Jannik Sinner defends Wimbledon title, beats Alexander Zverev

Jannik Sinner won Wimbledon 2026, successfully defending his title with a 6‑7(9), 7‑6(2), 6‑3, 6‑4 victory over Alexander Zverev. The win makes Sinner the tenth player in the Open Era to retain Wimbledon and the fifth Italian to claim a Grand Slam title. Zverev’s runner‑up finish adds him to the exclusive group of men who have lost a final at each of the four majors.

Following the triumph, Sinner visited the J Medical centre in Turin for a routine health check, which confirmed his physical condition was sound. He then took a short, private holiday with his girlfriend, keeping his personal life out of the spotlight. The Italian champion has also opted out of the upcoming Laver Cup, citing calendar management and recovery priorities, a decision that has sparked speculation about a possible cool relationship with Roger Federer.

Former players Marat Safin and Jim Courier criticised Sinner’s level, arguing he would not be world No. 1 in the era of the “Big Three”. Regional analyses in Italy measured the “Sinner Effect”, noting increased tennis interest in Puglia and Sicily after his Wimbledon success. Meanwhile, Zverev’s path to the final, including his win over Arthur Fery, was highlighted as a key storyline of the tournament.