Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon prospects cast into doubt as new generation reshapes tennis

Norwegian player Casper Ruud said he misjudged the rise of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, noting they have already claimed Grand Slam titles and altered the sport’s hierarchy.

Sinner, the world No. 1, suffered an unexpected loss to Juan Manuel Cerúndolo at the French Open and has not played a competitive grass‑court match before Wimbledon, raising concerns about his form and stamina. His recent withdrawal from a Paris event adds to the uncertainty.

Analysts point to other top competitors—Aryna Sabalenka, Alexander Zverev and veteran Novak Djokovic—as potential challengers at Wimbledon, where the tournament’s dynamics may shift without a clear dominant favourite.