{"id":12936,"date":"2025-06-28T11:32:41","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T15:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/sin-categoria\/wimbledon-2025-favorites-and-surprises-at-the-tennis-tournament\/"},"modified":"2025-06-28T11:32:41","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T15:32:41","slug":"wimbledon-2025-favorites-and-surprises-at-the-tennis-tournament","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/tennis\/wimbledon-2025-favorites-and-surprises-at-the-tennis-tournament\/","title":{"rendered":"Wimbledon 2025: Favorites and Surprises at the Tennis Tournament"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wimbledon 2025: Analysis and Favorites<\/h2>\n\n\nThe arrival of Wimbledon on the tennis calendar marks a turning point, with very different dynamics between the men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s categories. In the men&#8217;s circuit, the tournament is usually predictable, while in the women&#8217;s, surprise is the constant.\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Men&#8217;s Domain: Alcaraz and Djokovic in the Crosshairs<\/h2>\n\n\nIn the last 20 years, only 12 players have played in the men&#8217;s final. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic have monopolized more than half of those spots. Djokovic has reached the last six finals, winning four and losing the last two to Carlos Alcaraz, who has won the last four Grand Slams on natural surfaces. It is logical to consider him a strong candidate.\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Female Uncertainty: A Tournament of Surprises<\/h2>\n\n\nThe women&#8217;s landscape is different. Although Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff have dominated on hard and clay courts, seven different women have won the last seven Wimbledon titles. In the last four years, there have been 13 different semi-finalists. Grass is synonymous with greatness for men and a generator of random results for women.\n\nThe 2025 edition promises interesting stories. Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Jannik Sinner are the favorites in the men&#8217;s draw, but with Sabalenka and Gauff facing challenges and the unpredictability of the grass, the women&#8217;s tournament is an unknown. We analyze the players with the most chances of standing out in the two weeks of Wimbledon.\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Favorites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Carlos Alcaraz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +125 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 54.2%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Holger Rune (quarterfinals)\n\n\n<p>After winning the epic Roland Garros final against Sinner, Alcaraz prevailed in his only grass court preparation tournament, winning at Queen&#8217;s Club. Although comparing him to the &#8220;Big Three&#8221; (Federer, Djokovic, Nadal) is difficult, Alcaraz is making it inevitable. His ability to adapt and play in unique conditions makes him a favorite in every Roland Garros or Wimbledon he plays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jannik Sinner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0619%2Fr1508831_2_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>Will Jannik Sinner be affected by his tough defeat at Roland Garros?<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +190 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 6.6%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Lorenzo Musetti (quarterfinals)\n\nSinner has had an impressive performance since mid-August. He is the best player on hard courts and seems to improve in each tournament. His path is challenging, with possible matches against Denis Shapovalov, Tommy Paul or Grigor Dimitrov, and in the quarterfinals against Musetti or Ben Shelton. However, it is difficult to rule him out.\n\n\n<p><strong>Aryna Sabalenka<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +240 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 19.3%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Madison Keys or Paula Badosa (quarterfinals)\n\nSabalenka has lacked a strong finish in 2025. She has reached seven finals out of ten tournaments, but has lost four of the last six. She has reached the semifinals in her last two Wimbledon appearances, and her path could include Marketa Vondrousova, Emma Raducanu or McCartney Kessler in the third round, Elina Svitolina in the round of 16, Keys in the quarterfinals and Jasmine Paolini in the semifinals.\n\n\n<p><strong>Novak Djokovic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +550 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 21.1%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Jack Draper (quarterfinals)\n\nDjokovic showed his level in Paris, reaching the semifinals. Although he might be thinking about retirement, if he achieves his 25th Grand Slam title, it will probably be at the All England Club, where he has won seven times. His path is complicated, but he wouldn&#8217;t need many matches to go far.\n\n\n<p><strong>Coco Gauff<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0609%2Fr1504390_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>It&#8217;s a good time to be Coco Gauff.<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +550 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 8.7%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Iga Swiatek (quarterfinals)\n\nGauff, at 21 years old, already has an impressive resume. Despite not having had great success at Wimbledon, her potential makes her a favorite.\n\n\n<p><strong>Elena Rybakina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +550 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 5.4%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Iga Swiatek (fourth round)\n\nRybakina is a player for important matches. She has the most effective serve among the top players and could face Swiatek in the fourth round and Gauff in the quarterfinals.\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They Need a Push<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Iga Swiatek<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0626%2Fr1511653_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>Iga Swiatek has had an atypical 2025.<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +850 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 8.4%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Coco Gauff (quarterfinals)\n\nSwiatek has had an unusual year, falling in the rankings and losing the Roland Garros. Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam where she has never reached the semifinals, so it will be a surprise if she achieves it this year.\n\n\n<p><strong>Jack Draper<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +1600 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 1.9%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Novak Djokovic (quarterfinals)\n\nDraper has had an outstanding season, but his record at Wimbledon is not very favorable. His path does not favor him, with a possible encounter against Bublik and Djokovic.\n\n\n<p><strong>Madison Keys<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +1200 | Tennis Abstract Odds: 3.0%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Aryna Sabalenka (quarterfinals)\n\nKeys reached the number 5 position in the ranking, but has lost his last matches on grass.\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketa Vondrousova<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +1600 | Tennis Abstract Odds: 2.2%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Aryna Sabalenka (third round)\n\nVondrousova had an irregular performance after winning Wimbledon in 2023. Her path is difficult, but her style of play can complicate things.\n\nOthers: Mirra Andreeva (+1200), Qinwen Zheng (+1800), Jasmine Paolini (+2200), Jessica Pegula (+2200), Alexander Zverev (+2500)\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wimbledon Hopefuls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Elina Svitolina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0412%2Fr1477807_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>Elina Svitolina is a safe bet to reach the final rounds.<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +3300 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 3.4%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Aryna Sabalenka (fourth round)\n\nSvitolina has regained her level after her comeback and has reached five quarter-finals in her last nine Grand Slams. Her record at Wimbledon is good and she is a favorite to reach the round of 16.\n\n\n<p><strong>Taylor Fritz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +3300 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 1.5%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Daniil Medvedev (fourth round)\n\nFritz has a good draw, although he could face Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, and Daniil Medvedev. If he gets through the early rounds, he could perform well.\n\n\n<p><strong>Alexander Bublik<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +3300 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 0.7%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Jack Draper (third round)\n\nBublik won in Halle and is capable of beating anyone. He could be a significant obstacle for Draper.\n\n\n<p><strong>Barbora Krejcikova<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +4000 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 0.5%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Emma Navarro (third round)\n\nKrejcikova, a great doubles player, is unpredictable in singles. Her performance is not very high, but if she builds momentum, she could surprise.\n\n\n<p><strong>Lorenzo Musetti<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +5000 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 3.3%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Ben Shelton (fourth round)\n\nMusetti has performed well and reached the semi-finals in two of his last four Grand Slams. Although he is in Sinner&#8217;s bracket, he is favored to reach the quarter-finals.\n\nOthers: Daniil Medvedev (semi-finalist 2023-24, +3300), Jelena Ostapenko (quarter-finalist 2024, +3300), Jiri Lehecka (+4000), Ons Jabeur (finalist 2022-23, +5000), Emma Navarro (quarter-finalist 2024, +5000), Alex de Minaur (quarter-finalist 2024, +5000), Ekaterina Alexandrova (+5000), Hubert Hurkacz (semi-finalist 2021, +6600), Tommy Paul (quarter-finalist 2024, +6600), Donna Vekic (semi-finalist 2024, 100-1), Tatjana Maria (semi-finalist 2022, 100-1), Denis Shapovalov (semi-finalist 2021, 100-1), Grigor Dimitrov (semi-finalist 2014, 100-1), Cameron Norrie (semi-finalist 2022, 300-1), Lulu Sun (quarter-finalist 2024, 300-1), Marin Cilic (semi-finalist 2017, 400-1), Matteo Berrettini (finalist 2021), Petra Kvitova (champion 2011 and 2014)\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waiting for a Rebound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Naomi Osaka<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2021%2F0220%2Fr817249_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>Could Naomi Osaka regain her champion form at Wimbledon?<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +4000 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 0.2%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Qinwen Zheng (second round)\n\nOsaka is ranked 31st in the world according to Elo rankings, but her WTA ranking is 56. In her last six Grand Slams, she has faced top-20 rivals in the second round. Her path at Wimbledon is not favorable and she could face Qinwen Zheng in the second round. The search for a breakthrough will continue.\n\nOthers: Emma Raducanu (+5000), Karolina Muchova (+5000), Holger Rune (+6600)\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Americans to Follow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Amanda Anisimova<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +2500 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: 2.0%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Jasmine Paolini (fourth round)\n\nAnisimova has risen in 2025 and could be a threat in Paolini&#8217;s draw.\n\n\n<p><strong>Ben Shelton<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: +5000 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: &lt;0.1%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Lorenzo Musetti (fourth round)\n\nShelton has yet to shine on this surface. A possible match against Musetti in the fourth round would be interesting.\n\nOthers: Sofia Kenin (100-1), Ashlyn Krueger (100-1), Frances Tiafoe (100-1), McCartney Kessler (200-1)\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Young Talents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jakub Mensik<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0331%2Fr1471783_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<em>Keep an eye on Jakub Mensik.<\/em>\n\nESPN BET Odds: +6600 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: &lt;0.1%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Jack Draper (fourth round)\n\nMensik won the Miami title and could have a chance at Wimbledon.\n\n\n<p><strong>Learner Tien<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nESPN BET Odds: 300-1 | Tennis Abstract Probabilities: &lt;0.1%\nFirst possible top-10 opponent: Holger Rune (second round)\n\nTien is a left-handed player with a good serve and could surprise. He could face Rune in the second round.\n\nOthers: Diana Shnaider (+5000), Marta Kostyuk (+6600), Linda Noskova (+6600), Joao Fonseca (100-1), Gabriel Diallo (100-1), Clara Tauson (100-1)","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wimbledon 2025: Analysis and Favorites The arrival of Wimbledon on the tennis calendar marks a turning point, with very different dynamics between the men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s categories. In the men&#8217;s circuit, the tournament is usually predictable, while in the women&#8217;s, surprise is the constant. Men&#8217;s Domain: Alcaraz and Djokovic in the Crosshairs In the last [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12937,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[42],"tags":[816,172,810,1959],"class_list":{"0":"post-12936","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-tennis","8":"tag-aryna-sabalenka","9":"tag-carlos-alcaraz","10":"tag-jannik-sinner","11":"tag-wimbledon"},"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12936","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12936"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12936\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12937"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12936"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12936"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12936"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}