In a tale of two champions, the 2025 Wimbledon Championships concluded with unforgettable singles finals that showcased the very best of tennis. On the hallowed grass of Centre Court in southwest London, Jannik Sinner and Iga Świątek etched their names into history, each delivering performances that will be remembered for years to come.

World number-one Sinner faced off against two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final on 13 July. This clash of titans was a rematch of their epic French Open final the previous month, where Alcaraz had prevailed in five sets. This time, Sinner was determined to flip the script.

His Spanish opponent started strong, taking the first set 6–4 with aggressive baseline play and a blistering 140 mph (225 km/h) serve. But the Italian adjusted his tactics in the second set, opting for more forehand winners and varying his serve placement. The shift paid off as he broke Alcaraz early and held serve to level the match.

Sinner Set Piece

From there, Sinner took control. He broke Alcaraz at key moments in the third and fourth sets, using deep returns and precise net play to keep him off balance. Alcaraz had a double break opportunity in the final set, but Sinner held firm, delivering powerful forehands to fend off the threat.

Sinner’s strategy was clear: shorten rallies, attack second serves, and avoid letting Alcaraz dictate play. His serve variety and court positioning were impeccable, while his mental resilience was also on full display, especially after losing the first set.

This victory over his great rival will have tasted particularly sweet, giving him a fourth Grand Slam title and the second of the year.  Sinner, who turns 24 this month, is the first Italian man to win Wimbledon. He also joins an elite group as the youngest player to reach four consecutive Grand Slam finals – the US, Australian and French Opens, and Wimbledon – since 1968, when professional players were allowed to compete in the top tournaments.

Sinner’s triumph was not just a personal milestone, it was a statement that the balance of power in men’s tennis is shifting. It snapped Alcaraz’s 20-match Wimbledon winning streak and 24-match unbeaten run across all events, marking the 22-year-old’s first loss in a Grand Slam final.

Aces in the Pole

The day before, Iga Świątek delivered a masterclass in dominance, defeating Amanda Anisimova in the women’s singles final in a rare and emphatic score of 6–0, 6–0. Hailed as the ‘Queen of Clay’ and already a five-time Grand Slam champion, Świątek was chasing her first Wimbledon title, and her first Tour-level triumph on grass.

Anisimova, ranked only fifth among the US women players, had stunned world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the semi-finals and was playing in her first major final. But nerves and inexperience showed as the Polish player took control from the first point.

Świątek’s performance was near-flawless. She hit deep, angled shots that kept Anisimova scrambling, and her serve was both powerful and precise. The American struggled to find rhythm, committing numerous unforced errors and failing to hold serve even once. In stark comparison, Świątek limited her own errors and played with surgical precision. Her court coverage and anticipation were unmatched, and she never allowed her opponent to settle.

The Pole was ranked only eighth in the world going into the tournament, though she had previously held top spot, having being undefeated in 37 consecutive matches from early 2022. Her Wimbledon win was not just dominant, it was symbolic. It marked her return to form, and her evolution from clay and hardcourt specialist to a true all-surface champion. Świątek’s ability to adapt her game to grass courts speaks volumes about her versatility and ambition.

Prize & Prestige

Her double-bagel women’s singles championship win was only the second in Wimbledon’s 138-year history. It sees her joiningSteffi Graf as one of the few players in the modern era to triumph 6-0, 6-0 in a major final. In contrast to the men’s battle, which lasted three hours and four minutes, the women’s singles was decided in just 57 minutes.

Both champions earned £3 million (HK$31.7 million) for their victories, continuing the Grand Slam tradition of equal prize money for men and women; Wimbledon, in fact, was the last of the quartet, in 2007, to convert to a gender-equality reward.

Runner-ups Alcaraz and Anisimova took home £1.52 million each of a total purse that reached a record £53.5 million, reflecting the tournament’s status as the most lucrative tennis Grand Slam.

Break Point

Wimbledon 2025 felt like a turning point in tennis. With Novak Djokovic and Sabalenka both falling in the semi-finals, the finals represented a new generation of champions. Sinner is now the face of men’s tennis, with a game that blends power, finesse and mental toughness, while Świątek, also 24, has cemented her status as the most dominant woman of her era, with titles on clay, hardcourt and now grass.

Their victories signal a shift away from the old guard toward a future defined by adaptability, athleticism and global appeal. Social media exploded with praise for both champions. Sinner’s win was hailed as “revenge served cold” after his French Open loss, while Świątek’s double bagel drew comparisons to Serena Williams and Graf.

This year’s winners also have a less positive note in common – they both received short suspensions for doping violations within the past 12 months. Traces of banned substances were found during routine tests, but tennis authorities judged that these were the result of contaminated medications, not an intent by the players to enhance their performances. Sinner remarked after his match that he and Świątek would perhaps savour their victories even more after the difficult times they had endured.

Finals Flourish

Tennis fans celebrated the sportsmanship, intensity and elegance of both finals. The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club’s decision to switch up the order of play this year paid dividends. The two singles championship matches were moved to 4 pm local time to suit TV audiences, particularly in the US, where they aired at 11 am EST. The scheduling change also gave greater visibility to the doubles finals, which were played earlier in the day, ensuring packed stands and higher viewership.

Despite a couple of notable glitches, the installation of modern electronic line calling to replace the traditional line umpires also received positive feedback. Some customs giving Wimbledon its refined and quintessential British edge over other major tournaments happily remain, though. The all-white tennis wear, the generally genteel spectators, and the popping of Champagne corks – even mid-match in the men’s final – bestow an unbeatable charm. 

Wimbledon 2025 delivered two finals that couldn’t have been more different – one a tactical four-set battle, the other a swift and stunning shutout. Yet both were united by excellence, determination, and the emergence of champions who are redefining tennis. As the grass courts of SW19 return to silence, the echoes of their victories will linger. And with play to be called shortly at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York’s Flushing Meadows, the tennis world waits to see what these champions will do next.