Carlos Alcaraz has already made his name as one of the stars of modern tennis. Can he sustain this success and win another Wimbledon title? In this article, we’ll explore the challenges facing Alcaraz and also look at his strengths as he looks to win Wimbledon 2025.
Challenges
Before we take a look at all the reasons why Alcaraz is poised to dominate at Wimbledon in 2025, let’s discuss some of the challenges facing him.
The Spaniard has had a hard few years in terms of injuries. He was in top form in 2021 at the US Open at just 18 years old. As of 2025 he has achieved titles at four Grand Slams. Since then, he has had some unfortunate injuries and physical maladies that have whittled away at his form. He was unable to compete at the Australian Open due to a hamstring injury in 2023. That same year, he also experienced a forearm injury as well as full-body cramps that saw him drop the final two sets in the French Open semi-finals.
Another potential issue for Alcaraz’s 2025 Wimbledon hopes is the competition. More specifically, he will be up against players who have enjoyed sustained success, whereas he is still relatively new to the sport. It remains to be seen whether this talented player can prove himself to be reliable over a long period of time. Björn Borg, Boris Becker and Mats Wilander are three examples of players who won multiple Grand Slams before they turned 21, but were ultimately unable to sustain that energy for the long term.
While there is no doubting his ability on the court, Alcaraz is plagued by some bad habits that could hinder him. While some of them, such as his penchant for unnecessary risks, make him a fan favourite, almost all of them cost him points. His lacklustre serve and reliance on backhand slices are two other examples. With that said, we would put this down to inexperience. If he continues in the sport for years to come, then he will no doubt overcome these issues as he grows as a player. For that reason, while we’re including this in the ‘challenges’ section of our article, consider this more of an opportunity for growth than a clear and persistent detriment to his future success.
Strengths
Now that we’ve spent some time examining the potential challenges standing in his way, let’s look at why Alcaraz is poised for another incredible performance at Wimbledon 2025.
First and foremost, he has the talent to take him all the way. The 21-year-old has already won four Grand Slams, and this is not something that most people can say! He has achieved 65 wins in his first 75 Grand Slam matches, a record that is only surpassed by John McEnroe. It should therefore be self-evident that he is exceptionally skilled at the game.
Another area where Alcaraz thrives is his drive and passion. There have been a few moments on the court that have shown us his love for the sport. His reaction at the 2024 Olympics, both when he missed the gold and won the silver, demonstrated the sheer drive and determination that he has to compete against the best and stake his claim as a legend in the sport. He seems well-positioned to do just that, and his silver win made him the youngest player since tennis superstar Novak Djokovic (who won the gold in 2024) to win a medal.
Confidence is yet another reason why we think Alcaraz has what it takes to attack the court this season and perform well at Wimbledon once more. Talent and drive are crucially important, but confidence can make or break a player, especially in the face of injuries. Alcaraz has made it abundantly clear in his interviews that he fully expects to be at the top of the sport and is willing to put in the work to do so. This confidence makes him rather fearless on the court and has been a big contributor to his success so far.
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What do you think about Alcaraz’s chances of winning Wimbledon this year? We think that the talented player is on the brink of yet another Grand Slam win.