Jannik Sinner beats Alexander Zverev in four sets to retain Wimbledon title

Jannik Sinner showcased his trademark ability to elevate his game, defeating Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon final by finding another level at crucial moments. Zverev praised him as the world’s best player. Sinner’s resilience was shaped by recent setbacks, including a shocking Roland Garros collapse. Guided by his coaches, he responded with renewed focus, relentless work and mental strength, proving adversity had made him stronger.

All the action from day 14 of Wimbledon as Jannik Sinner retains his title by seeing off Alexander Zverev in four sets in the final. Credit: AELTC.

Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev in four sets in the men's Wimbledon final to capture his fifth Grand Slam title.

Jannik Sinner retains his crown. The 24-year-old Italian won the Wimbledon title for the second consecutive year after defeating Germany’s Alexander Zverev in four sets. It is Sinner’s fifth Grand Slam title, his first of the year, further strengthening his position as world No. 1.

London: After Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev to win his second consecutive Wimbledon crown, icons from inside and outside the sport, including Carlos Alcaraz, Sachin Tendulkar, Lindsey Vonn, Rod Laver and more, showered praises on the Italian's triumph.We did it again Thank you all for the love and support ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/UbSBUca5hi— Jannik Sinner (@janniksin) July 12, 2026 Sinner repelled the three-hour, 46-minute all-out attack from Alexander Zverev to win 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4. With his title triumph, he also earned his 100th Grand Slam match win, becoming the eighth active player to reach the 100-major-wins milestone, joining Novak Djokovic (409), Stan Wawrinka (160), Marin Cilic (143), Zverev (131), Gael Monfils (130), Kei Nishikori (104) and Grigor Dimitrov (103). Defence complete. Jannik Sinner defeats Alexander Zverev 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 to win his second Wimbledon trophy. #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/TejFI5DdbW— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 12, 2026 Sinner’s first match win at a major was at the 2020 Australian Open against Max Purcell. Earlier this fortnight, he set the record for most major men’s singles wins by an Italian, doing so by beating Nuno Borges in the second round for his 95th Slam victory. Jannik comes out to the balcony #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/be6mcO8xL0— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 12, 2026 "Congratulations Jannik and team!," Alcaraz, who fell to Sinner in last year's title match, posted on Instagram Stories. "Enjoy the moment! @janniksin." Indian cricket legend and longtime tennis fan Tendulkar, who was present at The Championships earlier in the week, provided his analysis of the final on X, congratulating the No. 1 player in the ATP Rankings, Sinner, and Zverev on their valiant effort..@AlexZverev really threw everything at @janniksin today! His serve, his movement, his shot-making... outstanding.But Sinner showed why champions need more than just their best tennis. He had to fight through difficult moments, stay composed and keep believing.That resilience…— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 12, 2026 "@AlexZverev really threw everything at @janniksin today! His serve, his movement, his shot-making... outstanding. But Sinner showed why champions need more than just their best tennis. He had to fight through difficult moments, stay composed and keep believing. That resilience made the difference. Congratulations, Jannik Sinner, on another @Wimbledon title!" Sachin wrote. Rod Laver, former World No. 4 James Blake and Brad Gilbert were also among those who congratulated Sinner and Zverev following the Wimbledon final.What an exceptional men's final at Wimbledon! Alexander Zverev put up a sterling fight with bold ball-striking, but Sinner rose to every challenge. Congratulations to Jannik on another Wimbledon title. — Rod Laver (@rodlaver) July 12, 2026 "What an exceptional men's final at Wimbledon," Laver posted on X. "Alexander Zverev put up a sterling fight with bold ball-striking, but Sinner rose to every challenge. Congratulations to Jannik on another Wimbledon title.""What a level of tennis displayed by @janniksin and @AlexZverev in the Wimbledon final," Blake wrote on X. "Tremendous tennis from both and congratulations to the players and teams. Congrats to Sin City @janniksin on winning a second consecutive @Wimbledon," Brad Gilbert shared on X.congrats to Sin City @janniksin on winning a 2nd consecutive @Wimbledon @TennisChannel @darren_cahill— Brad Gilbert (@bgtennisnation) July 12, 2026 The 24-year-old now owns a 100-22 record at Grand Slam tournaments, an 82 per cent win rate. But perhaps what has been most impressive has been the Italian’s performance for the second half of those 100 victories.Starting from his 39th major win, which came in the first round of the 2024 Australian Open, Sinner has tallied a 62-6 record at the Grand Slam tournaments (91.2%). His only defeats during that stretch have come against Carlos Alcaraz (3), Daniil Medvedev, Djokovic and Juan Manuel Cerundolo.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

The top-ranked Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday for his second consecutive title at the All England Club after his German opponent appeared bothered by a knee issue following a slip to the grass on a key point in the third set.