Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev will be facing each other for the seventh time in their careers, and for the third time at Wimbledon, in the semifinals on Friday afternoon.
Alcaraz currently leads the head-to-head series 4-2, winning four of their last five meetings since 2023. Their rivalry took a turn when Medvedev defeated Alcaraz at Wimbledon in 2021, but the 21-year-old Spaniard has since emerged as a different player. Alcaraz dominated Medvedev at Wimbledon last summer, followed by victories at the U.S. Open and in Indian Wells this season.
Alcaraz is the defending Wimbledon champion and the reigning French Open champion, making him a strong favorite going into this matchup. Despite a relatively unspectacular performance in the first few rounds, Alcaraz showed resilience to reach the semifinals with impressive victories.
Medvedev has arrived in the semifinals somewhat under the radar, overshadowed by other emerging players on the tour. However, he has managed to reach this stage with convincing wins in the earlier rounds, including an upset over Jannik Sinner.
Heading into the match, Medvedev is aware of the challenges he faces against Alcaraz and the need to improve his serving game to put pressure on his opponent.
Alcaraz, on the other hand, acknowledges Medvedev’s defensive prowess and the need to play aggressively to counter his opponent’s style. With previous victories in their recent encounters, Alcaraz is confident but acknowledges the need to stay focused against Medvedev.
This matchup presents a strategic challenge for both players, with Medvedev needing to step up his aggression and minimize mistakes, while Alcaraz aims to maintain his dominance.
Pick: Alcaraz in 4
