Jannik Sinner Breaks Federer’s Record at Wimbledon 2025
Jannik Sinner has made headlines at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships by surpassing a record previously held by tennis legend Roger Federer. The Italian talent has shown phenomenal prowess in his initial three matches, achieving an impressive feat by losing only 17 games. In stark contrast, Federer, who once ruled Wimbledon from 2003 to 2009 with six titles to his name, lost 19 games in his most dominant start back in 2004. Sinner’s opponents, Luca Nardi, Aleksandar Vukic, and Pedro Martinez, proved no match for him as he powered through to the next rounds convincingly.
Post-Match Reflections
During a post-match press conference after his victory over Martinez, Sinner’s reaction to breaking this record surprised many. Despite the significance of the accomplishment, he stated:
“About the games lost, this is whatever. I’m not looking at these kinds of records. I know everything can change very quickly from one round to the other. But I’m very happy to be in the next round.”
This perspective highlights Sinner’s focus on achieving bigger goals in the sport rather than getting caught up in individual records. Winning his first Wimbledon title is undoubtedly his primary objective.
Competitive Mindset and Admiration for Federer
While many players might relish such achievements, Sinner’s remarks reveal his competitive mindset—prioritizing prestigious titles over statistical milestones. Nevertheless, he expressed admiration for Federer and acknowledged the impact the former champion had on the game, remarking on how different the play style was during Federer’s prime, particularly in terms of serving and volleying on the faster grass courts of that era.
Recent Challenges and Focus on Wimbledon
Sinner’s remarkable performance at Wimbledon feels even more significant considering his recent experience in the 2025 Roland Garros final, where he was tantalizingly close to clinching his first Grand Slam title against Carlos Alcaraz. After holding three championship points with a 5-3 lead in the fourth set, Sinner faced a stunning comeback from Alcaraz, which culminated in a heartbreaking defeat. Following that match and a tough loss to Alexander Bublik at the Halle Open, Sinner openly grappled with the mental toll of his near-victory in Paris.
However, he now seems completely focused and ready to contend for the Wimbledon crown, positioning himself as a formidable player on the grass this year.
