A new chapter in tennis history will be written on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner face off in a blockbuster Wimbledon final, marking a defining moment in the sport’s transition from the legendary era of Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic.

The two young stars have dominated the Grand Slam landscape, winning seven of the past eight majors between them and splitting the six Slams on offer since the start of 2024. Their gripping rivalry has injected fresh energy into the men’s game and captivated fans across the globe.

Alcaraz, the two-time defending Wimbledon champion, enters the final on a 24-match winning streak and remains unbeaten at the All England Club since 2022. Known for his flair and all-court brilliance, the Spanish world number two has won eight of 12 head-to-head matches against Sinner, including a thrilling comeback in the five-and-a-half-hour French Open final last month, where he saved three match points to retain his title.

“He’s going to be better physically and mentally,” Alcaraz said of his rival. “He’ll be ready to give 100 percent.”

Sinner, world number one and now a three-time Grand Slam winner, is playing in his first Wimbledon final and is the last man to defeat Alcaraz on grass, back in the fourth round in 2022. Calm, consistent, and ruthlessly efficient, the Italian has drawn comparisons to Djokovic for his clinical style and unshakeable focus.

Both players have shown signs of vulnerability en route to the final. Alcaraz dropped sets in four of his six matches, including a five-set battle in the first round against Fabio Fognini.

Sinner had a narrow escape in the fourth round when Grigor Dimitrov retired while leading by two sets, but has otherwise been dominant, sweeping past Ben Shelton and dismantling Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.

Sunday’s final is more than just a battle for the Wimbledon crown; it’s a clash between two generational stars shaping the future of tennis.