Wimbledon Tennis Opens With Top Contenders Djokovic, Sabalenka, Gauff

The 2025 Wimbledon Championships are set with several top contenders in both the men's and women's draws. On the men's side, the world number one, who recently returned from a doping ban, aims to recover from a French Open final loss, while the world number two seeks a third consecutive Wimbledon title following a dominant clay season. Novak Djokovic, appearing in his 20th consecutive Wimbledon, also aims to tie the record for most Wimbledon titles. In the women's draw, Martina Navratilova highlights Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff as the leading favorites, with Sabalenka motivated to win her first Wimbledon after recent final losses, and Gauff looking to advance beyond her previous best of the fourth round. Historical context is provided by a look at the oldest female Wimbledon champions, including Navratilova herself, illustrating the longevity possible in the sport. This year's Wimbledon promises intense competition among seasoned champions and rising stars alike.