Defending Wimbledon Champion Alcaraz Reaches Last 16 With 21-Match Winning Streak

Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the last 16 at Wimbledon 2025 by defeating Jan-Lennard Struff in four sets, extending his winning streak to 21 matches overall and 17 consecutive wins at the All England Club. Despite an uncharacteristically erratic performance marked by 28 unforced errors and moments of struggle, Alcaraz demonstrated resilience by saving multiple break points and producing key moments of brilliance to secure the victory. His performance has raised some questions about whether he is back to his best form after tough early round matches, but his streak includes recent major titles such as the Rome Masters, French Open, and Queen's Club. Alcaraz's next opponent will be 14th seed Andrey Rublev, with whom he holds a favorable head-to-head record. While world number one Jannik Sinner has had a smoother start at Wimbledon, Alcaraz remains a strong favorite to win a third consecutive Wimbledon title. The 22-year-old Spaniard, a five-time Grand Slam champion, has been praised for his fighting spirit and ability to endure pressure on Centre Court.