Alexander Zverev secured his place in the Wimbledon final on Friday with a commanding victory over Britain’s Arthur Fery, ending the young wildcard’s impressive tournament run. The 29-year-old German triumphed in straight sets, 7–6 (0), 6–2, 6–4, in a match lasting 2 hours and 13 minutes, marking his fifth Grand Slam final appearance and his second consecutive after his recent Roland Garros triumph.
The 23-year-old Fery, ranked No. 114, had captured the attention of the All England Club with his unexpected progress, but Zverev’s dominance proved overwhelming as he dismantled the hopeful contender with remarkable ease.
Looking ahead to the championship match on Sunday, Zverev will face Italy’s Jannik Sinner, who advanced by defeating defending champion Novak Djokovic in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.
Zverev’s growing legacy at Wimbledon
Following this victory, Zverev becomes the seventh active player to reach a Wimbledon final, joining an elite group that includes Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Matteo Berrettini, Marin Čilić, Nick Kyrgios, and Sinner. This achievement further elevates his standing among his contemporaries.
In terms of Grand Slam finals appearances among active players, Zverev rises to fifth place, trailing only Djokovic, who leads with 38 finals, followed by Alcaraz with 8, Medvedev and Sinner each with 6. Additionally, Zverev has now joined the exclusive club of 13 players in the Open Era to have reached at least one final at all four major tournaments.
Reflecting on his upcoming challenge, Zverev quipped about the formidable nature of his opponent: “I hope I get to play a junior,” referencing Sinner’s youth and status as a rising star, as well as the difficulty posed by Djokovic’s previous multiple Wimbledon titles. He emphasized his confidence, stating that he must trust himself and believe in his ability to win.