WIMBLEDON is here, and the drama is reaching boiling point before a single ball has even been struck.
With Spanish superstar forced out with a nasty wrist injury, the Men’s singles draw is wide open for the taking.
1. Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner trains on Court 1 before The Championships Wimbledon 2026 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 25 Credit: Getty
The Italian arrives in London as the world number one and defending champion, the man everyone has to beat if they want to lift the trophy..
Sinner’s been in devastating form throughout 2026, with his blistering baseline game leaving opponents shell-shocked on every surface.
He knows what it takes to survive the grass-court pressure at SW19, and the top seed won’t fear anyone as he eyes back-to-back crowns.
Expect him to cruise through the opening week without breaking much of a sweat.
2. Alexander Zverev
Alexander Zverev plays a return during a training session at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, ahead of the Wimbledon Championships on June 25 Credit: AP
The German is desperate to finally land a grass-court masterpiece. Standing at 6ft 6in, his thunderous serve is a weapon built for SW19.
Zverev has enjoyed a consistent season so far, racking up plenty of big wins, and looks focused, fit, and ready to erase past heartbreaks.
has historically been tricky hunting for the big man, who struggles to find a rhythm when the low-bouncing ball skids through the turf.
If his massive first serve fires on all cylinders, he’ll be a nightmare to break.
3. Felix Auger-Aliassime
Canada’s Felix Auger Aliassime in action on June 19 Credit: Reuters
Canada‘s king is flying high as the surprise number three seed, and has found his mojo after some years filled with frustrating inconsistency.
A superb run of form has catapulted him right back into the sport’s elite bracket.
He loves the slick grass courts which perfectly reward his aggressive style of play. But will his nerve hold during the high-stakes moments?
This high seeding gives him an opportunity to avoid the big guns early on.
4. Ben Shelton
Ben Shelton during a practice session ahead of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 23 Credit: PA
America’s young gun is ready to bring rock-and-roll energy to Wimbledon, with an explosive left-handed game tailor-made to cause chaos.
Shelton’s been electrifying crowds all year with trademark animated celebrations and raw power, and heads to London with a string of hard-court results under his belt.
He loves the grandest stages and will thrive under the intense British spotlight.
If he can keep his unforced errors down, he can be something of a dark horse.
5. Alex de Minaur
Alex de Minaur during the Mens Quarter Final match on Day Twelve of the HSBC Championships at The Queen’s Club on June 19 Credit: Getty
The lightning-fast Aussie is seeded fifth and raring to go. He is undoubtedly one of the quickest movers the sport has ever seen.
De Minaur has been in sensational form over the last few months, racking up gritty victories and claiming some massive scalps on the tour.
Grass brings out the absolute best in his low, skidding groundstrokes, and the London crowd always takes a liking to his never-say-die attitude.
He will be an absolute nightmare opponent for anyone in the draw who likes a quiet afternoon.
6. Taylor Fritz
Taylor Fritz returns the ball during the men’s singles final match of the Halle Open ATP tennis tournament on June 21 Credit: AFP
The smooth-talking American comes in with high hopes of making a splash, and looks the real deal.
Having built a head of steam with a tidy grass-court warm-up campaign, Fritz’ confidence is high as he arrives at his favourite tournament.
He previously reached the quarter-finals, and knows exactly what is required to win ugly on grass.
He’ll be desperate to go at least one step further this summer, and with Alcaraz out, Fritz will smell blood in his section of the draw.
7. Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic serves as he practices on No. 1 Court at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon on June 25 Credit: AFP
The Serbian might be seeded seventh, but write him off at your absolute peril. He’s chasing a historic, record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title.
Djokovic has had a quieter 2026 by his astronomical standards, but he transforms into an unstoppable beast when he steps onto Centre Court.
Nobody handles the immense pressure better than him, and his legendary return game will strike fear into every young pretender in the locker room.
He’ll be highly motivated by his lower seeding and eager to prove the critics wrong.
8. Daniil Medvedev
Daniil Medvedev in action Credit: Reuters
The quirky Russian brings his unique playing style to London, which can frustrate opponents with bizarre angles and deep court positioning.
Medvedev has had a solid, if unspectacular, run in the build-up to this event, quietly accumulating wins while keeping his cards close to his chest.
He used to despise grass, but has grown to tolerate it over the years, with his awkward style particularly effective when the courts dry out.
He is always a dangerous customer who knows how to win deep into Grand Slam fortnights.
9. Flavio Cobolli
Flavio Cobolli in the men’s final during the French Open at Roland Garros Credit: Alamy
Italy‘s rising star has gatecrashed the top ten seeds after a spectacular rise. The youngster plays with a fiery passion that makes him fun to watch.
Cobolli is one of 2026’s breakout stars, shocking many established names on tour. His fearless approach has caught plenty of opponents off guard.
But playing as a high seed at Wimbledon brings a new level of intense scrutiny, and grass is still a relatively alien surface for him.
He’ll certainly fight for every single point and won’t go down without a proper scrap.
10. Alexander Bublik
Alexander Bublik plays a forehand in a match during day four of the Terra Wortmann Open 2026 on June 16 Credit: Getty
The ultimate tennis entertainer and trick-shot king sneaks into the top 10.
Bublik has been mixing wins with his head-scratching underarm serves all season long. When in the mood, he can look completely unplayable.
He adores the grass courts as they allow his creative genius to run wild. Slice, drop shots, and 140mph second serves are all on the menu for fans.
He’s the ultimate wildcard of the tournament who could lose in round one or make the semis.
The rest of Wimbledon 2026’s Men’s seeds:
- Casper Ruud
- Andrey Rublev
- Jiri Lehecka
- Luciano Darderi
- Jakub Mensik
- Learner Tien
- Frances Tiafoe
- Francisco Cerundolo
- Karen Khachanov
- Arthur Fils
- Tommy Paul
- Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
- Rafael Jodar
- Joao Fonseca
- Arthur Rinderknech
- Cam Norrie
- Ugo Humbert
- Brandon Nakashima
- Tomas Martin Etcheverry
- Alejandro Tabilo
- Ignacio Buse
- Matteo Arnaldi
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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