Who’ll win Wimbledon 2024?

It also promises to be a year when a new generation of players mix in with the old in pursuit of the £50 million ($63 million) prize money that is on offer.

Of the old guard, Serena Williams is no longer in contention, and neither is Rafael Nadal. There is also uncertainty over whether local hero Andy Murray will be playing following his retirement due to injury from the Queen’s Club Championships, the traditional precursor to Wimbledon.

But there are plenty of other hopefuls who are ranking high in the tennis odds as potential champions for 2024.

Men’s Singles

For so long the triumvirate of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Nadal have dominated the Grand Slams. But now the game has opened up to several others who have to be in with a very good chance.

Carlos Alcaraz

For many tennis fans, Alcaraz is seen as the natural successor to Nadal. He has already shown his mastery on grass which reached its zenith in last year’s men’s final against Djokovic. In a thrilling five set marathon he showed grit and determination that belied his years. He has already claimed the French Open title in 2024 and his arm injury seems to be behind him. So, he really is the one to beat.

Jannik Sinner

Still only 22, the Italian Sinner has already amassed well over $20 million in tournament prize money. His meteoric rise has led him to becoming the current world No 1. His first Grand Slam title came in January 2024 when he won the Australian Open against Daniil Medvedev, coming back from two sets down to claim victory. Last year he was a semi-finalist at Wimbledon so he’s no slouch on grass – he’ll also be looking to get revenge on Alcaraz for beating him in this year’s Roland-Garros semi-final.

Daniil Medvedev

Standing at 6’6”, Medvedev is one of the tallest players on the circuit and, on his day, one of the most devastating to compete against. That said, he is yet to show the real consistency that marks out a true champion as he has been in no less than six Grand Slam finals and won only one of them – the US Open in 2021. But there is a real feeling that the new order taking shape in the men’s game could mean that his time to shine has finally arrived.

Novak Djokovic

Finally, a quick word about the seven-time Wimbledon champion who is always there or thereabouts in the tennis odds. It’s uncertain at what level he’ll be able to compete following the surgery he underwent in May for a torn meniscus in his knee sustained at Roland-Garros

But if the rehab has him in good enough shape for what could well be one of his last appearances at Wimbledon, he’s certainly a good bet.

Ladies’ Singles

While there are a few strong contenders in the men’s event, the ladies’ singles is even more wide open. The tennis odds say three players stand above the rest of the draw, but with the withdrawal of Aryna Sabalenka on Monday, there’s an opening for a number of players to make a run.

Iga Świątek