Jannik Sinner in the realm of kings—could he become the 10th of all time?

Wimbledon upholds a tradition reserved for a select few. In the Open Era, only nine champions have managed to defend their titles by winning two consecutive editions of the Championships: from Rod Laver to Carlos Alcaraz, including legends such as Björn Borg, John McEnroe, Boris Becker, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic.

Now, in the prestigious “Garden of Kings,” there is a spot that could be filled by a new star. Jannik Sinner arrives in London as the defending champion and with the opportunity to join an exclusive club: by winning this year’s tournament as well, he would become the tenth player in the Open Era to achieve back-to-back titles on the world’s most famous grass courts.

Such a feat would be historic. Over the past twenty years, only Federer, Djokovic, and Alcaraz have managed to defend their titles at Wimbledon, a testament to how difficult it is to dominate the tournament for multiple consecutive seasons. Sinner, however, arrives at the tournament bolstered by his status as world No. 1, his growing technical and mental maturity, and a game that has proven increasingly effective on grass.

The history of Wimbledon’s “kings” tells the story of a dynasty that spans generations and different playing styles. Today, alongside the names that have shaped tennis history, there is a spot potentially up for grabs. To claim it, Sinner will have to repeat his success where everyone is waiting for him: on Center Court, where legends become immortal. If he manages to retain his title, his name will join the list of the nine greats who have won Wimbledon two years in a row, transforming the “garden of kings” into the stage for his definitive coronation.