By Ben Philips
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka showcased her trademark grit and growing grass-court maturity as she overcame Germany’s Laura Siegemund in a tightly contested 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 quarter-final on Wednesday.
Despite dropping the first set and being visibly unsettled by Siegemund’s trademark stalling and slice-heavy tactics, Sabalenka once again proved why she’s top of the WTA rankings. The Belarusian adjusted her rhythm, found her range on return, and slowly wrestled control back from the crafty German.
Speaking to QualityShot Tennis after the match, Sabalenka admitted that maintaining her composure was a challenge:
“I think I was well prepared for her game, taking time and everything, I was mentally prepared,” she said.
“Of course, inside I was struggling, she was playing an excellent game.”
While her frustration occasionally bubbled under the surface, Sabalenka kept her cool outwardly, never allowing Siegemund to feed off her reactions. That maturity, especially under pressure, has become a defining feature of Sabalenka’s 2025 season.
With this win, she advances to the Wimbledon semi-finals. Given the level of mental toughness she’s now combining with her explosive baseline game, she looks more dangerous than ever.
Aminasova Powers into Wimbledon Semi-Finals with Straight Sets Win
Amanda Aminasova continued her impressive run at Wimbledon, defeating former Roland Garros finalist Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-1, 7-6 to book a place in her first Grand Slam semi-final. The 13th seed played a confident and aggressive match, particularly on return, breaking Pavlyuchenkova four times and consistently applying pressure in key moments.
Aminasova dominated the first set with clean ball striking and excellent court coverage, racing through it 6-1. The second set was a much tighter affair, culminating in a tense tiebreak where she eventually prevailed 11-9, showing real composure under pressure.
She struck six aces, but her first serve percentage of 53% is a number she’ll want to raise as she moves deeper into the tournament. Still, her effectiveness on return and mental steadiness at the biggest moments continue to stand out.
Aminasova is shaping up to be a serious title contender this fortnight and will take huge confidence into the semi-finals after coming through a tough challenge in straight sets.
Fritz Fights Past Khachanov to Set Blockbuster Clash with Alcaraz
Taylor Fritz overcame a spirited challenge from Karen Khachanov to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals with a gritty 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(4) victory on Court No. 1. The American, seeded 13th, served superbly for most of the match, firing down 16 aces, landing 64% of first serves, and winning an impressive 81% of first-serve points.
Fritz looked in complete control early on, dominating the opening two sets with clean hitting and relentless serving. But Khachanov came storming back in the third, breaking twice as Fritz’s level dipped. The fourth set saw the Russian go up a break, but Fritz showed great composure and tactical awareness to break back and eventually edge a tense tiebreak.
We asked Fritz about his renowned preference for speaking in technical terms about his game and how he adjusted tactically after going down in the fourth. “Usually, I do like to speak very technically,” he admitted, “but in this situation it was not so much. In the first two sets, everything was going in, in the 3rd and 4th, not so much, so I had to change.”
That adaptability, reading the moment and shifting gears, is a hallmark of the top players, and Fritz is increasingly showing he belongs in that company.
His reward is a blockbuster semi-final against defending champion and world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz, who also came through a four-set test earlier in the day. With his big-serving form and newfound resilience under pressure, Fritz will head into that match with belief, and nothing to lose.
Alcaraz Dismantles Norrie to Cement Favourite Status
Carlos Alcaraz put in a ruthless performance on Centre Court, breezing past Britain’s Cameron Norrie 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 to book his place in the Wimbledon semi-finals. The defending champion raised his level considerably from earlier rounds, producing a near-flawless serving display with a 72% first serve percentage and winning an outstanding 89% of points behind his first serve.
From the very first game, Alcaraz controlled proceedings with his explosive shot-making and trademark variety, giving Norrie few chances to settle. The Spaniard broke once in each set and never looked in danger on his own delivery, showcasing the form that has already seen him lift two Wimbledon titles.
With world No. 1 Jannik Sinner undergoing an MRI scan on his arm today, concerns over the Italian’s fitness have only amplified Alcaraz’s status as the man to beat. While others in the draw face question marks, physical or mental, Alcaraz continues to answer every challenge with authority.
Now into his third straight Wimbledon semi-final, the 21-year-old is looking more than ready to defend his crown. If today’s dismantling of Britain’s top hope was anything to go by, Alcaraz is hitting top gear at exactly the right time.
Looking Ahead: Blockbuster Quarter-Finals Await
After a thrilling day of tennis featuring dominant performances from Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz, attention now turns to another star-studded lineup on Day 11 at Wimbledon.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner is back in action as he faces big-serving 10th seed Ben Shelton in a high-octane quarter-final. Sinner has cruised through the draw with remarkable ease, but Shelton’s firepower and fearless approach could make this a major test—especially with lingering questions over the Italian’s arm.
Novak Djokovic, meanwhile, continues his bid for an eighth Wimbledon title against rising Italian Flavio Cobolli, who has played superbly throughout the tournament. This will be Cobolli’s first taste of a match on Centre Court at this level, while Djokovic—celebrating his 100th win at SW19 earlier this week—will be eager to impose his experience and class.
In the women’s draw, world No. 1 Iga Swiatek faces one of the WTA’s most dangerous grass-court players in Liudmila Samsonova, who has the weapons to cause trouble. Swiatek is still chasing her first Wimbledon title, and this match will be a strong indicator of her title credentials.
Elsewhere, teen sensation Mirra Andreeva continues her dream run, taking on former Olympic champion Belinda Bencic. Andreeva’s variety and poise have been exceptional this fortnight, but Bencic’s experience and firepower will present a different kind of challenge.
With semi-final places on the line and the tournament reaching its defining stages, tomorrow promises to be another captivating day at the All England Club.
