Nothing Major 78: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 78
Jul 2, 2025
The first round of Wimbledon was nothing short of chaotic, featuring a record number of upsets, including the shocking exits of stars like Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula. The hosts dissected the performance of American players and explored the mental and physical challenges faced on the court. Predictions for the second round sparked lively debates, particularly about matchups like Tiafoe versus Norrie and Djokovic's continued dominance. Plus, there's a fun update on the Bracket Challenge, keeping the competitive spirit alive!
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Historic First Round Upsets
- The 2025 Wimbledon first round had a record-tying 13 upsets in the men's draw and many more on the women's side.
- This is the most chaotic Grand Slam opening round observed, highlighting the unpredictability of current tennis forms.
Fritz’s Pre-Wimbledon Strategy
- Taylor Fritz prefers playing matches before Wimbledon over resting to maintain confidence on grass.
- His choice to play competitive matches ahead of the Slam often leads to stronger performance on grass courts.
Zverev's Mental Struggles
- Alexander Zverev expressed feeling an unprecedented emptiness and lack of joy inside and outside tennis.
- This may be due to mental burnout from his heavy tournament schedule and personal pressures.