The 5 tennis players who can revolutionize the grass court circuit

Pedro de Pablos | 8 Jun 2026 | 22.19

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Once Roland Garros 2026 has concluded, the grass court season has already kicked off. The ATP circuit waits for no one, and there are several players whose playing styles could step up and revolutionize the upcoming weeks and tournaments now after a clay court season filled with surprises.

In contrast to other tours, the grass season is very short. There are no Masters 1000 events, and Queen's and Halle stand out as the most important tournaments before Wimbledon, the quintessential Grand Slam, which will begin on June 29 and end on July 12. In other words, there are exactly three weeks for the players to adapt to the new surface, a key factor in understanding the players we are about to mention who might be candidates to achieve great results.

Why Bublik is a contender to go far at Wimbledon

Many people might be surprised to see a top 10 player on this list, but the truth is that Bublik has not been at his best for months. In fact, if he remains among the world's top 10, it is due to his title in Hong Kong at the beginning of 2026 and his victories in the second half of 2025. Grass suits his game perfectly: good serve, powerful shots, excellent use of slice shots, and exquisite volleys. Moreover, he possesses the magic touch needed on this surface.

Let's not forget he won the title at ATP Halle last year, beating Jannik Sinner along the way. While he will defend 500 points there, creating pressure, he was eliminated in the first round at Wimbledon last year by Jaume Munar, so 2026 could be his year to cause an upset and make it to the final rounds as he has in other Grand Slam events.

Mensik, aiming to continue his good form

Jakub Mensik is another player destined to cause a stir in this season, perhaps even break into the ATP top 10. The Czech player comes off his first Grand Slam semifinal appearance at Roland Garros 2026, overflowing with confidence and on a streak that could mark a turning point in his career. In Paris, his volley game displayed incredible improvement, a vital aspect for grass, and if he can rely on his serve, he can go far in all tournaments he enters.

His inclusion in this list of potential breakthroughs is because last year he barely managed 4 victories in the entire grass season, so he still has much to prove on this surface. However, this is his year; he already defeated Jannik Sinner in Doha, and his mindset seems to have found the right balance to complement his game. At just 20 years old, he is one of the new generation players destined to shine in the future, making this season a potential breakthrough.

Three underrated players who could be tough opponents at Wimbledon

The other three names we bring to the table may not be at the top of the rankings, but their playing style could outshine anyone. The first is Frances Tiafoe, who proved at Roland Garros he has the physical stamina to defeat anyone, even in long matches. It will be interesting to see how he mentally recovers from his loss to Matteo Arnaldi, but his drop shots, volleys, and serve position him as a strong contender to climb the rankings and approach the top 10 once again. Let's not forget he almost beat Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon 2024. Keep an eye on 'Big Foe,' he always shines on the big stages.

The next name is even more surprising, and that's Ugo Humbert. The French player may not be the same as he was when he reached number 13 in the world, but if he regains confidence in his serve, he can be a real threat. He reached two grass court semifinals last year and holds no points to defend at Wimbledon, so his strong serve on the ad court side and net approaches can cause trouble for any player on the tour.

Lastly, we have another power player: Tallon Griekspoor. Like the previous cases, the Dutch player is not at his peak form, but he is a grass court specialist. This surface suits his style perfectly, and he has already won two ATP 250 titles on grass, so it's time for him to elevate his game and climb in the rankings. After winning in Mallorca last year, he exited early at Wimbledon, arriving with nothing to lose and much to gain.

Let's not forget about players on a good streak like Martín Landaluce and Joao Fonseca, who are no longer surprises in any tournament they play. Also emerging is the presence of Rafa Jódar, who will compete in his first grass court season on the ATP tour. However, grass is perhaps the most unpredictable surface for predictions, often bringing forth unexpected players. A different mystique compared to the rest of the year that makes these upcoming weeks truly special.

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