What if Wimbledon's dark horse is Davidovich?

Pedro de Pablos | 1 Jul 2026 | 18.41

What if Davidovich is the surprise of Wimbledon? Source: Getty Images.

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Alejandro Davidovich is giving Spanish fans reasons to get excited at this 2026 Wimbledon. After lifting a heavy burden off his shoulders by winning his first ATP tournament in Mallorca, he has sailed through the first two rounds at the All England Club without dropping a set against two very tough opponents, showcasing a level of play that hints at him being a dark horse in the tournament.

So far, Davidovich has already surpassed his best Wimbledon result (third round in 2023), but he is a much more mature player than he was three years ago. The name Alejandro has always been associated with talent, yet he has always fallen just short of a major title. The mental freedom that comes with winning your first tournament could trigger a mindset shift for him in the upcoming rounds, and if his physical condition allows it... why not dream about the possibility of an upset?

It's not every day that someone consecutively defeats two top-tier players like Juan Manuel Cerúndolo and Fabian Marozsan the way he has done, and his game is adjusting perfectly to the grass of Wimbledon. He has a good slice, a more than decent volley, and is riding a positive momentum that suggests big things could be on the horizon. Furthermore, he has been relatively "lucky" with the draw, further raising expectations on what he might achieve.

Davidovich's Wimbledon Draw Sparks Excitement

In the third round, he will face Marton Fucsovics, whom he has already beaten in a Grand Slam (US Open 2022), and a potential clash with Felix Auger-Aliassime awaits in the round of 16, with Auger-Aliassime not performing well on the grass circuit. Things would get tougher in the quarterfinals against Novak Djokovic, not to mention a possible semifinal showdown with Jannik Sinner, but dreaming is always allowed. Realistically speaking, it wouldn't be absurd to think that Alejandro could reach the quarterfinals if he continues his current form.

The big question is how far his body will hold up, but the news is promising considering he spent minimal time on court in the first two rounds. In fact, his spirits have been rising from low to high, not the other way around. He himself mentioned that everything ached on the first day, but today he woke up with strength and eagerness to step onto the court. Additionally, he knows he has a significant opportunity ahead to progress and climb the rankings again, which would boost his confidence after a first half of the year filled with uncertainties.

If anyone deserves it, it's Davidovich, who has been knocking on the door year after year until he finally broke through. His greatest enemy has always been himself and a mindset as erratic as it is unique, making him a double-edged sword in crucial moments. However, this time around, he seems extremely focused, so don't be surprised if he turns this Wimbledon into the best tournament of his career.

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