Carlos Alcaraz says the blockbuster Wimbledon final against Novak Djokovic will be the “best moment of my life”.
The world No.1 is aiming for his maiden SW19 title but comes up against the toughest test of all in Djokovic, who is aiming for a record eighth success on center court.
A 16-year age gap between the pair makes Sunday a generation game as Alcaraz seek to dethrone 36-year-old Djokovic. And the Spaniard, who got rid of third seed Daniil Medvedev, will cherish the moment.
“It will probably be the best time of my life – probably,” he said. “Playing a final here at Wimbledon is something I dream of when I start playing tennis. As I said before, it’s even better to play against Novak.
“It’s going to be a very emotional moment for me. But I will try to stay calm at this time. For Novak, it’s one more day, one more moment. For me, it’s going to be the best time of my life, I think.
Sunday’s order of play
Center Court, 2 p.m.
Men’s final
(1) Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) v (2) Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
Ladies’ doubles final
(3) Storm Hunter (Australia) & Elise Mertens (Belgium) v Hsieh Su-Wei (Taiwan) & Barbora Strycova (Czech Republic)
How to watch the men’s final on UK TV
Live
Coverage will begin at 1 p.m. on BBC One and iPlayer. Clare Balding will host the show after taking over main presenting duties from Sue Barker.
Strong points
Today at Wimbledon, highlights from the final will be shown at 10 p.m. on BBC Two and iPlayer, presented by Qasa Alom.
How to watch Wimbledon on TV in the US
ESPN has the right to show the grand slam on grass in the United States.
What is the prize money of Wimbledon?
Wimbledon’s total prize pool is £44.7m, up 11.2% from 2022.
The men’s and women’s singles champions will each take home £2.35m and the runners-up will take home £1.175m.
The cash prizes for progression to previous rounds are as follows: first round (£55,000); second round (£85,000); third round (£131,000); Round of 16 (£207,000); quarter-finals (£340,000); semi-finals (£600,000).
Who are the defending champions?
Last year, Novak Djokovic recovered from a set down in the final to beat Nick Kyrgios 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6.
Elena Rybakina won a first major singles title when she fought back to beat Ons Jabeur 3-6, 6-2, 6-2.
Latest odds?
Singles men
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Novak Djokovic 8/15
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Carlos Alcaraz 17/10
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