Jul 16, 2023; London, United Kingdom; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) and Novak Djokovic (SRB) at the net after the men’s singles final on day 14 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports
- For the second straight year, Carlos Alcaraz will meet Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final
- Alcaraz won a thrilling five-setter last year and is slightly favored to repeat as Wimbledon champion
- Below, see the opening Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz for the 2024 Wimbledon men’s singles final
The 2024 men’s singles final at SW19 will be a repeat of last year as Novak Djokovic faces Carlos Alcaraz in the title match on Centre Court on Sunday, July 14.
Alcaraz won a thrilling five-set match last year to win his first Wimbledon title. With Djokovic coming off knee surgery just five weeks ago, Alcaraz is slightly favored to make it two in a row at the All England Club.
Opening Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz Odds
| Player | Spread | Moneyline | Total Sets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | TBD | +125 | Over 4.5 (+200) |
| Carlos Alcaraz | TBD | -143 | Under 4.5 (-275) |
Alcaraz is -143 to win his second Wimbledon title while Djokovic is priced at +125 to win his record-tying eighth, which would match Roger Federer.
The game spread is sitting and over/under are still TBD. The set total is priced at +200 for another five-set affair.
Odds as of July 12 at bet365. See the available
Alcaraz vs Djokovic Head-to-Head History
| Year | Tournament | Surface | Winner/Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ATP Finals | Hard (Indoor) | Djokovic (6-3, 6-2) |
| 2023 | Cincinnati Masters | Hard | Djokovic (5-7, 7-6, 7-6) |
| 2023 | Wimbledon | Grass | Alcaraz (1-6, 7-6, 6-1, 3-6, 6-4) |
| 2023 | French Open | Clay | Djokovic (6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1) |
| 2022 | Madrid Masters | Clay | Alcaraz (6-7, 7-5, 7-6) |
Though Alcaraz won the final at Wimbledon last year, Djokovic is 3-2 all-time against the young Spaniard, including winning each of the last two meetings. Both of those were on hard court, though. Alcaraz is 1-0 against Djokovic on grass, 1-1 on clay, and 0-2 on hard court.
Djokovic Cruises to Wimbledon Final Despite Knee Surgery
Just over a month ago, Djokovic was forced to withdraw from the French Open ahead of his quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud. He underwent surgery on his meniscus yet has looked no worse for wear throughout Wimbledon. Djokovic has won nine straight sets against Lorenzo Musetti, Holger Rune, and Alexei Popyrin en route to the finals, and also benefited from a withdrawal by Alex de Minaur in the quarters, meaning his rehabbing knee was saved a little court time.
Prior to his loss to Alcaraz in the 2023 final, Djokovic had won 34 straight matches at SW19, including the 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022 crowns. (The 2020 tournament was canceled due to COVID.)
Alcaraz Pushed in Wimbledon Title Defense
The reigning-champion’s route back to the finals has been considerably tougher than Novak’s. After winning his first two matches in straight sets, Alcaraz has needed at least four sets in his last four, losing the first set in three of those matches. Alcaraz was taken to a fifth set by Francis Tiafoe in the third round, needing to win a fourth-set tiebreak just to stay in the match.
For the second straight year, he got the better of former world #1 Daniil Medvedev in the semis (6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4).
Alcaraz and Djokovic are scheduled to start their 2024 Wimbledon final at 9:00 am ET on Sunday.
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The 2024 Wimbledon Final is set to be an exciting match between two talented players, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. As the opening odds for this highly anticipated final have been released, fans and bettors alike are eager to see how the odds stack up for these two competitors.
Novak Djokovic, the current world No. 1 and reigning Wimbledon champion, is no stranger to success on the grass courts of the All England Club. With multiple Grand Slam titles to his name, Djokovic is a formidable opponent for any player. As such, it comes as no surprise that he is the favorite in this final matchup.
On the other hand, Carlos Alcaraz is a rising star in the world of tennis. At just 21 years old, Alcaraz has already made a name for himself with his impressive performances on the ATP tour. With his aggressive playing style and powerful shots, Alcaraz has the potential to challenge even the best players in the world.
Despite his relative lack of experience compared to Djokovic, Alcaraz has shown that he is capable of competing at the highest level. As such, the odds for this final matchup are likely to be closer than some might expect.
As of now, the opening odds for the 2024 Wimbledon Final between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz have Djokovic as the favorite, with Alcaraz as the underdog. While Djokovic’s experience and track record make him a strong contender, Alcaraz’s youth and talent could make for an exciting and unpredictable match.
Ultimately, only time will tell who will emerge victorious in this final showdown. Whether you’re a fan of Djokovic or Alcaraz, one thing is for certain – this is a match you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for updates on the odds and be sure to tune in to witness history in the making at the 2024 Wimbledon Final.
