Wimbledon 2025: Shocking first-round upsets that shook SW19

Wimbledon 2025 has been nothing short of unpredictable, with numerous seeded players crashing out in the first round. From former Grand Slam champions to rising stars, the opening matches have delivered surprises that have left fans and pundits alike in disbelief.

Daniil Medvedev’s Unexpected Exit

Former world No. 1 and 2021 US Open champion Daniil Medvedev faced an early exit at Wimbledon 2025, losing to unseeded Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi in a four-set thriller. Medvedev, who entered the tournament as the ninth seed, succumbed to Bonzi with a scoreline of 7-6(2), 3-6, 7-6(3), 6-2 . The Russian’s frustration was evident as he smashed his racquet during the match, highlighting his disappointment with the result.

Coco Gauff’s Early Departure

World No. 2 and recent French Open champion Coco Gauff was stunned by Ukraine’s Dayana Yastremska in the first round. Gauff, known for her powerful game, struggled with errors and couldn’t match Yastremska’s relentless performance, leading to a 7-6(7-3), 6-1 loss.

Alexander Zverev’s Five-Set Heartbreak

Third seed Alexander Zverev was eliminated in a dramatic five-set match against Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech. The match, which spanned two days due to a late-night interruption, saw Zverev fight back from a set down but ultimately fall 6-7(3-7), 7-6(10-8), 3-6, 7-6(7-5), 4-6.

Jessica Pegula’s Swift Defeat

World No. 3 Jessica Pegula was ousted by Italy’s Elisabetta Cocciaretto in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3. Pegula, who had recently defeated five-time major champion Iga Swiatek to win the Bad Hamburg Open, couldn’t replicate her form at Wimbledon, leading to an early exit.

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Qinwen Zheng’s Unexpected Loss

Fifth seed Qinwen Zheng was another casualty in the first round, falling to Czech qualifier Katerina Siniakova. Zheng’s loss added to the growing list of seeded players eliminated early, marking one of the most unpredictable starts in Wimbledon history.

Sonay Kartal’s Breakthrough Victory

In a positive turn for British tennis, Sonay Kartal achieved a notable first-round victory over 20th seed Jelena Ostapenko. Kartal, who had lost to Ostapenko a week prior in Eastbourne, rallied from a set down to secure a 7-5, 2-6, 6-2 win, marking a significant milestone in her career.

The first round of Wimbledon 2025 has been a testament to the unpredictable nature of tennis. With numerous top seeds eliminated early, the tournament has set the stage for unexpected matchups and potential new champions. As the competition progresses, fans can only anticipate more surprises on the hallowed grass courts of SW19