Wimbledon 2026: Roger Federer Claims Tournament Directors Intentionally Help Jannik Sinner And Carlos Alcaraz Dominate Tennis By Slowing Surfaces
Published on: July 13, 2026, 11:22 p.m. | Source: NewsX
Roger Federer has ignited a major controversy by claiming that Wimbledon 2026 directors intentionally slow down tennis courts to ensure top stars like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz reach the finals. The Swiss icon explained that uniform ball speeds serve as a commercial safety net, protecting elite players from being blasted out by lower-ranked opponents. This tactical homogenization allows the world's best to win on clay, grass, and hard courts using the same style of play.
