Wimbledon: Top Three Greatest Men’s Finals of the Past Decade

• Carlos Alcaraz recently defeated Novak Djokovic to claim his first Wimbledon crown
• Djokovic was on course for a record-equalling eight Wimbledon slam
• The 2023 final ranks high amongst the best finals of the last decade

Treating us to iconic memories and moments, Wimbledon has never disappointed.

Amongst the glitz and glamour, the strawberries and cream, the hawk “Rufus” and a host of other spring attractions that come with the iconic tennis event, its on-field beauty is something to be reckoned with.

The all-white tennis event has treated lovers of the sports to fascinating and enthralling moments, and amidst these numerous moments is the most recent men's finals between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. A five-hour match ended in an iconic fashion for the 20-year-old in what many have dubbed a change of guard.

Alcaraz came from a set down to treat us to one of the finest finals seen in recent history.

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In light of this event, Sports Brief takes a look at three of the most iconic Wimbledon men's finals of the last decade.

Murray beats Djokovic (2013)

The battle between Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic was one of the best games witnessed at Centre Court in the last decade.

Coincidentally, the 10th anniversary of this win was celebrated at this year’s tournament.

This remains one of the most iconic Wimbledon wins as the British No. 1, Murray had to overcome the huge pressure mounted on him, as he is a British sportsman and was outrightly the home crowd favourite.

Defeating the world #1 and the top seed at Wimbledon in straight sets (6–4, 7–5, 6–4) made the moment even more iconic.

Djokovic would eventually go on a ten-year winning streak at Wimbledon.

Djokovic vs. Federer (2019)

Yet another monumental duel between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic highlighted the fact that Wimbledon finals are an incredible spectacle of drama to behold.

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After a nerve-racking battle and a gruelling test of stamina and endurance over four hours and 57 minutes, Djokovic emerged victorious, thus underlining his dominance in the world of tennis.

This win also ensured Djokovic became the first man since Bob Falkenburg at the 1948 Wimbledon Championships to win the title after being championship points down, having saved two when down 7–8 in the fifth set. Also, it was at this final where a final set tiebreak rule was introduced.

Alcaraz vs. Djokovic (2023)

In a sensational Wimbledon final that sent shock waves through the sport, Carlos Alcaraz made his debut appearance and electrified the tennis world with a stunning victory, toppling none other than Novak Djokovic, the record grand slam winner, in a thrilling five-set match.

Given Djokovic’s almost complete annexation of the tournament over the last decade – winning seven titles in total between 2011 and 2022, Alcaraz's win was monumental.

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Djokovic was on course to equal Federer’s all-time record of eight Men’s Singles titles at Wimbledon, and he was also on course to complete the Calendar Grand Slam.

This win was the perfect David and Goliath story given the fact Alcaraz was also facing his own Djokovic-related demons after cramping up against him in the French Open semi-final last month and later admitting that it was at least in part due to the nerves that he felt at facing Djokovic in a Major for the first time.

Wimbledon prize money

Sports Brief earlier reported on what players will earn at Wimbledon per each round.

The total purse for this year's Wimbledon tournament will be £44,700,000, which is a 10.8 % increase from 2022 and a 17.6% increase on the pre-pandemic Championships in 2019.

The total prize pool for the Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ Doubles is a 10.7% increase from last year, while the Wheelchair and Quad Wheelchair Singles and Doubles events all increased by close to 20%.