As the 2026 Wimbledon heads towards finals weekend, the spotlight is not only on who will lift the trophy. This year’s Championships have brought together comeback stories, record-chasing legends, defending champions and a new generation of stars, each adding their own presence to the tournament’s final stretch. From Naomi Osaka’s headline-making run to Novak Djokovic’s latest pursuit of history, here are five tennis personalities to know before the finals

Naomi Osaka

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Leading the list is Naomi Osaka, whose 2026 Wimbledon run has become a story both on and off the court. The four-time Grand Slam champion stunned world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka to reach her first Wimbledon quarter-final, while her custom all-white Hana Yagi look brought fashion into the spotlight. Inspired by Japanese ceremonial dress and detailed with kimono-style layers, cherry blossoms and crane embroidery, the outfit continued Osaka’s bold Grand Slam style streak, reinforcing her influence beyond tennis.

Novak Djokovic

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Few names carry more weight at Wimbledon than Novak Djokovic. The seven-time champion is once again chasing history at the All England Club, reaching another quarter-final while recording his 106th match win at the tournament, moving past Roger Federer’s men’s singles record. At 39, Djokovic remains one of the sport’s most fascinating figures: experienced, relentless and still capable of turning any Grand Slam into another chapter of his legacy. His long-running partnership with Lacoste since 2017 also adds to his polished on-court identity.

Jannik Sinner

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As the defending champion and world No.1, Jannik Sinner enters the final stretch as one of the players everyone is watching. The Italian booked his place in the quarter-finals with a composed straight-sets win over Japanese qualifier Shintaro Mochizuki, continuing his title defence with the calm precision that has become his signature. Beyond the court, his partnership with Gucci has also shaped his polished image, making him one of the clearest examples of tennis’ new sport-meets-fashion star power.

Coco Gauff

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Coco Gauff brings youthful energy, resilience and major star appeal to this year’s Wimbledon conversation. Already a two-time Grand Slam champion, the American has become one of tennis’ defining Gen Z figures, known for her powerful game, composed mentality and expressive sense of style. Her fashion profile has also grown through her New Balance x Miu Miu partnership, with Gauff starring in the collaboration’s 2026 campaign and wearing the co-branded collection during Wimbledon, adding a fresh sport-meets-fashion edge to the final-week lineup.

Taylor Fritz

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Rounding out the list is Taylor Fritz, one of the leading American men still standing at Wimbledon. Known for his big serve, composed attitude and polished presence, Fritz has become one of the most recognisable faces of the current US tennis wave. His partnership with BOSS also adds to his sharp image, with the brand dressing him on and off the court. As finals weekend approaches, Fritz brings confident, modern American contender energy to the men’s draw.

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