Flavio Cobolli loses to Arthur Fery in Wimbledon shock upset

Flavio Cobolli’s Wimbledon campaign came to an abrupt end on 13 July 2026, as British wildcard Arthur Fery pulled off a stunning upset in the semi-finals. The Italian, seeded 12th, fell 6-4, 7-5, 6-3 to the unseeded Fery, who became the first British qualifier to reach the Wimbledon final since 1977.

How did Fery defeat Cobolli?

Fery dominated from the baseline, capitalizing on Cobolli’s unforced errors and breaking the Italian’s serve three times. The British player’s aggressive return game and precise groundstrokes proved too much for Cobolli, who struggled to find his rhythm throughout the match. Fery sealed the victory with a powerful forehand winner down the line.

What does this mean for Cobolli’s season?

Despite the loss, Cobolli’s run to the semi-finals marks his best Grand Slam performance to date. The 24-year-old Italian had previously reached the fourth round at the French Open earlier this year. This result solidifies his place among the rising stars of men’s tennis, though he will now focus on regaining his form ahead of the US Open in August.

What’s next for Cobolli?

Cobolli will return to the ATP Tour, where he is currently ranked 15th in the world. His next scheduled tournament is the Hamburg European Open, beginning on 21 July 2026. The Italian will aim to bounce back from this defeat and continue his climb up the rankings.