Grigor Dimitrov favored to advance at Wimbledon 2026

Grigor Dimitrov is the favorite to advance to the Wimbledon 2026 quarterfinals after a strong start to the tournament. The Bulgarian, seeded 12th, has looked sharp on grass, defeating Jakub Mensik and Matteo Berrettini in straight sets. His next opponent, British wildcard Arthur Fery, faces a tough test on Centre Court.

What happened in Dimitrov's first two rounds?

Dimitrov has been in fine form at Wimbledon 2026, dropping just 12 games in his first two matches. He opened with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 win over Czech qualifier Mensik, then followed it up with a 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 victory against former Wimbledon semifinalist Berrettini. The Bulgarian's serve and groundstrokes have been particularly effective on the grass.

Why Dimitrov is favored against Fery

Fery, ranked 112th, has exceeded expectations by reaching the fourth round. However, his grueling five-set win over Zizou Bergs on Saturday may take a physical toll. Dimitrov, a former Wimbledon semifinalist, brings far more experience to Centre Court. The Bulgarian's grass-court pedigree and recent form make him a strong favorite.

What the experts are saying

Tennis tipster Andy Schooler believes Dimitrov will dominate the match. He recommends betting on Dimitrov to win by at least 3.5 games, citing the Bulgarian's superior grass-court skills and Fery's potential fatigue. Schooler notes that Dimitrov's serve and groundstrokes are well-suited to the Wimbledon surface.

What's next for Dimitrov?

If Dimitrov advances, he could face either Flavio Cobolli or Alex de Minaur in the quarterfinals. The Bulgarian has a strong record against both players, having beaten Cobolli in their only previous meeting and holding a 3-1 head-to-head advantage over de Minaur. A potential semifinal showdown with Taylor Fritz or Alexander Bublik could await in the next round.