Top 9 Greatest Wimbledon Finals of All Time (2025 Just Joined the List)

🏆 Introduction: Wimbledon Magic Through the Ages

Wimbledon isn’t just a tennis tournament, it’s a stage where legends are made.

From five-set thrillers to historic rivalries, the Wimbledon Final has consistently delivered some of the most unforgettable moments in sports history. And with the 2025 Final now in the books, it's safe to say it deserves a spot among the all-time greats.

Whether you're a lifelong tennis fanatic or someone who only tunes in for the drama of Centre Court, this list will take you through ten iconic Wimbledon Finals that defined generations, and leave you wanting to own a piece of the legacy with a tennis poster from our exclusive collection.

Let’s dive in.

🎾 9. Novak Djokovic vs. Nick Kyrgios (2022)

Winner: Djokovic (4–6, 6–3, 6–4, 7–6)

Kyrgios’ first Grand Slam final had the fireworks everyone expected massive serves, sharp wit, and unpredictable play. But Djokovic’s calm dominance stole the show, earning him his 21st Grand Slam title.

Why it matters: A clash of generations and personalities on the most prestigious court in tennis.

🎾 8. Martina Navratilova vs. Chris Evert (1985)

Winner: Navratilova (4–6, 6–3, 6–2)

One of the sport’s greatest rivalries peaked again in 1985. Navratilova and Evert met in their third straight Wimbledon final, giving fans another showcase of finesse vs. power.

Legacy note: Navratilova’s victory was her sixth Wimbledon title, an unmatched reign.

🎾 7. Roger Federer vs. Andy Roddick (2009)

Winner: Federer (5–7, 7–6, 7–6, 3–6, 16–14)

A heartbreaker for Roddick and a record-breaking 15th Grand Slam for Federer. The 2009 final lasted over four hours and featured the longest fifth set in Wimbledon final history, until that point.

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🎾 6. Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams (2003)

Winner: Serena (4–6, 6–4, 6–2)

Sisters turned rivals, Serena and Venus delivered a fierce battle with emotional intensity. This match solidified Serena’s third Wimbledon crown and her dominance in women’s tennis.

Power, family, history, all in one final.

🎾 5. Rafael Nadal vs. Tomas Berdych (2010)

Winner: Nadal (6–3, 7–5, 6–4)

While not as tightly contested as others, this final marked Nadal’s dominance on grass, proving he wasn’t just a clay-court king. Berdych had taken out Federer and Djokovic, but Nadal crushed him with power and precision.

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🎾 4. Ashleigh Barty vs. Karolína Plíšková (2021)

Winner: Barty (6–3, 6–7, 6–3)

Barty became the first Australian woman to win Wimbledon since Evonne Goolagong in 1980 and she did it with style, grace, and blistering forehands. Her composed play and emotional speech made this a modern classic.

A true champion’s moment.

🎾 3. Björn Borg vs. John McEnroe (1980)

Winner: Borg (1–6, 7–5, 6–3, 6–7, 8–6)

The contrast of personalities was iconic: Borg’s ice-cold calm vs. McEnroe’s fiery rage. Their fourth-set tiebreak (18–16) is still talked about today. Borg would win his fifth straight Wimbledon title, but just barely.

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🎾 2. Steffi Graf vs. Arantxa Sánchez Vicario (1995)

Winner: Graf (4–6, 6–1, 7–5)

Graf showcased mental toughness and athletic brilliance in this back-and-forth thriller. Her aggressive play and net coverage were on full display, proving why she’s one of the greatest of all time.

Pure tennis at its finest.

🎾 1. Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal (2008)

Winner: Nadal (6–4, 6–4, 6–7, 6–7, 9–7)

Ask any fan or pundit, this may still be the greatest tennis match ever played.

Delayed by rain, stretched to near darkness, and filled with stunning rallies, this five-set masterpiece was a war of skill and will. Nadal finally dethroned Federer on grass in what felt like a generational passing of the torch.

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🎯 Final Thoughts: Legacy in Every Match

Wimbledon has given us decades of drama, class, and unforgettable champions. Whether you're inspired by Federer’s finesse, Serena’s power, Nadal’s grit, or the rising stars of 2025, these moments deserve more than a replay.