Wimbledon Shocker! 153mph Serve Smashes Record, But Fritz Still Wins!

Wimbledon 2025 has already delivered some incredible moments! While fans are enjoying the action, many have been asking questions about empty seats and the difference in set numbers for men's and women's matches. However, the real buzz comes from the court itself.

Mpetshi Perricard's Record-Breaking Serve

Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, a towering Frenchman, etched his name into Wimbledon history with a monstrous 153mph serve on No 1 Court. This incredible feat shattered the previous record by a staggering 5mph! Imagine the power and precision needed to achieve that speed. He even suggested that serves could potentially reach 161-167mph in the future, citing the increasing strength of players.

The Irony of It All

Despite unleashing this thunderbolt, and serving a total of 37 aces, Mpetshi Perricard ultimately lost the match to the fifth seed, Taylor Fritz. The record-breaking serve was actually returned, and he lost the point! Fritz demonstrated incredible resilience and skill to overcome the Frenchman's powerful serves.

The match was a true epic, going to five sets and showcasing the best of Wimbledon tennis. The final score was 6-7 (6), 6-7 (8), 6-4, 7-6 (6), 6-4 in favour of Fritz. This match will be talked about for years to come, not only for the record-breaking serve but also for the sheer determination and sportsmanship displayed by both players.

So, while Wimbledon continues to captivate audiences with its traditions and exciting matches, Mpetshi Perricard's serve will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most spectacular moments of the 2025 Championships. Will we see even faster serves in the future? Only time will tell!