Carlos Alcaraz stayed on course for a Wimbledon three-peat as he took down Taylor Fritz in a semi-final that delivered some wonderful moments of liquid improvisation.

Carlos Alcaraz will be playing for a third consecutive Wimbledon title after the 22-year-old Spaniard beat Taylor Fritz in the semifinal round.

The 22-year drought for American men in the grand slams will continue. No. 5 seed Taylor Fritz could not topple the defending two-time champion on Friday, as No. 2 seed Carlos Alcaraz took down the top man from the United States in four sets, 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (6), to advance to his third straight Wimbledon final .

The two-time defending champion beat the American No. 5 seed in four sets on a sweltering afternoon on Centre Court.

Play was stopped twice during the Wimbledon semifinal match between Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz because two fans felt unwell in the heat.

SportsLine tennis expert Jose Onorato reveals his 2025 Wimbledon picks for Friday's men's singles semifinal between Taylor Fritz and Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz has a habit of producing stunning moments, and he’s delivered plenty more on his way to the Wimbledon final. Even if he hasn’t been at his absolute best this fortnight, the way he’s moved through the draw without much trouble is a worrying sign for everyone else.