Tommy Paul was upset in the third-round match of Wimbledon 2026 by Hubert Hurkacz on Friday. He lost in four sets, 4-6, 7-6, 7-5, 6-2.
What happened?
Tommy Paul's loss was marked by six double faults, which significantly impacted his performance.
Why it matters for Tommy Paul
Despite his strong record at Wimbledon, with a 71 percent win rate, Paul's loss will widen the gap between his win rates at Wimbledon and the Australian Open.
What comes next?
Hubert Hurkacz will face Jan-Lennard Struff in the fourth round on Sunday, marking their fifth head-to-head meeting.
Tommy Paul had previously reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon in 2024 and the semifinals at the Australian Open in 2023.
He has three quarterfinal appearances in Grand Slams, with his last one at the 2025 French Open.
Hurkacz's win over Paul marks his second victory against the American, with Paul previously leading their head-to-head matchup 3-1.
The match was characterized by Hurkacz's strong serve, with 20 aces, and Paul's struggles with his serve, including the six double faults.
Tommy Paul's campaign at Wimbledon 2026 has come to an end, but he will look to bounce back in future tournaments.
The loss will be a disappointment for Paul, who had been looking to build on his past successes at Wimbledon.
Hubert Hurkacz's victory sets him up for a challenging match against Jan-Lennard Struff, with both players having two wins in their previous four meetings.
Tommy Paul's performance at Wimbledon 2026 will be remembered for his struggles with his serve and his inability to overcome Hurkacz's strong play.
The American's strong record at Wimbledon will be tested in future tournaments, as he looks to regain his form and make a deeper run in the event.