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Fritz Reaches Wimbledon Semifinals, Acknowledges Girlfriend’s Support

His candid praise of Morgan Riddle’s influence, paired with regret over his private motivational note surfacing publicly, deepens the personal dimension of Friday’s semifinal against Carlos Alcaraz.

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Overview

  • Taylor Fritz defeated Karen Khachanov 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(4) on July 8 to reach his first Wimbledon semifinal and become the first American man to do so since 2018.
  • He credited influencer Morgan Riddle with catalyzing his four-year career resurgence through motivational guidance and lifestyle support since they began dating in 2020.
  • Fritz expressed regret that a private note he wrote after a 2021 Wimbledon loss was shared publicly, noting it was never intended for release during his on-court interview.
  • The quarterfinal featured a dramatic momentum shift as Fritz won the opening two sets, lost the third 1-6, and sealed victory in a tense fourth-set tiebreak.
  • He is set to face two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on Centre Court this Friday with a place in the Wimbledon final at stake.