Dominic Thiem calls Wimbledon the ‘WORST’ Slam as he dreads upon the surface and short grass season for him

Former US Open Champion highlights the unique difficulties faced at the prestigious Grand Slam.

Dominic Thiem calls Wimbledon the ‘WORST’ Slam as he dreads upon the surface and short grass season for him

Dominic Thiem (Image via Eurosport)

Former US Open champion, Dominic Thiem revealed, that by far, Wimbledon is his worst grand slam. In the latest episode of ‘Power of Sport’, the Austrian athlete shed light on the distinctive nature of grass courts and the arduous journey it presents compared to other seasonal surfaces.

“For me, in terms of results, Wimbledon is my worst Grand Slam by a distance. Grass is just different,” said the 29 years old.

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Thiem went on to reminisce about his last match which transpired a staggering six years ago and the difficulties he encountered during that time. He emphasized the significance of delivering a powerful serve on grass, which is impeded by the ball’s lower bounce. “The bounce of the ball is much lower. Serve is much more important. Often a few points can make the difference,” remarked Thiem, underlining the delicate balance required for success on this surface.

Continuing his train of thought, the former World No.3 opined how the difficulty of the game arises due to a lot of breaks that one gets on the court. But on the other hand, it also makes the game fun to play.

“You’ll probably also get a lot more breaks on grass, so it’s a lot more difficult, but at the same time, it’s a lot of fun. Unfortunately, it’s a very brief season but it’s about getting the most out of it,“ he remarked, acknowledging the contrasting nature of the experience.

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What happened to Dominic Thiem after the 2020 US Open finals?

Dominic Thiem
Dominic Thiem (Image via Daily Express)

Thiem has experienced a whirlwind of triumphs and tribulations since his remarkable victory at the 2020 US Open. Once considered a rising star in the sport, Thiem’s journey has been filled with setbacks, injuries, and subsequent comebacks. He won the American slam, defeating German player Alexander Zverev and became the first male player born in the 1990s to claim a Major singles title, as well as the first Austrian to win the US Open singles title. The same year, he reached his career-high by being placed at number 3 in the ATP rankings.

However, Thiem’s success was short-lived as he encountered a string of defeats in the subsequent season. The Australian Open, Doha, and Dubai became venues of disappointment for the talented player, leading him to take a much-needed break and recover from a troublesome knee injury sustained during play. His woes continued as he was forced to withdraw from Wimbledon due to a wrist injury, eventually leading to an early retirement from the remainder of the season.  

These withdrawals continued throughout 2022 as well, which made him fall out of the top 300 in the ATP rankings. Later on, he entered the US Open as a wildcard, which rejuvenated his confidence, allowing him to exhibit remarkable prowess in subsequent ATP matches and ultimately reclaim a place within the top 100 rankings, marking an inspiring comeback. Currently ranked 90th in the world, Thiem is preparing to compete in the highly anticipated Wimbledon tournament.

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