Sam Querrey delivers his verdict on whether Taylor Fritz should stop playing Eastbourne the week before Wimbledon

Former American tennis star Sam Querrey has given his take on whether Taylor Fritz should continue competing in the Eastbourne International the week before Wimbledon. Speaking on the *Nothing Major* podcast alongside fellow retired pros John Isner, Mardy Fish, and Andy Roddick, Querrey addressed concerns about Fritz’s schedule leading into the grass-court Grand Slam.

During the June 24, 2025, episode, Isner posed the question: Would Fritz be better off resting rather than playing the ATP 250 event in Eastbourne? Querrey was quick to dismiss the idea, stating, “It’s not Taylor’s style.” He elaborated that Fritz, currently ranked World No. 7, thrives on match play and prefers to stay sharp through competition. “He wants to be playing matches. So yeah, he wants to go to Eastbourne and win that thing,” Querrey added.

Fritz’s affinity for Eastbourne is well-documented. The 27-year-old American has claimed the title three times—in 2019, 2023, and 2024—making him one of the tournament’s most successful players in recent years. His powerful serve and aggressive baseline game suit the grass courts, which serve as a critical tune-up for Wimbledon, where he reached the quarterfinals in 2022 and 2024.

Querrey’s endorsement aligns with Fritz’s consistent approach to the grass-court season. Unlike some players who opt for rest to preserve energy for the Grand Slam, Fritz has used Eastbourne to build confidence and maintain rhythm. In 2024, he went into Wimbledon as the Eastbourne champion and carried that form to a five-set quarterfinal loss against Carlos Alcaraz, the eventual champion.

As Fritz prepares for Wimbledon 2025, where he is expected to be among the top contenders, Querrey’s comments underline the American’s strategy of prioritizing match toughness over extra rest. With a favorable draw and peak form, Fritz could leverage his Eastbourne experience to make a deep run at the All England Club.