Taylor Fritz Boosts Wimbledon Run After Earning Gap With Ex

**Taylor Fritz** stormed into the Wimbledon quarter‑finals on 5 July 2026, becoming the sole American men’s singles contender after beating Alexander Bublik in the fourth round. The win follows a headline‑making story that his former partner, influencer Morgan Riddle, earned more than him during his Australian Open run earlier this year.

Fritz entered Wimbledon as the No. 6 seed and dispatched compatriots Frances Tiafoe and Tommy Paul in the early rounds. In the fourth round, he out‑lasted Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik in a four‑set battle, securing a spot in the last eight where he will face Alexander Zverev, the French Open champion. The American’s performance keeps him on track for a £480,000 prize as a quarter‑finalist.

During the 2026 Australian Open, Fritz reached the round of 16, defeating Stan Wawrinka and pocketing £240,000. Riddle, who documented his tour life on social media, reportedly earned £251,000 from the same tournament, according to Bild. She joked that Grand Slam weeks felt like a competition to see who brought home more cash.

The contrast highlights the growing role of athletes’ partners in generating revenue. Riddle, 28, described their relationship as a “dual‑income household” and said she would never date an athlete again. For Fritz, the financial spotlight adds pressure beyond the court, especially as he eyes a seven‑figure payday should he reach the final.

After his Bublik win, Fritz said he would watch the Zverev‑Lehecka match while undergoing treatment, noting he prefers to observe opponents through a different lens. The quarter‑final is slated for 7 July, with a potential semi‑final payday of £900,000 if he advances. His focus remains on the match, not the off‑court earnings drama.

With a quarter‑final guarantee of £480,000 at Wimbledon, Fritz has already doubled his Australian Open earnings. A semi‑final appearance would push his 2026 Grand Slam earnings past £1 million, cementing his status as one of the sport’s top earners.

The breakup, announced in spring 2026, appeared amicable. Riddle posted a “World’s Best Ex‑Girlfriend” shirt on Instagram and told Elle she wanted a light‑hearted exit. Both remain on good terms, and Fritz’s on‑court focus suggests the personal split won’t distract him from his Wimbledon quest.