Jannik Sinner from Italy and Carlos Alcaraz from Spain made a great start at Wimbledon by winning their first-round matches. Sinner, who is currently ranked World No. 1, defeated Yannick Hanfmann from Germany in a tough four-set match. Despite falling behind in the third set, Sinner managed to bounce back and secure the victory.
On the other hand, defending champion Alcaraz faced Estonian qualifier Mark Lajal and won in straight sets. Despite not serving at his best, Alcaraz was able to win crucial points when it mattered the most. Both players expressed their excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to compete at such a prestigious event.
In other matches, top seeds like Daniil Medvedev, Casper Ruud, and Grigor Dimitrov also advanced to the next round with convincing wins. The tournament saw some upsets as well, with players like Brandon Nakashima and Denis Shapovalov defeating higher-ranked opponents.
The first day of Wimbledon also featured some intense matches, including a five-set battle between Ugo Humbert and Alexander Shevchenko. Frenchman Arthur Cazaux also played a marathon match against Zizou Bergs, which lasted over four hours.
Overall, the opening day of Wimbledon showcased some thrilling tennis action and set the stage for an exciting tournament ahead. Fans can look forward to more intense matches and surprising outcomes as the competition progresses.