Shillong: Jannik Sinner narrowly escaped an early Wimbledon exit. He battled past 50th-ranked Miomir Kecmanovic in a tense five-set opening match on Centre Court. The defending champion dropped the first and third sets, forcing him to mount two separate comebacks.
The match stretched for three and a half hours. Sinner struggled with his footing early on. He suffered a worrisome tumble to the grass that briefly threw off his rhythm. He eventually found his composure to secure a 4-6, 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3 win.
This performance marks a quick rebound for the Italian star. He struggled through a French Open meltdown just one month ago. As the reigning champion, he held the honorary opening slot on Centre Court. He needed every bit of his stamina to put away the persistent Kecmanovic.
Comments