Atmane Wins a Thriller After Three Tie-Breaks
The first match on Center Court brought a true tennis marathon in which Frenchman Terence Atmane defeated Italian Mattia Bellucci 6:7(4), 7:6(2), 7:6(5). The match lasted an exhausting 2 hours and 52 minutes. Interestingly, Bellucci won more total points than Atmane (114 to 111), but the Frenchman was more focused in the crucial moments. Atmane managed to convert both of his break point opportunities in the match, while Bellucci converted just one out of three.
Khachanov Survives Drama and Saves Five Match Points
Fifth seed Karen Khachanov reached the quarterfinals after an incredible victory over Czech Tomas Machac 6:2, 4:6, 7:6(7). This duel, which lasted 2 hours and 32 minutes, was marked by the Russian tennis player’s fantastic mental strength. Khachanov played on the edge of defeat but managed to save a staggering 14 of the 15 break points he faced, as well as five match points. Relying on an excellent serve, he fired 14 aces and eventually broke the resistance of an inspired Machac in the deciding set tie-break.
Express Medvedev Outclasses Shimabukuro
The tournament’s top seed, Daniil Medvedev, left no chance for Japanese qualifier Sho Shimabukuro. The Russian claimed a routine 6:2, 6:1 victory after just 52 minutes on the court. Medvedev was extremely secure on his serve, saving all three break points the Japanese player created. He converted 5 of his 10 break opportunities, winning almost twice as many points as his opponent (56 to 29), confirming his status as the main title favorite.
Bublik Reaches Quarterfinals Without a Fight
The scheduled fourth match of the day on Center Court unfortunately did not take place. Local representative and third seed Alexander Bublik advanced to the next round without stepping onto the court, as Hungarian Fabian Marozsan handed him a walkover due to illness.
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