Wimbledon 2023: Jannik Sinner Battles Past Countryman Matteo Berrettini
A Statement Win for the Italian
Jannik Sinner, the top seed at Wimbledon 2023, overcame a stern test from compatriot and former finalist Matteo Berrettini in the second round.
It was not the perfect start for the top seed, but Jannik Sinner made it through to the second round of Wimbledon 2023 with a statement win over countryman and former finalist Matteo Berrettini on Wednesday. The 21-year-old Italian presented his credentials on No.1 Court, surviving a stern test from Daniel Elahi Galan but still winning in straight sets.
When Sinner's next opponent, compatriot and 2021 Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini, was mentioned, the crowd broke into a long ovation. The two Italians are good friends and have known each other since they were young, but they were both determined to win.
Sinner, who is seeded No. 10 at Wimbledon this year, is one of the most promising young players in the world. He won his first ATP title in 2020 and has since gone on to win three more. He is also a two-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist and is considered a contender to win Wimbledon this year.
Berrettini, who is seeded No. 11 at Wimbledon this year, is also a former Grand Slam finalist. He reached the final at Wimbledon in 2021, where he lost to Novak Djokovic in four sets. Berrettini is a powerful hitter with a big serve, and he is always a threat to win on grass.
The match between Sinner and Berrettini was a close one throughout. Both players had their chances, but it was Sinner who was able to convert his break points and win in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4.
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