Carlos Alcaraz Triumphs in Epic Wimbledon Opener Against Fognini
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Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending Wimbledon champion, overcame a challenging first-round match against the seasoned Fabio Fognini. The match, lasting over four and a half hours, saw Alcaraz clinch a 7-5, 6-7 (5), 7-5, 2-6, 6-1 victory, extending his winning streak to 19 matches. Despite a shaky performance with numerous errors, Alcaraz managed to recalibrate in the decisive fifth set to secure the win.
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Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending Wimbledon champion, faced a tough challenge from Fabio Fognini in the first round.
The match lasted over four and a half hours, with Alcaraz winning 7-5, 6-7 (5), 7-5, 2-6, 6-1.
Alcaraz extended his career-best winning streak to 19 matches.
Fognini, aged 38 and ranked 138th, plans to retire after the season and had never advanced past the third round at Wimbledon.
Alcaraz struggled with nine double faults, 21 break points faced, and more unforced errors than winners but managed to dominate in the fifth set to secure the victory.
