Overview

• Alcaraz saved break points and prevailed over Fabio Fognini in a 7-5, 6-7(5), 7-5, 2-6, 6-1 victory to reach Wimbledon’s second round.
• The Spaniard entered the tournament on an 18-match win streak as he bids to become only the fifth man since 1968 to win three consecutive Wimbledon titles.
• Raducanu defeated wildcard Mingge Xu 6-3, 6-3 in a routine first-round match to secure her spot in the next round.
• The British No. 1 dismissed dating speculation with Alcaraz during pre-tournament conferences, stating “we’re just good friends.”
• Following joint practice sessions, Raducanu and Alcaraz confirmed they will partner in mixed doubles at the US Open later this year.