Barbora Krejcikova Triumphs in Grueling Olympic Opener
Wimbledon champion overcomes Sara Sorribes Tormo in a nearly three-hour match at Roland Garros.
- Krejcikova secured a 4-6, 6-0, 7-6 (3) victory in the first round of the Paris Olympics.
- The match was held at Roland Garros, where Krejcikova has previously won French Open titles.
- She aims to defend her doubles gold medal with partner Katerina Siniakova.
- Other notable wins included Maria Sakkari, Danielle Collins, and Bianca Andreescu in women's singles.
- In men's singles, Casper Ruud and Felix Auger-Aliassime advanced to the next round.