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Defending champion Sinner survives five-set scare

BBC Sport·June 29, 2026
Defending champion Sinner survives five-set scare

Jannik Sinner has begun his Wimbledon title defence with a hard-fought win, coming back from a difficult match to defeat Miomir Kecmanovic in five sets on Centre Court. The defending champion survived an almighty scare to emerge victorious. Sinner's comeback victory marked a strong start to his title defence. He overcame a tough challenge from Kecmanovic to advance to the next round.

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