Persistent rain has disrupted the opening-round matches at Wimbledon for the second consecutive day, resulting in a suspension of play on Tuesday. Among the affected players are Dominic Thiem and Stefanos Tsitsipas, with Thiem leading their encounter before the weather interruption.
Meanwhile, Matteo Berrettini finds himself trailing against Lorenzo Sonego. Let’s delve into the details of the halted matches and the upcoming schedule on the covered courts.
Dominic Thiem Takes the Lead
In their 10th head-to-head clash, Dominic Thiem had taken a 6-3, 3-4 lead against the fifth-seeded Stefanos Tsitsipas on Court 2 before rain interrupted their match. The players were forced to retreat to the locker room, eagerly awaiting the resumption of play to determine the outcome of their closely contested battle.
On Court 12, Matteo Berrettini, the 2021 finalist, found himself trailing against Lorenzo Sonego. Sonego had gained an early advantage, leading 7-6(5) before rain interrupted their gripping clash. Berrettini, aiming to stage a comeback, will look to regroup when play resumes.
Making his Wimbledon debut, rising star Ben Shelton was in control of his match against Taro Daniel. The promising #NextGenATP American held a 6-4, 4-2 lead over Daniel before the rain suspension. Shelton will seek to continue his impressive performance once the weather permits.
Holger Rune and George Loffhagen’s Battle
Another young talent on the ATP Tour, Holger Rune, showcased his skills as he took a 7-6(4) lead against British wild card George Loffhagen. Their match, paused due to rain, promises to resume with fierce competition when the weather improves.
While the rain caused disruptions on the outdoor courts, Centre Court and Court 1 at the All England Club offer the advantage of retractable roofs. The schedule on these two courts remains unaffected, ensuring continuous play despite inclement weather conditions.
On Centre Court, home favorite Andy Murray is set to face fellow Briton Ryan Peniston as the second match of the day. Meanwhile, top seed Carlos Alcaraz is scheduled to take on Jeremy Chardy on Court 1. British No. 1 Cameron Norrie, who reached the semifinals in 2022, will conclude the day’s proceedings by facing Tomas Machac.
