Sabalenka Dominates Kostovic in Wimbledon First Round
Aryna Sabalenka defeated teenager Teodora Kostovic 6-2 6-3 in the first round of Wimbledon 2026, hitting 22 winners and advancing to face McCartney Kessler.
Aryna Sabalenka defeated teenager Teodora Kostovic 6-2 6-3 in the first round of Wimbledon 2026, hitting 22 winners and advancing to face McCartney Kessler.
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Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon match sparked viewer concern after blood was spotted on his shoe following a nasty fall. BBC commentators noted the injury but Sinner continued playing.
Jannik Sinner suffered a severe fall during his Wimbledon opener, with viewers spotting what appeared to be blood seeping through his shoe, prompting concern.