World No. 1 Jannik Sinner believes he has put any doubts behind him after battling through a tough first-round match at Wimbledon.
The Italian was pushed hard by Miomir Kecmanović before securing victory in a match that lasted more than three hours. It was exactly the kind of test Sinner felt he needed after questions about his fitness following Roland Garros.
Speaking after the match, Sinner admitted the win boosted his confidence.
“It was good for me. I was happy I went over three hours.”
During the match, Sinner also slipped awkwardly, briefly raising concerns about his foot. However, he quickly played down the incident.
“When I slipped I felt a little pain but it went away very quickly.”
Sinner revealed that he and his team made adjustments before Wimbledon to prepare for the conditions, and he believes those changes have paid off.
“We practiced a lot before the tournament here, it was very warm. I never had an issue. We made a couple changes.”
He also addressed the concerns surrounding his form and physical condition.
“I think the doubts are gone, at least in my mind. And then we see how it goes.”
The victory sends Sinner safely into the second round, and the World No. 1 is feeling increasingly comfortable on the grass at the All England Club.
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