Russian sixth-seed Andrey Rublev’s Wimbledon campaign came to a stunning end in the first round on Tuesday, as he fell to world No. 122 Francisco Comesana of Argentina. The match marked Comesana’s maiden Grand Slam appearance, and he certainly made the most of it.
Despite his lack of experience at this level, Comesana exuded composure and precision from the outset. He secured an early break to take a 3-2 lead in the first set, ultimately claiming it to the visible frustration of Rublev, who expressed his dissatisfaction vocally and through interactions with his coaching team.
Rublev fought back in the second set, securing an early break and demonstrating his dominance with powerful forehands and strategic play that often caught Comesana off guard. However, the Argentinian displayed resilience, fighting off three set points twice before ultimately losing the set.
The third set was interrupted by rain, but Comesana powered through, maintaining his momentum. The fourth set was a tightly contested affair, with both players trading blows. Ultimately, Comesana’s accuracy and guile proved too much for Rublev. Comesana closed out the match in style, drawing an unforced error from the Russian to seal a remarkable victory.
Comesana’s performance was particularly impressive given his 21 aces throughout the match. The win marks a significant milestone in his career, highlighting his potential as a rising star in the tennis world.
