Denis Shapovalov, the 2021 Wimbledon semifinalist, secured a significant victory against the 19th seed Nicolas Jarry in the first round of Wimbledon. Shapovalov won the match in straight sets with scores of 6-1, 7-5, 6-4. This victory marks Shapovalov's second top 20 win of 2024, indicating positive progress in his season after struggling in recent years. Shapovalov, who entered the tournament on a protected ranking, celebrated his win by eating some grass on the court. He advances to the second round and is healthy again.
"I'm very grateful for where I'm at right now" @GrigorDimitrov was in a very appreciative mood following his first-round win #Wimbledon https://t.co/pQCjXAtyVC
SOLID Shapo! Semi-finalist in 2021, Denis Shapovalov scores big win ousting seed No.19 Nicolas Jarry 6-1 7-5 6-4 in Wimbledon 1st round https://t.co/qI2tdmTQQp
Seed toppled 💪 @denis_shapo downs No.19 seed Jarry 6-1, 7-5, 6-4 to storm into the second round 🇨🇦 #Wimbledon https://t.co/msOl5BS0G0
No.10 seed Grigor Dimitrov begins his campaign strongly, defeating Dusan Lajovic 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 👏 #Wimbledon | @GrigorDimitrov https://t.co/PpLganHI4t
Thoughts and prayers with confirmed Nicolas Jarry guys @DavidLawTennis and @MattRobertsTTP as the 19th seed goes out 1-6, 5-7, 4-6 to 2021 semifinalist Denis Shapovalov.
Denis Shapovalov, in this #Wimbledon on a protected ranking, wins over #19 Jarry in straights and eats some grass to celebrate.
Wow. 2021 semifinalist Denis Shapovalov beats the #19 seed Nicolas Jarry 6-1, 7-5, 6-4 to reach the 2nd round at #Wimbledon. Great win and performance. Good to see him healthy again.
Shapo 🤝 SW19 Former Wimbledon semi-finalist @denis_shapo downs Jarry 6-1 7-5 6-4! @Wimbledon | #wimbledon https://t.co/XvsBy1XF2G
Shapovalov d. Jarry 6-1 7-5 6-4 at Wimbledon Not too long ago, Denis reached the SF here back in 2021… his best result at a Slam to date. It’s been a struggle these last few years, but he’s been showing positive signs this season. ✅2nd top 20 win of 2024 Moving forward. 🇨🇦 https://t.co/HpwHKKvuam
Shapovalov strikes ⚡️ @denis_shapo gets a big First Round win against Jarry! #Wimbledon https://t.co/6aPBgxvyu8
Shapovalov up 6-1, 7-5 on #20 Jarry. Interesting scenes on court 14.
Former #Wimbledon semifinalist Denis Shapovalov leads Nicolas Jarry... 6-1.
Wimbledon R1 Shapovalov vs. Jarry