Another Late-Night Finish
Fritz’s 3–6, 6–3, 7–6 (0), 4–6, 6–3 win on Wednesday night marked his second five-set triumph in as many matches and continued a stretch of late-night tennis that has tested both his endurance and nerves.
Unlike his previous outing against France’s Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, which was paused late Monday evening and resumed on Tuesday due to Wimbledon’s 11 p.m. curfew, Fritz was able to complete this match in one sitting—albeit finishing not long before curfew again.
Bloodied but Unshaken
The match wasn’t without its physical toll. Fritz sustained a cut on his elbow after diving for a ball in the fourth set while trying to convert a break point. Although he managed to return the shot, Diallo won the point and ultimately held serve.
“I really don’t think there’s much I did wrong at all in that fourth set,” Fritz reflected after the match. “That’s an incredibly hard match.”
Despite the setback, the American regained his composure in the decider, sealing the win and punching his ticket to the next round.
A Much-Needed Break
After three consecutive days of high-stakes tennis, Fritz is more than ready for some rest.
“Tomorrow is going to be a very light hit,” he said. “I think I’ve played plenty of tennis. I’m very due a nice, relaxing day.”
Looking Ahead
With two marathon matches behind him and momentum building, Fritz now turns his attention to the second week of Wimbledon—fresher legs and lighter training in hand.
For a player showing both resilience and resolve on the grass, the path ahead remains demanding, but Fritz has proven he’s more than up to the challenge.