Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas – First Round – Preview & Prediction | 2022 Wimbledon Championships
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THE FACTS
When is Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas on and what time does it start? Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas will take place on Tuesday 28th June, 2022 – not before 16:55 (UK)
Where is Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas taking place? Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas will take place at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, England
What surface is Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas being played on? Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas will take place on an outdoor grass court
Where can I get tickets for Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
What channel is Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas on in the UK? Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas will be televised live on BBC platforms
Where can I stream Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas in the UK? Alexander Ritschard vs Stefanos Tsitsipas can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app
THE PREDICTION
World number six Stefanos Tsitsipas overcame something of a bogey surface this week with a title-winning campaign at the Mallorca Open, his first on grass. The Greek successfully defended his Monte-Carlo Open title back in April to claim a second Masters title but he has looked a shadow of his former self for much of the last 12 months since losing to Novak Djokovic from two sets up in his first Grand Slam final at last season’s Roland-Garros. The 23-year-old has lost in the first round at Wimbledon in each of his last two appearances, to Thomas Fabbiano in 2019 and Frances Tiafoe last season, but a confidence boosting run in Mallorca potentially brings him into the fold as a title contender.
Either way, an opening match against Swiss qualifier Alexander Ritschard looks a winnable fixture indeed. The 28-year-old has fought well this week to earn a Grand Slam debut and this will be the first tour-level match of his career, with a new career-high ATP world ranking of 188th incoming. Tsitsipas has four wins under his belt and he will be eager to come through this opener spotlessly for a statement of intent. Back the Greek to win in three.
