Centre Court

Matteo Berrettini’s return to Centre Court came with visible relief and a message that he is enjoying a meaningful second wind at Wimbledon. After beating Arthur in a high-level match, he said the result would give him “so much confidence” after a difficult opening round. Berrettini said the first round was “tough for so many reasons,” but the latest win felt “pretty special” because it came on Centre Court, where he has not played for a while. He also thanked the crowd for support that he said had been “unbelievable.” What Berrettini said after the match Speaking after reaching the third round, Berrettini said he had to raise his level to beat an opponent who was “playing really well, especially from the baseline.” He added that he found the right energy in the fourth set and began serving aggressively again, which helped secure the victory. Match Detail Berrettini’s View First round “Tough for so many reasons” Centre Court return “Pretty special” after a long absence Key turning point Found the right energy in the fourth set Overall feeling Happy, smiling, and “a little tired” A confidence boost after difficult moments Berrettini said it had been a while since he had played so many matches in a Slam, and the run should strengthen his belief going forward. He also reflected on earlier Wimbledon struggles four years ago, saying, “I can’t complain,” as he described being back and happy to play in front of the Centre Court crowd. The comments underlined how much this win meant beyond the scoreline. For Berrettini, the combination of a demanding match, a familiar stage and a supportive crowd made the third-round place feel like a fresh start. Read more at: www.nytimes.com

Berrettini’s Centre Court Relief, His Wimbledon Run Feels Alive Again