Cocciaretto Stuns Pegula: Highlights from Wimbledon Day 2
Italy's Elisabetta Cocciaretto achieved a milestone victory by defeating American third seed Jessica Pegula in the second day of the Wimbledon tennis championships, with matches played under exceptionally hot weather. Other notable performances included Djokovic's ongoing quest for his 20th Wimbledon title and Gauff's Channel Slam ambitions.
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Elisabetta Cocciaretto of Italy delivered a stunning upset at Wimbledon, triumphing over American third seed Jessica Pegula with a 6-2 6-3 win. This victory marked the biggest win of Cocciaretto's career and energized the Wimbledon crowds on a day characterized by intense matches and soaring temperatures.
The games on Tuesday unfolded under clear skies, with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, mirroring the record-breaking heat of the tournament's first day. Despite the harsh conditions, players like Novak Djokovic progressed, continuing his pursuit of milestone victories.
Coco Gauff also captured attention as she set her sights on the Channel Slam, a decade after Serena Williams achieved a similar feat. Other matches saw players navigating both the heat and competitive pressure, with notable exits and progressions on the hallowed lawns of Wimbledon.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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