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Cerúndolo still can't get his head up and explodes in Cincinnati: "I hate this tour with my life, I want to go to Buenos Aires." Photo: Getty Images

Cerúndolo continues to struggle and erupts in Cincinnati: "I hate this tour with my life, I want to go to Buenos Aires"

The Argentine, after losing in his debut in Cincinnati, has accumulated four defeats in the five matches following his success at Queen's.

The incomprehensible curse: Fran Cerúndolo is now part of the club. Source: Getty.

The incomprehensible curse: Fran Cerúndolo is now part of the club

Yesterday, Fran Cerúndolo became the fifth player in history who, after winning the title at Queen's, was defeated in the first round of Wimbledon weeks later. In the 21st century, it had only happened once.

Here are the biggest disappointments of Wimbledon who did not make it past the first round. Source: Getty

What a disappointment!

We review the eight most surprising defeats that the first round of Wimbledon 2026 leaves us. Eight players who promised much more than they delivered.

The resurgence of South American tennis on the ATP circuit. Source: Getty Images.

The resurgence of South American tennis on the ATP circuit

Each time more names are lurking in the top 10, a clear indication that despite having fewer resources, they are excelling on the ATP circuit.
Cerundolo comes back against Paul and makes history at Queen's. Source: Getty Images.

Cerúndolo comes back against Paul and makes history at Queen's

The Argentine tennis player delivered an impressive performance to become the first player in the history of his country to win this prestigious tournament.

Fran Cerundolo, success on grass. Photo: Getty Images

Clay Court and Grass, Becoming Less Incompatible?

There are many examples of players who have succeeded on both surfaces, and more cases are emerging. Why can some achieve this?