Wimbledon Tennis Day 4 2026: Men’s and Women’s Singles Second Rounds Highlight Key Matches on Court G

On July 2, 2026, the Wimbledon Tennis Championships featured pivotal men’s and women’s singles second-round matches on Court G, with top-seeded players advancing and several upsets shaping the early stages of the tournament. According to the official Wimbledon website, the day’s action included high-stakes encounters that set the tone for the second week of play.

What Happened: Top Seeds Advance Amid Upsets

The men’s singles second round on Court G saw No. 1 seed Novak Djokovic secure a straight-sets victory over Dutch qualifier Botic van de Zandschulp, 6-3, 6-4. Djokovic, seeking his eighth Wimbledon title, showcased his trademark consistency, winning 85% of points on his first serve. Meanwhile, women’s No. 2 seed Iga Świątek overcame a spirited challenge from French player Caroline Garcia, prevailing 6-2, 7-5 in a match that lasted one hour and 38 minutes.

Notable upsets included Japan’s Naomi Osaka, the No. 7 seed, falling to Germany’s Anna-Lena Friedsam in three sets (6-4, 3-6, 6-3). Friedsam, ranked No. 46 in the world, capitalized on Osaka’s uncharacteristic unforced errors, particularly in the third set. “I was focused on executing my game plan,” Friedsam said after the match, as reported by WTA Tour.

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