In one of the biggest upsets of Wimbledon 2025, World No. 5 Daniil Medvedev crashed out in the first round, losing to France’s Benjamin Bonzi in a dramatic four-set encounter. Meanwhile, women’s second seed Aryna Sabalenka advanced comfortably, starting her grass court campaign with a dominant win.
Day 2 at the All England Club saw thrilling matches, upsets, and commanding performances as the Championships progressed into early rounds with unexpected storylines.
Wimbledon 2025 Day 2 Key Results
| Match | Winner | Loser | Scoreline | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniil Medvedev vs Benjamin Bonzi | Benjamin Bonzi | Daniil Medvedev | 7-6(4), 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 | R1 |
| Aryna Sabalenka vs Magdalena Frech | Aryna Sabalenka | Magdalena Frech | 6-2, 6-1 | R1 |
Medvedev Suffers Shock Exit Against Bonzi
World No. 5 Daniil Medvedev’s Wimbledon hopes ended prematurely after Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi defeated him in four sets. Medvedev, a former US Open champion and Wimbledon semifinalist, struggled to adapt to Bonzi’s aggressive serve-and-volley tactics and excellent court coverage.
Match Summary
| Statistic | Medvedev | Bonzi |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 10 | 14 |
| Double Faults | 5 | 3 |
| Winners | 38 | 46 |
| Unforced Errors | 31 | 19 |
| Break Points Won | 2/9 | 4/6 |
The match began with Bonzi edging out Medvedev in a tight first-set tiebreak. Medvedev came back strong to win the second set 6-3, but Bonzi dominated the next two sets with powerful returns, swift volleys, and tactical net approaches, eventually sealing the match in 2 hours and 58 minutes.
Medvedev’s Reaction Post Match
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Medvedev said:
“It’s a tough loss. Benjamin played a great match, and I couldn’t find solutions at key moments. Wimbledon has always been a tricky Slam for me, but I’ll work harder to come back stronger.”
Bonzi Elated After Biggest Career Win
For Bonzi, ranked World No. 77, this victory marked his biggest Grand Slam win.
“I can’t believe I beat Medvedev at Wimbledon. I just tried to be aggressive and keep points short. It’s a dream come true.”
Sabalenka Cruises Past Frech
In women’s singles, second seed Aryna Sabalenka began her campaign with an emphatic win, defeating Poland’s Magdalena Frech 6-2, 6-1 in just 68 minutes. Sabalenka, the 2024 Australian Open champion, looked in complete control, firing 29 winners and 7 aces, and breaking Frech’s serve five times.
Match Summary
| Statistic | Sabalenka | Frech |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 7 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 3 | 2 |
| Winners | 29 | 8 |
| Unforced Errors | 11 | 17 |
| Break Points Won | 5/8 | 0/1 |
Sabalenka’s Statement Post Match
Sabalenka sounded confident after her dominant performance:
“I love playing on grass. Today was a good start, and I want to keep this momentum to go deep at Wimbledon.”
Wimbledon 2025 Men’s Singles Day 2 Upsets
| Seeded Player | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Daniil Medvedev (5) | Benjamin Bonzi | Lost in R1 |
| Grigor Dimitrov (20) | Dominic Thiem | Lost in R1 |
| Frances Tiafoe (24) | Jordan Thompson | Lost in R1 |
Other Men’s Singles Highlights
- Novak Djokovic, top seed, advanced after defeating Britain’s Jack Draper 6-3, 7-5, 6-4.
- Carlos Alcaraz, third seed, began strongly against Roberto Carballes Baena, winning 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.
- Jannik Sinner, second seed, breezed past Soonwoo Kwon 6-1, 6-4, 6-2.
Wimbledon 2025 Women’s Singles Day 2 Results (Top Seeds)
| Player | Opponent | Scoreline | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aryna Sabalenka (2) | Magdalena Frech | 6-2, 6-1 | R1 |
| Ons Jabeur (6) | Alison Riske | 7-5, 6-4 | R1 |
| Maria Sakkari (8) | Sara Errani | 6-3, 6-2 | R1 |
Analysis: Medvedev’s Grass Court Struggles Continue
Daniil Medvedev’s early Wimbledon exit highlights his ongoing inconsistency on grass. Despite his powerful baseline game and flat strokes being effective on faster surfaces, his movement and net approach remain weaknesses exploited by aggressive serve-and-volley opponents like Bonzi.
Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash commented on BBC:
“Medvedev is a brilliant hard court player, but on grass he still hasn’t found his rhythm. Bonzi played smart tennis to keep him under pressure.”
What’s Next?
For Medvedev
The Russian will now shift focus to the North American hard court season, preparing for the Canadian Open and US Open, where he has historically performed better.
For Sabalenka
She will face Czech Republic’s Linda Noskova in Round 2. Sabalenka remains one of the favourites for the women’s title alongside Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff.
Key Takeaways
- Daniil Medvedev suffered a shock first-round exit at Wimbledon 2025 against France’s Benjamin Bonzi in four sets.
- Aryna Sabalenka advanced smoothly into the second round with a dominant straight-sets victory over Magdalena Frech.
- Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner progressed to Round 2 without dropping a set.
- Day 2 witnessed upsets in the men’s singles draw, shaking up the bottom half of the bracket.
- Wimbledon continues tomorrow with Iga Swiatek, Holger Rune, and Stefanos Tsitsipas opening their campaigns.
Disclaimer
This news article is for informational and editorial purposes only. All match statistics are sourced from official Wimbledon data and ATP/WTA releases. Readers are advised to check Wimbledon’s official website for final match timings and court allocations.
