London, July 1 -- Defending champion and World No. 1 Jannik Sinner produced a clinical display under pressure to overcome Portugal's Nuno Borges 7-6(4), 7-6(2), 6-4 and power into the third round of the Wimbledon Championships, reinforcing his status as the favourite to retain the men's singles title at the All England Club.
After surviving a gruelling five-set opener against Miomir Kecmanovic, Sinner looked sharper and more assured on Centre Court, even though Borges repeatedly threatened to push the contest into a fourth set. The Italian elevated his game at the decisive moments, particularly in both tie-breaks, to wrap up victory in straight sets.
Borges matched Sinner stride for stride through a tense opening set, refusing to concede ...