Andrey Rublev Advances to Second Round of Wimbledon 2025

London, England – Andrey Rublev reached the second round of Wimbledon 2025 after defeating Laslo Djere in a closely contested match. The match concluded on July 1, 2025, at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, where Rublev won with a score of 6-0, 7-6, 6-7, 7-6.

Rublev got off to a strong start, dominating the first set. However, he faced challenges as the match progressed, particularly in the second and fourth sets, where he had to fight to secure his victory. Despite his success, Rublev struggled with break points, converting only three of 15 opportunities.

In the other match of the second round, South African Lloyd Harris also advanced after a four-set match against Belgian number one Zizou Bergs. Harris won with scores of 7-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-2, showcasing his powerful serving with 23 aces.

Rublev holds an undefeated record against Harris, leading their head-to-head 3-0, including a match on grass that Rublev won last year. They recently played at the French Open, where Rublev emerged victorious in four sets.

Rublev’s performance in the first round positions him as a strong contender as he looks for another win against Harris. The match is set to take place on Wednesday, July 2, at 9:25 AM ET.

Betting odds favor Rublev, with a 71% chance of winning as estimated by advanced simulations. The coverage of the match will be available on ESPN and other digital platforms.