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A year after Wimbledon heartache, Dimitrov sees off Berrettini for return to fourth round

From CNA · () English

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  • Grigor Dimitrov reached the Wimbledon fourth round for the first time in a year after overcoming a previous injury with a five-set victory over Matteo Berrettini.
  • Dimitrov, who retired with a pectoral tear last year, expressed his determination to overcome obstacles and enjoy his moments on court.
  • He will face Briton Arthur Fery in the next round, aiming to continue his successful run.

Grigor Dimitrov has returned to the Wimbledon fourth round, a year after a devastating injury halted his campaign. The 35-year-old wildcard secured his spot with a hard-fought 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 5-7, 6-3 victory over Matteo Berrettini on Saturday. This win allows Dimitrov to potentially rewrite the narrative of his previous exit, where he retired in tears after suffering a pectoral tear.

I think after last year, the way I exited, I would have never known what would have happened, but guess what? This year, I'm back here and I'm able to rewrite everything again.

— Grigor DimitrovSpeaking on court after his victory.

"I think after last year, the way I exited, I would have never known what would have happened, but guess what? This year, I'm back here and I'm able to rewrite everything again," Dimitrov said on court. He emphasized his focus on overcoming personal obstacles and staying present, rather than solely on winning or losing. "It's not about winning or losing. It's just for me to overcome every obstacle that I have in front of me, stay more in the present moment and enjoy moments like this."

I'm just trying to be completely honest here and vulnerable in front of you guys. I'm just trying. It's not about winning or losing. It's just for me to overcome every obstacle that I have in front of me, stay more in the present moment and enjoy moments like this.

— Grigor DimitrovReflecting on his mindset during the match.

Dimitrov initially cruised through the first two sets. However, Berrettini fought back, taking the next two sets. The match intensified after the roof was closed, adding to Dimitrov's frustration. Despite the setback, Dimitrov regained his composure in the deciding set. He secured a crucial break at 3-1 with a spectacular single-handed backhand, delighting the Centre Court crowd. He then held serve to clinch the victory.

I repeated that more than a thousand times throughout the match today. It's not very often that you come out here and play here and I really don't know how many more times I'll be able to do it so I might as well make the most out of it.

— Grigor DimitrovOn cherishing the opportunity to play at Wimbledon.

Looking ahead, Dimitrov is set to face Briton Arthur Fery in the last 16. "I'm just looking forward to coming back and competing again," Dimitrov added. "It's wonderful to be in the second week, and yeah, let's keep the good times rolling."

I'm just looking forward to coming back and competing again. It's wonderful to be in the second week, and yeah, let's keep the good times rolling.

— Grigor DimitrovLooking ahead to his next match.
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