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Dimitrov beats Mensik to extend emotional Wimbledon return

Dimitrov beats Mensik to extend emotional Wimbledon return
BBC Sport Thursday 02 July 2026, 21:47 UTC 1 min read
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Grigor Dimitrov extends his emotional return to Wimbledon after his tearful exit 12 months ago by defeating 15th seed Jakub Mensik to reach the third round.

Grigor Dimitrov extends his emotional return to Wimbledon after his tearful exit 12 months ago by defeating 15th seed Jakub Mensik to reach the third round.
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