“Biggest upset in twenty years omg” – Sebastian Korda becomes the laughing stock of fans after his first-round exit having earlier called himself a favorite for Wimbledon
Tennis fans shocked after Sebastian Korda gets knocked out in the first round of grass court Major.

Sebastian Korda (Credits: Tennis World USA)
In an unexpected turn of events, Jiri Vesely emerged victorious in the first-round clash against Sebastian Korda, despite Korda’s claim of being a favorite to win the tournament. Vesely secured the win in a four-set encounter, with the final scoreline reading 7-6, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3.
After confidently proclaiming himself as a favorite to win Wimbledon 2023 in an earlier interview, Sebastian Korda’s claim was short-lived as he faced disappointment in the first round. Despite showing promise with a solid performance in the first and second sets, Korda struggled to put up a fight in the subsequent stages of the match.
Sebastian Korda’s comments about being a favorite to win Wimbledon 2023 were retracted following his early exit. Unfortunately, his underwhelming performance in the first-round clash only served to remind fans of those remarks, leading to criticism and mockery.
Fans react to first-round upset for Sebastian Korda

Tennis fans were taken by surprise by the unexpected outcome of Sebastian Korda’s first match, especially considering his self-assessment as a tournament favorite. As a result of his early exit, a wide spectrum of reactions emerged among the fans.
Sebastian Korda, while showing promise, has yet to meet the expectations set by fans and pundits. As a young player, he still has a long journey ahead of him in his tennis career. The early stages of a player’s development can be filled with ups and downs, and Korda will need time and experience to further refine his skills and reach his full potential.
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