Wimbledon 2023: Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Preview, Prediction and Live Stream

Andy Murray will face a tough challenge in the form of Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round of Wimbledon 2023.

Wimbledon 2023: Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Preview, Prediction and Live Stream

Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas (Credits: SKY sports)

Former no. 1 and Wimbledon champion Andy Murray will face world no. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round at Wimbledon. The match is to take place on centre court on July 6th 2023.

Both players will strive to make a deep run this tournament; Andy Murray to improve his current ranking of no. 39, and Stefanos Tsitsipas to improve his grass record. The Greek’s best showing at Wimbledon was a 4th round appearance way back in 2018.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Match Details

  • Tournament: 2023 Wimbledon
  • Match: Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
  • Date: 6th July 2023
  • Time: 9:15 pm IST (tentatively)
  • Court: Centre Court
  • Round: 2nd Round
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Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Preview

Andy Murray
Andy Murray (Credits: The New York Times)

Murray is coming off a dominant display against countryman Ryan Peniston in round 1, winning their match with the scoreline 6 – 3, 6 – 0, 6 – 1. He has had an encouraging record on grass this season, with 2 back – to – back titles at the Challenger level at Surbiton and Nottingham. The Briton however, failed to make a mark at the ATP 500 at Queen’s. This proved to be a crucial error as it denied him being seeded at this year’s Wimbledon.

Tsitsipas on the other hand, faced a stricter challenge in round 1 in the form of Dominic Thiem. In a match affected by rain delays, Tsitsipas prevailed against the Austrian in 5 tough sets. Tsitsipas’ grass court record this year has been largely underwhelming. He has bowed out in the first or second round in all 3 grass tournaments he competed in prior to Wimbledon, including failing to defend his Mallorca Open title.

The pair have split their 2 previous encounters. Tsitsipas won in the first round of the US Open 2021 against Murray in 5 tough sets. Murray then beat Tsitsipas on grass at the Stuttgart Open 2022.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Prediction

Stefanos Tsitsipas
Stefanos Tsitsipas (Credits: Tennishead)

While Murray’s exceptional record at Wimbledon cannot be denied, it has to be noted that his movement has taken a huge toll since his hip injury. Tsitsipas, an able baseliner himself, will want to make the Briton move on the court as much as he can, bringing in a mix of shots. Despite the disadvantage, Murray is largely more experienced on grass than the Greek and can notch up a win. His dominant display against Peniston in round 1 suggests a return of form for the legendary Briton.

Match prediction: Murray wins in 5 close sets.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Live stream details for the 2023 Wimbledon

  • France: beIN sports France
  • Belgium: Eurosport
  • Switzerland: SRG/SSR TV (RTS, RSI, SRF)
  • USA: ESPN & Tennis Channel
  • Latin America: ESPN Latin America
  • Canada: TSN & RDS (French)
  • Brazil: ESPN Brazil & TV Globo
  • North Africa and Middle East: beIN SPORTS Mena
  • Asia (except India, Japan, and China): Eclat
  • China:  iQIYI, SMG (Shanghai) & CCTV5 (Mandarin)
  • Japan: WOWOW & NHK
  • India: Star Sports 2, Star Sports Select 1 & Star Sports Select HD
  • Australia: Nine Network
  • Africa: Canal Plus International
  • New Zealand: Sky NZ

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