Jan Choinski reaches Wimbledon second round in straight sets
British No. 2 Jan Choinski advanced to the Wimbledon 2026 men's singles second round with a straight-sets victory over Vit Kopriva, winning 6-3, 7-5, 6-2 on Court 16. The 30-year-old fired 18 aces in under two hours, marking his second trip to round two at SW19 and capping a breakthrough week in the ATP top 100.
Key Takeaways
- Jan Choinski beat Czech world No. 64 Vit Kopriva 6-3, 7-5, 6-2 to reach the Wimbledon second round.
- The British No. 2 hit 18 aces and won 90% of first-serve points in the final match on Court 16.
- Choinski joined Katie Swan, Arthur Fery and Jacob Fearnley as British singles winners on the opening day.
- He broke into the ATP top 100 for the first time in the same week as his Eastbourne quarter-final run.
- Choinski faces either 17th seed Frances Tiafoe or Terence Atmane in the second round on Thursday.
How Did Jan Choinski Beat Vit Kopriva at Wimbledon?
Jan Choinski delivered a serving masterclass in the final match of the day on Court 16. The 6ft 5in Brit slammed down 18 aces and never dropped his serve against an injury-hampered Kopriva, who called for an early medical timeout after hip discomfort in the third game.
Choinski stayed focused through the long break and closed the first set strongly, dropping only two points across his last three service games. In the second set, he saved three break points at 6-5 before taking a two-set lead.
The world No. 100 raced to a 4-0 lead in the third set and finished with 31 winners, winning 90% (54 of 60) of points on his first serve. It was a comprehensive performance that took under two hours, according to the Lawn Tennis Association.
Why Does This Wimbledon Run Matter for British Tennis?
Choinski is now the highest-ranked British man left in the singles draw and is leading the home charge at the All England Club. He joins Katie Swan, Arthur Fery and Jacob Fearnley as the fourth British player to reach the second round on opening day.
It is his second Wimbledon second-round appearance after 2023, but the timing feels different. In the same week he broke into the ATP top 100 for the first time, following a run that included becoming the first British qualifier to reach the men's quarter-finals at the Lexus Eastbourne Open.
Though his best results have traditionally come on clay, Choinski has found form on grass in 2026. For readers tracking major sporting moments alongside market-moving news, see our Fintech & Crypto Alerts coverage.
Who Will Jan Choinski Face in Round Two?
Choinski's next opponent will be either 17th seed Frances Tiafoe, the recent Halle champion, or French world No. 52 Terence Atmane. Their first-round match was suspended due to poor light, with Tiafoe leading two sets to one when play stopped.
Choinski said he is looking forward to the matchup regardless of court assignment. British singles winners from day one are scheduled to return on Thursday for second-round action.
What Did Choinski Say After His Victory?
"I'm really happy to be able to play in this beautiful tournament," Choinski said. He credited coach Gunter Bresnik, his family, his girlfriend and LTA support staff for backing him through the week.
"I think I managed well, serving great, and felt good out there on court," he added. "The result speaks for itself." Choinski also noted strong crowd support on Court 16, though he battled late-day sun glare during one crucial game he managed to win.