Simona Halep wins a fantastic opener in Wimbledon.

The world no.2 had to face Marina Erakovic from New Zealand that despite her rank (world no.129) is a rather good player on grass. Simona had to win a tight opening set after she broke Erakovic in the 5th game (3-2). Then, things got much easier in the second set before Halep won the encounter 6-4 6-1 in just 75 minutes.

Yes, that shot from @Simona_Halep was “too good” 👏👏👏 @LosHalepenos #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/6lOrLJgqyX

— OnlyForWimbledon (@wimbledononly) July 3, 2017

I had some trouble with her slice. HALEP

Soon after the match, Simona said she was pleased with this start even if she had some problems, especially in the first set. The Romanian commented

“I knew she had a strong forehand. I didn’t know actually that she’s hitting so well the slice, so I had a little bit trouble in the first set. But then I got used to the rhythm. In the second set, it was much better.

The court is a bit different than the practice courts – was tough to adjust.”

This #Halep shot! What a masterpiece! @Simona_Halep at #Wimbledon @LosHalepenos 🙄🙄🙄 pic.twitter.com/QccbU3ghly

— OnlyForWimbledon (@wimbledononly) July 3, 2017

Next vs. Maia

Simona will play the world no. 97 Beatriz Haddad Maia in the second round after the Brazilian defeated Laura Robson 6-4 6-2 in the opener. They have never played each other so far.