"It's a big move for Greece" - Tsitsipas after becoming first Greek men's player to win at Olympic Games since 1924

Stefanos Tsitsipas may be one of the favourites for the title at the Tokyo Olympic Games but he produced a slice of history in his opening win over Philipp Kohlschreiber 6-3, 3-6, 6-3.

Tsitsipas became the first men's singles player through a match in the tournament since 1924 joining his compatriot, Maria Sakkari in the women's draw with both blazing a trail for Greece which he is proud of.

“Stats are important,” said Tsitsipas. “It’s a good thing to know that this happened. I’m a person that’s optimistic and I’m a person that wants more. It is an honour. It’s a big move for Greece. It’s a big move for this sport in Greece as well and there’s joy in doing that.”

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Next up is Frances Tiafoe who was on top form in easing past Kwon Soon-woo 6-3, 6-2 and after defeating Tsitsipas at Wimbledon, the Greek admits he will need to be on his game.

“I’ve learned my lessons,” he added. “I try and move on better this time. He’s an opponent around my age group and we’re kind of building a rivalry. I’m going to have to raise my level this time.”