Jordan Thompson was the lone Aussie winner on Day 1 at Wimbledon, fighting back from two sets down to beat Czech Vit Kopriva, while seven others lost.

Carlos Alcaraz survived a five-set thriller against 38-year-old Fabio Fognini.

Queenslander Gehamat Shibasaki is set for his Origin debut, after starting the year on a train-and-trial deal with the Broncos.

Collingwood’s Jordan De Goey remains sidelined after a concussion at training, while Brayden Maynard returns for Friday’s clash with Carlton.

7NEWS Sport Headlines with Nick Markham for July 01, 2025.

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