Wawrinka through to next round after rain delay

Stan Wawrinka emerged victorious in his first-round match of the Italian Open against Ilya Ivashka after a long delay due to heavy rain.

Wawrinka dominated the majority of the game and won easily 6-2, 6-4 for a little more than an hour play. The 38-year old, who is the oldest player in the tournament, hit twice as many winners compared to Ivashka, including one on his first match point to seal the deal.

Oldest player in the draw at 38 up and running in Rome 🏃@stanwawrinka defeats Ivashka 6-2 6-4#IBI23 pic.twitter.com/eznfMWtjCz

— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) May 10, 2023

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