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Wimbledon Showdown: Nakashima vs. Opelka's 140mph Serve

7/4/2025

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Brandon Nakashima is set to battle Reilly Opelka at Wimbledon, where Opelka's thunderous 140mph serve poses a significant threat. Nakashima, who made it to the fourth round in 2022, recalls the drama of Nick Kyrgios donning red Air Jordans, challenging Wimbledon's traditional all-white dress code and sparking a conversation about a bold shift to all-black attire.

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Brandon Nakashima is set to battle Reilly Opelka at Wimbledon, where Opelka's thunderous 140mph serve poses a significant threat. Nakashima, who made it to the fourth round in 2022, recalls the drama of Nick Kyrgios donning red Air Jordans, challenging Wimbledon's traditional all-white dress code and sparking a conversation about a bold shift to all-black attire.