In keeping with tradition, the defending men's Wimbledon champion will get us underway on Centre Court this afternoon, with Carlos Alcaraz taking on the fiery Italian, Fabio Fognini. Alcaraz's athleticism and energy ensures fans almost always get their money's worth, and there will be extra attention on the Spaniard this year as he hunts down a third consecutive triumph.

He won't be given a free ride against a player of Fognini's calibre. At 38 years old, the former world No. 9's best years may be behind him, but having made his SW19 debut nearly 20 years ago, he knows his way around these grounds better than most. Follow the showdown as it unfolds with Express Sport's game-by-game updates below...