Caroline Wozniacki defeated Leylah Fernandez 6–3, 2–6, 7–5 in the first round of Wimbledon on grass on 4 July 2024, delivering an upset against the pre-match favourite. Fernandez entered as the odds-on favourite at 1.68, with Wozniacki priced at 2.33, yet the Danish former world number one produced a composed performance to secure victory in three sets. After claiming the opening set convincingly, Wozniacki faltered in the second, allowing Fernandez to level the match. The decider proved decisive, with Wozniacki edging a tight final set to advance. The result underscores Wozniacki's continued competitive pedigree on grass and marks a significant scalp early in the tournament.