Wimbledon star wins first Grand Slam match just hours after flying back for funeral of granddad who ‘didn’t miss a game’

A WIMBLEDON star has had an emotional week, winning his first Grand Slam match just hours after flying back for his grandfather’s funeral.

Otto Virtanen came through three rounds of qualifying to book his place in his maiden Wimbledon main draw.

BBCOtto Virtanen secured his maiden Grand Slam victory on Monday[/caption] Instagram @ottovirtanen_He attended his grandfather’s funeral over the weekend[/caption]

Following round-one exits at the US Open and Roland Garros in the last year, he was drawn against Max Purcell.