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From Princess Catherine to Margot Robbie, see the famous faces who flocked to Wimbledon

Tennis - Mon, 07/15/2024 - 15:36
Wimbledon is known for being one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world — and for pulling a star-studded crowd. Here's who was spotted sitting courtside.

Slumped, broken and beaten: The age of Djokovic is ending

Tennis - Mon, 07/15/2024 - 14:27
Novak Djokovic has the history he has long craved, but in the months since he won a record 24th grand slam singles title, the sport and Carlos Alcaraz have passed him by.

Carlos Alcaraz becomes sixth member of exclusive grand slam club with dominant Wimbledon victory

Tennis - Sun, 07/14/2024 - 22:02
Carlos Alcaraz remains perfect in grand slam finals, beating Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the Wimbledon final for his fourth major title at just 21 years of age.

'It just sucks': Aussie duo lose Wimbledon doubles final after coughing up three championship points

Tennis - Sun, 07/14/2024 - 09:01
Three times, Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson were only a point away from winning the men's doubles crown, but Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten prevailed in a dramatic final.

'I never really dreamed that I would win the same trophy that Jana did': Barbora Krejčíková claims emotional Wimbledon victory

Tennis - Sat, 07/13/2024 - 22:14
Barbora Krejčíková hailed late Czechia legend Jana Novotná after beating Jasmine Paolini in a brilliant Wimbledon ladies singles final.

'We definitely need him': Djokovic hints at timeline for Kyrgios comeback

Tennis - Sat, 07/13/2024 - 11:21
As Nick Kyrgios enjoys a stint in the commentary box at Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic reveals the Australian is hitting the ball better than ever in practice and may soon make his return from injury.

Alcaraz and Djokovic storm into Wimbledon final rematch

Tennis - Sat, 07/13/2024 - 07:02
Twelve months on from their epic clash on Wimbledon's Centre Court, reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz and seven-time winner Novak Djokovic will meet again in the men's singles decider after their respective triumphs in the semifinals.

Five quick hits: Aussies advance to Wimbledon final as marathon women's semi takes players to breaking point

Tennis - Fri, 07/12/2024 - 07:27
Some under-the-radar Aussies are bound for the final while one of the great women's semifinals sets pulses racing on centre court. Here are the five quick hits from day 11 at Wimbledon. 

Five quick hits: Ash Barty returns to Wimbledon on sad day for Aussie tilt as Alex de Minaur's Olympic dreams look shot

Tennis - Thu, 07/11/2024 - 08:34
Alex de Minaur's withdrawal from Wimbledon leaves Australian fans shattered, but Ash Barty is convinced brighter days are ahead for her compatriot, even if he is forced to miss the Paris Olympics. Here are the five quick hits from day 10 at Wimbledon.

The painfully prophetic words that came back to haunt Alex de Minaur

Tennis - Thu, 07/11/2024 - 04:57
As Alex de Minaur sat and spoke about the dangers of sliding on grass, he had an inkling his Wimbledon campaign might have been ended by doing just that.

Alex de Minaur denied Wimbledon showdown with Novak Djokovic by 'freak injury'

Tennis - Wed, 07/10/2024 - 21:34
Australian hopeful Alex de Minaur has pulled out of Wimbledon with a hip injury, just hours before he was due to play Novak Djokovic in his first quarter-final at the All England Club.

Clijsters teases possibility Barty will be 'triggered by the challenge' of retirement backflip

Tennis - Wed, 07/10/2024 - 13:16
Kim Clijsters famously returned from an early retirement and motherhood to win a grand slam title. She believes there is no reason why Ash Barty cannot do the same.

Wimbledon five quick hits: Medvedev beats ill Sinner, Alcaraz finds 'solution' and Vekić gets just reward

Tennis - Wed, 07/10/2024 - 10:04
Daniil Medvedev gets past an unwell world number one Jannik Sinner to set up a semifinal meeting with Carlos Alcaraz, while Donna Vekić moves through to the last four before revealing why she came close to quitting tennis. Here are the five quick hits from day nine at Wimbledon.

'Honorary Brit' Alex de Minaur set for ultimate challenge against Wimbledon heel Novak Djokovic

Tennis - Wed, 07/10/2024 - 05:59
Alex de Minaur has become "a different player" in the 18 months since he got rolled by Novak Djokovic in their last grand slam encounter. Their Wimbledon contest will be the ultimate chance for Australia's number one to take down a living legend.

Five quick hits: Djokovic hits out at Wimbledon fans' 'disrespect' ahead of showdown with Aussie de Minaur

Tennis - Tue, 07/09/2024 - 08:42
Australia's Alex de Minaur is in injury strife as Novak Djokovic awaits, Elina Svitolina fights back tears on a sad day for Ukraine, and Taylor Fritz breaks the unbreakable serve on his way to the quarterfinals. Here are five quick hits from Wimbledon day eight.  

Five quick hits — Sinner and Alcaraz produce ridiculous points of the day, Kiwi qualifier makes last eight, injury heartbreak for Madison Keys

Tennis - Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:10
Terrific tweeners and miracle recoveries for Sinner and Alcaraz, a Kiwi qualifier reaches the last eight and injury heartbreak for American Madison Keys. Here are five quick hits from Wimbledon day seven.

Five quick hits — Djokovic powers past Popyrin, Świątek crashes out

Tennis - Sun, 07/07/2024 - 07:15
Australian Alexei Popyrin claimed the first set against Novak Djokovic, but soon after the 24-time grand slam champion regained his composure to win in four sets. Here's the five quick hits from Wimbledon.

Wimbledon five quick hits — Alcaraz digs deep, New Zealander achieves 65-year first

Tennis - Sat, 07/06/2024 - 07:37
It took five sets and a whole lot of belief for defending champion Carlos Alcaraz to beat Frances Tiafoe on Centre Court, while Emma Raducanu shows her form to set up a battle with the first New Zealand woman to reach the fourth-round in 65 years.

'Disappointed' O'Connell forced out of Olympics as young gun Gadecki prepares for Games debut

Tennis - Fri, 07/05/2024 - 12:51
Injuries force out Chris O'Connell on the eve of the Olympics, while Olivia Gadecki marks her incredible rise with a Games debut as Australia finalises its tennis squad for Paris.

Five quick hits — Aussies spoil the Murray party, Kokkinakis fearing the worst, Fritz gives opponent a send-off after win

Tennis - Fri, 07/05/2024 - 12:13
All the emotions come out at Wimbledon on day four, with Aussies spoiling the Murray party, Thanasi Kokkinakis fearing the worst after another injury, while American Taylor Fritz fires up at an opponent after his victory.
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