The Wimbledon women’s doubles tournament witnessed a major upset as Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated the top-seeded pairing of Hsieh Su-Wei and Elise Mertens. This victory ended Hsieh’s impressive winning streak at the tournament and propelled Siniakova and Townsend into the final. Hsieh Su-Wei, a four-time Wimbledon doubles champion, was the favorite going into
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The tennis world was left in awe as Jasmine Paolini defied the odds and made her mark in the history books with her incredible performance in the Wimbledon women’s semifinals. Paolini, who had never won a match at the All England Club until last week, fought tooth and nail against Donna Vekic in a thrilling
Lorenzo Musetti’s victory over Taylor Fritz at Wimbledon marked a significant milestone in his career, as he advanced to his first Grand Slam semifinal. This achievement is even more significant considering that the 25th-seeded Musetti had never advanced past the third round at the All England Club prior to this. His hard-fought 3-6, 7-6 (5),
The recent incident at Wimbledon involving Morgan Riddle, girlfriend of player Taylor Fritz, has sparked a debate on the influence of social media on player behavior. Riddle’s Instagram posts during Fritz’s match against Alexander Zverev were interpreted by many as a dig at Zverev’s personal life. This incident sheds light on the fine line between
Emma Raducanu recently made headlines when she decided to withdraw from the mixed doubles at Wimbledon, which unfortunately curtailed Andy Murray’s career at his home Grand Slam. The decision was announced last Wednesday, only to be followed by Raducanu pulling out on Saturday due to wrist soreness. Despite facing criticism for her choice, the 21-year-old
Coco Gauff found herself in a tough situation at Centre Court during her match against Emma Navarro. With her coaches in the guest box, including Brad Gilbert, Gauff struggled to find a solution to turn the match around. Despite her status as the reigning US Open champion and the No. 2 seed at Wimbledon, Gauff
Alexander Zverev’s journey at Wimbledon was filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Despite facing a knee injury and nerves from seeing his idol in the Royal Box, Zverev managed to secure a spot in the fourth round. His match against Cameron Norrie was not without its challenges, as he battled through a marathon tiebreaker to
Andy Murray’s final moments on the court at Wimbledon were filled with emotion as he embraced his brother Jamie after their last-ever men’s doubles match. The crowd erupted in applause, deeply moved by the bond between the two brothers and the significance of the occasion. This poignant moment marked the end of an era for
Harriet Dart secured a hard-fought victory over compatriot Katie Boulter in a Wimbledon second-round clash, showcasing Britain’s best female talent in a dramatic showdown on Thursday. Dart’s spectacular 4-6, 6-1, 7-6(8) win was a testament to her resilience and determination, overcoming her higher-ranked opponent in a thrilling three-set battle. A Glimpse into the Match The
Emma Raducanu expressed her excitement at the prospect of playing mixed doubles with fellow British tennis legend Andy Murray at Wimbledon. The 21-year-old tennis star described it as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to share the court with Murray, highlighting the significance of the partnership between the two iconic players. Raducanu’s enthusiasm was evident as she eagerly
Marketa Vondrousova’s journey from an underdog champion to a defeated incumbent at Wimbledon showcases the unpredictable nature of the sport of tennis. Just a year ago, she had defied the odds and claimed the prestigious title, but her recent loss to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro has left the tennis world in awe. The stark contrast between
Andy Murray, 37, has made the tough decision to withdraw from his first-round singles match at Wimbledon against Tomas Machac. He confirmed that this will be his last singles match at the prestigious championships. Despite still being in the doubles draw with his brother Jamie, Murray has not fully recovered from a spinal cyst procedure