Wimbledon 2020 called off due to COVID-19 pandemic, first time since World War II
4 years, 9 months ago

Wimbledon 2020 called off due to COVID-19 pandemic, first time since World War II

India TV News  

Wimbledon was canceled on Wednesday because of the coronavirus pandemic, the first time since World War II that the oldest Grand Slam tennis tournament won’t be played. “It has weighed heavily on our minds that the staging of The Championships has only been interrupted previously by World Wars,” club chairman Ian Hewitt said in a press release, “but, following thorough and extensive consideration of all scenarios, we believe that it is a measure of this global crisis that it is ultimately the right decision to cancel this year’s Championships, and instead concentrate on how we can use the breadth of Wimbledon’s resources to help those in our local communities and beyond.” Wimbledon joins the growing list of sports events called off completely in 2020 because of the COVID-19 outbreak. The cancellation also takes away what might have been one of Roger Federer’s best chances to try to add to his 20 Grand Slam titles, including a record eight at Wimbledon, where he lost a fifth-set tiebreaker to Djokovic in the last final after holding a pair of championship points. The NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball are on hold indefinitely; the Kentucky Derby, Masters and Indianapolis 500 were pushed back several months until September; the European soccer championship — scheduled to end in London on the same day as the Wimbledon men’s final — was postponed from 2020 to 2021.

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Wimbledon 2024, July 10 Highlights: Djokovic gets walkover, Musetti beats Fritz in five-setter; Rybakina, Krejcikova set up semifinal clash
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 Highlights: Djokovic gets walkover, Musetti beats Fritz in five-setter; Rybakina, Krejcikova set up semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic progressed to the semifinals after getting a walkover from ninth-seeded Australian Alex De Minaur on the 10th day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Wednesday. In women’s singles quarterfinals, former champion and fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina beat 21st-seeded Ukrainian and last year’s semifinalist Elina Svitolina while …

Wimbledon 2024 Day 10 schedule: Novak Djokovic, Rybakina in quarter-final action
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024 Day 10 schedule: Novak Djokovic, Rybakina in quarter-final action

India Today  

The day 10 of the Wimbledon 2024 will witness the conclusion of the quarter-final stage of the tournament. The 7-time champion, Novak Djokovic will return to the centre court in his pursuit of record-extending 25th Grand Slam. Another three major winners, including Elena Rybakina, Jelena Ostapenko and Barbora Krejcikova will also arrive at the All England Club. SHOW COURTS ORDER …

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 schedule: Djokovic, Fritz and Ostapenko eye semifinal spots
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 schedule: Djokovic, Fritz and Ostapenko eye semifinal spots

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic takes on ninth-seeded Australian Alex De Minaur in the men’s singles quarterfinals on the 10th day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Wednesday. In women’s singles, former champion and fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina faces 21st-seeded Ukrainian and last year’s semifinalist Elina Svitolina while 13th-seeded Latvian Jelena …

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic setup a quarter-final with Alex de Minaur following a straightforward win against Holger Rune. AP Novak Djokovic demolished Holger Rune on Monday to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, staying on track for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam as Taylor Fritz stunned fourth seed Alexander Zverev. Fritz comeback FIVE STAR FRITZ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Taylor Fritz comes from two sets down to …

When tennis and soccer collide: Wimbledon players and crowd keep one eye on Euro 2024
6 months ago

When tennis and soccer collide: Wimbledon players and crowd keep one eye on Euro 2024

Associated Press  

LONDON — Carlos Alcaraz is slightly worried about a possible scheduling conflict for his Wimbledon quarterfinal on Tuesday. “Hopefully I will be able to see a little bit from the match.” It’s an issue that pops up every time Wimbledon coincides with a major soccer tournament such as the World Cup or the Euros. His third-round match was played while …

Wimbledon 2024: Zverev swats aside Giron to reach third round
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Zverev swats aside Giron to reach third round

The Hindu  

Fourth seed Alexander Zverev stepped up his bid for an elusive Grand Slam title by thumping American Marcos Giron 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 on Thursday to reach the Wimbledon third round, where he will face Briton Cameron Norrie. The 2020 U.S. Open runner-up, who lost again in a major final at the French Open last month, underlined his credentials for grasscourt …

Wimbledon 2024, Matches Today: Murray in men’s doubles action; Djokovic, Swiatek play in second round
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024, Matches Today: Murray in men’s doubles action; Djokovic, Swiatek play in second round

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic takes on local wildcard Jacob Fearnley in second round of men’s singles on the fourth day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Thursday. Here’s the full list of fixtures for day four of Wimbledon 2024: Centre Court Men’s Singles, 2nd Round - Jacob Fearnley vs …

Wimbledon day two: Murray, Djokovic and Vondrousova in the spotlight
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon day two: Murray, Djokovic and Vondrousova in the spotlight

The Independent  

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Wimbledon’s qualifying rounds are the tournament before the tournament
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon’s qualifying rounds are the tournament before the tournament

Associated Press  

ROEHAMPTON, England — About 3 miles from the All England Club — a 15-to-20-minute drive during moderate mid-morning traffic, along tree-lined roads — sits the Roehampton Community Sports Centre, site of this week’s qualifying rounds that let lower-ranked players earn their way into the Wimbledon brackets. Banks received a wild-card invitation for qualifying from the All England Club and made …

How well do you know Wimbledon? Try the AP’s quiz about the grass-court Grand Slam tournament
6 months, 2 weeks ago

How well do you know Wimbledon? Try the AP’s quiz about the grass-court Grand Slam tournament

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — How well do you know Wimbledon, the Grand Slam tennis tournament that begins Monday on the grass courts of the All England Club? Give this AP quiz a try: 1st Round: Williams sisters Neither Serena Williams, who played the last match of her career in 2022, nor Venus Williams, who has participated in just seven matches over …

Wimbledon finals 2023: Who is through?
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon finals 2023: Who is through?

The Independent  

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When is the Wimbledon women’s final?
1 year, 5 months ago

When is the Wimbledon women’s final?

The Independent  

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Wimbledon final: Revenge on ‘Avenger-era’ Jabeur’s mind, Vondrousova banking on history
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon final: Revenge on ‘Avenger-era’ Jabeur’s mind, Vondrousova banking on history

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur is in her Avenger era, and it seems she won’t be stopping anytime soon with her next target in sight – Marketa Vondrousova. LIVE UPDATES “I’m going to prepare and take my revenge from two years ago,” Jabeur had said ahead of the semifinal clash against Sabalenka, to whom she lost in the 2021 Wimbledon quarterfinal. During the …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 13 Order of Play: Jabeur vs Vondrousova in women’s final, Koohlof-Skupski pair eyes men’s doubles title
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 13 Order of Play: Jabeur vs Vondrousova in women’s final, Koohlof-Skupski pair eyes men’s doubles title

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur will be up against Marketa Vondrousova in the women’s final of The Championships at Wimbledon on Saturday. 2 Aryna Sabalenka in their semifinal on Thursday after Vondrousova defeated Ukrainian wildcard Elina Svitolina to become the first unseeded woman to reach the final at SW19. The day 13 schedule also features the men’s doubles final in which the top-seeded …

Timeline of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine controversy at Wimbledon 2023
1 year, 5 months ago

Timeline of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine controversy at Wimbledon 2023

The Independent  

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Wimbledon 2023: A tournament of surprises shows the depth of the game
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: A tournament of surprises shows the depth of the game

Live Mint  

London: In the months after the pandemic ended, the American Christopher Eubanks contemplated a change in career. Roman Safiullin’s path to the quarters was much less dramatic but he beat Denis Shapopolov, the Canadian known for a game that is recklessly spectacular. Among the many remarkable numbers generated at tennis tournaments these days, alongside Eubank’s winner tally and a staggering …

Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic beats Rublev, equals Federer’s record of most Grand Slam men’s semifinals
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic beats Rublev, equals Federer’s record of most Grand Slam men’s semifinals

The Hindu  

Favourite Novak Djokovic trailed for the first time at this year’s Wimbledon but responded in brutal fashion to beat Andrey Rublev 4-6, 6-1, 6-4, 6-3 to reach the semifinals on Tuesday for the 12th time. Inspired seventh seed Rublev snatched the opening set but it was akin to poking a sleeping grizzly bear as Djokovic exacted painful punishment to stay …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 10 Order of Play: Alcaraz vs Rune, Jabeur vs Rybakina in quarterfinal match-ups
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 10 Order of Play: Alcaraz vs Rune, Jabeur vs Rybakina in quarterfinal match-ups

The Hindu  

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz will be back in action at the Wimbledon Championships when he takes on Denmark’s Holger Rune in the quarterfinals on Center Court on Wednesday. In the women’s quarterfinals, defending champion Elena Rybakina will face off against Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur for a place in the semifinals. On Court 1, Daniil Medvedev will go up against USA’s Christopher …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 9 Order of Play: Djokovic, Swiatek headline quarterfinal clashes
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 9 Order of Play: Djokovic, Swiatek headline quarterfinal clashes

The Hindu  

Four-time men’s defending champion Novak Djokovic and top women’s seed Iga Swiatek will be in quarterfinal action on Centre Court on the ninth day of The Championships in London. In India, viewers will be able to watch the live telecast of Wimbledon on Star Sports 2 and Star Sports Select and stream the matches live on Disney+Hotstar. In the other …

Wimbledon organisers ‘very disappointed’ about protest disruption in first week
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon organisers ‘very disappointed’ about protest disruption in first week

The Independent  

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A recap of 2023 Wimbledon so far — and forecast of what could happen next
1 year, 6 months ago

A recap of 2023 Wimbledon so far — and forecast of what could happen next

NPR  

A recap of 2023 Wimbledon so far — and forecast of what could happen next NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Courtney Nguyen, senior writer for WTA Insider, about the home stretch of Wimbledon, the world's oldest and arguably most prestigious tennis tournament. MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: We are headed into the homestretch of Wimbledon, the world's oldest and arguably …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 8 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina in action during fourth-round clashes
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 8 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina in action during fourth-round clashes

The Hindu  

Number one men’s seed Carlos Alcaraz and defending women’s singles champion Elena Rybakina will be in the fourth-round action on Centre Court on the eighth day of The Championships in London on Monday. Ons Jabeur and Daniil Medvedev will also be seen in action during the day’s play with Aryna Sabalenka and Petra Kvitova also in the star-studded matchday lineup. …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 7 Order of Play: Djokovic, Swiatek headline fourth-round matches
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 7 Order of Play: Djokovic, Swiatek headline fourth-round matches

The Hindu  

Four-time men’s defending champion Novak Djokovic and top women’s seed Iga Swiatek will be in fourth-round action on Centre Court on the seventh day of The Championships in London. While Djokovic will be up against Hubert Hurkacz of Poland, Swiatek will take on Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic. Here’s the full list of fixtures for day seven of Wimbledon 2023: Centre Court …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 6 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina and Jabeur in third-round action
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 6 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina and Jabeur in third-round action

The Hindu  

Defending champion Elena Rybakina will take on local favourite Katie Boulter in third round on Centre Court on the sixth day of the 2023 Wimbledon in London on Saturday. Last year’s runner-up Ons Jabeur will face Bianca Andreescu while top men’s seed Carlos Alcaraz will be up against Nicolas Jarry of Chile in the third round. Here’s the full list …

Wimbledon 2023: Grass courts 'grippy' despite slips, says tournament director
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Grass courts 'grippy' despite slips, says tournament director

Firstpost  

Jamie Baker said players had not expressed concerns over the state of the grass at the Grand Slam, which has been disrupted by rain. Wimbledon tournament director Jamie Baker said Friday the grass courts were “good and grippy” despite several high-profile tumbles in the first week of the Grand Slam. “Andy obviously slipped last night at the end but those …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 5 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Swiatek and Djokovic in action on Centre Court
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 5 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Swiatek and Djokovic in action on Centre Court

The Hindu  

Four-time defending men’s champion Novak Djokovic faces Stan Wawrinka in third round on Centre Court on the fifth day of the 2023 Wimbledon in London on Friday. Top men’s seed Carlos Alcaraz will be up against Frenchman Alexandre Muller in the second round while top women’s seed Iga Swiatek will take on Croatia’s Petra Martic for a place in the …

Wimbledon 2023: Murray leads Tsitsipas before curfew stops play; Wawrinka sets up Djokovic clash
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Murray leads Tsitsipas before curfew stops play; Wawrinka sets up Djokovic clash

Firstpost  

In the biggest shock of the tournament so far, fourth seed Casper Ruud crashed out at the hands of British wild card Liam Broady in five sets. To be continued tomorrow.#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/Zn5nkdXF3f — Wimbledon July 6, 2023 In the biggest shock of the tournament so far, fourth seed Casper Ruud crashed out at the hands of British wild card Liam …

Wimbledon 2023: Big-serving Zverev powers past Dutch qualifier Brouwer
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Big-serving Zverev powers past Dutch qualifier Brouwer

The Hindu  

Germany’s Alexander Zverev fired 20 aces past Dutch qualifier Gijs Brouwer to move into the Wimbledon second round with a hard-earned 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 win on Thursday. The 19th seed did not have an easy tournament start against the world number 153, whose own first serve percentage matched that of Zverev, and with the German getting just two break opportunities …

Wimbledon 2023: On and off court, Djokovic seems set to win
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: On and off court, Djokovic seems set to win

Live Mint  

In the middle of the first set of Novak Djokovic’s opening round match at Wimbledon, after the defending champion had recovered from being down a break of serve, Centre Court heard something as unusual as birdsong—a near unanimity of crowd support for the Serb. “Nowadays that's not the case.” On the practice court against Murray, any observer unfamiliar with their …

Wimbledon 2023, July 6 Order of Play: Murray, Rybakina feature in second round matches
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, July 6 Order of Play: Murray, Rybakina feature in second round matches

The Hindu  

Defending women’s champion Elena Rybakina takes on Alize Cornet in second round on Centre Court on the fourth day of the 2023 Wimbledon in London on Thursday. Two-time winner Andy Murray will be up against fifth-seeded Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas while third-seeded Russian Daniil Medvedev will face Frenchman Adrian Mannarino in the second round. Here’s the full list of fixtures for …

Wimbledon 2023 | Djokovic, Swiatek win as confetti-throwing protesters strike
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023 | Djokovic, Swiatek win as confetti-throwing protesters strike

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek were in cruise control at Wimbledon on July 5, but confetti-throwing climate protesters and rain delays caused more headaches at the All England Club. Djokovic, bidding for a record-equalling eighth Wimbledon men's title and 24th Grand Slam crown, defeated Australia's Jordan Thompson 6-3, 7-6, 7-5. World number three Daniil Medvedev marked his return to Wimbledon …

Wimbledon 2023: Tiafoe sees off Wu to march into second round, Fritz through
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Tiafoe sees off Wu to march into second round, Fritz through

The Hindu  

American world number 10 Frances Tiafoe kicked off his bid for a maiden Grand Slam title by sealing a 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory over Chinese debutant Wu Yibing in a rain-interrupted first round clash at Wimbledon on Wednesday. I was happy how I handled it.” The 10th seed, who reached the fourth round last year, next meets Dominic Stricker after …

You can watch Wimbledon on TV outdoors in Brooklyn. It’s part of a bid to blend the past and present
1 year, 6 months ago

You can watch Wimbledon on TV outdoors in Brooklyn. It’s part of a bid to blend the past and present

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Tennis fans in New York can gather to see live TV coverage of the last three days of Wimbledon at an outdoor watch party at Brooklyn Bridge Park from July 14-16, featuring the women’s final and the men’s semifinals and final. The creation of “The Hill in New York” — touted as “a quintessential Wimbledon experience from …

Wimbledon 2023: Just Stop Oil protesters halt play on third day
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Just Stop Oil protesters halt play on third day

The Hindu  

Just Stop Oil protesters twice interrupted play on the third day of Wimbledon on Wednesday, releasing orange ticker-tape mixed with jigsaw puzzle pieces during matches on Court 18. The first incident involved two protesters running on to the court holding boxes marked as 1,000-piece jigsaws of Centre Court before sprinkling the contents, halting play between Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov and Japan’s …

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek won at Wimbledon. Protesters and rain captured the attention
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek won at Wimbledon. Protesters and rain captured the attention

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — The developments at Wimbledon on Wednesday included Novak Djokovic joining Roger Federer and Serena Williams as the only players in tennis history to win 350 Grand Slam matches; a runner-up two years ago, Karolina Pliskova, exiting in the first round against a qualifier; a player seeded No. “We’ve had enough disruptions with the weather,” four-time Wimbledon semifinalist …

In Pictures: Roger Federer returns to Wimbledon
1 year, 6 months ago

In Pictures: Roger Federer returns to Wimbledon

The Hindu  

Eight-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer is honoured with his wife, Mirka in the Royal Box prior to the first-round match between Shelby Rogers and Elena Rybakina on day two of The Championships Wimbledon 2023 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Tuesday in London. Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, along with eight-time Wimbledon Champion Roger Federer and his …

Wimbledon 2023: Venus Williams return was bigger than any result or knee injury
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Venus Williams return was bigger than any result or knee injury

The Independent  

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Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic makes winning start, equals Nadal's Grand Slam feat; Coco Gauf suffers shock exit
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic makes winning start, equals Nadal's Grand Slam feat; Coco Gauf suffers shock exit

India TV News  

2 seed and seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic started his 2023 campaign with a rather mature win against Argentina's Pedro Cachin after a delayed start. The dark clouds and a shower delayed the start of Djokovic's Round 1 game at SW19, which led to the Serbian drying the court with his own towel as Djokovic interacted with fans and looked …

Wimbledon 2023, Day 2 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina and Sabalenka amongst others in first-round action
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, Day 2 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Rybakina and Sabalenka amongst others in first-round action

The Hindu  

Elena Rybakina begins her title defense against American Shelby Rogers on Centre Court on the second day of the 2023 Wimbledon in London on Tuesday. In men’s singles, top seed Carlos Alcaraz and two-time champion Andy Murray will be in action. Here’s the full list of first-round fixtures for day two of 2023 Wimbledon: Centre Court Women’s Singles - Elena …

Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek advance; Venus Williams, Coco Gauff crash out
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek advance; Venus Williams, Coco Gauff crash out

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek progressed to the second round of Wimbledon in straight sets. Watch: Djokovic uses towel to dry Centre Court surface Djokovic, who has won the first two majors in the year at the Australian and French Opens, is bidding to also match Roger Federer’s record of eight Wimbledon titles. Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and …

Wimbledon 2023 | Swiatek, Djokovic win on Day 1, Venus Williams and Coco Gauff in action
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023 | Swiatek, Djokovic win on Day 1, Venus Williams and Coco Gauff in action

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek advanced with straight-set victories Monday despite a rain delay as Wimbledon got started. It is the year’s third major tournament — and Djokovic won the first two: the Australian Open in January and the French Open in June. Djokovic dries Wimbledon court before wiping floor with opponent Novak Djokovic helped dry the grass on Wimbledon’s …

Wimbledon 2023: All England Club to celebrate Roger Federer's career on Centre Court
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: All England Club to celebrate Roger Federer's career on Centre Court

Firstpost  

Roger Federer and Serena Williams have been invited by the All England Club to celebrate their careers at Wimbledon. Wimbledon will celebrate the career of Roger Federer at the All England Club on Tuesday, the second day of the Championships. “I’m pleased to say that Roger will be with us tomorrow and we will have a special celebratory moment on …

Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic looks to equal Federer, Swiatek hopes to crack grass code and other talking points
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic looks to equal Federer, Swiatek hopes to crack grass code and other talking points

Firstpost  

Wimbledon 2023 talking points: Novak Djokovic is the clear favourite at All England Club. That’s why he’s for me the greatest in the history of tennis.” Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and other men’s title favourites Alcaraz said: “He does things really, really easy. “I don’t want to say that I am the greatest, because I feel it’s disrespectful …

Wimbledon 2023: Here is what you need to know before play begins Monday
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Here is what you need to know before play begins Monday

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Novak Djokovic begins his bid for a fifth consecutive title at Wimbledon and eighth overall at Centre Court on Monday. Djokovic also will be trying to add to his men’s-record 23 Grand Slam singles titles — he broke a tie with Rafael Nadal by winning the French Open last month — and become the first player to …

Wimbledon 2023, July 3 order of play: Djokovic takes on Cachin; Swiatek, Venus and Gauff in action
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023, July 3 order of play: Djokovic takes on Cachin; Swiatek, Venus and Gauff in action

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic begins his title defense against Argentina’s Pedro Cachin on Centre Court on the opening day of the 2023 Wimbledon in London on Monday. In women’s singles, top seed Iga Swiatek, five-time champion Venus Williams and American teenager Coco Gauff will also be in action. Here’s the full list of first-round fixtures for day one of 2023 Wimbledon: Centre …

Watch: Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic #24, Russians, equal prize money and more on offer
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic #24, Russians, equal prize money and more on offer

The Hindu  

Now, it is time for big time tennis on grass. The Serbian’s next target is Margaret Court’s all-time record of 24 Majors, which he can equal by winning his fifth straight Wimbledon title this year. The triumph this year would also mean Djokovic matching Roger Federer’s tally of eight titles at Wimbledon, the most by a man in the Open …

Wimbledon 2023: Schedule, seedings, prize money, TV channel, live streaming
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Schedule, seedings, prize money, TV channel, live streaming

Firstpost  

Here’s all you need to know about Wimbledon 2023, the 136th edition of the historic Championships, that gets underway on Monday. Wimbledon 2023 starts on Monday and lasts for two weeks, culminating on Sunday with the men’s final. Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4: Men’s and women’s singles first round Wednesday, July 5, and Thursday, July 6: Men’s and …

Wimbledon: Hallowed grass awaits change of guard
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon: Hallowed grass awaits change of guard

Hindustan Times  

A recent promotional poster released by Wimbledon has been a topic of debate. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz practices at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, Friday June 30, 2023, ahead of the championships Andy Murray termed the pecking order strange. Since 2003, every men’s singles trophy of the grass-court Grand Slam has been won by either Roger …

Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic could face Nick Kyrgios again, Venus Williams to face Elina Svitolina
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic could face Nick Kyrgios again, Venus Williams to face Elina Svitolina

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic gets his bid for a record-equalling 8th Wimbledon title and fifth in a row underway against Pedro Cachin. Novak Djokovic will get his Wimbledon title defence and bid to win a record-equalling eighth title against Argentina’s Pedro Cachin, with a potential rematch of last year’s final against Nick Kyrgios in the quarter-finals. Fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas has a …

Wimbledon 2023: Step on the grass
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Step on the grass

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The first strokes of Novak Djokovic’s tennis dream were painted green, Wimbledon green. The next morning Jelena came up and asked me: ‘Good morning little boy, do you know what tennis is?’ I replied: ‘Yes, yesterday I watched the Wimbledon final!’ And she said: ‘Do you want to try it?’” With the majesty of Sampras still fresh in his mind, …

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