Fans from around the world flock to ‘bucket list’ Wimbledon final
2 years, 6 months ago

Fans from around the world flock to ‘bucket list’ Wimbledon final

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Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I think it’s a British institution – it’s so important to come.” Adrian Ignatescu, 38, from Romania, is also cheering for Djokovic, and he said Wimbledon has a “great atmosphere”. He added: “I think it’s a unique event, a special event.” Chad Toerien, 34, from South Africa, said he is “excited”, adding: “It’s a bit of a bucket list, come all this way, come to Wimbledon, the final, the championship.” Bridie Hill, 25, joined the queue with her friend Jeremy Franco, 25, both from Sydney, to cheer on Kyrgios. Ms Hill said: “We’ll be the loudest ones in the crowd.” Irene Nelson and Lesley Ewart, both 66 and from Edinburgh, said they are “so excited” to see both Djokovic and Kyrgios. I think probably I’m rooting for Djokovic.” Ms Ewart said: “I think I might be edging towards Kyrgios actually but sometimes when we’re watching matches our allegiances change.

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Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz
6 months ago

Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz

The Hindu  

Without a title for over six months, Novak Djokovic is now within touching distance of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy — with the all-conquering Serb saying Wimbledon always brings the best out of him. The 37-year-old lost in his Australian Open fortress at the start of the year, with his bid to win a record-extending 11th Melbourne Park title …

Leander Paes Lauds AELTC’s Inclusivity Initiatives and Reflects on His Storied Wimbledon History
6 months ago

Leander Paes Lauds AELTC’s Inclusivity Initiatives and Reflects on His Storied Wimbledon History

News 18  

Indian tennis legend Leander Paes reflected on his illustrious career, emphasizing the significance of Wimbledon, where he achieved multiple titles over decades. He discusses why Wimbledon has a special place in Tennis, and AELTC’s fan engagement initiatives, and assesses the chances of the Indian tennis team in the upcoming Olympics. Leander, you’ve had a significant association with the All England …

Wimbledon day eight: Novak Djokovic turns on Centre Court crowd
6 months ago

Wimbledon day eight: Novak Djokovic turns on Centre Court crowd

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When tennis and soccer collide: Wimbledon players and crowd keep one eye on Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week 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: Making third straight final would be a dream, says Jabeur
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Making third straight final would be a dream, says Jabeur

The Hindu  

Tunisian 10th seed Ons Jabeur said she is dreaming of reaching a third straight Wimbledon final this month and that managing the negative emotions would be a key factor in getting to the title decider. Jabeur, who lost the 2022 final to Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina and the 2023 title match to Czech Marketa Vondrousova, got her latest grasscourt Grand Slam …

Wimbledon 2024: Djokovic eases past Kopriva into round two
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Wimbledon 2024: Djokovic eases past Kopriva into round two

The Hindu  

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic eased concerns about his knee with a clinical display to beat Czech qualifier Vit Kopriva 6-1, 6-2, 6-2 on Tuesday and reach the second round. “I’ve been fortunate to not be away from the tennis for so long.” The Serb, bidding for a record 25th Grand Slam title to end his trophy drought this year, …

Wimbledon 2023: A tournament of surprises shows the depth of the game
1 year, 6 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 …

With weekend event in Mumbai, Wimbledon aims to build a following in India
1 year, 6 months ago

With weekend event in Mumbai, Wimbledon aims to build a following in India

Live Mint  

London: The All England Club, home to the annual championships at Wimbledon, is embarking on a more challenging journey than winning the fabled Grand Slam of the sport. “To get a country involved you need national champions.” The All England Club knows this but buoyed by its success as the annual sporting event in the UK that delivers the highest …

Fans and players gear up for Wimbledon quarter-finals
1 year, 6 months ago

Fans and players gear up for Wimbledon quarter-finals

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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

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Wimbledon shown no mercy for bizarre 'IPL' caption on Sam Curran's Centre Court picture as post goes viral
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon shown no mercy for bizarre 'IPL' caption on Sam Curran's Centre Court picture as post goes viral

Hindustan Times  

Saturday at Wimbledon is the traditional day when notable British personalities from across various sports are honored with seats in the Royal Box. On day 6 of the Championships, the iconic Centre Court was graced by the presence of tennis stars in Billie Jean King, Rosie Casals and Stefan Edberg, as well as Olympic great Steve Redgrave and former England …

Carlos Alcaraz won’t fret about sounding humble at Wimbledon. He wants to face Novak Djokovic
1 year, 6 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz won’t fret about sounding humble at Wimbledon. He wants to face Novak Djokovic

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Let other players downplay their championship chances at Wimbledon. ” something that I work really hard : to be in that position, to be what I am right now.” And when he was asked how difficult it is to avoid thinking about a potential matchup against Novak Djokovic — owner of four consecutive trophies, and seven overall, …

Wimbledon fans optimistic of getting tickets on day two of tournament
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon fans optimistic of getting tickets on day two of tournament

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Fans welcomed at Wimbledon on first day of tennis championships
1 year, 6 months ago

Fans welcomed at Wimbledon on first day of tennis championships

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Wimbledon day nine: Cameron Norrie carries British hopes
2 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon day nine: Cameron Norrie carries British hopes

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Star-Spotting & 'Masala': Why Many 'Desis' are Obsessed With Wimbledon
2 years, 6 months ago

Star-Spotting & 'Masala': Why Many 'Desis' are Obsessed With Wimbledon

The Quint  

Come summer and the well-heeled glitterati of India descends on London. While film stars like Kajol or Shah Rukh Khan can be spotted in stores like Harvey Nichols, Harrods or Selfridges, sportstars throng The Ivy or such classy restaurants. The last two years have been a different story, thanks to COVID-19, but otherwise, tennis doyen Vijay Amritraj has been a …

What to expect on Wimbledon 2022 day three
2 years, 6 months ago

What to expect on Wimbledon 2022 day three

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Wimbledon 2022: John McEnroe and Sue Barker criticised after paying tribute to Boris Becker
2 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: John McEnroe and Sue Barker criticised after paying tribute to Boris Becker

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Wimbledon 2022: Novak Djokovic survives Kwon Soon-woo scare, advances ahead
2 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: Novak Djokovic survives Kwon Soon-woo scare, advances ahead

India TV News  

Wimbledon 2022: Novak Djokovic's play was not particularly, well, Djokovic-esque, at Wimbledon on Monday as he survived a first-round scare against Kwon Soon-woo. This, though, is the top-seeded Djokovic, and there's a reason he extended his winning streak at the All England Club to 22, and his career victory total there to 80 — making him the first player in …

Even Djokovic knew he wasn’t at his best in Wimbledon debut
2 years, 6 months ago

Even Djokovic knew he wasn’t at his best in Wimbledon debut

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Novak Djokovic’s play was not particularly, well, Djokovic-esque, at Wimbledon on Monday. This, though, is the top-seeded Djokovic, and there’s a reason he extended his winning streak at the All England Club to 22, and his career victory total there to 80 — making him the first player in tennis history with at least that many at …

Wimbledon: Matteo Berrettini on last year's final with Novak Djokovic and how he ended up at Wembley
2 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon: Matteo Berrettini on last year's final with Novak Djokovic and how he ended up at Wembley

Daily Mail  

There are those who mistakenly think that Matteo Berrettini is a model who plays a bit of tennis on the side. Berrettini gave Novak Djokovic a serious challenge in their four-set final at SW19 last year The 26-year-old labelled Djokovic as 'one of the toughest opponents ever' Djokovic came out on top in the Wimbledon final last summer on a …

Wimbledon 2021 Highlights, men's singles final: Novak Djokovic beats Matteo Berrettini to claim 20th Grand Slam title
3 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2021 Highlights, men's singles final: Novak Djokovic beats Matteo Berrettini to claim 20th Grand Slam title

Firstpost  

10:22 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Djokovic: “It was more than just a battle! You’ve got a great game, I felt the ‘Italian hammer’ on my skin in Paris and today” “Winning Wimbledon was always a big dream as a kid. To stand here with this trophy is incredible.” 20th Grand Slam title: “It means none of us will stop! Last …

Wimbledon: Venus Williams is out of this world and Kyle Edmund goes the extra mile
3 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon: Venus Williams is out of this world and Kyle Edmund goes the extra mile

Daily Mail  

The second day of Wimbledon provided much drama as Serena Williams and Adrian Mannarino both had to withdraw through injury while Britain's Dan Evans progressed to the secon round. VENUS IS OUT OF THIS WORLD Venus Williams made her 90th appearance at a Grand Slam, extending her record for the most majors played in the open era. Venus Williams made …

EXPLAINED: As It Returns After A Year's Gap, Here's How Wimbledon Will Welcome Back Houseful Crowds
3 years, 6 months ago

EXPLAINED: As It Returns After A Year's Gap, Here's How Wimbledon Will Welcome Back Houseful Crowds

News 18  

The French Open last month was played in front of limited crowds while spectators have been allowed back as per specific attendance plans by countries participating in the Euro 2020, the football tournament that could not be held last year due to Covid-19. As the championship kicks off, there will be 50 per cent capacity across the courts “while the …

Andrew Castle talks Wimbledon 2021, feeling vulnerable and stepping away from social media
3 years, 6 months ago

Andrew Castle talks Wimbledon 2021, feeling vulnerable and stepping away from social media

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Wimbledon Singles Finals to Have Full Capacity Crowds
3 years, 7 months ago

Wimbledon Singles Finals to Have Full Capacity Crowds

News 18  

This year’s Wimbledon men’s and women’s singles finals will be played with full crowds in attendance on Centre Court, the All England Club said on Monday. They will be the first outdoor sporting events in the United Kingdom to have capacity crowds since the start of the coronavirus pandemic last year. The move comes despite British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s …

Wimbledon bosses reveal they are still planning for having NO fans
3 years, 10 months ago

Wimbledon bosses reveal they are still planning for having NO fans

Daily Mail  

Wimbledon chiefs are still making plans for the possibility of having no fans at this year's tournament, despite the Prime Minister announcing that they could allow spectators back in full capacity by then. Wimbledon chiefs are still planning to have no fans in attendance at this year's championships All England Lawn Tennis Club are arguing that they must remain 'cautious' …

Novak Djokovic Leads Cast as London Bids Farewell to ATP Finals
4 years, 2 months ago

Novak Djokovic Leads Cast as London Bids Farewell to ATP Finals

News 18  

It will not be the party envisaged as London bids farewell to the ATP Finals but despite the strangest of circumstances the season-ender should provide an upbeat note on which to finish a difficult year for tennis. In these straitened times prize money has also been slashed from last year’s total pot of $9 million to $5.7 million with an …

Wimbledon 2019: 'Testament to his clutch-ness and greatness', Twitter reacts to Novak Djokovic's thrilling win over Roger Federer
5 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2019: 'Testament to his clutch-ness and greatness', Twitter reacts to Novak Djokovic's thrilling win over Roger Federer

Firstpost  

Here’s how Twitter reacted to the thrilling Wimbledon men’s singles final and Novak Djokovic’s fifth title at SW19. For nearly five tight, tense and terrific hours, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer traded the lead, playing on and on and on until an unprecedented fifth-set tiebreaker was required to settle their memorable Wimbledon final. pic.twitter.com/otkqHlQnMF — Andy Nesbitt July 14, 2019 …

Twitter interaction between ICC and Wimbledon cuts through the tense moments
5 years, 6 months ago

Twitter interaction between ICC and Wimbledon cuts through the tense moments

Live Mint  

London was the hub on Sunday evening as two major sporting events produced some jaw dropping action. At Wimbledon, two giants of tennis, even sports produced an all-time classic as Novak Djokovic edged out Roger Federer in five sets 7-6, 1-6, 7-6, 4-6, 13-12 to retain his Wimbledon title. In another part of London, England and New Zealand produced a …

Wimbledon 2019 live updates: Gauff, Kvitova, Pliskova out; Nadal, Djokovic through
5 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2019 live updates: Gauff, Kvitova, Pliskova out; Nadal, Djokovic through

The Hindu  

Day 7, Manic Monday: Most of the top seeds have cruised via straight-set victories -- Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams and Simona Halep bringing an end to 15-year old Cori Gauff's dream run in the round of 16. Flying the flag @JohannaKonta fights back from a set down for the second match in a row to progress …

Wimbledon 2019 LIVE: Latest updates with Williams and Nadal in action today
5 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2019 LIVE: Latest updates with Williams and Nadal in action today

The Independent  

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