2 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz eager to mark his era with third consecutive Wimbledon title

However, Sinner, Djokovic and Draper stand in his way as leading men take the stage with epic battles on the cardsIn the days after his victory at Queen’s Club a week ago, a win that had maintained perfectly the momentum he had built with his French Open triumph, Carlos Alcaraz enjoyed his well-deserved two days of rest to the fullest. He spent his time away from the court wisely, playing golf with Andy Murray, strolling through central London and seeking out good food and good vibes. Then, on Wednesday, he returned to work with his sights on a singular goal.A year that had started off for Alcaraz with such turbulent, challenging results now seemingly positions him at the height of his powers. After struggling initially with the elevated pressure and scrutiny during Jannik Sinner’s doping ban, along with the weight that comes with his immense achievements, Alcaraz will begin his title defence at Wimbledon against Fabio Fognini on Monday playing great tennis, enjoying himself and con...

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27 h. ago Jannik Sinner won't say why he fired two team members right before Wimbledon

Jannik Sinner has confirmed that he recently fired two members of his team but declined to explain the reason for the change ahead of Wimbledon

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28 h. ago Novak Djokovic confident Wimbledon is his ‘best chance’ of extending slam record

24-time winner reached semis in Melbourne and ParisSinner plays down split from trainer and physioNovak Djokovic believes that this year’s Wimbledon likely represents his best chance of winning a record-extending 25th grand slam title as he tries to disrupt the dominance established by Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the biggest tournaments in the world.“I would probably agree that Wimbledon could be the best chance because of the results I had, because of how I feel, how I play at Wimbledon, just getting that extra push mentally and motivation to perform the best tennis at the highest level,” said Djokovic. Continue reading...

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52 h. ago Alcaraz, Sinner, Sabalenka and Swiatek top Wimbledon bill but have work cut out

The margins in grand slam tennis have always been tight and the titles will be decided by who rises to the occasionAbout three hours and 45 minutes into his duel with Carlos Alcaraz three weeks ago, Jannik Sinner lowered himself into his return stance for what he hoped would be the last rally of a near-flawless fortnight. Sinner held three championship points for what would be one of the most monumental victories of his career.Just one of those three would have earned him a first grand slam title away from hard courts and redefined the terms of engagement with Alcaraz, the only player to beat him for 10 months. Sinner would then have drawn level with the Spaniard on four grand slam titles. Continue reading...

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55 h. ago Tories swipe at 'chaos and confusion' in local councils after Reform UK's takeover of town halls sees a slew of resignations, flag rows, flooding fears and a bitter dispute with firefighters

A damning dossier has revealed the 'chaos and confusion' that Reform councillors are sowing across England after their local elections success on 1 May.

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55 h. ago All the Stars at Gucci’s Intimate London Soirée Toasting Jannik Sinner

All the Stars at Gucci’s Intimate London Soirée Toasting Jannik Sinner  Vogue

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58 h. ago Jack Draper route to Wimbledon 2025 final: Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner lie in wait

British no1 is aiming to get past the second round for the first time in his career

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61 h. ago Wimbledon 2025: Jack Draper faces tough draw as Carlos Alcaraz takes on Fabio Fognini in Centre Court opener

British No1 could have to beat Alexander Bublik and Novak Djokovic just to reach semi-finals

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3 d. ago Wimbledon 2025: Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz give tennis two young superstars

Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz are ushering in a new era for tennis

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3 d. ago ‘I know everything is possible’: Teenager Joao Fonseca on Wimbledon, football and Federer

Having picked up the biggest title of his career at the Argentina Open in February, the Brazilian’s sights are set highWhen the 18-year-old Brazilian Joao Fonseca beat the world No 9 at the time, Andrey Rublev, in this year’s Australian Open first round the hype machine went into overdrive. Here was the next big thing, a man who could bridge the gap to the world’s top two, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. When he went out in round two, questions were asked about the wisdom in talking up a man appearing in his first grand slam draw.One month later, Fonseca proved he has the mental strength and resolve to match his undoubted talent. Facing Argentina’s Mariano Navone in the quarter-finals in Buenos Aires, in front of a hostile home crowd, he saved two match points and then went all the way to win his first ATP Tour title. He handled the occasion brilliantly, loving every minute. The hype is real. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago ‘I know everything is possible’: Teenager João Fonseca on Wimbledon, football and Federer

Brazilian is one of tennis’s brightest rising stars and will make his Wimbledon main draw debut next weekWhen the 18-year-old Brazilian João Fonseca beat the world No 9 at the time, Andrey Rublev, in this year’s Australian Open first round the hype machine went into overdrive. Here was the next big thing, a man who could bridge the gap to the world’s top two, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. When he went out in round two, questions were asked about the wisdom in talking up a man appearing in his first grand slam draw.One month later, Fonseca proved he has the mental strength and resolve to match his undoubted talent. Facing Argentina’s Mariano Navone in the quarter-finals in Buenos Aires, in front of a hostile home crowd, he saved two match points and then went all the way to win his first ATP Tour title. He handled the occasion brilliantly, loving every minute. The hype is real. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Jack Draper exclusive interview: 'I belong at the top level — I feel I can do anything and beat the best'

The British No 1 enters Wimbledon as one of the favourites. We speak to him and rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner about his chances of joining them as a grand-slam champion

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4 d. ago Jack Draper, Coco Gauff and Emma Raducanu among 10 to watch at Wimbledon

Now back at the top of the British rankings, Raducanu is playing probably some of her best tennis since her remarkable US Open triumph in 2021.

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4 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner pushing each other to new levels pre

Between them the pair have carved up the last six grand slams, but their Roland Garros showdown was their first meeting in a major final.

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7 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz had ‘no expectations’ ahead of tennis grass season

The Spanish top seed coasted to a 7-5 6-7 (5) 6-2 victory.

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9 d. ago No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner featured on Andrea Bocelli's new single

Top-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner is featured on Andrea Bocelli’s new single “Dust and Glory.”

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1 week ago Game, duet and match – Andrea Bocelli records song with tennis ace Jannik Sinner

The track, which features both Italian and English lyrics, is described as a ‘musical dialogue between two Italian icons’.

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1 week ago Jack Draper set for Wimbledon seedings boost ahead of SW19 draw

British No1 in line to be fourth seed at All England club and avoid Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev until the semi-finals

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1 week ago Stars align as Raducanu to pair with Alcaraz in mixed doubles at US Open

Top players to vie for increased prize of £740,000Couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa will team upThere will be a sprinkling of stardust at the US Open mixed doubles later this summer with Carlos Alcaraz partnering British No 1 Emma Raducanu in an event many top players have decided to give a try for the first time.Jannik Sinner will play alongside the world No 9 Emma Navarro, while British No 1 Jack Draper will partner Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen. Novak Djokovic, meanwhile, has agreed to play with his Serbian compatriot Olga Danilovic. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Stars align as Raducanu pairs up with Alcaraz at US Open mixed doubles

Top players to vie for increased prize of £740,000Couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa will team upThere will be a sprinkling of stardust at the US Open mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz partnering the British women’s No 1, Emma Raducanu, in an event many top players have decided to give a try for the first time. Jannik Sinner will be with the world No 9, Emma Navarro, while the British men’s No 1, Jack Draper, will partner the Olympic women’s singles champion, Zheng Qinwen. Novak Djokovic has agreed to play with his Serbian compatriot Olga Danilovic.The rush of big names comes after the US Open moved the mixed doubles to the qualifying week, with matches being played on Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong courts on 19 August and 20 August. Continue reading...

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