Wimbledon: I was inferior on the court, admits Novak Djokovic
Jul 16, 2024Novak Djokovic suffered a defeat in the Wimbledon final against Carlos Alcaraz. Acknowledging his opponent's superior performance, Djokovic looks ahead to the Olympic Games and the US Open as key goals for the rest of the year. Will Djokovic's determination lead to a comeback in the upcoming tournaments?
Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz chasing the 'big guys'
Jul 16, 2024Carlos Alcaraz, at 21, aspires to match Djokovic, Nadal, and Federer with his four Grand Slam titles. His performance at Wimbledon and world No. 3 ranking demonstrate his skill. Guided by coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, he learned maturity from his 2023 US Open loss. With impressive forehand stats, Alcaraz seeks continuous improvement and values his rivalry with Jannik Sinner.
Wimbledon: Living a dream, the Barbora Krejcikova way
Jul 15, 2024In the four hours since she had closed out the Wimbledon final, Barbora Krejcikova had done more interviews than she cared to count.
Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest player in Open Era to achieve Roland Garros-Wimbledon double
Jul 15, 2024The question always was can Carlos Alcaraz win the title match, because Novak Djokovic, the most decorated man in tennis, going for an epic 25th major crown, was never going to lose the Wimbledon final.
Wimbledon: High-flying Jasmine Paolini up against battle-hardened Barbora Krejcikova
Jul 13, 2024When the No.7 seed Jasmine Paolini lines up against the 2021 French Open champion Barbora Krejcikova in the Wimbledon final on Saturday, expect a fight.
Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to reach final
Jul 13, 2024Carlos Alcaraz didn't get off to the best of starts in the Wimbledon semifinals, but he finished in sparkling fashion. His shot-making rivaled the sun on an afternoon when the Centre Court roof was open, the Spaniard reveling in the elements to make his second successive final in Grand Slams this season and at SW19.
Wimbledon: Can Musetti stop the Djokovic juggernaut?
Jul 12, 2024Lorenzo Musetti's play has been doing some talking at Wimbledon. The 22-yearold Italian is the owner of a single-handed backhand, that's all art, and a forehand that's precise and fiery. Timing is his touch. Musetti, 6 ft 1', is slightly built, and has wheels that are both fast and sturdy.
Wimbledon: Jasmine Paolini outlasts Donna Vekic to reach second consecutive Grand Slam final
Jul 12, 2024Jasmine Paolini sprinted across the lawn and chased down a drop shot midway through the Wimbledon semifinal. Donna Vekic replied with a heavily spun topspin lob. The Italian had no business getting to the ball, she was almost kissing the net cord when she turned and charged back to the baseline. Racket on ball, she got it over the net. Vekic, whose forehand was calling the shots until that point, thumped the ball wide.
Wimbledon: Elena Rybakina ends Elina Svitolina run
Jul 11, 2024For the first time, in what seemed like forever, the Centre Court roof was open. There was a steady stream of light, even though a cold drift blowing across the grounds made jumpers and jackets the go-to armor of the day.
Injuries, weather, marathon matches cast a shadow on SW19
Jul 11, 2024The dark and somewhat distressing threat of injury has hung over Wimbledon 2024 from Day One. Much like the nimbostratus these past nine days.
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