Amanda Anisimova back in the chatter as she climbs to world No. 3 after a string of major runs; American prodigy, born 2001. #Tennis
Williams has returned to Wimbledon singles after four years, losing to Maya Joint in a dramatic first-round match on Centre Court. Joint, ranked 87th, secured a 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-3 victory as Williams showed flashes of her former brilliance but faded in the final set amid the atmosphere of a historic occasion.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced that he has withdrawn from the clay-court season including the Italian Open and Roland Garros after tests on his right wrist confirmed injury. The 22-year-old has been sidelined since hurting the wrist at Barcelona, has missed Madrid and is pausing competition to prioritise recovery ahead of a return date to be evaluated.
Maja Chwalińska has reached the French Open women’s final, becoming the first qualifier ever to reach Roland Garros’ final and the second qualifier to reach a Grand Slam final in the Open Era. She will meet Mirra Andreeva in Paris on Saturday, with a potential €1.4m prize and a top-25 ranking in sight.
Draper is returning to action at Eastbourne after an 11-month injury layoff, with Andy Murray coaching and a growing team around him. He is focused on rebuilding form and fitness ahead of Wimbledon, after a year ravaged by arm and knee injuries.