British tennis great and coach
A series of property and lifestyle features show a UK focus on intimate, well-designed spaces—from snugs in homes to boutique hotels and curated retreats. The Independent discusses snug design; Scotland’s Cromlix unveils a woodland spa and fine dining expansion; Edinburgh’s Leith market offers a traditional-meets-modern flat; Guardian covers new homes in Lincolnshire, Cheshire and Kent.
Arthur Fery has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals as a British wildcard, beating Flavio Cobolli in straight sets. He is set to face Alexander Zverev in the semi-final after a remarkable run that has captured attention at Centre Court.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced that he has withdrawn from the clay-court season including the Italian Open and Roland Garros after tests on his right wrist confirmed injury.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.
Novak Djokovic has delivered a clinical win against Stefanos Tsitsipas on Centre Court, underscoring his enduring dominance at Wimbledon. The match showcased Djokovic’s superiority, with Tsitsipas struggling to match the Serb’s precision and consistency. The result tightens Djokovic’s path in the tournament.
The Guardian and Independent reports confirm Arthur Fery has advanced to the Wimbledon third round after defeating Otto Virtanen in four sets, aided by home support and a nosebleed that interrupted play midway through the match. This victory keeps British hopes alive and ensures Fery enters the world’s top 100 for the first time.
The top player has a recent major setback at Roland Garros, but her team is rebuilding ahead of Wimbledon, framing the challenge as a cycle she has managed before. An internal autopsy will guide a swift return to form.