Britain takes a 2-0 lead in a Davis Cup qualifying tie; the event remains the World Cup of Tennis with 150+ nations competing.
Toby Samuel and Arthur Fery have given Great Britain a 2-0 lead over Ecuador on day one of the Davis Cup qualifier at the Copper Box. Samuel, replacing the injured Cameron Norrie, wins 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 against Andres Andrade. Fery follows with a 7-5, 6-0 win over Alvaro Guillén Meza. The hosts now eye a spot in the knockout stage.
The Wimbledon scene is lively as players face early-round challenges and notable developments unfold across courts, including Serena Williams' media absence discourse and rising hopes from young talents.
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.
Roger Federer has been inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport after a storied career that included 20 Grand Slam titles. In the run-up, he has performed exhibition matches in New York, signaling a lasting legacy beyond competition and underscoring his impact on fans and the sport.