British tennis player, US Open 2021 champion, former world No. 10
Taylor Fritz has reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals by defeating Alexander Bublik in straight sets, while Alex de Minaur falls short to Flavio Cobolli. Sabalenka and Gauff also secure wins amid tense battles on Centre Court and Court One.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced that he has withdrawn from the clay-court season including the Italian Open and Roland Garros after tests on his right wrist confirmed injury.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.
Elina Svitolina has won her third Rome title, defeating Coco Gauff in a three-set final. The victory follows a remarkable resurgence after maternity leave, with Svitolina climbing to No.7 and threatening Grand Slam chances at Roland Garros. Ukraine’s top players are also maintaining a strong presence in the rankings amid ongoing wartime pressure.
Svajda has reached Roland Garros’ fourth round after defeating Francisco Cerundolo in five sets, dedicating the victory to his late father on what would have been his birthday. Kostyuk has fought back tears after beating Oksana Selekhmeteva in the French Open’s opening day, while Raducanu and other players navigate early rounds amid tough conditions.
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.
Alexander Zverev has clinched his maiden Grand Slam title by beating Flavio Cobolli in a dramatic French Open final, becoming the first German man to win a major since Boris Becker in 1996. The match featured a tense fifth set after Cobolli recovered from a nervy start to force a decider. Arnaldi’s late withdrawal due to illness reshaped the event’s finals lineup.
Emma Raducanu has reached the Queen’s Club final after a breakthrough week on grass, only to be stopped by Donna Vekic 6-0, 7-6 (6). The British No. 1 led in the second set but could not close out the match as Vekic prevailed on grass. Raducanu had earlier overcome injury concerns and a tough schedule to push deep into the tournament.
Serena Williams has decided to compete in Wimbledon singles after a late wild card choice, following her doubles return earlier this month. She has been contemplating the move and is facing questions about her future at the sport as she eyes a final Wimbledon chapter.
Wimbledon debentures guaranteeing a Centre Court seat for five years have surged, selling for up to £380,000 in April. The market reflects growing demand and the tournament’s financing model, with buyers seeking long-term access as public demand remains strong.
Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament after a stress fracture was confirmed, ending her bid to compete this year. Several British players are in action, including Katie Boulter, Fran Jones, Harriet Dart, Alicia Dudeney, Hannah Klugman and Mika Stojsavljevic, with wildcards and rising stars featured in the draw.
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.
Osaka has reached the Wimbledon fourth round with a dominant victory over Kasatkina, continuing her best grass-season yet. She is set to face Sabalenka or Ostapenko in the next round, as fashion moments keep drawing attention but her focus remains on grass-court success.