Serbian tennis great, world No. 1, with a record-breaking career
The tennis calendar sees direct entry lists for the US Open, Stefanos Tsitsipas claims his first ATP title in 16 months in Gstaad, and an all-Czech Wimbledon final draw big numbers for ESPN while Raducanu and others navigate comebacks.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced that he has withdrawn from the clay-court season including the Italian Open and Roland Garros after tests on his right wrist confirmed injury.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.
Top players have pressed for a larger share of Grand Slam revenues, citing pay gaps and welfare needs. Aryna Sabalenka has warned a boycott could occur if negotiations stall; players emphasize respect and governance changes alongside prize money increases.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has suffered a shock five-set defeat at Roland Garros, stalling his bid to complete a career Grand Slam and forcing a period of recovery ahead of Wimbledon. The loss comes after a long winning run and intense focus on Paris.
Howard Fendrich, a veteran AP tennis writer who has covered Grand Slams and Olympics since 2002, has died at Johns Hopkins Hospital after a cancer diagnosis this year. Colleagues, players and friends have paid tribute, noting his kindness, deep reporting and influence on tennis journalism.
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.
Poland’s Maja Chwalinska has reached the French Open final after defeating Anna Kalinskaya in a tight semifinal; Mirra Andreeva is in the final after earlier semifinals, marking the first all-non-retired final pairing since 1992. Zverev will also contest the men’s final.
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.
A cross‑country study using mobile phone data finds people retreat indoors during extreme heat, while malls and parks offer refuge. The UK and Europe face rising temperatures and pressure to adapt school and city infrastructure for resilience. Governments are rolling out heat action plans amid social inequalities in vulnerability.
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.
Vondrousova has been suspended for four years after refusing a doping control test at her home in December 2025. An independent tribunal has found no compelling justification for the refusal, and the sanction runs until June 21, 2030. ITIA emphasizes that testing can occur outside the hour window if notified and located, and reiterates the seriousness of refusals.
World Cup activities are intersecting with Wimbledon’s schedule as fans and players navigate overlapping knockout rounds; Wimbledon has reaffirmed it will not broadcast World Cup matches on site, while players face scheduling pressures and personal choices about balancing sport and football viewing.
Bad Bunny has taken Tottenham’s stadium by storm across two nights, delivering a bilingual, genre-blending spectacle rooted in Puerto Rican culture. The gigs are a landmark for UK Latino visibility, with La Casita staging and a community-led build underscoring the scale and significance of Latin music here.
Novak Djokovic has reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals for a record-extending ninth consecutive time, defeating Roman Safiullin in four sets on Centre Court. The 39-year-old seals his 106th Wimbledon singles win, tightening his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title amid tense moments and on-court frustration.
The pied-à-terre tax in New York City has taken effect, with rates up to 6.5% for non-primary luxury residences. Authorities anticipate $340 million to $500 million in annual revenue from roughly 10,000 units, while brokers report continued strength in luxury sales as market liquidity remains high.
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.
Novak Djokovic has reached Wimbledon’s third round, maintaining grass-court dominance at age 39. He is adapting his game to conserve energy, leaning on defense turned offense as rivals falter. The run underscores his ongoing quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam.
A wave of bold walk-on outfits and brand-driven looks marks a turning point at Wimbledon, with Naomi Osaka and others turning sartorial moments into strategic statements. The trend is drawing attention from players, sponsors, and analysts as fashion and sport collide on Centre Court.
Wimbledon updates unfold as top seeds face shocks and schedule changes. Alexandra Eala has upset Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina exits in a tight finish, and Elise Mertens advances, reshaping the women’s draw as Centre Court hosts key matches.
Naomi Osaka has advanced to the Wimbledon fourth round, defeating Daria Kasatkina in straight sets. Her grass-season form has improved dramatically, she has not dropped a set in her first four matches, and she faces a high-stakes last-16 clash against Aryna Sabalenka or Jelena Ostapenko. Fashion and confidence combined to propel her on Centre Court.
Jannik Sinner has advanced to the next round, defeating his opponent in straight sets to reach the last 16 at Wimbledon. The victory continues his strong form on grass, as the Italian aims for back-to-back Grand Slam titles.
Updated Wimbledon coverage shows notable moments: Muchova advances to a potential final, Schuurs collides with a ball girl but remains in match, and de Minaur opens up on the mental toll after a loss, with Cobolli advancing further; Sabalenka exits in straight sets to Osaka.
Arthur Fery has advanced to the Wimbledon men’s semi-finals as a wildcard, defeating Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to continue his historic fairytale run. He will face Alexander Zverev in the next round, while British fans celebrate a rare deep run by a homegrown player.
Two Czech finalists are set to compete in Wimbledon 2026 after dramatic semi-finals. Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova have reached the final, with Noskova defeating Marta Kostyuk and Muchova surviving a battle with Coco Gauff to claim a spot in the showpiece. The weekend promises a first-time Wimbledon women’s champion from the Czech Republic.
Linda Noskova wins the women’s singles final, becoming the youngest Wimbledon champion since 2011, as Karolina Muchova pushes her to the limit in a dramatic final. Jannik Sinner also claims the men’s title in a long, grueling 4-set showdown against Alexander Zverev. The event features Arthur Fery’s breakthrough wildcard run and Serena Williams’ return to singles at 44.
Jannik Sinner has retained his Wimbledon men's singles title, beating Alexander Zverev 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 on Centre Court. The world No.1 has claimed his fifth Grand Slam and his second consecutive Wimbledon crown after recovering from a shock French Open exit last month.
Britain’s Wimbledon run is contrasted by a worrying pattern: a wild card’s surprise semi-final runs mask a wider lack of sustained success. The sport’s centre of gravity remains abroad and domestic grassroots funding is under scrutiny.
Spain’s Lamine Yamal faces Lionel Messi as Argentina and Spain collide in the World Cup final. Messi, at 39, seeks one last crown while Yamal, 19, aims to cement his place among football’s greats. The match also marks a historic meeting with a UNICEF photo backstory that links the players since infancy.