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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.
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.
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.
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.
Naomi Osaka has continued to capture attention at Wimbledon with a series of bold, culturally rich outfits. She has worn designs inspired by Kill Bill, Japanese ceremonial dress, and the Eiffel Tower motif, while advancing rounds and maintaining a strategic, fashion-forward approach to her on-court success.
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.
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.
The Williams sisters are competing at Wimbledon. Serena has returned to singles and is addressing a knee injury; Venus is playing doubles alongside Kevin Krawietz. Their schedule places doubles on show courts after singles, as organizers balance recovery time with competition.
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.
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.
Britain's homegrown tennis pipeline faces scrutiny as the Wimbledon dream for wildcard Arthur Fery collides with a wider crisis in British tennis. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner wins the men’s final and Jennifer Lopez draws attention with a controversial hat.
British heavyweight Moses Itauma will headline London’s O2 Arena on Aug. 29 for the vacant IBF heavyweight title, facing Filip Hrgovic. The title win would crown Itauma as the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson. The bout is part of a broader heavyweight landscape shaped by Usyk’s vacating of belts and ongoing negotiations for future super-fights.
Rheinmetall has revised its revenue guidance for 2026 to as low as €13.7 billion, down from €14.0 billion, while maintaining its operating margin. The company reports a 39% rise in first-half sales and a 74% jump in profits, with new naval division contributing to growth; investors weigh valuations amid strong orders and potential shifts in government spending.
Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the US Open due to a knee injury. The world No. 1 has not played since Wimbledon and is choosing rest over competing in New York this year. The tournament seeding will shuffle accordingly, with Alcaraz and Zverev set as top seeds.
Roger Federer has been enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, reflecting on a career that spanned two decades, including 20 Grand Slams and a lasting impact beyond titles. He also discusses future ties to tennis and the sport’s evolution, while recalling fan support and his off-court persona.
At the US Open, Karolína Muchová and Jakub Menšík have won the mixed doubles title, with a renewed emphasis on singles players amid the revamped format. The event drew big crowds and featured high-profile appearances, including Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz, though several doubles specialists exited early.
The 41-year-old Stan Wawrinka has secured a wild card entry to the 2026 U.S. Open after Patrick Kypson withdrew, ensuring one last Grand Slam appearance in New York. The move comes as the retirement tour reaches its final chapter, with Wawrinka set to play at Flushing Meadows.
Carlos Alcaraz has returned to singles after a wrist injury, facing Roman Safiullin in the US Open opening round. He has emphasized readiness, despite a long layoff, and will rely on a strong five-set test to gauge form as the tournament begins.
As the US Open approaches, Coco Gauff defends her family-ticket controversy while Aryna Sabalenka emphasizes focus and resilience after a tough patch; both are seeded highly and eye titles.