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Yahoo
27-06-2025
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Hamish Stewart determined to learn from Wimbledon Qualifying defeat
Hamish Stewart is determined to take lessons from his third round Wimbledon Qualifying defeat. The Strathblane star valiantly battled to the last against Leandro Riedi, but went down 6-3 4-6 6-3 6-4 in Roehampton Advertisement It brought down the curtain on an action-packed week for Stewart, who had already come through four matches before his progress was checked by Riedi. But the 25-year-old world No.550, who trains in Stirling, is insistent that he heads home with his head held high. 'It's been tough on the body a little bit but not too bad, said the 25-year-old. 'I'm very proud and if you told me at the start of pre-qualifying, that I'd get to qualifying, I'd have bit your arm off. 'I'm proud. I'm disappointed not to get the last one but it's a huge confidence booster and has given me a lot of drive and belief for the rest of the year. Advertisement 'It's motivated me a lot for the rest of the year getting this close. To think back to this time last year that I would be one match away from getting in is huge and I just want to get back out there. 'I want to be here off my ranking next year. That's achievable and something I'm looking to do.' Stewart wasn't the only Brit taking centre stage in Roehampton, with compatriots Oliver Tarvet and Emily Appleton also in action. Tarvet made history by becoming the first British man to advance to the main draw through qualifying since Alexander Ward in 2017. The world No.719 got the better of Alexander Blockx 6-3 3-6 6-2 6-1 to reach his first-ever Grand Slam main draw, at the same tournament he attended as a child. Advertisement 'It's a great feeling, qualifying for your first Slam,' said Tarvet. 'As a kid, we used to go every year with either my parents or my sister. 'I played tennis growing up and was pretty good, so it was something I'd always looked forward to, coming down to Wimbledon and seeing the professionals. 'It seemed so far away then but it's the reality now and it's a great feeling. I was happy to pull through.' But there was no such happy ending for Appleton, who was defeated by Veronika Erjavec 6-2 2-6 6-0. For the latest action on the British summer grass court season, check out the LTA website
Yahoo
26-06-2025
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- Yahoo
GB's Tarvet, ranked 719, reaches Wimbledon main draw
Oliver Tarvet previously defeated top-250 players Terence Atmane and Alexis Galarneau in the first two qualifying rounds [Getty Images] Britain's world number 719 Oliver Tarvet has reached the Wimbledon singles main draw - which will contain the highest number of home players for 41 years. Tarvet upset Belgian world number 144 Alexander Blockx 6-3 3-6 6-2 6-1 in the final round of qualifying on Thursday. Advertisement It was the 21-year-old's first time playing a best-of-five match. Tarvet's victory means there will be 23 British players - 11 men and 12 women - in the singles draw when Wimbledon begins on 30 June. That is the most since 1984, when there were nine men and 14 women. The Englishman, who is from St Albans, competes on the US collegiate circuit and has one year left on his studies at the University of San Diego. Most college sports in America are strictly amateur, so Tarvet will be unable to claim the vast majority of his £66,000 prize money for reaching the Wimbledon first round. "There's a lot of emotions, but the the main one is just happiness," Tavert said. Advertisement "Ever since I was a little kid, it's been my dream." Tavert previously defeated top-250 players Terence Atmane of France and Canadian Alexis Galarneau in the first two rounds of qualifying. Earlier on Thursday, British world number 550 Hamish Stewart fell 6-3 4-6 6-3 6-4 to Swiss Leandro Riedi. Emily Appleton also missed out on a main-draw spot, losing 6-2 2-6 6-0 to Veronika Erjavec of Slovenia. 'I might be flying my coach home by private jet' Tarvet's prize money situation is not unheard of. Last year, Australian Maya Joint forfeited more than $200,000 in prize money after reaching the second round of the US Open while still an amateur at the University of Texas. Advertisement Student-athletes are allowed to claim up to $10,000 per year from any prize money, which goes towards expenses and entrance fees. "It's a little bit awkward because I've got to find a lot of expenses and I really want to come back to University of San Diego to complete my fourth year," Tavert said. "What they've done for me is just incredible and I'm so grateful. I want to spend my fourth year there and really leave my mark on US history. "I can claim up to $10,000 so I might be flying my coach on a private jet at home." Tavert 'unlikely to change his plans' Analysis by BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller Advertisement Qualifying for the main draw of Wimbledon is unlikely to change Tarvet's plans for the year ahead. He is said to be keen to complete his degree and play a final year on the phenomenally competitive US college circuit. He was ranked in the top 5 division one singles players in this year's NCAA Championships, having won 23 of his 25 matches. Tarvet has only played two professional tournaments this year, but won one of them - a $15,000 ITF World Tour event which took place in San Diego. The world number 719 has already accumulated five titles in his very short career - all of which have been on the lowest rung of the professional ladder. Advertisement $25,000 is the largest prize fund he has ever competed for. The total prize pot at Wimbledon is $73.52 million (£53.5 million).
BBC News
26-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
GB's Tarvet, ranked 719, reaches Wimbledon main draw
Britain's world number 719 Oliver Tarvet has reached the Wimbledon singles main draw - which will contain the highest number of home players for 41 upset Belgian world number 144 Alexander Blockx 6-3 3-6 6-2 6-1 in the final round of qualifying on was the 21-year-old's first time playing a best-of-five victory means there will be 23 British players - 11 men and 12 women - in the singles draw when Wimbledon begins on 30 is the most since 1984, when there were nine men and 14 women. The Englishman, who is from St Albans, competes on the US collegiate circuit and has one year left on his studies at the University of San college sports in America are strictly amateur, so Tarvet will be unable to claim the vast majority of his £66,000 prize money for reaching the Wimbledon first round."There's a lot of emotions, but the the main one is just happiness," Tavert said."Ever since I was a little kid, it's been my dream."Tavert previously defeated top-250 players Terence Atmane of France and Canadian Alexis Galarneau in the first two rounds of on Thursday, British world number 550 Hamish Stewart fell 6-3 4-6 6-3 6-4 to Swiss Leandro Appleton also missed out on a main-draw spot, losing 6-2 2-6 6-0 to Veronika Erjavec of Slovenia. 'I might be flying my coach home by private jet' Tarvet's prize money situation is not unheard year, Australian Maya Joint forfeited more than $200,000 in prize money, external after reaching the second round of the US Open while still an amateur at the University of are allowed to claim up to $10,000 per year from any prize money, which goes towards expenses and entrance fees."It's a little bit awkward because I've got to find a lot of expenses and I really want to come back to University of San Diego to complete my fourth year," Tavert said."What they've done for me is just incredible and I'm so grateful. I want to spend my fourth year there and really leave my mark on US history."I can claim up to $10,000 so I might be flying my coach on a private jet at home." Tavert 'unlikely to change his plans' Analysis by BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller Qualifying for the main draw of Wimbledon is unlikely to change Tarvet's plans for the year is said to be keen to complete his degree and play a final year on the phenomenally competitive US college was ranked in the top 5 division one singles players in this year's NCAA Championships, having won 23 of his 25 has only played two professional tournaments this year, but won one of them - a $15,000 ITF World Tour event which took place in San world number 719 has already accumulated five titles in his very short career - all of which have been on the lowest rung of the professional ladder.$25,000 is the largest prize fund he has ever competed for. The total prize pot at Wimbledon is $73.52 million (£53.5 million).
Scotsman
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Hamish Stewart Wimbledon: Who is Scottish tennis ace, what has he won, rank and where to watch Wimbledon 2025
The Scottish tennis player is taking part in the Wimbledon qualifiers 2025 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Move along Sir Andy Murray, because a new Scottish tennis sensation has arrived in the shape of Hamish Stewart, who could be set to take part in this year's Wimbledon for the first time in his career. A wildcard entry into the qualifying stages of the tournament, he may be ranked at 550th in the world, but he is now just one win away from making his debut at the Wimbledon championship after reaching the final round of qualifying. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Having already won four qualifying games, Stewart can claim a place in the opening round of the world famous tennis tournament with a victory over Leandro Riedi of Switzerland on Thursday. "It's been a rollercoaster," said Stewart following his third-round qualifying win over 24th seed Federico Agustin Gomez. "I've had a bit of luck but I feel I was due a bit of luck and I'm loving the experience." Here is everything you need to know about Hamish Stewart, his career to date so far, honours list and how watch him in Thursday's Wimbledon qualifiers 2025: Scottish tennis star Hamish Stewart could qualify for Wimbledon with a win in the final qualifying round today. | Getty Images When does Hamish Stewart play at Wimbledon today, and how to watch Stewart is scheduled to play his final Wimbledon qualifying match against Leandro Riedi on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11am on Court 2 at the Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Centre in Roehampton, London. Wimbledon qualifying matches, including Stewart's, have been broadcast live in the UK on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer, starting at 11am each day. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Who is Hamish Stewart? Born in Strathblane on July 30, 1999, Stewart is a 25-year-old professional tennis player who is ranked 550th in the ATP rankings. He first turned professional in 2018 following his college tennis career at Tulane University and the University of Georgia. He has thus far earned approximately $33,071 in prize money. During his time in America, he was Georgia's number one singles player, and ended his time there with a 28-13 overall record, 20-7 in dual matches, 8-3 against conference opponents, and 18-9 against nationally ranked opponents. He has an undergraduate degree from Tulane University, and a postgraduate degree at the University of Georgia from 2021–2022. He has been ranked as high as 478 (March 2024 in the ATP rankings), and had a career-high world junior ITF ranking of No. 185, which is ranked as 11th in the UK at the time, and number two in Scotland. What has Hamish Stewart won? Despite being ranked 550th in the world, the Strathblane-born tennis player has picked up several honours during his career. Stewart has won a total of seven different ITF World Tour titles (the ITF World Tour serves as the entry level for professional tennis and sits between the ITF Junior World Tennis Tour and the elite levels of the sport). He has also enjoyed success in tennis doubles, winning two professional titles, including one with George Houghton in Spain. He represented Scotland in the 2017 Commonwealth Games as a junior. Made his first professional singles final in France in October 2023, and rose over 780 spots in the ATP rankings, ending the year at a career-high of 651.
Scotsman
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Hamish Stewart: Who is Scottish tennis player aiming to qualify for Wimbledon 2025? Age, birthplace, rank
The Scottish tennis player is taking part in the Wimbledon qualifiers 2025 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Move along Sir Andy Murray, because a new Scottish tennis sensation has arrived in the shape of Hamish Stewart, who could be set to take part in this year's Wimbledon for the first time in his career. A wildcard entry into the qualifying stages of the tournament, he may be ranked at 550th in the world, but he is now just one win away from making his debut at the Wimbledon championship after reaching the final round of qualifying. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Having already won four qualifying games, Stewart can claim a place in the opening round of the world famous tennis tournament with a victory over Leandro Riedi of Switzerland on Thursday. "It's been a rollercoaster," said Stewart following his third-round qualifying win over 24th seed Federico Agustin Gomez. "I've had a bit of luck but I feel I was due a bit of luck and I'm loving the experience." Here is everything you need to know about Hamish Stewart, his career to date so far, honours list and how watch him in Thursday's Wimbledon qualifiers 2025: Scottish tennis star Hamish Stewart could qualify for Wimbledon with a win in the final qualifying round today. | Getty Images When does Hamish Stewart play at Wimbledon today, and how to watch Stewart is scheduled to play his final Wimbledon qualifying match against Leandro Riedi on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11am on Court 2 at the Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Centre in Roehampton, London. Wimbledon qualifying matches, including Stewart's, have been broadcast live in the UK on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer, starting at 11am each day. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Who is Hamish Stewart? Born in Strathblane on July 30, 1999, Stewart is a 25-year-old professional tennis player who is ranked 550th in the ATP rankings. He first turned professional in 2018 following his college tennis career at Tulane University and the University of Georgia. He has thus far earned approximately $33,071 in prize money. During his time in America, he was Georgia's number one singles player, and ended his time there with a 28-13 overall record, 20-7 in dual matches, 8-3 against conference opponents, and 18-9 against nationally ranked opponents. He has an undergraduate degree from Tulane University, and a postgraduate degree at the University of Georgia from 2021–2022. He has been ranked as high as 478 (March 2024 in the ATP rankings), and had a career-high world junior ITF ranking of No. 185, which is ranked as 11th in the UK at the time, and number two in Scotland. What has Hamish Stewart won? Despite being ranked 550th in the world, the Strathblane-born tennis player has picked up several honours during his career. Stewart has won a total of seven different ITF World Tour titles (the ITF World Tour serves as the entry level for professional tennis and sits between the ITF Junior World Tennis Tour and the elite levels of the sport). He has also enjoyed success in tennis doubles, winning two professional titles, including one with George Houghton in Spain. He represented Scotland in the 2017 Commonwealth Games as a junior. Made his first professional singles final in France in October 2023, and rose over 780 spots in the ATP rankings, ending the year at a career-high of 651.
