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Mid East Info
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mid East Info
Nicole Kidman Wears OMEGA at Wimbledon Men's Final - Middle East Business News and Information
We are pleased to let you know that our brand ambassador, Nicole Kidman, was spotted wearing OMEGA at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on Sunday afternoon. The actress attended the Men's Singles final wearing a white blazer and shirt, along with a 28 mm Constellation in stainless steel (131.15.28.60.56.001). The watch features a diamond-paved bezel and a sun-brushed grey dial with diamond indexes.
Scottish Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Why is there a pineapple on the top of the Wimbledon trophy?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WINNING Wimbledon is one of the greatest feats a tennis player can achieve - with the men's champion presented with a spectacular trophy as well as millions in prize money! Here we take a look at the history of the cup presented to the Men's Singles winner and why there's a pineapple at its peak. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Carlos Alcaraz won Wimbledon in 2023 and 2024 3 He defeated tennis GOAT Novak Djokovic to lift the Trophy on both occasions Credit: Sunday Times The Wimbledon Gentlemen's Singles Trophy is one of the most iconic prizes in the world of sport, instantly recognisable by its elegant design and the somewhat curious pineapple ornament perched on top of its lid. The trophy itself was first introduced in 1887, replacing earlier incarnations that had been permanently won by players after consecutive championship triumphs. Crafted by the prestigious silversmith firm Elkington & Co., the trophy stands 18 inches tall and weighs approximately three and a half kilograms. It is made of silver gilt and bears the inscription: 'The All England Lawn Tennis Club Single Handed Championship of the World.' Champions receive a three-quarter size replica of the cup instead of the real thing, which is kept at SW19 throughout the year. But it's the pineapple pinnacle that draws the most attention and curiosity. To understand why this particular fruit was chosen, it helps to consider the cultural context of the late 19th century. During the Victorian era, pineapples were not the everyday treat we know today. Instead, they were rare, exotic and expensive, often imported at great cost from tropical regions. Because of their scarcity and the difficulty involved in cultivating them in Europe, pineapples became a symbol of wealth and luxury. BBC Wimbledon pundit McEnroe walked out as furious fight broke out in press room They were often used as decorative motifs in architecture, furniture and silverware to convey status and welcome. Displaying a pineapple was a way to show generosity and high social standing. It was associated with warmth and hospitality, signalling to guests that they were honoured and valued. 3 Andy Murray lifted the trophy in 2013 and 2016 Credit: AFP This symbolism made the pineapple an ideal emblem to adorn the Wimbledon trophy, which represents not only sporting excellence, but also the prestige and tradition of the All England Club. Nobody is one-hundred percent sure why the trophy features the pineapple. But a spokesperson for the Wimbledon Museum backed up this theory: "In the 17th century pineapples were impossible to grow in the UK and they had to be imported, so being presented with one at a feast was seen as a great compliment. "You might have seen pineapples being used on gateposts of stately homes as you travel around the UK. It's because of their rarity." So while no official record explicitly states why the pineapple was chosen for the Wimbledon trophy, historians widely accept that its inclusion was meant to reflect these values of exclusivity and graciousness.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wimbledon 2025: Keira Knightley, Nicole Kidman and more A-listers stun with elegant white ensembles in royal box appearance
The Wimbledon Men's Singles final, which is happening on Sunday, 13 July, has had a number of high-profile attendees to spice up the event. Spotted in the royal box during the esteemed tournament's final day were Kiera Knightly, Nicole Kidman, Anna Wintour, and Kiera's husband, James Righton. All of them came dressed in various white and cream-colored fashion ensembles, befitting the summer atmosphere. Wimbledon's no stranger to being a star-studded affair, with the tournament playing host to many celebrity appearances in the past, including the 2024 tournament that featured appearances from Tom Cruise, Nicole Scherzinger, Salma Hayek, and retired tennis legend Roger Federer. The Men's Singles final is between Alcaraz and Sinner The celebrities are attending the Men's Singles final, which is between the defending champion from Spain, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner, who's currently the number one player in Italy. The match is hotly anticipated because of Alcaraz's defending champion status, with audiences watching with bated breath to see whether the 2025 finale will end in an upset victory. keira knightley is having so much fun at wimbledon (july 13, 2025) 🎾 The celebrities attending Wimbledon have had storied careers The celebrities spotted in the royal box during the 2025 Wimbledon finals have had illustrious careers that have made them household names. Anna Wintour is a British-American media mogul who's been the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine since 1988. She's also the present chairperson for the high-profile Met gala event, which drew massive headlines in May of this year. Nicole Kidman is one of Australia's most successful actresses ever since her breakthrough into Hollywood in the 1990s. Her recent roles include 2024's Special Ops: The Lioness and The Perfect Couple. Kiera Knightly rose to mainstream prominence thanks to her role as Elizabeth Swann in the popular Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy. Recently, she starred in the Netflix original series Black Doves. Her husband, James Righton, is best known for his tenure as a member of British rock band Klaxons, which went on indefinite hiatus in 2015. With Wimbledon being as star-studded as ever, the grand slam tournament shows no signs of going out of style. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Wales Online
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Emma Raducanu in new Carlos Alcaraz relationship admission as star 'kept on his toes'
Emma Raducanu in new Carlos Alcaraz relationship admission as star 'kept on his toes' Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz will team up in the mixed doubles at the US Open later this year, with the Brit admitting she left the Spaniard hanging before agreeing Emma Raducanu is seen in attendance during the Men's Singles semi-final match between Carlos Alcaraz and Roberto Bautista Agut (Image: Luke Walker, Getty Images for LTA ) Emma Raducanu has opened up about leaving Carlos Alcaraz in suspense over their proposed US Open doubles partnership, although they share a long-standing friendship. The British tennis sensation is poised to join forces with the consecutive Wimbledon men's champion at this year's US Open. The duo promises to be a show-stopping entertainment for spectators, yet Raducanu disclosed that she made Alcaraz wait after he initially reached out to her. Reflecting on the double act they'll soon form, the 22-year-old quipped: "Gotta keep them on their toes!" She further remarked: "I mean, of course, I had to ask my team if they wanted me to play. "But for me, when he asked me, I was going to say yes, I just had to kind of go through the formality of asking my coach, so I didn't just make the decision." Article continues below Raducanu and Alcaraz are set for a nostalgic coming together at the US Open, a nod to the early days of their friendship sparked nearly four years ago at the same event. She recounted: "I've known him for years and actually in Wimbledon 2021 it was like kind of the first time I started getting to know him, and I had a good run there and then also again in the US Open in 2021. "And I remember he was always playing the day before me and I was playing like the second day of the round. And I would see him win and then I would have motivation to win and get myself into that position too," reports the Mirror. "And I remember he beat Stef [Tsitsipas] in the third round and it was like a big win, his breakout kind of win on a big stage and it was really cool to kind of, I guess, go through that tournament together and then I kept going through the US Open, but we were staying in touch for the whole time and yeah, it's nice." Despite their divergent paths since that time, Raducanu added: "We have a good relationship still. He's obviously overtaken me a lot, but it's nice that we have that from a while ago." Speaking about the significance of longstanding friendships, she said: "I think for all of us, we really kind of value those connections that we had from when we were young because when you become a bit more known or a bit more successful, you just find yourself reverting back to people you knew from a young age because you're like, that's a real genuine connection, because it becomes very busy and you have a lot more friends but the ones that you've known for a long time mean a lot more to you." Article continues below Raducanu is hopeful that her camaraderie with Alcaraz will spur her on to further success following her surprise victory at the 2021 US Open, where she clinched the women's singles title on her first attempt, a feat achieved by only one other player before her. Yet since her stunning triumph, Raducanu has struggled to reach the same heights, failing to advance past the first round in her subsequent two attempts and missing out on the competition in 2023.
IOL News
15-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Drama unfolds in thrilling PNB Singles Championships
Cheryl Waterman The greens at sponsoring clubs were ablaze with talent and tension this past weekend as the 2025 PNB Men's Open, Veterans and Under-25 Singles Championships drew to a dramatic close on Sunday. At Hillcrest Bowling Club, spectators were treated to gripping playoffs and semi-finals in the Men's Open Singles. In a battle of giants the 2024 champion, Chris Strover from Stella Park, faced off against Hillcrest's Wayne Roberts, while Westville BC club mates Paul White and Dion Audie contested a derby showdown. Roberts and White emerged victorious, setting up a repeat of the 2024 BSA Nationals Men's Open Men's Singles final.
