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Otago Daily Times
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Norrie stuns Tiafoe on favourite Wimbledon patch
New Zealand-raised Cameron Norrie returned to his favourite patch of Wimbledon turf to stun American 12th seed Frances Tiafoe and reach the third round with a 4-6 6-4 6-3 7-5 win. Court One might lack the aura of the All England Club's historic Centre Court, but Norrie loves it, having won three matches there during his semifinal run in 2022. The chemistry was clear for all to see again on a mercifully fresh Wimbledon day as the world number 61 recovered from losing a tight first set to bamboozle a flat-looking Tiafoe. "I was really happy with the schedule when I saw I was on Court One as it's my favourite court," Norrie, who has reached the third round for the fourth time, said. "We both played high level but I stayed so calm and I really enjoyed the battle. The atmosphere was amazing." Norrie, 29, was one of seven home players who won their first-round singles matches on Monday — a British record of wins for a single day at Wimbledon in the professional era. All seven were back on Wednesday, with Sonay Kartal continuing the charge as she thrashed Bulgaria's Viktoriya Tomova 6-2 6-2 to book her place in the last 32. "Today was a good day at the office," she said. Norrie's reign as British number one was ended by Jack Draper, who he surprisingly beat on Court One last year in the second round, and he has struggled to reach the heights of 2021 when he won the Miami Open and 2022 when he lost to Novak Djokovic in the semifinals at Wimbledon. He lost in the first round of both his warm-up events on grass, but after an excursion on Court 18 on Monday, where he beat Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut, he was handed a Court One slot for his clash with Tiafoe. FREE-HITTING TIAFOE Initially it was the free-hitting Tiafoe who looked right at home, taking a tight opening set with a single break of serve. But everything changed at the end of the second. Norrie found himself in big trouble when serving at 4-4, going down 0-40. But he reeled off five points in a row to avert the danger and broke in the next game with a superb low backhand winner to snatch the set. Left-hander Norrie, who had never previously beaten a top-20 player at Wimbledon, bristled with energy in the third set, dictating the points as Tiafoe began to fade. Norrie failed to capitalise on one break of serve as he allowed Tiafoe to reply, but another break proved decisive as he moved to within one set of victory. Tiafoe left the court for seven minutes for a bathroom break before the start of the fourth set but Norrie refused to be thrown off his stride and broke serve for a 4-3 lead. Again Tiafoe responded, but Norrie was relentless as he again pounced on the American's serve before completing victory. Tiafoe's exit means 14 of the 32 men's seeds are out of the tournament less than halfway through the first week.
India Today
a day ago
- Sport
- India Today
Barbora Krejcikova in awe of Alexandra Eala after Wimbledon R1 scare: What the hell
Barbora Krejcikova was in awe of Alexandra Eala after she survived a huge scare in the first round of the Wimbledon 2025 women's singles. On Tuesday, July 1, Krejcikova had to rally back from a set down to beat Eala 3-6, 6-2, 6-1 on Centre took an early break in the first set, but Eala made a stunning comeback to break her opponent's serve twice to prevail. From the second set onwards, the defending champion upped her game and didn't give Eala much of a 2025 Day 2 Updates Eala came into the tournament in good form after finishing as the runner-up in the Eastbourne Open. Krejcikova, who recently recovered from a thigh injury, said that Eala would become a better player in the next couple of years."First of all, big credit to her."Barbora Krejcikova is full of praise for 20-year-old Alexandra Eala following their three-set battle #Wimbledon Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 1, 2025'I'd like to start with giving credit to Alex. I mean, what the hell did she play in the first set?' Krejcikova said in the on-court interview.'She was smashing the ball. She was cleaning the lines. Wow. It's the next generation coming up. She's gonna be really good in a couple of years. Big, big credit to her,' Krejcikova was stupendous in the Miami Open earlier this year after beating three Grand Slam champions - Jelena Ostapenko, Iga Swiatek and Madison Eala leaves to warm applause following a Centre Court debut to be proud of #Wimbledon Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 1, 2025'I was counting every minute'Krejcikova, who also won the French Open in 2021, talked about how she prepared herself mentally before taking the court.'I was definitely enjoying the moment. I was really excited for this day. Before the match I was counting every minute until the match was coming up. When I walked from the locker room down here.. it's just very nice and a very special moment. Having that opportunity that I can see my name there and I can see the trophy.. it's super super special. I'm really happy I can be here and experience this,' Krejcikova will next face Caroline Dolehide, who defeated Arantxa Rus 6-2, 6-2.- EndsMust Watch
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Tearful Ons Jabeur retires from Wimbledon match due to breathing difficulties
The 30-year-old, who has endured a torrid time with injuries, required a medical timeout in the first set of the contest on Court 14. Having been in clear distress, she managed to play on in scorching temperatures before withdrawing while trailing 7-6 (5) 2-0 to Bulgarian world number 111 Tomova. Jabeur, who was beaten in the 2022 and 2023 finals at SW19, has plummeted to 59 in the rankings amid ongoing fitness setbacks. A shoulder issue led to a premature end to her 2024 season and, just three months into her return, she hobbled off court in tears at this year's Miami Open after suffering a leg strain. Tournament organisers later confirmed the Tunisian had experienced breathing issues. 'I wasn't expecting not to feel good, I've been practising pretty well the last few days but I guess these things happen and I'm pretty sad,' said Jabeur. Heartbreak for Ons Jabeur 💔 The two-time Wimbledon finalist was in tears as she retired from her first round match against Viktoriya Tomova 😭#Wimbledon — BBC Sport (@BBCSport) June 30, 2025 'It doesn't really help me with my confidence. I keep pushing myself, even though it was a very tough season for me, so I hope I can feel better and see what's going to happen.' World number one Aryna Sabalenka eased into the second round by defeating Canadian grand slam debutant Carson Branstine in straight sets. The three-time major winner cruised through the opening set on Court One before securing a decisive break in game 11 of a closer second en route to a 6-1 7-5 success. Belarusian Sabalenka, who missed last year's championship due to a shoulder injury and has never been past the semi-finals, could meet British number one Emma Raducanu in round three. The world No.1 is off to a winning start 💪 Aryna Sabalenka defeats Carson Branstine 6-1, 7-5#Wimbledon — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) June 30, 2025 'I'm super happy to be back, to be healthy and to compete at this beautiful tournament,' she said in her on-court interview. 'I was really depressed last year that I couldn't feel this atmosphere and I'm super happy with the performance. I feel like I'm in a good place.' Marketa Vondrousova – the 2023 champion – set up a second-round clash with home favourite Raducanu by defeating American McCartney Kessler. The 26-year-old Czech backed up her recent success at the Berlin Open with a 6-1 7-6 (3) victory over the 32nd seed, who won in Nottingham this summer. Starting strong 💪 Our 2023 Ladies' Singles Champion Marketa Vondrousova is into the 2R, beating McCartney Kessler 6-1, 7-6(3)#Wimbledon — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) June 30, 2025 Australian Open champion Madison Keys avoided an upset by coming from a set down to scrape past Elena-Gabriela Ruse. The 30-year-old American sixth seed prevailed 6-7 (4) 7-5 7-5. Last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini also survived a scare, coming from a set down to defeat Latvian world number 402 Anastasija Sevastova 2-6 6-3 6-2. Four-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka overcame Australia's Talia Gibson 6-4 7-6 (4), while Lulu Sun, who knocked out Raducanu in round four last year, lost 6-4 6-4 to Marie Bouzkova. Fourteenth seed Elina Svitolina won 6-3 6-1 against Hungarian Anna Bondar.
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Tearful Ons Jabeur retires from Wimbledon match due to breathing difficulties
The 30-year-old, who has endured a torrid time with injuries, required a medical timeout in the first set of the contest on Court 14. Having been in clear distress, she managed to play on in scorching temperatures before withdrawing while trailing 7-6 (5) 2-0 to Bulgarian world number 111 Tomova. Jabeur, who was beaten in the 2022 and 2023 finals at SW19, has plummeted to 59 in the rankings amid ongoing fitness setbacks. A shoulder issue led to a premature end to her 2024 season and, just three months into her return, she hobbled off court in tears at this year's Miami Open after suffering a leg strain. Tournament organisers later confirmed the Tunisian had experienced breathing issues. 'I wasn't expecting not to feel good, I've been practising pretty well the last few days but I guess these things happen and I'm pretty sad,' said Jabeur. Heartbreak for Ons Jabeur 💔 The two-time Wimbledon finalist was in tears as she retired from her first round match against Viktoriya Tomova 😭#Wimbledon — BBC Sport (@BBCSport) June 30, 2025 'It doesn't really help me with my confidence. I keep pushing myself, even though it was a very tough season for me, so I hope I can feel better and see what's going to happen.' World number one Aryna Sabalenka eased into the second round by defeating Canadian grand slam debutant Carson Branstine in straight sets. The three-time major winner cruised through the opening set on Court One before securing a decisive break in game 11 of a closer second en route to a 6-1 7-5 success. Belarusian Sabalenka, who missed last year's championship due to a shoulder injury and has never been past the semi-finals, could meet British number one Emma Raducanu in round three. The world No.1 is off to a winning start 💪 Aryna Sabalenka defeats Carson Branstine 6-1, 7-5#Wimbledon — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) June 30, 2025 'I'm super happy to be back, to be healthy and to compete at this beautiful tournament,' she said in her on-court interview. 'I was really depressed last year that I couldn't feel this atmosphere and I'm super happy with the performance. I feel like I'm in a good place.' Marketa Vondrousova – the 2023 champion – set up a second-round clash with home favourite Raducanu by defeating American McCartney Kessler. The 26-year-old Czech backed up her recent success at the Berlin Open with a 6-1 7-6 (3) victory over the 32nd seed, who won in Nottingham this summer. Starting strong 💪 Our 2023 Ladies' Singles Champion Marketa Vondrousova is into the 2R, beating McCartney Kessler 6-1, 7-6(3)#Wimbledon — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) June 30, 2025 Australian Open champion Madison Keys avoided an upset by coming from a set down to scrape past Elena-Gabriela Ruse. The 30-year-old American sixth seed prevailed 6-7 (4) 7-5 7-5. Last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini also survived a scare, coming from a set down to defeat Latvian world number 402 Anastasija Sevastova 2-6 6-3 6-2. Four-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka overcame Australia's Talia Gibson 6-4 7-6 (4), while Lulu Sun, who knocked out Raducanu in round four last year, lost 6-4 6-4 to Marie Bouzkova. Fourteenth seed Elina Svitolina won 6-3 6-1 against Hungarian Anna Bondar.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Miami Dolphins Owner Closing in on Purchase for Major Tennis Tournament
Miami Dolphins Owner Closing in on Purchase for Major Tennis Tournament originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Stephen Ross, the billionaire owner of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium, is closing in on a deal to acquire a massive stake in a major tennis tournament. Advertisement According to Gillian Tan of Front Office Sports, it is a roughly 45% stake in the Miami Open. Tan reported that the move is part of a bigger deal led by entertainment mogul Ari Emanuel and his group of investors, which is purchasing both the Miami and Madrid Opens from Endeavor. Ross bought the 95% ownership stake in the Dolphins back in 2009 for $1 billion when he was 69 years old. The other five percent is owned by the family of Wayne Huizenga, who passed away in 2018. Ross, who just turned 85 in May, is now making another massive deal. "Ross, the founder and non-executive chairman of real estate firm Related Companies, last year sold 13% in the Dolphins and South Florida-based sports and entertainment assets—including the Hard Rock Stadium," Tan said. Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross reacts after the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Navarro-Imagn Images Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the Dolphins, has also hosted the Miami Open since 2019. Additionally, it has hosted the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix since it began in 2022. According to Tan's sources, the tennis tournament has been extremely popular and setting records in this year's event. Advertisement "The 2025 Miami Open, held in March, drew more than 405,000 attendees, a tournament record, and revenue from ticketing, sponsorships, and hospitality also set records, a person with knowledge of the matter told FOS," Tan said. It is safe to say that Ross, who also has a massive footprint at his alma mater (the University of Michigan), is making his mark on the city of Miami and its surrounding areas. Related: Dolphins' 2025 First-Round Pick Predicted To Be a Bust This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
