[ad_1] LONDON: Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek were in cruise control at Wimbledon on Wednesday, but confetti-throwing climate protesters and rain delays caused more headaches at the All England Club. Djokovic, bidding for a record equalling eighth Wimbledon men’s title and 24th Grand Slam crown, defeated Australia’s Jordan Thompson 6-3, 7-6 (7/4), 7-5. It was…
[ad_1] LONDON: As he continues his quest for a record-extending 24th Grand Slam title, Novak Djokovic will once again pit his wits against Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon, with the sidelined Australian serving an advisory role in countryman Jordan Thompson’s corner. Defending champion Djokovic faces Thompson on Wednesday, and though the odds will be heavily stacked…
[ad_1] LONDON: Wimbledon chiefs have tightened security over fears that climate activists could disrupt matches at the All England Club following high-profile protests at other sporting events. Three protesters from Just Stop Oil ran onto the ground during the second Ashes Test at Lord’s last week, sprinkling the group’s trademark orange powder. There were similar…
[ad_1] STUTTGART: Nick Kyrgios said he is “super-excited” to return to tennis following knee surgery as he begins his build-up to Wimbledon where last year he made a stunning run to the final. The fiery Australian takes the eighth seeding at the Stuttgart grass court tournament having not played an ATP match since early October…
[ad_1] LONDON: Several Russian and Belarusian players have already signed personal declarations that will clear them to compete as neutrals at this year’s Wimbledon championships, the All England Club said on Tuesday. Wimbledon announced last month that it had lifted its ban which prevented athletes from the two countries playing last year following Russia’s invasion…
