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Venus Williams is the only tennis player to achieve rare Olympic feat in Open Era. Can Andy Murray match fellow legend?
Venus Williams has won medals in all three tennis disciplines at the Olympics.
Andy Murray’s ‘happy tears’ as Dan Evans makes confession about his doubles partner after latest miracle
Another match, another couple of match points saved by Andy Murray and Dan Evans.
The 9 greatest women’s H2H rivalries in Open Era: Evert v Navratilova, Graf v Sabatini, Graf v Sanchez Vicario
Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova met in 60 (!) finals.
Emma Raducanu praised for ruthless approach to coaching by former British No 1 – ‘I wish I did that more’
"I really admire her for her conviction in how she goes about deciding things for her career."
Rafael Nadal explains why he opted against following Novak Djokovic’s Olympic village decision
"I think playing in an Olympic Games without being in the village is like playing another event."
Novak Djokovic makes major schedule decision after victory over Rafael Nadal at Paris 2024
Novak Djokovic is unlikely to be the only big-name player to withdraw from ATP 1000 event.
Emma Raducanu +14 in rankings as she reveals key factor to gutsy victory in Washington
"I think I am just most proud of my mentality and character today."
The 9 greatest men’s H2H rivalries in Open Era: Djokovic v Nadal, Sampras v Agassi, Connors v McEnroe
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal have the most prolific rivalry in men's tennis in the Open Era.
‘We’ve got to protect Emma Raducanu,’ says former British No 1 as he makes ranking prediction for former US Open winner
"If she keeps on having consistent work, [a] consistent team, she'll get back into the top 10 hopefully."
Novak Djokovic v Rafael Nadal H2H rivalry ahead of ‘one last dance’ at Paris Games
Expect "fireworks" when Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal meet at the Paris Games.
Rafael Nadal makes ‘clear favourite’ admission ahead of Novak Djokovic clash and offers blunt reply to ‘last dance’ remark
Rafael Nadal has played down his chances of beating Novak Djokovic at Paris 2024.
Matteo Berrettini +10 in rankings as he reaches milestone after winning back-to-back titles
Matteo Berrettini has done it again and he is set for another jump in the rankings.
Tennis’ top 5 moments at Paris 2024 opening ceremony: GOATS on a boat as Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Emma Navarro star
Tennis was the big winner at the Paris 2024 opening ceremony.
Jannik Sinner and Anna Kalinskaya defended by two-time Grand Slam winner – ‘The haters will blame her for any failures’
"It was obvious that Anna Kalinskaya would be blamed for Jannik Sinner's inability to participate in the Olympic Games."
The 9 youngest WTA singles title winners: Does 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva make the list after her maiden title?
Tracy Austin sits comfortably at No 1 as she won her maiden title shortly after her 14th birthday.
Emma Raducanu gets rematch against opponent she defeated at Wimbledon with massive rankings boost in sight
Emma Raducanu will kick off her Washington Open campaign against the eighth seed.
Who is world No 275 Hady Habib, who will face Carlos Alcaraz in Paris? American-born Lebanese jokes about ‘looking lost’
Hady Habib is enjoying a "surreal" experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Rafael Nadal injury update after Paris Olympics ‘setback’
Rafael Nadal returned to training with a strapped thigh.
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal react to potential showdown at Paris Olympics – ‘Probably one last dance’
A Novak Djokovic-Rafael Nadal meeting at the Paris Games "will surely be a spectacle".
Andy Murray makes Emma Raducanu confession after Wimbledon furore as he also defends his ‘best supporter’
Andy Murray understands that "everyone is going to look out for their best interests".
The 9 longest matches of Andy Murray’s career as ‘man of steel’ calls time on singles career
Andy Murray was known for his marathon encounters.
Paris 2024 men’s draw: Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal dream match-up on cards as Carlos Alcaraz gets cushy draw
This way for your exciting Paris 2024 men's draw.
Former world No 1 confirms she will retire after Paris Olympics – ‘Wimbledon was my biggest reward’
Former world No 1 Angelique Kerber is hanging up her racket after the Paris Games.
Rafael Nadal warns of ‘mistake’ ahead of dream Olympic partnership with Carlos Alcaraz
Rafael Nadal cautious ahead of Olympic partnership with Carlos Alcaraz.
How much did the BBC pay John McEnroe for Wimbledon role and how does it compare to Gary Lineker’s salary?
John McEnroe again one of the top BBC earners when it comes to weekly and day rates.
Novak Djokovic won’t copy Rafael Nadal’s Olympic village decision after ‘terrible’ encounters in Tokyo
"The guy was eating and they would be curious about what is on his plate."
The 7 active men’s players with the most top 10 wins at Grand Slams: Novak Djokovic at No 1, Carlos Alcaraz on the rise
Carlos Alcaraz has already notched up five top-10 wins at Grand Slams in 2024.
Coco Gauff determined to uphold ‘friend and mentor’ Serena Williams’ legacy at Olympics
"Serena was once just a stranger printed on a poster hanging in your room, and now you still can’t believe she’s a friend and mentor."
Jimmy Connors baffled by Novak Djokovic’s confession about Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner – ‘I would never admit that’
"Maybe it’s reverse psychology that he’s throwing out there that, then if I win, I’m superhuman!"
Rafael Nadal makes huge Carlos Alcaraz prediction – ‘I don’t see a lot of players that can stop him’
"I think the best thing that he has today is in every tournament that he plays he is going to be the favourite."
Carlos Alcaraz’s ‘annihilation’ of Novak Djokovic leads to huge drop in BBC viewing figures for Wimbledon men’s final
A busy day of sport contributed to the drop in BBC viewing figures for the Wimbledon men's final.
‘Phenomenal’ Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon final win over Novak Djokovic ‘an annihilation’
The 2024 Wimbledon final "was just about one man".
ATP Rankings: Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz survive, Alex de Minaur No 6, Lorenzo Musetti top 20, Chris Eubanks -66
Check out your post-Wimbledon ATP Rankings.
WTA Rankings: Iga Swiatek No 1, Danielle Collins and Barbora Krejcikova top 10, Lulu Sun and Emma Raducanu top 100
This way for your post-Wimbledon WTA Rankings.
The 6 players to win the Roland Garros-Wimbledon double as Carlos Alcaraz achieves feat
Following up a Roland Garros title with a Wimbledon trophy is no easy feat.
Novak Djokovic’s violin celebration explained as he opens up about ‘jamming’ with daughter Tara and son Stefan
Novak on the saxophone, Tara plays the violin and Stefan on the guitar.
The 6 women to finish runner-up at Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same year as Jasmine Paolini joins unlucky list
Jasmine Paolini has become only the sixth woman to finish runner-up at Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same year.
Novak Djokovic named ‘favourite’ to win Wimbledon but Serbian warned Carlos Alcaraz ‘will make things very difficult’
Carlos Alcaraz has also been told to expect "five-hour" battle against Novak Djokovic.
Swedish Open draw: Rafael Nadal to face Borg first up as his path is unveiled for comeback event
This way for your Swedish Open draw.
‘Carlos Alcaraz tougher to face than Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic’
Daniil Medvedev gives his verdict on facing Federer, Nadal, Djokovic and Alcaraz.
The 9 players with most seasons reaching a Grand Slam final: Novak Djokovic skips past Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal
Just Novak Djokovic breaking yet another Grand Slam record.
Daniil Medvedev ‘was lucky not to be defaulted’ after ‘he dropped three f-bombs in a row at the umpire’
Should Daniil Medvedev have been defaulted from his Wimbledon semi-final match?
Jasmine Paolini ‘fast because of her Ghanaian roots’ as her father likens her to a ‘train’
"Her character is like her mother’s - like a train."
Who are Jasmine Paolini’s parents? The diminutive Italian has a mix of roots from Poland to Ghana
Besides being multicultural, Jasmine Paolini could also become the shortest women's Grand Slam champion in history.
WTA Rankings Winners And Losers Wimbledon: Jasmine Paolini top 5, Sonay Kartal, +108, Lulu Sun +70, Emma Raducanu +41
Who is moving up and who is moving down in the WTA Rankings after Wimbledon?
Novak Djokovic draws level with Roger Federer as he gets huge Wimbledon title boost with cards falling into place
Djokovic now just two wins away from another remarkable Wimbledon title.
The 9 players with the most career wins over the world No 1: Rafael Nadal ahead of rivals
Only nine players have reached double figures for wins over the world No 1.
The 9 Grand Slams with the most five-set matches: Wimbledon 2024 breaks long-standing Open Era record
Daniil Medvedev played five five-setters as the 2024 Australian Open equalled the record for most five-set matches.
‘Novak Djokovic gets a bit annoyed because he is not as popular as Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’
"I think deep down he gets a bit annoyed at some of his rivals, in particular Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal."
Emma Raducanu ‘more settled’ and backed to stick with Nick Cavaday – ‘She is working well with him and it is showing’
"It is a trust thing. She knew Nick from her early days."