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WIMBLEDON quarter-finals gets underway TODAY - and the SW19 tournament has been nothing short of thrilling.
Novak Djokovic is through to the final eight after beating Holger Rune in a quickfire straight sets win - but was involved in a blockbuster interview on BBC after in which he blasted Rune's "disrespectful" supporters.
Jannik Sinner faces Danill Medvedev while reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz plays Tommy Paul.
Though we have no Brits left for the second week after Emma Raducanu lost on straight sets to qualifier Lulu Sun.
- Start time: Play underway from 11am
- TV channel/ live stream: BBC/ BBC iPlayer
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3rd Jul 2024, 11:50By Etienne Fermie
Weather update
It's more bad news I'm afraid folks.
With it continuing to drizzle here in SW19, the latest is no play before 12:15pm... and even that feels ambitious.
We may well not have a ball struck until Coco Gauff and Anca Todoni get underway on No1 Court at 1pm.
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3rd Jul 2024, 11:28By Etienne Fermie
Wimbledon men's odds
While the rain prevents the start of play at SW19, let's take a look at the latest odds for the men's singles title.
Over at BetMGM, they favour world No1 Jannik Sinner over reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz and even Novak Djokovic.
Do you agree?
- Jannik Sinner – 9/4
- Carlos Alcaraz – 5/2
- Novak Djokovic – 13/4
- Hubert Hurkacz – 14/1
- Alexander Zverev – 20/1
- Alex De Minaur – 30/1
- Jack Draper – 30/1
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3rd Jul 2024, 11:07By Etienne Fermie
Rain, rain go away
Bad news folks!
Just as play was set to get underway on the outside courts, the rain has returned to thwart such plans.
With the covers on, there will be no play until 11:45am at the earliest.
I'll be on hand to keep you updated with the latest news.
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3rd Jul 2024, 10:48By Etienne Fermie
Meet Emma Navarro
Emma Navarro is the billionaire tennis star set to make her Centre Court debut this afternoon.
The 19th seed at this year's Wimbledon Championships, Navarro will take on four-time Major champion Naomi Osaka in a hotly-anticipated second round battle.
Navarro, 23, is an emerging force on the WTA Tour, sitting at a career high ranking of No17 in the world.
Earlier this year she won her first tour level title, beating Elise Mertens to triumph in Hobart in January.
She has also earned a cool $1,074,546 (£850k) in prize money so far this year - although this figure is dwarfed by her family's existing wealth.
The talented 5ft 7in star is the daughter of American tycoon Ben Navarro.
As per Forbes, Ben is worth a staggering $1.5bn (£1.2bn) - more than Roger Federer $550m (£434m), Novak Djokovic $240m (£189m) Rafael Nadal $220m (£174m) combined.
You can read more about Navarro by clicking here.
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3rd Jul 2024, 10:35By Etienne Fermie
Jabeur on unusual surroundings
Two-time former finalist Ons Jabeur learned late on last night that her match would be moved Court 14, among Wimbledon's smallest.
The Tunisian, 29, didn't seem to mind her modest surroundings, easily dispatching of Japan's Moyuka Uchijama 6-3 6-1.
On Court 14, she said: "It's such a beautiful court, I enjoyed seeing a lot of people.
"Yeah, maybe sometimes when we play on big courts, not everybody gets the chance to see us play. That was actually very nice to play on Court 14.
"It was cozy, you know? For the first time, I think I can hear what my coach was saying to me, which I couldn't pretend that I didn't hear this time."
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3rd Jul 2024, 09:57By Etienne Fermie
Good morning from Wimbledon
Morning folks from SW19, where there have been a few spots of rain so far today.
The covers have been on, but with it currently being dry, we should hopefully have play on the outside courts starting on time at 11am.
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3rd Jul 2024, 09:29By James Orr
When is Emma Raducanu playing today?
Emma Raducanu continues her Wimbledon quest today and will be back out in action on Court No 1 from around 4.15pm this afternoon.
Anca Todoni (ROU) vs Coco Gauff (USA) [2] 1
Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) [3] vs Aleksandar Vukic (AUS) 2
Emma Raducanu (GBR) vs Elise Mertens (BEL) 3
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3rd Jul 2024, 09:23By James Orr
Day three Order of Play
(Centre Court from 1.30pm BST)
Alexandre Muller (FRA) vs Daniil Medvedev [5] 1
Naomi Osaka (JPN) vs Emma Navarro (USA) [19] 2
Jannik Sinner (ITA) [1] vs Matteo Berrettini (ITA) 3
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3rd Jul 2024, 07:00By Etienne Fermie
Iga Swiatek on dream dinner
World No1 Iga Swiatek has revealed which three tennis stars from yesteryear she most like to eat dinner with.
The Pole, 23, said after her round one win over Sofia Kenin: "For sure Steffi Graf. I would love to talk to her and meet her, share some experiences.
"Also I think Maria Sharapova, 'cause we never really talked because she kind of retired when I was still going up.
"And I feel like she made some good decisions off the court in terms of her business, and she handled everything well. You can kind of take example from her.
"And Serena."
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3rd Jul 2024, 05:00By Etienne Fermie
Rublev on racquet abuse
Sixth seed Andrey Rublev was seen whacking himself with his own racquet during his shock first round exit to Francisco Comesana yesterday.
Trying to explain his concerning behaviour, the Russian said: "I would not do it if I was able to hit the racquet on the floor. Because we're not allowed to hit them with the grass.
"I don't know why in that moment, I couldn't take it any more. I needed to let emotions out.
"But thanks, everything is fine. Again, I was a bit lucky."
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3rd Jul 2024, 03:00By Etienne Fermie
Novak Djokovic on The Rocket
The Serbian superstar has admitted that he is a fan of Ronnie O'Sullivan, after the snooker legend watched him play on Centre Court yesterday.
Speaking about The Rocket, Djokovic said: "I'm his fan. I watch snooker just because of him. I watched when I was a kid. Honestly, I watched him play many years ago.
"My father loved watching snooker. I only watched Ronnie. Whenever he would not play, I would not watch. We just had a meet-up, an interaction for the first time. It was great.
"He was one of the sport greats I used to watch when I was a kid. It was really nice to have him around. Hopefully we're able to play some snooker 'cause I'm really bad at snooker.
"I'm okay at pool or billiard, but snooker, I tried it twice, and it's really, really tough.
"Yeah, it's amazing. He's a really, really nice person, nice guy, and very funny."
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:28By Etienne Fermie
Katie Boulter on Dart test
British No1 Katie Boulter has admitted that it will be "tough" to face compatriot Harriet Dart on Thursday.
Both women booked their places in round two tomorrow with straight sets victories.
Speaking about her Battle of Britain test next up, Boulter said: "Absolutely. For me, every single match counts. I think we both know each other's games inside-out, back-to-front at this point. We've played so many matches.
"But I do have to draw on the last things that I have played with her and use that to my advantage in the next round. I think it's going to be extremely tough.
"I have a lot of respect for her on this surface. It's one of her favourite ones. This is actually her home club. She's been here since she was a tiny tot with her mum.
"Yeah, I know she's grown up here. I know how tough it's going to be. I think it's exciting. You have two Brits here who are playing some very good tennis.
"Yeah, she's someone that's going to make it very hard for me. I'm going to have to bring my A game."
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:22By Etienne Fermie
That's all from day two
With Danielle Collins' round one clash with Clara Tauson being suspended for bad light at 6-3 4-4, that's it from day two at this year's Wimbledon Championships.
The day began with the bombshell news that Andy Murray had withdrawn from the singles event due to his back injury, although he did confirm that he will play doubles with his brother Jamie.
We have had plenty of British success to enjoy, however, with Jacob Fearnley, Cameron Norrie, Jack Draper, Katie Boulter and Harriet Dart all triumphant.
The likes of Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina and Ons Jabeur all began their respective campaigns with wins.
But defending women's champion Marketa Vondrousova shockingly crashed out to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro - become the first to do so at Wimbledon in 30 years.
Keep it here for more coverage of this year's Championships, with the likes of Emma Raducanu, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff all set to be in action tomorrow.
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:17By Etienne Fermie
Draper books Battle of Britain
Jack Draper has beaten Elias Ymer 3-6 6-3 6-3 4-6 6-3 in an arduous first round Centre Court battle.
The British No1 will now face the man he overtook to achieve such an accolade Cameron Norrie in a second round Battle of Britain on Thursday.
On the same day Harriet Dart will play Katie Boulter - which means that Britain is guaranteed at least one man and woman in the the third round.
While elsewhere on Thursday, Jacob Fearnley will get a crack at Novak Djokovic.
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:09By Etienne Fermie
Fran Jones update
British hopeful Fran Jones lost 3-6 6-1 6-2 to Croatia's Petra Martic earlier today.
The 23-year-old had been flying... until being hit by a nasty case of cramp.
Her more experienced opponent then hurtled to victory, with Jones unable to compete at her best through physical issues.
She will not speak to the press this evening.
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:04By Etienne Fermie
Cameron Norrie through!
Britain's Cameron Norrie has beaten Facundo Diaz Acosta and the fading light to book his place in round two!
The Brit prevailed 7-5 7-5 6-3 on No3 Court, earning a much needed win amid a run of exceptionally poor form.
He could face compatriot Jack Draper next...
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2nd Jul 2024, 21:00By Etienne Fermie
Cameron Norrie latest
Dan Evans' match on Court 12 may have been suspended, but Cameron Norrie is trying to squeeze in the conclusion of his match against Facundo Diaz Acosta in fading light on No3 Court!
Norrie is serving for the match at 7-5 7-5 5-2, and roared with delight when he broke in the last game.
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:54By Etienne Fermie
Play suspended on Court 12
Dan Evans has now gotten his way on Court 12, with play suspended at 6-2 to 3-3 to Tabilo.
Wearing a knee brace following his recent injury at Queen's, Evans was never a happy figure on the slick Court 12 turf.
At the end of the first set, which he lost 6-2, the 34-year-old accused the supervisor of "not caring about the players".
Evans, despite being the home player, found himself heckled and wound up by Tabilo's sizeable support.
Upon play being suspended at 3-3 in the second set, Evans fist pumped towards his team - he will regroup and look to come back tomorrow.
Interestingly, they are still playing on some other outside courts.
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:48By Etienne Fermie
Jack Draper latest
While it's been kicking off with Dan Evans on Court 12, Jack Draper has gotten back underway on Centre Court against Elias Ymer, under the now-closed roof.
The pair exchanged breaks to begin the fifth, with Draper now 2-1 up on serve.
This one looks to be going to the wire...
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:40By Etienne Fermie
Dan Evans kicks off
Trailing Alejandro Tabilo 6-2 2-2, things are not going well for Dan Evans.
The Brit, 34, recovered from a knee injury suffered at Queen's to be fit in time for Wimbledon.
He had been scheduled to play on No2 Court, but due to earlier rain delays found his match moved to Court 12 in fading light, despite No1 Court, which has a roof, being vacant.
At 5-2 down in the first set, Evans complained about the state of the court, while he also appeared to have a complaint with Tabilo's team.
The Brummy seemed to ask his opponent to have a word with his team, although when the Chilean went over to them he wore a smirk.
He also asked to see the supervisor regarding the court, and when he did at the end of the set, which he lost 6-2, he blasted: "I'm not willing to play on this court when it's wet. Again Remy, you don't care about the players."
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:29By Etienne Fermie
Jack Draper going five
Well, well... Elias Ymer has taken the fourth set 6-4!
With the match now level at 3-6 6-3 6-3 4-6, Draper and Ymer are heading to a decider.
Surely in this fading light the roof will be required...
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:21By Etienne Fermie
Cameron Norrie nearing victory
British No2 Cameron Norrie is just one set away from a priceless victory.
The former Wimbledon semi-finalist has been in horrible form going into the Championships.
But in the fading light on No2 Court, he, so far, getting it done against Argentina's Facundo Diaz Acosta.
He leads 7-5 7-5 on No3 Court.
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:09By Etienne Fermie
Fran Jones bows out
Bradford-born Fran Jones has become the latest Brit to bow out of this year's Wimbledon Championships.
Under an hour after fellow young gun Henry Searle lost to Marcos Giron having led by a set, Jones suffered the same fate against Petra Martic.
Jones, 23, ended up falling 3-6 6-1 6-2 to her more experienced opponent.
Her wait for a maiden Grand Slam victory goes on.
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:07By Etienne Fermie
Stefanos Tsitsipas cryptic tweet
Stefanos Tsitispas' X account posted this DURING his three-set win over Taro Daniel earlier.
Yep... me neither.
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2nd Jul 2024, 20:03By Etienne Fermie
Stan Wawrinka tweets
It's fair to say at 39, Stan Wawrinka isn't worried about upsetting organisers.
The Swiss star has politely taken to social media to ask for the full schedule, with only Centre Court and No1 Court having so far been confirmed.
Veteran three-time Major winner Wawrinka is set to face Gael Monfils.
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