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The Pick: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Karolina Pliskova, Wimbledon semifinals | Tennis.com

Aryna Sabalenka’s first career Top 10 win came three years ago against Karolina Pliskova, on grass in Eastbourne.

Now, the Belarusian will hope to defeat the Czech again on turf as she aims to reach her first Grand Slam final. ? ?


The Belarusian looks to be a solid bet as she aims to reach her first career Grand Slam final.

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No scheduling love for Britain's Emma Raducanu | Tennis.com

British fans immediately fell in love with the talent and smile of Emma Raducanu, but also became frustrated at the lack of Centre Court action for the teen sensation.

The anger became so intense that the Wimbledon organizers released a statement on the matter.


British fans were less than pleased with the lack of Centre Court action for their country's star.

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The Rally, Wimbledon Edition: Hubert Hurkacz's breakthrough win, Roger Federer's concerning loss, and what it all means | Tennis...

"I'm actually very happy I made it as far as I did here...Of course I would like to play it again, but at my age you're just never sure what's around the corner." Read: ?

-Roger Federer | Wimbledon


It will be fascinating to see what the immediate and long-term future holds for both men after the 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-0 result.

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Here's the lineup for tomorrow. Who are you rooting for? Wimbledon

Here's the lineup for tomorrow. ? Who are you rooting for?

Wimbledon



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Love is in the air: SNL's Pete Davidson and Bridgerton's Phoebe Dynevor make relationship public at Wimbledon | Tennis.com

Hollywood’s new couple looked blissful as they chatted, cheered, sipped drinks, and shared affectionate kisses and hugs. ?

Pete Davidson | Wimbledon


There’s another kind of love occurring at the All England Club this year, and this one has nothing to do with game scores.

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Candor and Deception: Angelique Kerber unleashes lefty guile to return to Wimbledon semifinals | Tennis.com

"Now I'm back. I'm coming after a really tough time. I was not playing good the last few months." Read: ?

Angelique Kerber | Wimbledon


The 2018 champion hasn't been this far at the All England Club since she won the title.

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Andy Murray fires back at Piers Morgan for "harsh" Emma Raducanu take | Tennis.com

British teenager Raducanu was forced to retire from her Round of 16 match against Ajla Tomljanovic due to difficulty breathing.

And Andy Murray wasn’t too pleased with Piers Morgan’s opinion on the matter. ?

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The 18-year-old was forced to retire from her Round of 16 match against Ajla Tomljanovic due to difficulty breathing.

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Playing into title form? Barty breezes into Wimbledon semifinals | Tennis.com

The world No. 1 Ashleigh Barty dispatched Ajla Tomljanovic, 6-1, 6-3, to line up a sensational Wimbledon semifinal with 2018 champion Angelique Kerber.

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The world No. 1 dispatched Ajla Tomljanovic, 6-1, 6-3, to line up a sensational semifinal with 2018 champion Angelique Kerber.

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Stat of the Day: Roger Federer now 18-0 in third-round matches at Wimbledon | Tennis.com

Roger Federer ended Norrie's best-ever run at his home major to improve his career record to 18-0 in third-round matches at Wimbledon.

He’s never lost a fourth-round match at the grass-court major, either. ?


The eight-time champion has never lost in the fourth round, either.

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Naomi Osaka nominated for two ESPY Awards | Tennis.com

Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ is up for “Best Athlete, Women’s Sports,” against Simone Biles, UFC fighter Amanda Nunes and WNBA star Breanna Stewart.

She's also up for Best Athlete, Women’s Tennis,” against Victoria Azarenka, Ashleigh Barty and Sofia Kenin. ?


The four-time major champion is up for both best women’s athlete and best women’s tennis player.

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Kate Middleton appears court-side at Wimbledon | Tennis.com

British royalty ?Tennis royalty

The Duchess of Cambridge returns to watch some Wimbledon action.
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The Duchess of Cambridge greeted fans and watched Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares win their doubles opener.

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Why not? Emma Raducanu thrills tennis world with Wimbledon breakthrough | Tennis.com

There’s nothing quite like the shock of that moment when fans get their first glimpse of a star in the making.

This Wimbledon, we've gotten to see the debut performance of Emma Raducanu, and it's been both surprising and stunning. ?


Bolstered by support from idols like Andy Murray and Garbiñe Muguruza, the British teen has blasted through the first week of her home Slam.

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Women's Trophy

Three rounds complete.

________ will lift this trophy next Saturday? ⬇️



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Here is the lineup for tomorrow. Which Wimbledon matches are you tuning in for?

Here is the lineup for tomorrow. ?
Which Wimbledon matches are you tuning in for?



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Nick Kyrgios and Venus Williams showed again that mixed doubles is the most underutilized format in tennis | Tennis.com

“I think we’re a bit of a danger pair if we serve well. The crowd will definitely get behind us.”
- Nick Kyrgios

Do you think the pair will make a deep run in the Wimbledon mixed doubles draw?
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On the “danger pair,” and their entertainingly competitive first-round win over Austin Krajicek and surprise star Sabrina Santamaria.

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TenniStory: Taylor Fritz

Coming from a tennis family, Taylor Fritz knew that professional tennis and the ATP tour were definitely in his grasp.

Now that he’s arrived, Fritz is looking to make a mark. ?



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The Pick: Nick Kyrgios vs. Felix Auger-Aliassime | Tennis.com

It takes a special player to spend six months Twitch-streaming Call of Duty and playing basketball with former NBA stars and still succeed at Wimbledon. ?


Kyrgios looks to keep his "no pressure" Wimbledon run going against Auger-Aliassime, who has been phenomenal on grass courts in his young career.

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'Somehow I found a way' -- Djokovic wins again at Wimbledon | Tennis.com

"Failure is never an option for me, or anybody in my family." Read: ?
-Novak Djokovic


Novak Djokovic has improved to 17-0 in Grand Slam matches this year by beating American qualifier Denis Kudla in straight sets in the third round at Wimbledon

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Djokovic Practice Pass Wimbledon 21

Up next: a man who needs no introduction. ?

Live blog→ http://tnns.co/blog070221

Novak Djokovic | Wimbledon



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Good Morning!

Rise and shine! Day 5 of #Wimbledon starts now. ?



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