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Williams won her first Wimbledon singles title in 2002 – beating sister Venus in the final – and repeated the feat a year later.She won again in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015 and 2016 – with her seventh triumph meaning she equalled Steffi Graf’s Open era record of 22 major singles titles.After taking maternity leave in 2017, she reached the final on her next two Wimbledon appearances, but lost in straight sets to Angelique Kerber and Halep.Her 2021 campaign ended after just six games as she retired injured against Aliaksandra Sasnovich, and there were doubts she would return.Given a wildcard in…
Jude Bellingham reveals why singing the national anthem for England at the 2026 World Cup is so special to him. The 22 year old has been praised after speaking about his grandfather who passed away just before he made his senior England debut. His comments were posted by the media as England prepare for the second match of the group stage against Ghana on Tuesday. Jude Bellingham has revealed why singing the national anthem for England at the World Cup is so special to him. “I think the anthem is the last chance you get to really be mindful of…
Errol Spence Jr has weighed in on the Greatest of All Time debate, believing one man deserves to be recognised as the most accomplished fighter in history. On a pound-for-pound metric, many seem to regard Sugar Ray Robinson as the ultimate GOAT, as evidenced by his victories over 10 Hall of Famers. These triumphs include iconic wins over the likes of Jake LaMotta and Cuban great Kid Gavilan, with the American also avenging his defeat to Randolph Turpin in 1951. In the end, Robinson retired with a professional record of 174-19-6 (109 KOs), having become a multi-time world champion at…
Sharp, fearless and brimming with confidence, Lamine Yamal drifted past defenders with ease and injected life into Spain’s attack. There was a sense of inevitability about what would follow.When the breakthrough came, it was fittingly his.A low cross flashed across goal and Yamal arrived at the back post, sliding in to convert and score his first World Cup goal.The Atlanta stadium erupted as fans cheered, danced and chanted Lamine’s name. This was the superstar they had come to see.Guillem Balague, speaking on 5 Live, said he saw Lamine Yamal walking out looking around like he had just conquered the world.”Is…
Morocco vs Haiti kicks off at 18:00 local time on June 24, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta with Morocco already through to the round of 32 and Haiti eliminated. The Atlas Lions sit second in Group C on four points, while Haiti are bottom with zero points and a -4 goal difference after two matches. The Morocco vs Haiti betting odds make this as one-sided a group closer as the tournament has produced. Morocco’s four-point tally from two matches means this fixture is essentially a dead rubber for qualification purposes, but Walid Regragui’s successor, H. Regragui, will still want…
Vitali Klitschko was ahead on all three scorecards when Lennox Lewis retained his heavyweight titles in one of boxing’s most controversial stoppages on June 21, 2003. Klitschko entered the fight as a significant betting underdog despite owning a 32-1 record with 31 knockouts. From the opening bell, Klitschko exceeded expectations. Klitschko won the first two rounds on all three judges’ scorecards and opened a cut under Lewis’ left eye in the second. In the second round, he landed hard right hands that opened a cut under Lewis’ left eye and appeared to briefly shake the champion. Lewis responded in the…
They all got starts. They all promised. None delivered.India’s batters disappointed, but the South Africans bowled with a plan and their hearts out. And then Marizanne Kapp produced an innings she or her team will not forget anytime soon.South Africa delivered a body blow to India in a crucial match in the Women’s T20 World Cup. The Proteas won by six wickets with five balls to spare here at Old Trafford on Sunday.With the red-hot Australia on top of Group A with three wins in as many game, the battle is between India and South Africa for a spot in…
After winning his first grass-court title at Eastbourne three years ago, Cerundolo – who grew up playing on clay courts – did not win a single match on the surface in 2024 and 2025.”We don’t have many grass courts back home,” Cerundolo said.”The first time I played [on grass was in the Wimbledon qualifiers in 2021].”After that I’ve won two grass-court titles, so it’s incredible.”His decision to fly to the UK to practise on grass before this year’s tournament has reaped rewards.Cerundolo broke first in the opening set but failed to serve it out as momentum stayed with Paul in…
After getting their business underway with the arrival of Victor Munoz, Liverpool have now held talks to sign another La Liga star for Andoni Iraola. The Reds welcomed Munoz at the manager’s request, as he looks to reintroduce heavy-metal football at Anfield following their attacking struggles at the end of Arne Slot’s tenure. To do that, quick, direct wingers to be on the agenda. It’s why Munoz has arrived and why Yan Diomande is Liverpool’s top target to replace Mohamed Salah on the right-hand side. The Premier League giants are likely to spend big yet again, too. Recent reports have…
SOUTHAMPTON, England – Promoter Frank Warren was full of praise for his pocket-size “Piranha’ Ryan Garner after the Southampton’s man’s big win over Michael Magnesi at St Mary’s Stadium.Garner burst out of the blocks and maintained a frenetic pace through 12 exhausting rounds and, having talked about his destiny in the build-up, there was a strong feeling that he would not be denied.Hall of Fame promoter Warren was asked by BoxingScene whether it reminded him of any other boxers in his 50 years in the sport, and Warren quickly replied: “Ricky [Hatton]. I think Joe Calzaghe when he fought Mikkel…