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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova calls for SJSU to dismiss volleyball coach amid allegations: ‘Fire his a–!’
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has publicly called for San Jose State University (SJSU) to sack its women’s volleyball coach, Todd Kress, after Fox News Digital reported on a letter of allegations sent to the university in autumn 2024. The demand adds a prominent voice to scrutiny of the programme, which had already drawn national attention…
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Blister plaster sales almost double as Wimbledon fans seek relief – alongside hay fever sufferers
Sales of Compeed blister plasters at Wimbledon have nearly doubled this year, according to figures from the tournament’s on-site pharmacy, as spectators contend with blisters, hay fever and sunburn during warm summer days at the All England Club. The trend highlights how longer days spent walking the grounds — often in fashionable but impractical summer…
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Djokovic beats Auger-Aliassime in five-set thriller to progress to semi-finals
Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set match to reach the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2026. The contest lasted five hours and 15 minutes, making it the longest quarter-final in the tournament’s history and underscoring the gruelling nature of Djokovic’s route to the last four at SW19. The victory sets up a semi-final meeting between…
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‘It is not normal’ – but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
Novak Djokovic, aged 39, has reached the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2026 after beating Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime, 14 years his junior, in a five-set thriller lasting five hours and 15 minutes on Centre Court. The victory underlines why the 24-time Grand Slam champion — now one major from the all-time record — is still regarded as…
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5 Live Sport: All About… Wimbledon 2026
The BBC Radio 5 Live “Wimbledon Daily” podcast reviewed Day 9 of Wimbledon 2026, headlined by seven-time champion Novak Djokovic surviving a record-breaking, five-hour quarter-final. Djokovic won a deciding fifth-set tie-break to defeat third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime and reach yet another Wimbledon semi-final, though the panel questioned whether he has the physical reserves to overcome…
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What must Fery do to become Wimbledon semi-finalist?
Arthur Fery is bidding to become the fifth British man to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals in the Open era – here is how he can beat Italian 10th seed Flavio Cobolli.
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‘Hogwarts stuff’ – best shots from day nine at Wimbledon
BBC Sport has published a video compilation showcasing the best shots from day nine of Wimbledon 2026. The clip highlights standout moments of skill and shot-making from the tournament, offering fans a quick recap of the day’s on-court action. The video features American player Coco Gauff and Great Britain’s Alfie Hewitt, with one exchange praised…
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Why do we see empty seats at Wimbledon’s show courts?
BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains why there are often empty seats in the crowd at Wimbledon, despite high ticket sales
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Jannik Sinner into Wimbledon semi-finals after victory over Jan-Lennard Struff
Jannik Sinner reached the Wimbledon 2026 semi-finals with a composed straight-sets victory over Germany’s Jan-Lennard Struff, moving a step closer to defending his title. The world number one, who has not yet found his best form at the Championships, won 7-5 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 and showed no ill effects from the 30C heat that contributed…
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Coco Gauff fights back to beat Pegula and reach maiden Wimbledon semi-final
Coco Gauff came from a set down to defeat her compatriot Jessica Pegula 4-6 6-3 6-3 at Wimbledon 2026, securing a place in the semi-finals for the first time in her career. The all-American last-eight clash marks a significant milestone for Gauff, who added a strong grass-court run to her growing list of achievements at…