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Emma Raducanu and Novak Djokovic are in the headlines prior to day three starting (Image: Getty)
We’ve reached day three of Wimbledon and there’s already been plenty of drama to digest. British fans were left dejected yesterday after it emerged Andy Murray woul not recover in time to play in the singles, but is still hoping to play in the doubles alongside orother Jamie.
There have been wins however for the likes of Jack Draper, Katie Boulter and Emma Raducanu – with the latter back in action today against Elise Mertens on Court No.1 Defending men’s singles champion Carlos Alacaraz also plays against Aleksander Vukic.
Novak Djokovic is safely through, and there was no sign of discomfort in his knee as he sauntered to a win over Vit Kopriva yesterday. Some matches were delayed because of steady rain at SW19, but thankfully Wednesday’s forecast suggests there will be few disruptions.
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29 mins ago12: 16 Fraser Watson
Murray and Raducanu to play mixed doublesHuge news for British fans!
Wimbledon organisers have confirmed Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will enter this year’s Mixed Doubles Championship as wild cards.
57 mins ago11: 48 Fraser Watson
Djokovic opponent has ‘no idea’British player Jacob Fearnley admits he doesn’t know how he’ll handle Novak Djokovic tomorrow.
When asked how he will approach the clash, the world No.277 told reporters: “That’s a good question. I don’t think many people have the answer to that.
“I have no idea. I’ve watched so many videos of him. It doesn’t look like there’s many flaws in his game. I’m going to try and enjoy it, put my game out on the court and see what happens. I don’t think there’s many tactics going into the match.”
1 hour ago11: 20 Yasmin Syed
Ash Barty surprises Wimbledon fans with free biscuits on returnAsh Barty is back at Wimbledon for the first time since lifting the trophy in 2021.
And the former world No. 1 has been surprising fans by handing out Tim Tams in Wimbledon Piazza.
The Aussie, who will compete in the invitational doubles this year, said: “It’s great to be back in London for the tennis and to help Tim Tam, my all-time favourite bikkie, celebrate their UK launch! There’s nothing better than a taste of home while travelling, and now that Tim Tam is available in the UK I know what I’ll be dunking into my coffee throughout the tournament.”
Ash Barty handing out Tim Tams to fans in Wimbledon (Image: Arnott’s )
1 hour ago11: 17 Fraser Watson
Play suspendedAh the good old British summer.
With play about to begin on the outside courts, down comes the rain and proceedings will be pushed back.
A reminder that it’s July folks. Yes, July.
The rain starts to fall at Wimbledon just when play was about to begin. Matches wonu2019t start until 11: 45am at the earliest
u2014 Stuart Fraser (@stu_fraser) July 3, 2024 2 hours ago10: 50 Fraser Watson
Draper raises stakes for Norrie clashJack Draper has said Cam Norrie won’t like the fact he’s now British No.1 ahead of a huge Wimbledon clash between the pair on Thursday.
“Obviously he won’t like the fact that I’m British No.1 now,” said Draper. “I’m a lot younger. Obviously got Dan (Evans) and Cam, Andy (Murray) might be stopping soon. Dan and Cam definitely probably won’t like seeing me being British No.1. I think that creates a really healthy rivalry and environment.”
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Jack Draper celebrates his first round win. (Image: Getty)
3 hours ago09: 52 Fraser Watson
Korda’s ‘favourite’ vow backfiresSebstian Korda has been subjected to ridicule online after his first round defeat to Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard yesterday.
Last season, the Czech star branded himself ‘one of the favourites’ to win the tournament. He’s since gone down to consecutive first stage exits at SW19.
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4 hours ago08: 46 Fraser Watson
Djokovic wants O’Sullivan lessonNovak Djokovic was watched by Ronnie O’Sullivan on Centre Court yesterday and now wants to meet the snooker great again.
He 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 billiards, but snooker, I tried it twice, and it’s really, really tough.”
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5 hours ago08: 00 Fraser Watson
Today’s order of playPlay gets underway on Centre Court at 1.30pm today when fifth seed Daniil Medvedev takes on Alexandre Muller.
But many eyes will be on Court No.1. Coco Gauff gets things underway against Anca Todoni at 1pm, before Carlos Alcaraz v Aleksandar Vukic. The it’s Emma Raducanu against Elise Mertens.
5 hours ago07: 30 Fraser Watson
Djokovic avoids sanctionNovak Djokovic has explained he had special permission to wear non-white strapping for his first round match at SW19 yesterday.
After beating Vit Kopriva, he explained: “I actually met the chairwoman before walking onto the court. She gave me the thumbs up, so it was okay.
“Of course, we did check in the days prior if we have permission. We’re trying to find a white one, trust me. I know it’s not ideal. I like to go all white and I like to respect the rules. But I got the permission. I said to them that I will give our best for the next match the white one.”
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Novak Djokovic avoided punishment at Wimbledon. (Image: Getty)
5 hours ago07: 15 Fraser Watson
Raducanu takes aim at criticsEmma Raducanu has aimed a sly dig at her critics ahead of a second round match with Elise Mertens today.
The 21-year-old has implied she would rather take flak than be ignored, saying: “I think it just comes down to success. I think when they’re not talking about you, that’s when you need to start to worry.”
6 hours ago07: 00 Fraser Watson
Good morning!Welcome back to our live coverage of Wimbledon!
And it’s another huge day for British tennis, with Emma Raducanu looking to make it into the third round for the first time since 2021.
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