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Tearful Iga Swiatek rides the emotional waves to launch Wimbledon defence

The 2025 champion defeated the American Taylor Townsend 6-1, 2-6, 6-3 in the first round of the women’s singles at Wimbledon

The Guardian - UK

Swiatek survives scare to kick off Wimbledon defence

Emotional Iga Swiatek has launched the defence of her Wimbledon crown with a victory -- but it was far from easy for the Polish great.

AAP

Iga Swiatek overcome with emotion after tense Wimbledon win over Taylor Townsend

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Iga Swiatek survives almighty Taylor Townsend scare in unconvincing start to Wimbledon title defence

The Pole won 6-1 2-6 6-3 in a little over two hours but for some time it looked like an upset was brewing on Centre Court

The Independent UK

Wimbledon Order of Play today: Day 2 schedule including Serena Williams and Katie Boulter

The women’s draw dominates the picks of day two’s action

Evening Standard

Wimbledon 2026 Women’s Seed Report: All Eyes Are on Serena Williams

Aryna Sabalenka looks for her first major title of 2026 and Iga Świątek hopes to defend her title, but the legend’s return has pulled focus.

Sports Illustrated

Wimbledon matches to watch: Serena Williams returns, a real first-round blockbuster, and a clash of two favourites

Williams will make her singles comeback against Maya Joint, while there was a gasp during the Wimbledon ceremony as Taylor Fritz was drawn against Britain’s Jack Draper

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Osaka and Townsend's dinner for Black players at French Open caused 'bit of a stir' on social media

Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend drew attention off the court for organizing a dinner for Black players before the French Open started

The Independent UK

Coco Gauff says Australian Open did not apologise over racket-smash clip

Coco Gauff said she did not receive an apology or response from the Australian Open after she was broadcast letting off steam by breaking a racket in a private area

The Guardian - UK

2026 Roland Garros Women’s Seed Report: Aryna Sabalenka Is the Favorite in an Open Field

The French Open title is up for grabs, with a handful of viable contenders vying for the championship trophy.

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: Why Laver Cup Isn’t Like Other Exhibitions

The tournament defies classification, as it departs from the rankings but is highly competitive.

Sports Illustrated

Great Britain ease past Japan and into semi-finals of Billie Jean King Cup

The USA lie in wait in the last four.

The National (Scotland)

Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal star to set up Great Britain clash with USA

Kartal and Boulter won in straight-sets to book a semi-final against the USA

The Independent UK

Billie Jean King Cup: Sonay Kartal and Katie Boulter win as Great Britain set up semi-final with United States

Britain beat Japan after winning both singles in straight sets in their quarter-final

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Taylor Townsend Issues Apology for Critical Comments Made About Chinese Food

Townsend is currently playing in the Chinese city of Shenzhen for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Billie Jean King Cup Finals 2025 for FREE: live stream tennis online from anywhere, schedule

All the ways to watch Billie Jean King Cup Finals 2025 live streams online and from anywhere as the best tennis-playing countries commence battle in Shenzhen.

The Independent UK

American tennis star Taylor Townsend apologizes for comments about Chinese food

American tennis star Taylor Townsend has apologized for making disparaging comments about Chinese food before the United States plays Kazakhstan at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Shenzhen, China

The Independent UK

Tennis player Taylor Townsend apologises for offensive comments on Chinese food after backlash

The WTA doubles world No 1 came under fire for insensitive comments on social media

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Sports Illustrated

50 Parting Thoughts From the 2025 U.S. Open

Aryna Sabalenka defended her title in commanding fashion and Carlos Alcaraz toppled Jannik Sinner, while fans enjoyed Honey Deuces and caviar-topped chicken nuggets.

The Guardian - US

Once body-shamed by the USTA, Taylor Townsend became the US Open’s people’s champ

Townsend turned a fraught history with the USTA into triumph, leaving New York as the unexpected star and the defining figure of this year’s US Open

International Business Times

US Open Offers Home Court Advantage To Top Brands

The US Open, the last Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, has become a coveted money-making opportunity for the world's top brands, in everything from banking to ice cream, generating hundreds of millions of dollars.

The Independent UK

Gabriela Dabrowski lifts US Open title just over a year after battling cancer

The Canadian was diagnosed with breast cancer last spring and needed two operations.

The Guardian - US

Venus Williams’s new quest: finding out how much longer she can stretch time

The 45-year-old fell short in her quest to reach the US Open doubles quarter-finals, but her love for tennis appears undiminished

The Independent UK

Venus Williams bows out of US Open doubles after memorable win

The 45-year-old and Leylah Fernandez were beaten by top seeds Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova.

The Independent UK

Venus Williams offers update on tennis future after US Open doubles defeat

The 45-year-old Williams and partner Leylah Fernandez were beaten by top seeds Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova to end their tournament run

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