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Tennis player Kyrgios admits 'mistake' after failing test for cocaine

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Culture news

Prime Wimbledon seats exempt from UK ticket resale crackdown

Ticket touting has become increasingly sophisticated in recent years, according to the UK government. New measures, however, to restrict the illegal practice won't apply to Britain's most famously expensive tennis championship, Wimbledon.

20 November 2025

Sport

Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz to win his maiden Wimbledon title

World no. 1 Sinner has won the 2025 Wimbledon title for the first time, defeating defending champion Alcaraz, the first Spanish player to win two consecutive Wimbledon titles.

Food and Drink

Polish PM joins Iga Świątek in pasta with strawberries controversy

Iga Świątek revealed her favourite dish, pasta with strawberries, after winning her match. The statement sparked differing reactions, while a further post by Polish PM Donald Tusk caused an uproar.

Tech News

Wimbledon replaces sharply dressed line judges with AI to call shots

The suited line judges have been replaced by robots. Some argue it takes the theatrics out of the court and some players have reported difficulties with the tech.

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Europe News

Wimbledon’s line judges to be replaced by electronic system

Wimbledon will introduce Live Electronic Line Calling, replacing human line judges, aiming for maximum accuracy in officiating. Fans and line callers express mixed feelings.

10 October 2024

United Kingdom

Alcaraz beats Djokovic at Wimbledon to take home fourth Grand Slam

The Spaniard won 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (4) in front of a crowd which included a surprise visit from the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton.

Cinema

Game, set and watch: Top tennis films and documentaries you must see

As Wimbledon currently captivates audiences around the globe, it's the perfect time to delve into the world of tennis beyond the courts at SW19 with our top picks for tennis films and documentaries.

Lifestyle

Quit while you're ahead or not: Why is it so hard to say goodbye?

As the pressure mounts on US President Joe Biden, football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and British tennis knight Sir Andy Murray to step back or step down from the top, Garfield Myrie considers why is it so hard to say goodbye?

Lifestyle

AI will bring fans closer to the action at this year’s Wimbledon

Artificial intelligence is disrupting the way we live and work like never before. Now it’s taking the world of sport, for both competitors and fans, into a new dimension.

Business

Wimbledon: Game set and match as prize money reaches record

Wimbledon is serving up a record prize pot for its Championships this year with even a first-round loser collecting a consolation prize of £60,000.

Destinations

The best of Britain: What to see and do in 2024

Visitors to Britain rarely have enough time to take in all its best bits. If they do manage to tour a palace, take afternoon tea, enjoy an ancient monument and whizz around even two of London’s museums, they’re doing well.

9 November 2023

Spain

Alcaraz praises Djokovic after his historic win at Wimbledon

Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz says Djokovic and Rafa are still inspirational as he returns home to Murcia after the tournament

Culture news

Anatomy of a Wimbledon outfit: Top tips to look like tennis' top stars

Every summer, without fail, Wimbledon manages to transcend the sport itself and encourages even the most casual viewer to inject a little tennis chic into their every day looks. Euronews Culture is here to show you how.

United Kingdom

Unseeded Marketa Vondrousova wins women's singles final at Wimbledon

Vondrousova is the first unseeded finalist at Wimbledon since Billie Jean King made it that far in 1963

Sport

Wimbledon to trial 5G headsets for visually impaired tennis fans

The technology could help people watch the match from anywhere in the crowd and enjoy the spectacle alongside their friends and family.

Culture news

Anyone for Tenniscore?

The growing fashion trend of Tenniscore is taking over. From pleated skirts to white polo tops, this summer's fashionistas are focused on taking tennis attire off the courts.

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