Novak Djokovic makes decision on boycotting Wimbledon as Serb 'happy' about punishment
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John McEnroe 'goes after' Tim Henman in lively row over Wimbledon ban - 'It's a mistake'
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Wimbledon's ban on Russians is a mistake says Djokovic
PARIS : Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players from this year's tournament following the invasion of Ukraine was wrong and lacked respect, world number one Novak Djokovic said on Monday.
Raducanu fends off qualifier to win opener at Roland Garros
Emma Raducanu showed great determination to fight back and edge Czech qualifier Linda Noskova 6-7 (4-7) 7-5 6-1 in the first round at the French Open on Monday.
'Why would they boo?' – John McEnroe fumes as Novak Djokovic jeered over wild celebrations at French Open
John McEnroe slammed the crowd for booing Novak Djokovic during his opening match at the 2022 French Open, with the supporters appearing to take issue with him over-celebrating. Leading by a set and a break against Yoshihito Nishioka, Djokovic unleashed a booming roar after surviving a pressure point on his own serve. Ad/> “Look at this guy, first round!” joked McEnroe on Eurosport commentary.
‘It was a mistake!’ – John McEnroe challenges Tim Henman over Wimbledon ban of Russian and Belarusian players
John McEnroe and Tim Henman were involved in a lively debate over the decision by Wimbledon to ban Russian and Belarusian players, and the subsequent move by the ATP and WTA tours to strip the tournament of ranking points. Wimbledon banned players from Russia and Belarus due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, saying they had «no viable alternative within the framework of the government's position».
Tennis-With no ranking points, Henman hopes Wimbledon prestige will lure players
(Reuters) - Wimbledon may have been stripped of its ranking points by the ATP and WTA Tours over excluding players from Russia and Belarus but that should not stop players competing at the tournament, former British number one Tim Henman has said.
With no ranking points, Henman hopes Wimbledon prestige will lure players
Wimbledon may have been stripped of its ranking points by the ATP and WTA Tours over excluding players from Russia and Belarus but that should not stop players competing at the tournament, former British number one Tim Henman has said.