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History 'Fuels' Novak Djokovic Wimbledon Title Bid Against Carlos Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic says the prospect of creating tennis history will provide the "fuel" he needs to defeat Carlos Alcaraz and clinch an eighth Wimbledon title and record 25th Grand Slam on Sunday. Just five weeks after undergoing surgery on his right knee, 37-year-old Djokovic can become the oldest Wimbledon champion of the modern era and avenge his heartbreaking five-set loss to the Spaniard in last year's final. "I'm aware of what's on the line. Any Grand Slam that I play, there's always history now on the line," said Djokovic.

Tales from Kent when England won the 1966 World Cup: From Wembley typewriters at Geerings to extra racing at Dumpton Park greyhound track

If England win the Euros this weekend - and with Spain stood between them and glory, it’s a big ‘if’ - one huge benefit will be that we can finally stop banging on about 1966.

English-Spanish families torn as they brace for Euro 2024 final

Anglo-Spanish couples are bracing themselves for a "tense" yet "fun" atmosphere in their homes during the Euro 2024 final. The showdown between England and Spain is set to take place this Sunday in Berlin.

Jasmine Paolini 'Scared To Dream' After Wimbledon 2024 Heartbreak

Jasmine Paolini said she was "scared to dream too much" after the bitter disappointment of losing the Wimbledon final to Barbora Krejcikova -- weeks after she lost the title match at the French Open. The seventh-ranked Italian recovered from a shaky start to level against her Czech opponent but ended up sinking to a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 defeat on Centre Court. At Roland Garros last month she lost the final to world number one Iga Swiatek, winning just three games. Despite the disappointments, it has been a remarkable rise for Paolini, the first Italian woman to reach a Wimbledon singles final.