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Wimbledon: ‘Worst surface’ – Lower-ranked players see grass as chance to beat GOAT Rafael Nadal, says Mats Wilander

Mats Wilander says that lower-ranked players see grass as an opportunity to get a result against “greatest of all time” Rafael Nadal, but he has also paid tribute to the 22-time Grand Slam winner’s longevity. Nadal secured his place in round three of Wimbledon following a 6-4 6-4 4-6 6-3 win over Ricardas Berankis — meaning the No. 2 seed remains on course for a record-extending 23rd Grand Slam singles title.

Wimbledon: 'I'm emotional' - Laura Robson and Mats Wilander react to 'incredible' Katie Boulter victory

Katie Boulter beat 2021 Wimbledon finalist Karolina Pliskova to reach the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time in her career. She beat the world No. 7 in three sets, 3-6 7-6(4) 6-4, on Centre Court on Thursday afternoon, and her performance — that has set up a tie with Harmony Tan — has been praised by Mats Wilander and Laura Robson, who spoke on Eurosport after the match.

‘Not many players know how to play on grass!’ – Mats Wilander backs Andy Murray for future Wimbledon success

Andy Murray will continue to play Wimbledon as it is the Grand Slam where he has most chance of future success, according to Mats Wilander. The former world No.1 suffered his earliest exit at Wimbledon as he was beaten in the second round in four sets by John Isner on Centre Court. Ad/> Two-time champion Murray had never previously lost before the third round at the All England Club in 13 attempts, but he could not overcome a dominant serving display from Isner, who won 6-4 7-6(4) 6-7(3) 6-4.

Wimbledon: 'I don’t like to see that stuff' - Britain's Paul Jubb on Nick Kyrgios' fiery exchanges with fans

Britain's Paul Jubb has spoken about having to «block all that stuff out» after his defeat to Nick Kyrgios in their first-round match at Wimbledon after several unpleasant exchanges with fans and the Australian. Kyrgios advanced to the second round of Wimbledon on Tuesday after seeing off Jubb in five sets, but the encounter was littered with controversy with Kyrgios admitting he had spat at a fan, whilst also getting into an argument with a line judge. Ad/> «For the most part I was trying to stay in my own lane and block all that stuff out,» Jubb told Talksport.

'Nick Kyrgios not a villain at all' - Mats Wilander praises 'emotional' Australian after Wimbledon antics

Nick Kyrgios can land a big title if he keeps focusing on his tennis, according to Eurosport's Mats Wilander. Kyrgios advanced to the second round of Wimbledon on Tuesday after seeing off Britain's Paul Jubb in five sets, but the encounter was littered with controversy with Kyrgios admitting he had spat at a fan, whilst also getting into an argument with a line judge. Ad/> Wilander nonetheless thought that — as has not always been the case in his career — Kyrgios was at least invested in the outcome of the match, and that if the Australian can continue to show that desire, then success may follow.

Serena Williams' loss to Harmony Tan at Wimbledon down to lack of 'intimidation factor', says Mats Wilander

Serena Williams' shock Wimbledon defeat may have had its roots in her losing her «intimidation factor», believes Mats Wilander. On her comeback from injury after a year out, Williams succumbed in three sets to world No. 113 Harmony Tan of France, whose varied style caused the American problems throughout on Centre Court.

'Iga is the favourite' - Mats Wilander explains key change Swiatek has made to her game for Wimbledon

Mats Wilander has declared that he still views Iga Swiatek as «the favourite» to triumph at Wimbledon, and he has pointed out a key change that she has made. The top seed overcame a slight wobble against qualifier Jana Fett to book her place in round two at SW19. After a comfortable first set, the world No.

Rafael Nadal ‘more fun’ to watch than Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, says former world No 1

Mats Wilander says he no longer wants to commentate on Rafael Nadal’s matches as he “just wants to watch him play” as he is often blown away by the Spaniard’s touches.

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Wimbledon: ‘Worst surface’ – Lower-ranked players see grass as chance to beat GOAT Rafael Nadal, says Mats Wilander

Wimbledon: 'I'm emotional' - Laura Robson and Mats Wilander react to 'incredible' Katie Boulter victory

‘Not many players know how to play on grass!’ – Mats Wilander backs Andy Murray for future Wimbledon success

Wimbledon: 'I don’t like to see that stuff' - Britain's Paul Jubb on Nick Kyrgios' fiery exchanges with fans

'Nick Kyrgios not a villain at all' - Mats Wilander praises 'emotional' Australian after Wimbledon antics

Serena Williams' loss to Harmony Tan at Wimbledon down to lack of 'intimidation factor', says Mats Wilander

'Iga is the favourite' - Mats Wilander explains key change Swiatek has made to her game for Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal ‘more fun’ to watch than Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, says former world No 1