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Novak Djokovic helps dry damp court after lengthy delay to first-round Wimbledon match against Pedro Cachin

Novak Djokovic took matters into his own hands after the grass on Centre Court took longer than expected to dry as rain showers blighted day one at Wimbledon. Djokovic, who is bidding for a record-equalling eighth Wimbledon title, saw his first-round match against Pedro Cachin suspended after the first set due to rain. Ad As it was only spitting it didn’t look like the rain would cause a long delay.

Newcastle United new boy Sandro Tonali ‘can’t wait’ to play in EPL

NEWCASTLE: Newcastle United new boy Sandro Tonali has revealed he cannot wait to feel the St. James’ Park “warmth” after completing his $66 million switch from AC Milan.

Novak Djokovic too good for Pedro Cachin as he reaches second round at Wimbledon after rain delay

Novak Djokovic started his bid for a record-equalling eighth Wimbledon title with a solid first-round win over Pedro Cachin. Djokovic was broken early by the world No. 68 but quickly recovered and always looked in control as he won 6-3 6-3 7-6(5).

Wimbledon To Celebrate Roger Federer Career On Centre Court

Wimbledon will celebrate Roger Federer's achievements at the All England Club with a special ceremony on Centre Court on the second day of the championships on Tuesday. The Swiss eight-time champion, who announced his retirement last September, will visit the scene of some of his greatest triumphs and be honoured before the start of play. "I'm pleased to say that Roger will be with us tomorrow and we will have a special celebratory moment on Centre Court before play starts just to honour him as the man holding the most gentlemen's singles titles here at Wimbledon," All England Club chief executive Sally Bolton said on Monday.

Wimbledon tightens security to prevent protests as tournament begins

Wimbledon officials have strengthened security and will use undercover "behavioural detection officers" in an attempt to prevent environmental protests at the tennis tournament, which began Monday.

Wimbledon round-up: Iga Swiatek swats away Zhu Lin

Iga Swiatek did not take long to get her Wimbledon campaign off to a winning start as she easily disposed of Zhu Lin.

Rublev leads Russian return with easy win

LONDON : Andrey Rublev said he was happy to be welcomed back to Wimbledon after becoming the first returning Russian through to the second round by beating Australian Max Purcell on Monday.

Wimbledon day one

LONDON : Highlights of the first day at the Wimbledon tennis championships on Monday (times GMT):

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Novak Djokovic helps dry damp court after lengthy delay to first-round Wimbledon match against Pedro Cachin

Newcastle United new boy Sandro Tonali ‘can’t wait’ to play in EPL

Novak Djokovic too good for Pedro Cachin as he reaches second round at Wimbledon after rain delay

Wimbledon To Celebrate Roger Federer Career On Centre Court

Wimbledon tightens security to prevent protests as tournament begins

Wimbledon round-up: Iga Swiatek swats away Zhu Lin

Rublev leads Russian return with easy win

Wimbledon day one