Kudermetova and Mertens win Wimbledon women's doubles title
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Indian Express
4 hours ago
- Indian Express
At Wimbledon, dignity in victory and defeat told a deeper story
It is easy, in elite sports, to become impatient with vulnerability. To go searching for dominance and drama, and overlook the quiet work of resilience and grace. Over the last two weeks at Wimbledon, however, it wasn't just the on-court exploits that left a mark. It was the dignity with which both victory and defeat were carried that told a deeper story — of the cost of sustaining greatness; of titans coming undone by age; of promise stumbling on the brink of arrival; of rivalries softening into mutual respect. From 38-year-old Novak Djokovic pushing his unwilling body to its limits to women's singles runner-up Amanda Anisimova fighting loss and personal setbacks — the death of her father and a mental-health breakdown — to reach her first Grand Slam final, only to be demolished 6-0, 6-0, this year's tournament threw up moments that were authentic, aching and utterly human. Jannik Sinner's maiden Wimbledon crown was equally moving, not only for the precision of his play or his athletic supremacy — though his backhand, especially, sang — but for what it revealed about growth. Weeks earlier, at Roland Garros, the Italian had returned from a three-month doping ban and lost the final — from three championship points — to the very opponent he now outplayed. Carlos Alcaraz came into the Wimbledon final on a career-best 24-match winning streak, but Sinner brought something harder to measure: The quiet fire of redemption. Only after the euphoria of his achievement had settled in would he climb into his box, fold into his family's arms, and weep. Sport, at its most moving, isn't just about mastery, it is about faith. After records have been broken and personal milestones achieved, it is about what it costs to keep coming back, year after year, not always as the favourite, not always whole, but because of the stubborn hope that circumstances change, one dream at a time. At this year's Wimbledon, it was this very spirit — decent, dignified, defiant — that found room to breathe.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek light up Wimbledon dinner with surprise viral dance moment
Two tennis players added a surprise twist on what was supposed to be a formal celebration of success. Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek gave supporters a surprise moment following their Wimbledon 2025 triumphs when they swapped their tennis shoes for dancing shoes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now At the Champions,' what happened? Everybody left smiling after dinner on July 14. Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek share viral dance at Wimbledon Champions' Dinner Following the men's singles final, Wimbledon conducted its yearly Champions'. Supper on Sunday, July 14, 2025, at the gorgeous Guildhall of London. Still fresh from their individual triumphs, Poland's Iga Swiatek and Italy's Jannik Sinner once again distinguished in conventional black-tie garb. Winners of the men's final against Carlos Alcaraz; Iga Swiatek, winner of the women's draw against Aryna Sabalenka; and Carlos Alcaraz were invited to dance at the formal dinner. In a little film from the event going viral on social media, the couple chuckles, smiles, and shares what many referred to as an "uncomfortable but nice" moment dancing on stage. Dating back to 1977, the Champions' Dinner is a long-standing Wimbledon custom wherein winners toast their achievements in front of past champions, players, and officials. But the dance between Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek was the unexpected highlight of the evening this year. Online responses from fans were swift. While others were astounded to see them dance at all, some lauded the engaging chemistry between the two champions. Many remarked that after their hard efforts on the court, this humorous moment helped to humanize the stars. Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner shine off court after Wimbledon glory For both tennis players, Wimbledon this year featured significant milestones. Jannik Sinner took his first Wimbledon championship as well as his second Grand Slam of his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Also Read: Already a French Open champion, Iga Swiatek claimed her first Wimbledon title, therefore expanding her domination onto another surface. Fans got a peek of their off-court characters from their happy stage performance. Usually noted for their composure during games, both players displayed a hilarious and relatable side on this evening. Not just for the great matches, but also for a lovely dance honoring two champions, Wimbledon 2025 will be remembered.
New Indian Express
11 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Sinner, Swiatek banish demons to win on grass
It's not the first time Sinner had to rely on his mental fortitude to erase memories of anguish. He tested positive for a banned substance and had to serve a suspension—not easy for an elite player. Every now and then, there would be someone questioning the integrity of such a player. Yet, he clawed back. He came back to win the Australian Open as if nothing had happened. He lost the French Open, but came back to beat the same player on the grass court, where he had never won before. The rivalry between him and Alcaraz has been blossoming. If the immediate past of men's tennis was defined by the Big Three, the next era could be the battle between these two. If Sinner glided on grass, Swiatek's win was cathartic. She beat Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in one of the most one-sided finals in the tournament's history. She, too, had served a suspension for testing positive for a banned substance. There were times when she was losing cool on the court. The results were not going in her favour. That this was her first Grand Slam triumph after the French Open she won last year shows her struggle. The Wimbledon title will give her the belief she needed to erase the demons in her mind. For an athlete used to winning, seeing rivals usurp their throne can be a mental challenge. World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka will be back to defend her US Open title; but the former world No 1 will be ready to give her a chase.
