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Time of India
2 days ago
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- 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.
Wales Online
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Carlos Alcaraz's response to Emma Raducanu rumours spoke volumes after video emerged
Carlos Alcaraz's response to Emma Raducanu rumours spoke volumes after video emerged A romantic union between Spanish tennis icon Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu has been rumoured for some time but remarks once made by the Spanish star suggested otherwise Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu were spotted filming together at this year's Wimbledon (Image: Getty ) After failing to capture his third consecutive Wimbledon title on Sunday, Carlos Alcaraz will undoubtedly be reflecting on what went wrong. The young Spanish tennis star was outplayed by his rival and world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who claimed a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 victory to secure his maiden SW19 title. This year's outcome stands in stark contrast to the aftermath of the last year's tournament, where Alcaraz was seen enjoying himself at the annual Wimbledon Champions' Dinner, dancing with 2024 women's champion Barbora Krejcikova. However, it was not the viral video of the dance that sparked gossip for the 22-year-old from Murcia, but rather the presence of Emma Raducanu in the stands during his victory over Novak Djokovic on Centre Court. Following his win, Alcaraz faced questions about the British tennis star, who was eliminated from Wimbledon in the fourth round this year after a thrilling match against Aryna Sabalenka. With persistent rumours surrounding him and Raducanu, Alcaraz was quick to dismiss any romantic speculation, downplaying Raducanu's attendance at the 2024 final. When asked last summer about Raducanu's presence, Alcaraz brushed off the suggestion, saying: "I don't know, I don't know. I think a lot of people came to see the final. Article continues below "I think Novak and I always put on a good game, a show on the court. I think it is a beautiful game to watch. And she is from here, so I imagine that she wanted to come and see it. If there was a Grand Slam in Murcia I would 100 percent go to the final, even if I wasn't playing." Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu are known to be friends (Image: Getty ) However, he couldn't resist a playful jibe as he continued: "I don't know if she came to the finals or if she came to see me. Who knows? You have to ask her, but I hope she enjoyed the final." Despite Alcaraz's claims that they are merely friends, speculation continues unabated due to their highly anticipated team-up at the US Open. With organisers revealing an impressive line-up for a mixed doubles event during 'Fan Week', the tennis world is building with excitement over the pairing of the two former US Open winners, reports the Express. Alcaraz also recently turned heads when he conceded that Raducanu "will be the boss" in their partnership. In a BBC interview at Wimbledon, the duo fielded questions about what they'd like to inquire of each other before the US Open. "Ooh, good question," Raducanu said. "I would like to know how much of the court he can cover in New York." When Alcaraz was asked the same, he chuckled and replied: "I'm just going to serve and I'm gonna pull myself away and I let her play. She will cover a lot of the court. She will be the boss. I will do whatever she wants me to do." Following the revelation that Alcaraz put in a "special request" to partner with Raducanu at the event, rumours were sent into overdrive. Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejcikova danced after he won Wimbledon in 2024 (Image: X/The Tennis Letter ) "Yeah. I mean, the tournament told us about the tournament, the mixed tournament," Alcaraz told the press. "I was thinking that I couldn't play better if it wasn't with Emma. I just asked Emma if she wants to play doubles with me. Yeah, I made that special request." Article continues below Nonetheless, it wasn't all plain sailing as five-time Grand Slam winner Alcaraz conceded that Raducanu didn't instantly jump at the opportunity. Raducanu said: "Got to keep them on their toes! I mean, of course, I had to ask my team if they wanted me to play. But for me, when he asked me, I was going to say yes, I just had to kind of go through the formality of asking my coach, so I didn't just make the decision." During her pre-tournament press conference for this year's Wimbledon, Raducanu again faced questions about a potential romantic connection with Alcaraz after they were spotted filming a promo together at the All England Club. She concluded by stating she had a "good time" with him, adding: "We're just good friends."
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek share a dance at Wimbledon Champions' Dinner
The singles winners at Wimbledon 2025 wowed the world in their tennis whites before they got glammed up for the traditional Champions' Dinner. Italy's Jannik Sinner outclassed Carlos Alcaraz to lift the Gentlemen's Singles trophy on Sunday, while Poland's Iga Swiatek crushed Amanda Anisimova to lift her first Wimbledon trophy on Saturday. Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon Champions' Dinner After triumphing on the tennis courts, the two Wimbledon 2025 singles winners cleaned up for the traditional Wimbledon ball for a night of dancing, celebration and revelry. At the Wimbledon Champions' Dinner Photographs shared by the official Wimbledon account show Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek sharing a dance at the Wimbledon Champions' Dinner. Sinner kept it simple in a black suit with a tie. Iga Swiatek chose a long purple dress, paired with flat shoes and subtle jewellery. It is traditional for the winners of the men's and women's singles to dance together at the dinner. What is the Champions' Dinner? The Champions' Dinner at Wimbledon is an exclusive, celebratory event held to honour the winners of the tournament. It is traditionally held on the evening of the final Sunday, after the men's singles final, that is, at the end of the tournament. The Champions' Dinner is a fairly new tradition that was started in 1977. According to a report in Tatler, it is a black tie event, which means that attendees are expected to wear formals.
