Jack Draper Powers Into US Open Third Round
British No.1 Jack Draper storms into the US Open third round after a commanding straight-sets victory. Discover his next opponent and match schedule as he aims for a deep run in New York.
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Wimbledon champion Angela Mortimer Barrett dies aged 88
The British tennis world mourns the loss of Angela Mortimer Barrett, the 1961 Wimbledon champion and one of the nation's greatest sporting icons, who has died peacefully at the age of 88.
Wimbledon's Last Living Queen: Mortimer Barrett's Legacy
An exclusive look into the remarkable life of Angela Mortimer Barrett, the 91-year-old Wimbledon champion who remains the tournament's sole surviving Ladies' Singles queen from the amateur era.
Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
Emma Raducanu parts ways with LTA support
In a surprising move, US Open champion Emma Raducanu has ended her formal performance partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, choosing to assemble her own private team ahead of the 2024 season.
Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
Serena Williams hails Sharapova's Hall of Fame induction
In a powerful display of sportsmanship, Serena Williams congratulates rival Maria Sharapova on her International Tennis Hall of Fame induction, celebrating their legendary rivalry and Sharapova's extraordinary career.
Author Discovers He's Related to the Real Oliver Twist
A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.
US Open 2025 Plans Radical Seeding System Overhaul
Exclusive: The US Open is poised to implement a groundbreaking 'Top 16 only' seeding system for 2025, dramatically altering tournament dynamics and potentially reshaping players' championship fortunes.
Trump's Smithsonian Attack: A New Front in the Culture Wars
Former President Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to dismantle its Black history programming in a move critics decry as an attempt to erase uncomfortable truths from the American narrative.
London's Abandoned Tube Station: Churchill's Secret WWII Bunker
Explore the hidden history of Down Street, a ghost station on the London Underground that became a secret WWII bunker for Winston Churchill and is now a time capsule of the past.
US Open 2025 Predictions: Alcaraz & Gauff Lead Betting
Early expert analysis and betting odds for the 2025 US Open Tennis Championships. We break down the top contenders in the men's and women's draws, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and reigning champion Coco Gauff.
Emma Raducanu's Multi-Million Pound Net Worth Revealed
An in-depth look at British tennis superstar Emma Raducanu's multi-million pound net worth, exploring her lucrative endorsement deals, prize money, and rapid rise to financial success after her historic US Open win.
Raducanu & Draper Storm Into Indian Wells Third Round
British tennis stars Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper score stunning victories at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, setting up thrilling clashes with World No. 1 Iga Świątek and top seed Carlos Alcaraz.
Samuel Pepys: Diarist's dark past as sex addict and rapist revealed
Groundbreaking research reveals Samuel Pepys, Britain's celebrated diarist, as a compulsive sex addict and alleged rapist, forcing a dramatic reappraisal of the 17th-century figure.
Raducanu's Brutal US Open Draw: Gauff Clash Looms
Emma Raducanu faces a daunting route at the 2025 US Open, with a potential third-round clash against reigning champion Coco Gauff. Get the full draw analysis and her path to glory.
Raducanu & Draper Withdraw From Wimbledon Mixed Doubles
Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper pull out of their high-profile Wimbledon mixed doubles pairing, citing physical concerns. Jannik Sinner also withdraws from the men's doubles, reshaping the tournament's dynamics.
Raducanu's US Open Nightmare Draw: Sinner Awaits
Emma Raducanu faces a formidable challenge at the US Open, handed a nightmare draw that could see her face British compatriot Jack Draper and world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the early rounds.
Sachia Vickery's OnlyFans Venture Precedes US Open Exit
American tennis star Sachia Vickery faces a stunning first-round defeat at the US Open, with sources linking her recent performance slump to her controversial OnlyFans account and off-court distractions.
Brutal US Open Draw for British Stars Draper & Raducanu
British tennis hopes Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu have been handed formidable challenges in the US Open first round draw, setting up potential early blockbuster clashes in New York.
Kyrgios Withdraws from US Open Due to Injury
Australian tennis maverick Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from the US Open due to a persistent wrist injury, marking another significant setback in his tumultuous career and casting doubt on his future in the sport.
Tennis pro earns more on OnlyFans than entire career
American tennis professional Sachia Vickery reveals her successful pivot to OnlyFans, earning more in weeks than her entire tennis career, and sparking conversation about athlete finances in women's sports.
Draper Stuns Pegula in US Open Doubles Thriller
British tennis sensation Jack Draper, teaming up with fellow Brit Henry Patten, delivers a stunning first-round upset against world No. 3 Jessica Pegula and partner Coco Gauff in a gripping US Open doubles match.
Jack Draper stuns Jessica Pegula in Washington upset
British tennis sensation Jack Draper delivers a stunning performance to defeat world No. 4 Jessica Pegula in straight sets at the Citi Open, marking a career-defining moment in Washington.
OnlyFans Tennis Star Claps Back After US Open Axes Match
British tennis player and OnlyFans creator Lily Mather confronts her detractors after a controversial social media post led to the cancellation of her US Open qualifying match. The sports world is divided over the clash between modern athlete branding and
Skupski Seals Historic Grand Slam in US Open Mixed Doubles Win
Relive the dramatic US Open mixed doubles final as a British tennis star and partner clinch a stunning straight-sets victory to complete a rare Career Grand Slam on the iconic Flushing Meadows courts.
Draper's Cheeky US Open Mixed Doubles Ask to Pegula
British tennis sensation Jack Draper was caught on camera making a hilarious proposition to American star Jessica Pegula about playing mixed doubles together at the US Open, moments after his stunning quarter-final victory.
Djokovic's Secret Weapon Coach Behind US Open Miracle
Exclusive: The untold story of legendary coach Rick Macci's pivotal role in Novak Djokovic's historic US Open victory and his incredible comeback from career-threatening injury.
Poland's WWII Conscription Scandal: Forced to Fight for the Enemy
A groundbreaking new exhibition in Poland reveals the harrowing stories of Polish men forcibly conscripted into the Wehrmacht, unearthing a long-suppressed national trauma and igniting fierce debate about victimhood and collaboration.
Draper & Pegula Form Surprise US Open Mixed Doubles Team
British tennis sensation Jack Draper and American world No.5 Jessica Pegula announce a thrilling last-minute mixed doubles team-up at the US Open, creating a buzz at Flushing Meadows.
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