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IBM and The All England Lawn Tennis Club have renewed their 36-year partnership, focusing on enhancing Wimbledon’s digital experiences through AI-powered solutions to increase global fan engagement and accessibility, with initiatives like personalized features and real-time insights.
King Charles III attended a rare Catholic funeral for the Duchess of Kent, the first such royal funeral in modern British history, highlighting her conversion to Catholicism and her contributions to society and tennis, with other royals and notable figures in attendance.
Katharine, the Duchess of Kent, a member of the British royal family and longtime Wimbledon patron, died in London at age 92. She was known for her low-profile role and her support of tennis, passing away quietly with Buckingham Palace announcing her death.
Katherine, the Duchess of Kent, passed away at 92, known for her long association with Wimbledon, her support for music and charity, and her historic conversion to Catholicism, the first by a British royal since 1685.
Britain's Duchess of Kent, known for her long association with Wimbledon and her compassionate support for players like Jana Novotna, has died at age 92. She was also notable for converting to Catholicism and her dedication to music and charitable work. Her death was peacefully at Kensington Palace, prompting tributes from the royal family and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Amanda Anisimova avenged her Wimbledon loss to Iga Swiatek by defeating her in the US Open quarterfinals, showcasing significant improvement and resilience after a previous blowout, and setting up a semifinal against Naomi Osaka.
Jannik Sinner has made a surprising coaching change by rejoining Umberto Ferrara, just weeks after winning Wimbledon and parting ways with coaches Marco Panichi and Ulises Badio, amid ongoing scrutiny over his past doping controversy involving Clostebol. This move raises questions about his future preparations for the Cincinnati Open, where he aims to defend his title.
The 2025 Wimbledon men's final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz drew the highest viewership in six years, signaling a shift towards tennis' new generation of stars, with the match peaking at 4 million viewers and marking a resurgence in interest since the decline of the previous Big 3 era.
Amanda Anisimova's surprising 0-6, 0-6 loss in the Wimbledon final has been attributed by fellow player Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova to the different court conditions, with Pavlyuchenkova suggesting that the slower Centre Court may have disadvantaged Anisimova, whose game is better suited to faster surfaces. Despite the defeat, Anisimova's performance throughout the tournament was impressive, and she remains a promising contender for future Grand Slam titles.
Iga Swiatek won her first Wimbledon title, plans to take six days off, and is preparing for the US Open, aiming to leverage her recent success and improve her performance at the Grand Slam.
Matthew McConaughey received praise for his respectful gesture towards Prince William and Kate Middleton at Wimbledon, standing up to applaud them as they arrived, which was seen as a sign of good manners and class. The event also featured Jannik Sinner winning the men's singles title and meeting the royals, with Kate presenting the trophy and engaging with a young cancer survivor.
Kate Middleton made a fashion statement at Wimbledon by wearing all four of her rings for the first time, including her iconic sapphire engagement ring, eternity rings, and wedding band, amid her return to public duties following her cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Jannik Sinner won his first Wimbledon title by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a competitive final, with both players showing mutual respect. Sinner's victory continues their dominance in recent Grand Slam tournaments, and the young stars are seen as the new icons in men's tennis, emulating the legendary Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic.
Jannik Sinner's victory at Wimbledon marks a significant milestone in his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz, ending a series of defeats and recent setbacks, including a doping controversy and a near-miss at the French Open. This win not only boosts his confidence and ranking but also signifies a potential shift in their competitive dynamic, highlighting Sinner's resilience and mental strength in top-tier tennis.
Jannik Sinner overcame a tough loss at Roland-Garros to Carlos Alcaraz by recalibrating his game and winning Wimbledon, highlighting his resilience and strategic improvements, especially in serving and net play, against his top rival in a key grass-court final.