Wimbledon keeps fast play and grass court traditions alive
Wimbledon remains the sport’s premiere event with its white attire, Centre Court bows, and grass surface. Pete Sampras, defending champion, opens Monday as he eyes a possible sixth title and a shot at Roy Emerson’s record. Jana Novotna battles ankle injury and top rivals Hingis and Graf as power serves and fast grass define the fortnight.
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Wimbledon set for dramatic open with Sampras lead
Wimbledon opens with Pete Sampras aiming for a 12th Grand Slam title as Agassi Graf and others pose season shaping subplots. Becker plans a final Wimbledon bow while McEnroe teases with mixed doubles. Graf seeks eighth Wimbledon, Williams sisters face setbacks and Hingis eyes a strong run.
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Global tennis stars clash in chaotic mixed lineup
An international tennis roster features players from Argentina Spain Sweden Germany and Canada facing off in a fractured event. Notable names include Leander Paes Goran Ivanisevic Martin Soderling and Fabrice Santoro amid a jammed schedule with numerous overseas locales listed and unclear pairings.
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