Navratilova Returns to Wimbledon Elite Doubles
Martina Navratilova, 43, returns to Wimbledon grass to play doubles with Mariaan de Swardt after taking up hockey and other sports in Aspen. They beat Lubomira Bacheva and Amanda Hopmans 6-3 6-7 6-3 on Court 18 amid crowd excitement. Navratilova aims for a 20th Wimbledon title, while criticizing today’s baseline-heavy women’s game and confirming she retired from singles but not doubles.
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Wimbledon chaos as Sampras edges through amid upsets and alarms
Ailing Sampras limps to a brief win as Wimbledon endures a chaotic day with four seeded men and women falling. A fire alarm at the Millennium Building caused a five minute evacuation while Jeff Tarango sparked a fresh controversy after a late loss to Paul Goldstein. Krajicek Ferreira, Norman Pioline all exit, as the Williams sisters surge with near flawless play amid the upheaval.
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Smashnova narrowly avoids default after Wimbledon mishap
Anna Smashnova hits a ball into the stands after being rattled by a supporter’s cheering. The ball strikes a woman spectator but causes no injury as referee Alan Mills weighs a fine and potential defaults after her 6-2 5-7 6-2 win over Katalin Marosi-Atacama.
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Williams sisters begin Wimbledon run in dominant form
Serena Williams routed Yvette Bastring 6 1 6 0 in 35 minutes to reach the Wimbledon third round, while Venus Williams defeated Ai Sugiyama 6 1 6 4 in two sets. Both sisters exuded confidence and health, signaling a potential semifinal clash. Serena praised her powerful serve as she eyeed continued grass success. Venus dismissed retirement talk and said she expects to stay competitive on the surface. Richard Williams will continue coaching the pair amid ongoing scrutiny of their success.
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