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Linda Noskova is your new Wimbledon champion! After a nervy mid-match wobble—and five championship points that came and went in the second set—the Czech held her nerve to deny Karolina Muchova and claim her first Grand Slam title. Join Kim and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ as they react to a dramatic ladies' final, discuss whether Noskova has what it takes to become a multiple Slam winner, and wonder just how much longer Muchova's wait for that elusive maiden major might be.Elsewhere, we wrap up the doubles finals so far with Britain's Henry Patten making it two Wimbledon men's doubles titles alongside Henri Heliovaara, using his trophy presentation to make some very interesting comments in light of the ATP doubles proposals. Jelena Ostapenko is also a mixed doubles champion and all eyes turn to Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev. Will the Italian defend his title or will the German complete the Channel Slam?BABOLAT Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Rinse and repeat! Jannik Sinner is back in the Wimbledon final, and Novak Djokovic's bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title is over once again. Join Joel and Kim at Tennis Weekly HQ as we react to Sinner's commanding straight-sets victory over Djokovic in a complete reversal of their Australian Open semifinal earlier this year, discuss whether the seven-time Wimbledon champion can still win another major, and ask whether the World No. 1 even needs to produce his very best tennis anymore to beat the Serbian legend.We also break down Alexander Zverev's clinical victory over British wildcard Arthur Fery, reflect on an extraordinary fortnight for the home hope as he sets his sights on establishing himself on the ATP Tour, and debate the net-cord controversy that overshadowed the opening set. Elsewhere, we preview Sunday's blockbuster Wimbledon final between Sinner and Zverev—their first-ever meeting on grass—and explain why it could be far closer than their four meetings earlier this season suggest. Plus, we bring you the latest Collect A Set update.BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

An all-Czech Wimbledon women’s final is set! At Tennis Weekly HQ, we react to one of the matches of The Championships as Karolina Muchova edges Coco Gauff in a nerve-shredding deciding-set tiebreak, debate whether Gauff's match-point drop shot will haunt her, and ask if we've just witnessed the WTA match of the season. We also discuss Linda Noskova's composed victory over Marta Kostyuk as the 21-year-old reaches her first Grand Slam final, guaranteeing yet another Czech women's champion at Wimbledon.Elsewhere, Chris takes us behind the scenes at the All England Club with a chat from the Official Racket Service of Wimbledon at Aorangi with Babolat’s Lucien Noguess who has been stringing rackets at Wimbledon for 45 years (!), before we look ahead to a blockbuster day of men's semi-finals featuring Arthur Fery, Alexander Zverev, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. But why are Fery and Zverev playing first despite having a day's less rest than Sinner and Djokovic? Naturally, we have a few thoughts...BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

The FERYtale continues as the British player becomes the first Wild Card to make the semifinals since Goran Goran Ivanisevic won the title in 2001. In unbelievable scenes on Centre Court, Fery defeated No.9 Cobolli for the second time at a grand slam this year and completes the blockbuster semifinal line-up of Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev and ARTHUR FERY. Zverev defeated his bogeyman Taylor Fritz who was hampered by an ongoing knee injury but it marks new ground or Zverev who had never made it to a semifinal at SW19 before. On the women’s side it was more firsts with Marta Kostyuk making back to back semifinals in Paris and Wimbledon and a huge breakthrough for Czech Linda Noskova who had a coming of age win against Elise Mertens on No.1 Court. Both players will be seeking to make their first grand slam final on Thursday and will face the winner of Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova. What we do know for sure is that there will be a new Wimbledon champion come Saturday!BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Wimbledon's roof drama took centre stage and Centre Court as Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner locked in another blockbuster semi-final showdown in a major. At Tennis Weekly HQ, we react to Djokovic's eventful victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime, unpack the controversy surrounding Wimbledon's decision to close the Centre Court roof with daylight still available, and assess whether defending champion Jannik Sinner has found the level needed to stop the seven-time champion after seeing off Jan-Lennard Struff. We also discuss Alexander Zverev's views on the curfew debate after his match was carried over, plus why Taylor Fritz continues to have the German's number ahead of their quarter-final clash.On the women's side, Coco Gauff battled past Jessica Pegula to reach her first Wimbledon semi-final, while Karolina Muchova ended Naomi Osaka's impressive run to set up a fascinating last-four meeting. We also hear from Gauff after her victory, debate whether Pegula let her biggest chance at a first major slip away, and preview tomorrow’s quarter-final action as British wildcard Arthur Fery looks to continue his remarkable fairytale against Flavio Cobolli.BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Arthur Fery's Wimbledon FERY-TALE just keeps getting better! The British wildcard produced a stunning five-set comeback against Grigor Dimitrov to become the first home wildcard in the Open Era to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals. At Tennis Weekly HQ, we break down one of the stories of the tournament, ask whether this is the most unexpected British Grand Slam run in recent memory, and discuss what went wrong for Dimitrov after another heartbreaking missed opportunity at a Grand Slam.On the women's side, Alexandra Eala's dream Wimbledon run comes to an end against former finalist Jasmine Paolini, while Marta Kostyuk, Linda Noskova and Elise Mertens all reach their maiden Wimbledon quarter-finals as the draw continues to open up. Plus, Chris catches up with doubles champion Henry Patten to discuss Reilly Opelka's comments on doubles, we uncover the secrets and mystique of Wimbledon's exclusive "Last 8 Club", and preview a blockbuster opening day of the quarter-finals featuring Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula's long-awaited Centre Court debut.BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Naomi Osaka rolled back the years with a statement straight-sets win over world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, snapping records and streaks in a GRASSAKA masterclass to reach her first Wimbledon quarterfinal. Joel and Chris break down whether Osaka is now the woman to beat, plus we hear from Joel who caught up with Sabalenka straight after her defeat (and yes… there were sweaty palms involved). Jessica Pegula also keeps the American charge going, powering past rising star Iva Jovic to set up a blockbuster all-American clash with Coco Gauff.On the men’s side, Novak Djokovic made history once again, overtaking Roger Federer for the most Wimbledon match wins after a gritty battle with Roman Safiullin, while Jannik Sinner and Felix Auger-Aliassime keep their title hopes alive after a five-set thriller and some very spicy post-match opinions (Fokina was NOT happy!). We also look ahead to Day 8, with Arthur Fery finally Centre Court-bound against Grigor Dimitrov and Alexandra Eala looking to back up her big win against Iga Swiatek.BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Centre Court has a brand new breakout star, Wimbledon champions past and present are heading home, and Britain's dream run is still alive. Join Joel and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ as we react to Alexandra Eala's stunning victory over defending champion Iga Swiatek as the Filipina becomes the first player from her country to reach the second week of a Grand Slam. We discuss whether Eala is now a genuine Wimbledon title contender, what went wrong for Swiatek, and why 2022 champion Elena Rybakina's grass-court dominance has suddenly deserted her after another shock exit. Elsewhere, Marta Kostyuk backed up her impressive Roland Garros showing and Ashlyn Krueger continued her form as the women's draw opened up even further in the bottom half.On the ATP side, Arthur Fery produces the comeback of the day to reach the fourth round and keep British hopes alive, while Alexander Zverev, Grigor Dimitrov and Jiri Lehecka all progress. We also reflect on Serena Williams' emotional withdrawal from doubles with Venus and preview a blockbuster Day 7 featuring Aryna Sabalenka against Naomi Osaka - is it the match to decide where the women’s singles title is heading?BABOLAT COMPETITIONWin a Pure Drive Wimbledon 2026 racket by following Babolat UK and Tennis Weekly on Instagram and tagging a friend, with entries closing midnight 11 July and winner announced on 12 July during our Wimbledon Men’s Finals episode.Babolat are an official partner of Wimbledon and their exclusive range for The Championships can be purchased as babolat.comSOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***