Wimbledon

Murray Thinks Top Three's Slam Dominance Is Over

PA | Posted 03.07.2012 | UK Sport

Andy Murray does not expect the top four to continue to dominate grand slams in the way they have done over the past few seasons. Rafael Nadal, Nov...

GALLERY: Shara Bows Out To Lisicki

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 02.07.2012 | UK Sport

Maria Sharapova has been knocked out of Wimbledon after a 4-6 3-6 defeat to German Sabine Lisicki. Top seed Sharapova, who was seeking successive G...

Wimbledon Treat Leaves Dog Needing Emergency Surgery

PA | Posted 02.07.2012 | UK

It is not just the Wimbledon crowds who have a taste for strawberries - a dog had to undergo surgery after wolfing down the fruit along with the spoon...

Persistent Rain Forecast At Wimbledon

PA/Huffington Post UK | Posted 02.07.2012 | UK Sport

Wimbledon-goers faced a damp day today as grey skies and rain hit SW19. The courts were covered at the All England Club at the start of the day, no...

Ace News: Wimbledon's Hawk Found 'Safe And Well'

PA | Posted 02.07.2012 | UK

The Hawk that patrols the skies of Wimbledon has been returned to its owners after it was snatched by thieves during the first week of the tennis tour...

How to Prevent Yourself From Sunburn at Wimbledon

Dr Martin James | Posted 31.08.2012 | UK Sport
Dr Martin James

Wimbledon fortnight is here again. We always hope for a sunny two weeks to watch our tennis heroes, but cloudless skies can cause problems for both players and spectators. Although not always the hottest part of the year, late June and early July is the time when the Ultraviolet light (UVL) part of sunlight is at its strongest.

Murray In Late Night Win

PA | Posted 31.08.2012 | UK Sport

Andy Murray was relieved to beat not only Marcos Baghdatis but also the clock in a dramatic third round encounter under the Centre Court roof. The ...

The Week That Was: Pay To Play

Carla Buzasi | Posted 30.08.2012 | UK Sport
Carla Buzasi

Karma's a wonderful thing now and then, isn't it, Gilles Simon? Do remember that on your Eurostar trip home. With barely a sniff at the Wimbledon title, having lost in straight sets to Belgian Xavier Malisse, the man known as "little chicken" to his friends will be best remembered from this year's championship for reigniting the perennial argument about how much the men and women's winners earn for their troubles.

Wimbledon's Hawk Rufus Stolen

PA/Huffington Post UK | Posted 30.06.2012 | UK

The hawk that patrols Wimbledon to deter pigeons has been stolen, police said. Detectives are investigating the theft of Harris Hawk Rufus, who was...

GALLERY: Saturday's Wimbledon Royal Box

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 30.06.2012 | UK Sport

Wimbledon boasted a plethora of sporting greats in the Royal Box on Centre Court on Saturday as part of the annual ritual of announcements. Ryan Gi...

GALLERY: Sharapova Marches On

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 29.06.2012 | UK Sport

Maria Sharapova defeated Su-Wei Hsieh 6-1 6-4 to reach the fourth round of the Wimbledon Championships. The Russian has now set up an exciting enco...

Wimbledon Whites

Nikki Wright | Posted 29.08.2012 | UK Lifestyle
Nikki Wright

In honour of Wimbledon, I've put together a selection of my favourite all white interiors in a collection of mood boards. I hope they inspire you to add white in to your home.

POLL: 'The Whole Credibility Went Down For Me' - Karlovic On Wimbledon

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 29.06.2012 | UK Sport

Wimbledon's integrity has been questioned by Andy Murray's second round conquest Ivo Karlovic, after he foot faulted 11 times. Karlovic lost 6-7 7-...

WATCH: Shock Wimbledon Wins

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 29.06.2012 | UK Sport

Lukas Rosol's five sets victory over Rafael Nadal in the second round of Wimbledon is destined to be remembered as one of the great shock results at S...

GALLERY: Rosol Beats Nadal

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 29.06.2012 | UK Sport

Lukas Rosol was a nobody on Thursday morning, but after defeating two-times Wimbledon champion and recent French Open victor Rafael Nadal, he is now v...

Simon Defends Sexist Comments After Early Wimbledon Exit

PA/The Huffington Post UK | Posted 28.06.2012 | UK Sport

The row over equal pay in tennis was reignited as French player Gilles Simon was forced to defend himself after slipping out of Wimbledon. The 13th...

Weighty Matters: Sportswomen, Wimbledon and the Perils of Body Image

Brendan Pittaway | Posted 28.08.2012 | UK Sport
Brendan Pittaway

Laura Robson strikes me as centred, sorted and secure sportswoman capable of taking criticism in her athletic stride. Sadly, there is a body of evidence suggesting that ill-judged remarks only add unwanted and unbearable pressure to the strain of competition for other female athletes.

Pippa Middleton Spotted At Wimbledon

The Huffington Post UK | Posted 28.06.2012 | UK

Pippa Middleton made her appearance at Wimbledon on Thursday in time to see British hope Andy Murray bid for a place in the third round. Pippa Mi...

Murray Ready For Big-Serving Karlovic

PA | Posted 28.06.2012 | UK Sport

Andy Murray will return to centre court as British players continue their battle through Wimbledon today. The British number one will hope to build...

Wimbledon Etiquette

William Hanson | Posted 27.08.2012 | UK Sport
William Hanson

Wimbledon is one of the only sporting tournaments to enforce a strict dress code on players. When former champion Rafael Nadal first played in the competition in 2005 he was famous for tight fitting colourful tops, but Wimbledon regulators suggested that he switch to white equivalents instead.

Put a Sock in It Sharapova!

David Fearnhead | Posted 27.08.2012 | UK Sport
David Fearnhead

Maria Sharapova is the poster girl of women's tennis. The favourite for this fortnight's Wimbledon crown. An American in all but passport. She is adored by the WTA and her legion of fans, but off the record her fellow professionals talk very differently of Sharapova.

Simon Says Female Tennis Players Deserve Less Prize Money Than Men

The Huffington Post UK/PA | Posted 27.06.2012 | UK Sport

Figures in the tennis world have hit back at suggestions women should be paid less money than men. France's Gilles Simon sparked controversy after ...

GALLERY: Charles And Camilla At Wimbledon

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 27.06.2012 | UK Sport

Prince Charles attended the Wimbledon Championships for the first time in 42 years, along with the Duchess of Cornwall. The Prince took his seat in...

GALLERY: Watson Wins Again

The Huffington Post UK | Samuel Luckhurst | Posted 27.06.2012 | UK Sport

Heather Watson has reached the third round of the Wimbledon Championships for the first time following a straight sets victory over Jamie Lee Hampton....

Brit Heather Watson Hunting For Wimbledon Third Round Spot

PA | Posted 27.06.2012 | UK Sport

Heather Watson will today bid to become the first Brit with a place in the third round of Wimbledon, following on from yesterday's homegrown success i...