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Avneet Kaur addressed the Virat Kohli social media 'like' controversy at the 'Love In Vietnam' trailer launch, responding positively to the attention. Kohli had previously clarified that the accidental like was due to an algorithm error while clearing his feed. Both were later spotted at Wimbledon, fueling further speculation despite Kohli's explanation.

Aryna Sabalenka commenced her US Open title defence successfully, while Novak Djokovic progressed towards a potential record 25th Grand Slam. Alexandra Eala made history for the Philippines, and Indonesia's Janice Tjen also secured a notable win. Emma Raducanu marked her return with a victory, while Daniil Medvedev faced an unexpected early exit.

Novak Djokovic skipped the Toronto and Cincinnati Masters to prioritise family time, saying he now focusses mainly on Grand Slams rather than ranking points. Ahead of his US Open opener, the 38-year-old admitted he may even miss his daughter's birthday during the tournament.

Andrew Castle feels Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam-winning days may be over, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner emerging as dominant forces. The Serb, stuck on 24 majors since the 2023 US Open, faces doubts about adding a 25th title amid younger rivals' rise.

Lacoste is honoring Novak Djokovic's legendary career with a limited-edition apparel line featuring a GOAT logo, replacing the iconic crocodile. As Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open, this tribute recognises his enduring impact on tennis. Despite acknowledging age and fitness challenges, Djokovic remains determined to prove his dominance on the Grand Slam stage.

Two-time Grand Slam semi-finalist Wally Masur had a warning for Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, urging them not to take Novak Djokovic lightly. | Tennis News

Wimbledon 2025: Former World No.1 Novak Djokovic has had his fair share of struggles this year, but the Serb has plenty to look forward to when he begins his campaign in the grass-court major.

Wimbledon 2025: Novak Djokovic said that the upcoming grass-court major could be the best chance for him to win his 25th Grand Slam title, and his first since the 2023 US Open.

Wimbledon 2025 Preview: The prestigious grass-court Grand Slam runs from June 30 to July 13. Carlos Alcaraz enters the tournament fresh off his French Open triumph, aiming for a third consecutive Wimbledon title. On the women's side, the singles field remains wide open, continuing the recent trend of unpredictability.

Jannik Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon quarterfinals after Grigor Dimitrov retired due to injury, while Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to win. Iga Swiatek also progressed in the women's draw, along with Mirra Andreeva, setting up intriguing quarter-final matchups.Roger Federer was also the star attraction on the day as a guest in the Royal Box.

Novak Djokovic overcame a shaky start and apparent discomfort to defeat Alex de Minaur in four sets, securing his 16th Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance. After losing the first set decisively, Djokovic rallied, displaying resilience and strategic adjustments to dominate the later sets. Meanwhile, Flavio Cobolli advanced to his first Wimbledon quarterfinal, setting up a match against his idol, Djokovic.

Coco Gauff experienced a shocking first-round exit at Wimbledon, losing to Dayana Yastremska after struggling with the transition from her French Open victory. Novak Djokovic overcame illness to win his match, while other top seeds like Jessica Pegula and Zheng Qinwen also faced unexpected defeats. Defending champion Barbora Krejcikova survived a scare to advance.

Wimbledon witnessed a shocking start with a record number of top-10 seeds, including Coco Gauff and Alexander Zverev, exiting in the first round. Novak Djokovic battled through a stomach issue with the help of 'miracle pills,' while Alexander Zverev openly discussed his struggles with loneliness and mental health on tour.

Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek begin their Wimbledon 2025 campaigns on Tuesday in London. After a dramatic opening day, the top seeds will be hoping for smoother sailings.

Wimbledon 2025: 22-year-old Carlos Alcaraz is looking to become only the fourth man to complete a three-peat in the grass-court major after Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.