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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.

Wimbledon is bracing for its hottest opening day in 147 years, with temperatures expected to soar to 36 degrees Celsius. The All England Club has announced measures to combat the heat, including more water stations and real-time weather alerts. A heat rule, allowing a 10-minute break when temperatures exceed 30.

After her French Open final win, Coco Gauff fell victim to some remarks from Aryna Sabalenka. | Tennis News

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.

Despite Robert Galloway's fractured finger, he and Yuki Bhambri battled in the Wimbledon men's doubles, ultimately losing to Granollers and Zeballos in a close match. Bhambri's Wimbledon exit marks the end of the Indian challenge. Bhambri will now partner with Michael Venus, a longtime friend, with whom he aims for a long-term partnership.

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.

Taylor Fritz advanced to the Wimbledon quarterfinals for the third time in four years after Jordan Thompson retired due to injury. Fritz, showcasing his grass-court prowess, previously secured his fourth Eastbourne title. He will face Karen Khachanov in the next round.

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.

Carlos Alcaraz highlighted that the weight of the occasion got to him during the first-round clash against Fabio Fognini which may have been a bit too close for comfort for the two-time champion.

Three key things to be aware of for those tuning in for Wimbledon in 2025, and how things are changing heading into this year's tournament. | Tennis News

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.

Emma Raducanu has denied rumors of a romantic relationship with Carlos Alcaraz, confirming their upcoming mixed doubles partnership at the US Open. The pair recently practiced together, with Alcaraz initiating the collaboration earlier this year. Raducanu expressed her excitement about teaming up with Alcaraz, while also focusing on her singles career after a recent loss at the Eastbourne Open.

Wimbledon 2025 is set to commence on June 30th, with the finals scheduled for July 13th. The champions will receive a record $4.07 million prize. Indian viewers can catch the action on Star Sports and JioHotstar, while US fans can tune into ESPN and the Tennis Channel. This year, electronic line-calling replaces line judges, aligning Wimbledon with other major tournaments.