Brentford show firm faith in their model as Keith Andrews jumps into the unknown

Club have history of promoting from within and remain pragmatic about potential departure of Bryan MbeumoPhil Giles had already given the update on Christian Nørgaard. “It’s more likely than not,” the Brentford director of football said, suggesting that the club captain was close to sealing a £10m move to Arsenal, which is expected to feature £5m in …
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Jack Draper confident he can step into Andy Murray's shoes and lead British charge at Wimbledon as he admits to watching idol's tapes in bid for glory

LEWIS STEELE AT WIMBLEDON: Draper enters his third Wimbledon with the weight of expectation on his shoulders after a glittering 12 months.
Sonay Kartal outlines ambitious Wimbledon plans after shock win over world No 20 - and Brit reveals how she will celebrate if she achieves her target

DAVID COVERDALE ON NO 3 COURT: She became the first home player through to the second round when she shocked 20th seed Jelena Ostapenko 7-5, 2-6, 6-2.
It's a Fery-tale win for Arthur, ranked 461st in the world, as Britain's men get off to a flying start at Wimbledon

JAMES SHARPE AT WIMBLEDON: The local lad flicked off his white cap, strode to the net to commiserate Alexei Popyrin before spreading his arms wide and taking in the applause.
Youtuber and dream chaser Finch aiming for Open spot

Along with two major champions, a former world number one and several Ryder Cup heroes, popular YouTuber Peter Finch will be among the players looking to secure a spot at the 153rd Open in Tuesday's final qualifying events.
Farewell tradition, hello robots: Wimbledon adjusts to life without line judges

After 147 years, the championships are using an AI system for greater accuracy but some fans prefer the old ‘drama’Sometimes progress registers simply as absence, and so it was on the opening day of Wimbledon this year when the pursuit of greater accuracy led to the disappearance of the tournament’s famous line judges.Electronic line calls are now in …
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Emma Raducanu too strong for teenager Mimi Xu in British battle

Former US Open champion through 6-3, 6-3Gulf in class and experience clear from outset“Come on Britain!” echoed through the sweltering 32C heat on No 1 Court as Emma Raducanu defeated Mimi Xu in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3. The all-British clash featured two players – attired similarly in matching outfits and golf visors – who captivated the home …
Carlos Alcaraz escapes first-round scare as Fabio Fognini forces him the distance

Reigning champion wins 7-5 6-7 (5) 7-5 2-6 6-1Spaniard: ‘I was really nervous at the beginning’Carlos Alcaraz said he was proud to have squeezed into the second round after struggling with his nerves and the heat on Centre Court during his dramatic five-set win over Fabio Fognini on Monday.In searing temperatures, Alcaraz started his pursuit of a third …
Thomas Partey and Dominic Calvert-Lewin lead incredible XI of soon-to-be free agents
Wimbledon diary: SW19 hotter than Barbados while Sir David Beckham pays a visit
Katie Boulter rounds off record-breaking day at Wimbledon with stunning victory
Best shots as Raducanu beats Xu in all-British encounter

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu gets her Wimbledon campaign underway with a cruising 6-3, 6-3 win against fellow Brit Mimi Xu.
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Katie Boulter stuns Paula Badosa and finally claims another top 10 scalp to survive Wimbledon wobble - as British No 2 secures second round spot

MATTHEW LAMBWELL AT WIMBLEDON: Boulter does not have the best of records against the game's elite but she cast her mind back to her defeat of Karolina Pliskova.
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GB's Boulter beats Badosa for place in second round

Watch highlights of the third set as Katie Boulter secures only her fourth win against a top-10 opponent, beating Spain's Paula Badosa 2-6 6-3 4-6.
British teenage trio show glimpse of the future on Wimbledon debuts
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'I can't hear it' - Wimbledon's first day of electronic calling

Some players have said the calls are too quiet. Others say they miss the tradition. How has the first day of electronic line-calling gone at Wimbledon?
'Fifa should consider playing World Cup final at 9am'

Extreme weather during the Club World Cup in the United States this summer means Fifa should think about playing the men's World Cup final at 9am next year, according to an expert.