Sydneysider Chris O'Connell has lifted his first grass-court title at the Nottingham Open, the perfect boost before he attempts to qualify for Wimbledon.
The 36-year-old British tennis player announced earlier this month that he will retire after Wimbledon
A day after beating world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula got a pre-Wimbledon reality check when defeated in the Berlin Open final.
Serena Williams will make a surprise return to singles action at Wimbledon later this month after accepting a wildcard.
Chris O'Connell, Australia's newest grass-court champion, may have to scrap past indefatigable compatriot Bernie Tomic if he's to reach Wimbledon's main draw.
Aryna Sabalenka's quest for a maiden Wimbledon title copped a setback as she was beaten in the semi-finals of the Berlin Open on grass.
Tommy Paul, the 2024 Queen's Club champion who never got the chance to defend his title, is back in the 2026 final where he'll play Francisco Cerundolo.