QtrendsWimbledon Day Four: Swiatek defends title, Brits in action
Wimbledon's fourth day features Iga Swiatek continuing her title defence while four British players compete. Dan Evans has criticised organisers, calling the scheduling for his final appearance 'nothing short of a shambles'. Wildcards Arthur Fery and Lily Miyazaki lead the remaining British contingent. England football fans have been spotted distracted by the tennis during their World Cup match.
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‘Nothing short of a shambles’: Dan Evans hits out at Wimbledon organisers after his final bow
(The Guardian)
Wildcards Fery and Swan lead last Brits standing at Wimbledon
(The Independent)
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