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American star Coco Gauff thanked her inspiration, decorated US gymnast Simone Biles, when they met at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday, after the tennis star defeated Donna Vekic 7-6(5), 6-2 in the second round of the 2025 US Open.

Ben Shelton defended his sponsor On, questioning its characterization as a small company. Jack Draper joined Vuori, highlighting non-traditional brands disrupting the industry’s status quo. Upstart brands like On and Lululemon are challenging Nike and Adidas' dominance in tennis apparel by signing top players like Iga Swiatek and Frances Tiafoe. Coco Gauff highlighted fashion's role in attracting new fans to tennis.

Wimbledon buzzes with anticipation ahead of the championships, showcasing meticulously manicured grounds and the vibrant energy of its young ball boys and girls (BBGs). These dedicated youngsters, selected from a pool of 1,000 applicants, undergo rigorous training to ensure seamless match operations.

Wimbledon 2025: Eyes will be on Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek as they are set to take part in the grass-court major, which starts on Monday. Barbora Krejcikova, in the meantime, will be looking to defend her crown.