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Jelena Ostapenko and Marcelo Arevalo captured the Wimbledon mixed doubles title, a rare Open Era achievement that places Ostapenko among a select group who have won Grand Slams in singles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles, with Wimbledon adding extra meaning after her junior title at the same venue.
Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a Wimbledon quarter-final that lasted 5h15m, the longest in the tournament’s history, to reach the semi-finals for a 15th time. The victory gave Djokovic the Open Era record with 50 five-set matches at majors, surpassing Stan Wawrinka’s 49, and sets up a semi-final against Jannik Sinner.
After Survivor 50 crowned Aubry Bracco, host Jeff Probst teased Survivor 51’s 'Open Era,' a season where any past twist, idol, or advantage could appear; 21 new players will compete in Fiji with an initial two-tribe format, as the game is described as shape-shifting and boundary-free.
Novak Djokovic, 38, is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam at the Australian Open 2026 and would become the oldest men’s Slam winner in the Open Era. Despite signs of decline, he reached the semis at all four majors last year and is seeded No. 4 in Melbourne, opening against Pedro Martinez. He stresses the goal is not a “now or never” mindset and wants to ease the pressure while pursuing history. Off the court, Djokovic discussed stepping away from the PTPA—amid a settlement with Tennis Australia—while maintaining support for player representation and reform in tennis.