Quarterfinal clash set: Amanda Anisimova and Iva Jovic both scored decisive wins to book a quarterfinal meeting at the HSBC Championships.
Injury shakes draw: Victoria Mboko retired with a left knee injury, raising doubts about her readiness for Wimbledon.
Weather disruptions: Rain and darkness postponed the Donna Vekic vs. Marie Bouzkova match, to resume Thursday.
Anisimova and Jovic set quarterfinal showdown in London
No. 2 seed Amanda Anisimova and No. 6 seed Iva Jovic each advanced in straight sets from their Round of 16 matches at the HSBC Championships. Anisimova, a finalist here and at Wimbledon last year, defeated Laura Siegemund 6-1, 6-3 in 66 minutes, winning all but four points on her first serve and breaking serve four times. Jovic, 17 and ranked 19th, beat Alexandra Eala 6-2, 6-2 in one hour and 17 minutes, converting five of seven break points despite four double faults
Anisimova and Jovic set quarterfinal showdown in London
No. 2 seed Amanda Anisimova and No. 6 seed Iva Jovic each advanced in straight sets from their Round of 16 matches at the HSBC Championships. Anisimova, a finalist here and at Wimbledon last year, defeated Laura Siegemund 6-1, 6-3 in 66 minutes, winning all but four points on her first serve and breaking serve four times. Jovic, 17 and ranked 19th, beat Alexandra Eala 6-2, 6-2 in one hour and 17 minutes, converting five of seven break points despite four double faults
Williams and Mboko still in doubles draw
Serena Williams, competing in doubles alongside Victoria Mboko at the HSBC Championships, remains in the draw despite her partner’s singles injury retirement. The pair is scheduled to face Leylah Fernandez and Laura Siegemund in the quarterfinals. Williams’ participation is part of her competitive return at age 44 ahead of Wimbledon. Reuters
Other pre-Wimbledon shifts: Draper’s withdrawal and Sinner’s favor
Britain’s Jack Draper has withdrawn from Queen’s Club with a knee injury, targeting a return at Eastbourne under new coach Andy Murray. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner enters the grass season as the statistical frontrunner despite a shock second-round exit at Roland Garros, backed by his 2025 Wimbledon title and strong grass-court record. His physical condition remains under observation, but his power and serve make him a top contender at SW19.
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