The latest British tennis news, headlines and analysis from The NE Times.
The British wild card beat Zizou Bergs in five sets to reach the Wimbledon fourth round — a home storyline built on resilience rather than hype.
British No 1 overcomes a stomach bug, fierce sun and a tricky tie against close friend Jack Pinnington Jones to keep home hopes alive before Wimbledon.
The round-of-16 tie offers more than ranking points for the British player, with confidence and wildcard debates at stake in the final week before the Championships.
Jack Draper's reassuring Eastbourne return under new coach Andy Murray headlines a grass-court build-up that has British attention rising before SW19.