London, July 6, 2025 (AFP) - Wimbledon's underdogs enjoy their week in the sun

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2025-07-06

As a series of big names melted under the Wimbledon heatwave, a number of surprise names are looking to make an impact on the second week at the All England club. AFP Sports looks at those who have grabbed their chance to shine. The world number 22 had never won a match at Wimbledon in three previous attempts prior to this year but shocked a former champion in Elena Rybakina on Saturday. "I never expected it. I've never had very good results on g......

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