Wimbledon LIVE as Russian makes ‘disturbing’ remark and Saudi talks held

Russia’s Daria Kasatkina insists she loves British crowds after the world No 11 reached the WTA Eastbourne closing. Kasatkina performs towards American Madison Keys at present for her first title of 2023 – and she will’t anticipate what she expects to be robust backing at Wimbledon.

She was booed on the French Open after a fourth-round loss to Ukrainian Elina Svitolina however isn’t scared of any issues at SW19. Kasatkina stated: “I have always liked playing in the UK. I’m really happy to be back and to have this opportunity again.

“It feels great because the people here, we can see that they have got the culture of the game, they know when they have to support, when it’s the tight moment of the match. They are very respectful to the players. People are super nice to me.

“I really appreciate the support.” And requested if she expects the help to proceed at Wimbledon, the world No 11 added: “Oh, even more. The tournament is the most classic tournament we have.

“The only disturbing fact of the matches is the popping of the champagne! I’m really happy to be back there.”