Tennis news – Wawrinka out early again – Wimbledon expansion approved – Sport

Wawrinka is already out in Beijing

Stan Wawrinka continues to perform. The 39-year-old from Vaud was also eliminated in the first round of the ATP 500 tournament in Beijing. Romand (ATP 234), who moved directly into the main table thanks to a wildcard, lost to the Russian “lucky loser” Roman Safiullin (ATP 69) 3:6, 4:6. Wawrinka suffered his 8th first-round defeat in his 12th tournament this year on the tour. He didn’t even get past the second round. With the new defeat, Wawrinka missed the opportunity to challenge world number one Jannik Sinner (ITA) in the second round.

Wimbledon expansion approved

The controversial expansion of the tennis facility at Wimbledon Park has received the green light. London’s deputy mayor Jules Pipe approved the All England Club’s plans to build 39 new tennis courts on protected land. Among other things, a new show area with 8,000 seats is planned. The usual area of ​​the classic lawn would quickly be tripled. Opponents of the project fear damage to the environment. You still have the right to request a judicial review.