Naomi Osaka Upsets World No. 1 Sabalenka at Wimbledon 2026
On July 5, 2026, Naomi Osaka defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2) in the Wimbledon fourth round, marking her first quarterfinal appearance at the tournament and her biggest win since returning from maternity leave. The upset eliminated the top seed, leaving No. 4 Jessica Pegula as the highest remaining seed. Earlier, Novak Djokovic surpassed Roger Federer’s record for most men’s singles match wins at Wimbledon.
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Sabalenka Eliminated at Wimbledon by Osaka; Djokovic Breaks Federer's Record
World number one Aryna Sabalenka was eliminated in the round of 16 at Wimbledon, losing 2-6, 6-7 (2-7) to Naomi Osaka. Sabalenka, who has won four Grand Slam titles but never reached a Wimbledon final, expressed frustration, saying she wanted to 'get really drunk' and forget about tennis. She now has only the US Open left this year to defend her title. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic advanced to the quarterfinals by defeating Roman Safiullin 7-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, securing his 106th match win at Wimbledon and surpassing Roger Federer's record of 105. Osaka will face Karolina Muchova in the quarterfinals.
Nachrichten - WELTWimbledon Roundup: Osaka Stuns Sabalenka; Djokovic Advances to Quarterfinals
At Wimbledon on July 5, 2026, Novak Djokovic defeated Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to reach his ninth consecutive quarterfinal and earn a record 106th match win at the All England Club, surpassing Roger Federer. The 39-year-old Serb struggled early but used tactical adjustments and precise serving to overcome the qualifier. In the women's draw, Naomi Osaka reached her first Wimbledon quarterfinal by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2). The victory ended Sabalenka's streak of 14 consecutive major quarterfinal appearances and 20 straight tie-break wins at Grand Slams, marking her first straight-sets loss at a major since the 2020 US Open. Both matches highlighted contrasting styles: Djokovic's calculated, energy-saving approach versus Osaka's dominant, aggressive performance.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.World number one Aryna Sabalenka knocked out of Wimbledon by Naomi Osaka
World number one Aryna Sabalenka was eliminated from Wimbledon in a stunning upset by Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka. Osaka won the match in two sets, advancing to the quarterfinals. The article, published by Record Portugal on July 5, 2026, also includes brief updates on other Wimbledon events: Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer's record by qualifying for the quarterfinals for the ninth consecutive time; Portuguese player Francisco Cabral was eliminated in the fourth round of men's doubles alongside Lucas Miedler, losing to Germans Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz; and Serena Williams withdrew from doubles due to a knee injury.
RecordNaomi Osaka Stuns World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at Wimbledon 2026
Naomi Osaka achieved her biggest win since returning from maternity leave by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2) in the fourth round of Wimbledon on July 5, 2026. The victory marked Osaka's first Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance. Sabalenka, a four-time major champion, had not lost in straight sets at a major since the 2020 U.S. Open and had beaten Osaka in their previous three meetings. With the loss, the top three women's seeds are now out of the tournament, and No. 4 Jessica Pegula is the highest remaining seed. Osaka will face No. 10 Karolina Muchova in the quarterfinals. The result also ensures a ninth straight first-time women's champion at Wimbledon, as defending champion Iga Swiatek and other top seeds have been eliminated.
Forbes - BusinessSurprise at Wimbledon: Osaka Knocks Out Sabalenka
In a major upset at Wimbledon, Naomi Osaka defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the round of 16 with a score of 2:6, 6:7. The loss adds to Sabalenka's disappointing Grand Slam season, which previously saw her lose the Australian Open final to Elena Rybakina and exit the French Open in the quarterfinals to Diana Shnaider. Osaka, also 28, delivered a strong performance to end Sabalenka's Wimbledon run early. The article, published by Bild Sport on July 5, 2026, highlights the surprise result and Sabalenka's ongoing struggles at major tournaments despite her top ranking.
BILD - SportOsaka Knocks Sabalenka Out of Wimbledon; Djokovic Tops Federer's Record
Naomi Osaka defeated top seed Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6 (7-2) in the fourth round of Wimbledon on Sunday, avenging her French Open loss and advancing to the quarter-finals. Osaka, who had lost three consecutive matches to Sabalenka, broke early in the first set and dominated the tiebreak to secure her first win over a world No. 1 in eight years. Earlier on Centre Court, Novak Djokovic beat qualifier Roman Safiullin 7-6 (8-6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to claim his 106th match victory at the All England Club, surpassing Roger Federer's record for most men's singles match wins at Wimbledon. Djokovic, a seven-time champion, showed frustration during the match, smashing a ball and drawing boos, but ultimately advanced. The article also notes Osaka's attention-grabbing entrance outfits, including a lace gown worn on Sunday.
SkySports | NewsAryna Sabalenka Defeats Jelena Ostapenko to Reach Wimbledon Round of 16
World number 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets at Wimbledon on July 3, 2026, advancing to the round of 16. The match was a dominant performance by Sabalenka, who dismissed Ostapenko with ease. The article, published by Record Portugal, highlights Sabalenka's continued strong form at the tournament. The report also includes other sports news snippets, such as Ange Postecoglou becoming the new coach of Al Nassr, Benfica loaning a midfielder to Gil Vicente, and Bayern Munich signing a World Cup star.
RecordAryna Sabalenka Overcomes Jelena Ostapenko to Reach Wimbledon Round of 16
World number 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets to advance to the round of 16 at Wimbledon on July 3, 2026. The match was part of the ongoing tournament at the All England Club. The article also briefly mentions other Wimbledon results: Jannik Sinner beat American Jenson Brooksby in three sets and will face Japanese player Shintaro Mochizuki; Novak Djokovic defeated Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech to secure his spot in the round of 16, continuing his quest for an eighth Wimbledon title; and Portuguese tennis player Francisco Cabral, partnering with Austrian Lucas Miedler, qualified for the second round of doubles. The source is Record Portugal, a Portuguese sports news outlet.
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