British players struggle again at Grand Slam singles events
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 10:58 AM
Last updated May 29, 2026
No British singles players reached the second week of the French Open, marking the third consecutive Grand Slam where this has occurred. The lack of advancement raises concerns about the performance of British tennis players and their prospects at Wimbledon. Traditionally a significant event for British players, Wimbledon could be a critical moment for change. As players prepare for the tournament, questions linger about the factors contributing to the lack of success in recent Grand Slams.
- •No British singles players reached the second week of the French Open
- •This marks the third consecutive Grand Slam without such progress
- •Concerns rise regarding British tennis ahead of Wimbledon
- •Wimbledon events could provide a chance for improvement
- •Players will aim to change recent fortunes at home
- 10:58 AMBBC Sport — Is Grand Slam singles woe for British players a worry for Wimbledon?
"The French Open is the third Grand Slam in a row that no British singles players made the second week - will fortunes change at Wimbledon?
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