David de Gea joined his Manchester United team-mates on Monday as they flew to Seattle for their pre-season tour of America. De Gea, who is wanted by Real Madrid all summer, was included in Louis van Gaal's 26-man squad for the tour, as well as new signings Bastian Schweinsteiger, Morgan Schneiderlin, Matteo Darmian and Memphis Depay. Fans mobbed players and staff as they arrived at Manchester Airport, with Van Gaal getting special attention in particular. One absentee, though, was Victor Valdes.
First Sterling, now De Bruyne: Man City are ready to switch attention to £40m former Chelsea star
SIMON JONES: Manchester City are ready to follow up their £49million move for Raheem Sterling by launching a similar bid for Kevin De Bruyne. The Premier League runners-up hope to tie up the loose ends on the deal for Sterling within the next 24 hours but will offer £40m for Wolfsburg midfielder de Bruyne. The Bundesliga side have discussed a new contract for the 24-year-old who returned to training with his club on Monday.
Van Persie to be unveiled as a Fenerbahce player on Tuesday after completing medical
Robin van Persie will be unveiled as a Fenerbahce player on Tuesday following the striker's transfer from Manchester United. The Turkish club revealed the news on Monday as pictures emerged of his medical examination in Istanbul. The 31-year-old will put pen to paper on a three-year deal worth in the region of £240,000-a-week at Fenerbahce, although the two clubs have not yet signed off on the fee or structure of payment.
The Tinkerman is back... at Leicester! Former Chelsea boss Ranieri returns to Premier League to replace Pearson
Claudio Ranieri has secured a return to the Premier League with Leicester City, replacing Nigel Pearson as manager of the club on a three-year contract. The 63-year-old was last in England's top flight with Chelsea, a role he lasted in for four seasons before being sacked in 2004 after Roman Abramovich's first year as Chelsea owner was a trophyless one.
Look who's back: Ronaldo reunited with Bale and Co for Real's tour Down Under
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has linked up with his team-mates in Melbourne ahead of their participation in the International Champions Cup. The pre-season tournament, which is being hosted in Australia and China, sees Madrid take on both Inter and AC Milan, Roma and Manchester City over the course of July. Ronaldo arrived in Melbourne on Sunday, having traveled separately to the rest of the Madrid squad, but was given a warm welcome by Gareth Bale and manager Rafa Benitez.
Hamilton invited to return to Royal Box at Wimbledon after dress code snub meant F1 champion missed men's final
Lewis Hamilton will be invited back to sit in Wimbledon's Royal Box next year, despite the mix-up over clothing that saw him miss the men's final on Sunday. Richard Lewis, Chief Executive of the All England Club, insisted that there were no hard feelings on either side after the F1 world champion (who arrived in New York City on Monday, hours after his SW19 snub) turned up looking insufficiently smart to sit in the famous enclosure among other celebrities and sports stars.
I've got no problem with Sterling... I just want to make us better, vows Rodgers after Liverpool agree to sell him for £49m
- Sterling on his way to Manchester City after Liverpool agree £49m fee
- MARTIN SAMUEL: Sterling's behaviour should be a warning sign to Manchester City
DOMINIC KING IN BANGKOK: Brendan Rodgers is adamant Liverpool can thrive without Raheem Sterling and insisted that a breakdown in their relationship did not push the winger to Manchester City.
Manchester City star Demichelis marries former Playboy model in Argentina
Martin Demichelis suffered heartbreak in the Copa America final with Argentina, but he had reason to be happy this weekend in Buenos Aires. The Manchester City defender tied the knot with his long-time partner and former Playboy model Evangelina Anderson at a ceremony in the Argentine capital.
Just checking you're still the best in the world... Barca stars put through intensive check-ups ahead of new La Liga season
It's been little over five weeks since Barcelona ended their stunning 2014-15 campaign, finishing with a 3-1 victory in the Champions League final over Juventus on June 6 to complete a famous treble. But on Monday, the Catalan club were back at work as a large portion of their squad returned to pre-season training. New man Arda Turan was joined by Andres Iniesta, Rafinha, Adriano and Sergi Roberto in having their post-holiday medicals.
We've got plenty of players like Sterling, claims Wenger in Singapore as he admits Man City have got a good deal
MATT BARLOW IN SINGAPORE: Arsene Wenger has claimed that Raheem Sterling's record transfer had been on the cards for some time and never considered joining the race for the England winger.
Casillas poses in front of his monster trophy cabinet as he waves goodbye to Real Madrid with Bernabeu send-off
Real Madrid's goalkeeping great Iker Casillas was given an official send-off by Los Blancos on Monday, ahead of his move to Portuguese side Porto. Casillas was initially angry at the manner of his exit after 25 years at the club and on Sunday he sat alone in a tearful press conference in which he could barely read his prepared statement such was the emotion felt after 16 seasons in the first team.
Khedira set to get his career back on track after undergoing medical at Serie A champions Juventus
Having signed for Juventus from La Liga giants Real Madrid on July 1, Sami Khedira has now got around to completing his medical at the Turin club.
With the same trainers in six colours, which Manchester United player is picking his ones for tour to US?
The 20-year-old is clearly excited for United's imminent pre-season tour of the United States, as he took to social media to ask his fans which trainers he should bring with him. He posted a picture of his six pairs of adidas Superstar trainers, which retail at £67, in green, orange, silver, red, white and blue.
THE PICK OF MAILONLINE'S SPORTS WRITING
- MARTHA KELNER: Jordan Spieth 'feels he can do things that others haven't done' as America's golfing superstar arrives at St Andrews in pursuit of his third major of the year at The Open
- JEFF POWELL: Carl Frampton, Scott Quigg, Anthony Crolla and David Price will fly flag for UK boxing this weekend in flurry of good fights... a clean sweep of titles is not beyond our boys
How the transfer record for English players has been broken in the Premier League era as £49m Sterling takes it to new heights
Raheem Sterling's massive £49m transfer fee makes him the most expensive English player of all time, and only behind Angel di Maria and Fernando Torres as the biggest buy in Premier League history. Sterling takes the title of England's highest costing player from Andy Carroll, whose £35m move to Liverpool failed to yield the hoped-for results. At the other end of the scale is Rio Ferdinand, whose record move to Manchester United produced six Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy.
McGregor will lead Europe against rival Faber and USA in the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter
Conor McGregor, the new UFC interim featherweight champion, will lead Europe against Urijah Faber and the United States in the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter. McGregor, who defeated Chad Mendes in Las Vegas on Saturday to claim the featherweight belt, will coach eight European lightweight hopefuls against Faber's American squad.
The Ashes
STARS OF SPORT
- Kane living high off the hog as Spurs striker swims with pigs during holiday in The Bahamas Harry Kane is soaking up every last minute of sunshine he can
- He has arrived! Casillas touches down in Porto to complete move from Real Madrid Iker Casillas is leaving after 16 seasons and 18 trophies in Madrid
- Van Persie set to be unveiled by Fenerbahce after undergoing his medical in Turkey Robin van Persie is expected to be unveiled on Tuesday
- Real Madrid legend Zidane poses with his sons ahead of new season in Spain Zinedine Zidane took a moment to enjoy some time with his family
- New boys Schneiderlin and Schweinsteiger join United team-mates for flight to Seattle Louis van Gaal's squad are off to the USA for four pre-season friendlies
MORE STARS OF SPORT
- With the same trainers in six colours, which Manchester United player is picking his pairs for tour to US? The 20-year-old asked fans on social media
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Demichelis marries former Playboy model
Manchester City star Martin Demichelis and his long-time partner Evangelina Anderson tied the knot in Argentina
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The Tinkerman is back! Ranieri named new Leicester manager
Claudio Ranieri has secured a return to the Premier League with Leicester City
- Djokovic and Serena arrive for Wimbledon dinner after securing titles at SW19 Serbian star celebrated first wedding anniversary after beating Federer
- Neymar's dream comes true as Barca star takes selfie with NBA legend Jordan The Brazilian was delighted to meet 'the greatest' during USA trip
- Arsenal squad jet off to Singapore as Cech prepares for first game The Gunners stars looked in fine spirits as they boarded their flight from Stansted
- Schweinsteiger leaves Germany with Ivanovic to finalise £15m Man United move Louis van Gaal seals reunion with Germany international
- Casillas bids emotional farewell to Real Madrid with Bernabeu send-off Iker Casillas is joining Portuguese side Porto after 25 years with the Spanish giants
- Lampard watches on as New York City team-mates draw thriller Frank Lampard had to watch eight-goal extravaganza from the stands due to an injury
- Villa new boy Richards shows his softer side as he sings Usher hit for club initiation Micah Richards hasn't had much to sing about recently... until now
- Hamilton is BARRED from Royal Box because he wasn't wearing a jacket and tie Formula One driver missed men's final at Wimbledon after error
- Sigurdsson and Walker among stars at ceremony as Spurs legend King weds Ledley King has married long-term partner Amy Kavanagh
- Casillas breaks down in tears as goalkeeper bids emotional farewell to Real Madrid Spaniard leaves Madrid for Porto after 25 years with La Liga giants
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Man United target Ramos travels with Real Madrid for pre-season tour to Australia
Ramos with Madrid squad despite uncertainty over his future
- The selfies are back... Podolski joins his new Galatasaray pals on a team bonding bike trip Lukas Podolski has been showing off his new friends at Galatasaray
- Depay and Darmian paint the town red after crowning United moves Memphis Depay has wasted little time in getting to know some of Manchester's top venues
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McGregor stops Mendes late in second round to win interim featherweight title
Irish mixed martial arts sensation claims UFC 189 title in style
- Arsenal goalkeeper Cech picks squad No 33 ahead of new season Petr Cech made selection after appearing in Premier League 333 times at the age of 33
- Neymar's sister Rafaella gets Barcelona star's eyes tattooed on her arm Neymar had an image of his sibling inked on his own arm last month
- Ribery and Bayern team-mates pay tribute to Schweinsteiger after Manchester United move is confirmed Bayern Munich players are sad to see him leave
- Ronaldinho completes Fluminense move as Brazil legend opts to return home The club took to Twitter to post a picture of the star posing with their shirt
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Wijnaldum gets a glimpse of St James' Park after leaving PSV in £14.5m dealNewcastle have finally made their first signing of the summer
- Williams makes it joy of six at Wimbledon after beating Muguruza to win yet another title Serena Williams remains on course to complete a calendar Grand Slam
- Making a splash... Neymar joins UFC stars at Las Vegas pool party Excitement building ahead of Conor McGregor's title fight against Chad Mendes
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De Bruyne delighted to run into 'legend' Gerrard
Wolfsburg winger Kevin de Bruyne met Steven Gerrard while he enjoyed a tour of LA Galaxy's club facilities this week
- Calum Chambers enjoys trip to Wembley for Ed Sheeran concert The Arsenal defender had night out before rejoining his team-mates for pre-season training
- Which Euro stars took a dip... 57 floors up? After a turbulent few months the players took time out to relax in an iconic infinity pool, 57 storeys above ground
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Bale loving life in the fast lane as Real star poses next to supercarGareth Bale pictured next to a rather flash Mercedes SLS AMG worth over £148,000
- Nice to meet you, Rafa... but I'm off! Manchester United target Ramos jokes around with Benitez and Real chiefs At boss's meet and greet
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The armband passes: Henderson declares it a 'great honour' to replace Gerrard as Liverpool captain
Glimpse of Jordan Henderson as skipper
- Newcastle boss is up for the cuppa Steve McClaren watched his side earn 1-0 win at Gateshead while drinking tea from an 'England 66' mug
- Hello Cabaye! Crystal Palace announce £12.8m signing from Paris Saint-Germain Crystal Palace have completed the statement signing of Yohan Cabaye
- Mayweather splashes his cash (again): Mr Money spends $100,000 to transform Jeep Wrangler into super slick off-roader that features iPad system
- Ogbonna signs for West Ham from Juventus for £8.5m West Ham have made a big buy after snapping up defender from the Italian giants
- Hingis reaches Wimbledon final... 17 years after her last! Martina Hingis won through to the ladies doubles final with partner Sania Mirza
- Rakitic enjoys final few days of his summer with wife Raquel Ivan Rakitic is enjoying his break after his Champions League heroics with Barcelona
- Turan delight at joining 'the best club in the world' as Barcelona unveil new £29m man Arda Turan has completed his switch from Atletico Madrid
- Sorry Neymar... Chelsea winger Cuadrado wins race to appear on FIFA 16 cover with Messi Unlikely cover star in Latin America
- And Catley makes history as Aussie becomes first female footballer to appear on front of EA Sports game Steph Catley fronts game Down Under
- Szczesny proposes to girlfriend Marina Luczenko (it's just a shame he's not loved as much by Arsenal) Former No 1 is engaged to Marina Luczenko
- Ings trains with Liverpool team-mates for first time Danny Ings was joined by Mario Balotelli, his competition for a striker's spot at Liverpool
- Goldenballs does tennis balls! Beckham shows he hasn't lost his skills at Wimbledon David Beckham caught a stray shot while watching on Centre Court
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Manchester United target Ramos soaks up sun in Ibiza... but will the defender jump ship at Real Madrid?Could be a big transfer ahead for the defender
- Real Madrid complete Danilo deal in £22.6m transfer from Porto Brazilian defender has been unveiled as a Real Madrid player at the Santiago Bernabeu
- Fabregas hits the town with pregnant girlfriend ahead of return to Chelsea training Cesc Fabregas spotted alongside Daniella Semaan in London
- Happy birthday, Ash... but how old are you? It's not hard to guess Ashley Young's age as thanks to a birthday surprise from his Man United team-mates
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Welcome to Hollywood! Gerrard living LA lifestyle as Liverpool legend midfielder rubs shoulders with One Direction star Horan
LA Galaxy debut looms - Get Schneiderlin! Van Gaal urges Manchester United chiefs to tie up deal before US tour as Southampton ace is pictured back in training Offer of £20m rejected
- De Gea takes his mind off Real speculation by linking up with Federer at Wimbledon David de Gea, Juan Mata and Ander Herrera spent a day chilling at SW19
- England put through the pain barrier by Lancaster as they step up World Cup prep Their World Cup opener is two months away but England are hard at work
- Terry and Cahill lead from the back as they return to Chelsea training before the rest John Terry has again proven his dedication to carry on at the top level
- World Cup hero Duggan gets back into the groove at Man City training just four days after bronze medal win Toni Duggan posed with pal Krystle Johnston
- Joshua takes time out from fight preparations to watch Murray cruise through at Wimbledon Anthony Joshua took a break from his prep for his September 12 fight
- United kid Keane joins Preston North End on season-long loan deal Striker Will Keane will follows in the footsteps of David Beckham and Danny Welbeck by moving to Deepdale
- McIlroy OUT of The Open after injury ankle playing football World No 1 won't play at St Andrews due to ankle injury sustained playing football with friends
- Ronaldo meets semi-naked silicon dummy of himself in another weird Japanese fitness advert He's improving his global brand... but it's not much like Madame Tussauds
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Tottenham release new images of 61,000-seater stadium... which will host NFL games with a retractable pitch
Spurs confirm 10-year deal with the NFL
LATEST MATCH REPORTS
- Swindon 0-4 Everton: Kevin Mirallas scores twice as subs Romelu Lukaku and Conor McAleny complete comfortable friendly win
- St Albans City 0-4 Watford: Quique Sanchez Flores takes charge of his first game as boss as Etienne Capoue enjoys a run out
- Southampton 4-5 RB Leipzig: Jay Rodriguez scores twice on comeback as Juanmi and Cedric Soares also open their accounts
- Red Bull Salzburg 3-1 West Brom: Tony Pulis' side suffer defeat by Austrian champions in opening pre-season match
- USA 5-2 Japan: Carli Lloyd nets stunning early 13-minute hat-trick as Americans win dramatic Women's World Cup final
- Chile 0-0 Argentina (AET, 4-1 pens): Alexis Sanchez scores winning penalty as hosts clinch Copa America glory in dramatic shootout
- Germany 0-1 England: Lionesses roar to victory in third place play-off tie as England win unprecedented bronze medal at World Cup
- Celtic 3-5 Dukla Prague: Bhoys' Champions League build-up takes a blow as Czech side run riot in friendly
- Peru 2-0 Paraguay: Andre Carrillo and Paolo Guerrero goals secure Copa America third place once again
- USA 4-0 Guatemala: Clint Dempsey scores as Jurgen Klinsmann's side cruise to victory in Gold Cup warm-up
- David de Gea named in Manchester United squad for pre-season tour of America, with Bastian Schweinsteiger...
- Manchester City prepared to follow up buying Raheem Sterling with initial £40m bid for Wolfsburg star Kevin...
- Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris could miss start of season after fracturing wrist
- Manchester United confirm Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin signings as Louis van Gaal says he...
- Claudio Ranieri branded 'uninspiring' choice by Leicester City legend Gary Lineker
- Radamel Falcao follows in the footsteps of Fernando Torres as Chelsea No 9... while Asmir Begovic takes Petr...
- Ajax discuss season-long loan deal for out-of-favour Arsenal striker Yaya Sanogo
- Robin van Persie set to be unveiled as a Fenerbahce player on Tuesday as his Manchester United exit nears...
- Claudio Ranieri named new Leicester City manager as former Chelsea boss replaces Nigel Pearson on a...
- Manchester United announce signing of Morgan Schneiderlin from Southampton for £25m as club continue summer...
- Manchester United remain interested in Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos while West Ham hope to make Mattia...
- Robin van Persie won't be missed by Manchester United, and here's why...
- Cristiano Ronaldo joins up with Real Madrid squad in Australia as they prepare for International Champions...
- Lewis Hamilton will be invited back to Wimbledon next year despite dress code snub that caused him to miss...
- Robin van Persie exit reduces Manchester United fan to tears... and now he could be given chance to meet his...
- Ian Wright returns to Match of the Day, seven years after blasting the BBC for treating him like a 'comedy...
- Jules Bianchi's father admits his family are put through 'daily torture' and are losing hope about the...
- Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says there were no personal issues with Raheem Sterling as he confirms...
- Martin Demichelis marries former Playboy model Evangelina Anderson in Argentina
- Manchester United XI: With Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin set to join, Sportsmail looks at...
- Morgan Schneiderlin has medical with Manchester United as midfielder edges closer to Southampton exit door
- Manchester United XI: With Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin set to join, Sportsmail looks at how Louis van Gaal's side could line up next season
- Manchester United confirm Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin signings as Louis van Gaal says he is 'truly delighted' to have brought in 'ultimate pro'
- David de Gea named in Manchester United squad for pre-season tour of America, with Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin also included, as Victor Valdes fails to make the cut
- Martin Demichelis marries former Playboy model Evangelina Anderson in Argentina
- Novak Djokovic hails family life following victory over Roger Federer at Wimbledon: 'I suggest to every player, get married and have kids and enjoy this'
- Gary Lineker hits out at Wimbledon after Lewis Hamilton was denied access to the Royal Box for not wearing a jacket and tie... but Andy Roddick sticks up for dress code
- Transfer news: Manchester United, City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Barcelona and Real Madrid latest plus rest from Premier League
- Raheem Sterling is leaving Liverpool but his recent behaviour should be a warning sign to Manchester City
- UFC 189: Conor McGregor stops Chad Mendes late in second round to win interim featherweight title at MGM Grand in Las Vegas
- Bastian Schweinsteiger on way to England to finalise £15m Manchester United move from Bayern Munich as Louis van Gaal seals reunion with Germany international
- Robin van Persie won't be missed by Manchester United, and here's why...
- Arsenal jet off to Singapore for the Barclays Asia Trophy as Petr Cech prepares for first Gunners game
- Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says there were no personal issues with Raheem Sterling as he confirms winger's £49m exit
- Conor McGregor parties the night away after stopping Chad Mendes in the second to win the UFC interim featherweight title
- Iker Casillas will be given Real Madrid send-off after Florentino Perez begged him to say goodbye to Bernabeu
- New York City 4-4 Toronto: Frank Lampard watches on as Sebastian Giovinco scores hat-trick for visitors in entertaining draw
- Robin van Persie lands in Turkey as Manchester United striker closes in on Fenerbahce transfer
- 'Manchester City have paid £49m for potential'... Rio Ferdinand, Jamie Carragher and more react to Raheem Sterling deal
- Steven Gerrard admits spotting Kanye West and Kim Kardashian in LA was 'strange but amazing'... while revealing he didn't realise how small Floyd Mayweather actually was
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THE ASHES
COUNTDOWN TO THE OPEN
Westwood moves on from his ongoing divorce as he finds love with model, 38
English golfer Lee Westwood appears to have found love again after 'falling head over heels' with a model.
FOOTBALL NEWS
Raheem who? Liverpool players get back to business as they train in Bangkok after touching down for pre-season tour
Liverpool began life without Raheem Sterling as they trained at the National Stadium in Bangkok on Monday morning. With the young winger on his way to Manchester City for an English record £49m, Liverpool's remaining stars touched down in Thailand for their pre-season tour. And new captain Jordan Henderson was in the thick of all the action as Brendan Rodgers put his team through their paces in the far east.
Big in Bangkok: Henderson leads way as Liverpool are mobbed in the Far East with Rodgers rebuilding after Sterling's exit
The absence of Raheem Sterling didn't stop Liverpool from receiving a warm welcome in the Far East as they touched down in Bangkok on Monday. While the 20-year-old remained home to finalise a £49million move to Manchester City, Brendan Rodgers' squad landed in Thailand for their pre-season tour and were greeted by adoring fans at Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Real Madrid legend Zidane posts picture with two of his sons as new season in Spain edges closer
Preparations for Real Madrid's new season are well underway but Zinedine Zidane took a moment to enjoy some time with his family on Monday. The Real Madrid legend uploaded a picture on Instagram of him with two of his sons, and simply wire 'ZA' as a caption to the image. Zidane, 43, is the current coach of Real Madrid Castilla but is expected to eventually step up and become manager of the senior team.
SUMMER LOWDOWN: TRANSFERS, PRE-SEASON AND KITS...
Injured Lampard forced to watch eight-goal thriller from the stands as Villa rescues New York City after Giovinco's treble for Toronto
NEW YORK CITY 4-4 TORONTO: New York City new boy Frank Lampard watched on from the stands as his team-mates played out an eight-goal thriller against Toronto. Lampard attended the match with his fiancee Christine Bleakley and was soon celebrating as New York captain David Villa fired the hosts ahead on 17 minutes.
Sealed with a kiss: Ferguson leaves fan in awe after turning up at her door to say thanks for buying tickets to his Everton testimonial game
Everton legend Duncan Ferguson surprised a super-fan by turning up at her front door unannounced to thank her for buying tickets to his testimonial match.
Neymar takes a selfie with basketball legend Jordan in 'dream come true' Las Vegas encounter
After a long, mixed 2014-15 campaign in which he won the treble with club side Barcelona before enduring disappointment in the Copa America with Brazil, Neymar is currently enjoying blowing off some steam with friends in Las Vegas.
WIMBLEDON
From Dustin Brown to David Beckham... it's been a fortnight of fine highlights at SW19
Wimbledon is over for another year, and 2015 has been no different from past editions in providing matches and memories to savour for years to come. Ultimately Novak Djokovic prevailed in the men's singles, while Serena Williams also secured her 21st Grand Slam title, but here, Sportsmail's MIKE DICKSON takes a look at some of the other stories from past two weeks at SW19. Interest doubles in Broady siblings
Serena sets sights on Graf's Open era record after 21st Grand Slam win
Serena Williams became the oldest woman to win a Grand Slam singles title in the Open era, and in scintillating form that suggests no end is in sight for her career. But she then appeared to suggest she won't play on long enough to break another age-related record.
I'm the Daddy! Djokovic hails family life after crushing Federer as champion celebrates SW19 success at gala
Novak Djokovic celebrated his first wedding anniversary on Sunday by stopping Roger Federer's glorious run at this year's Wimbledon and winning a third singles title.
OTHER SPORTS NEWS
Froome extends Tour de France lead as Team Sky finish second in time trial
MATT LAWTON, SPORTS JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR, IN PLUMELEC: Another day, another hugely impressive performance from Chris Froome and his colleagues at Sky.
Wie plugs her ball into a bag at US Women's Open... so what happened next?
Michelle Wie may have failed in her bid to defend the US women's Open title but the American landed arguably the shot of the tournament on Sunday. After hitting a shot from the eighth fairway during the final round of action at Lancaster Country Club, Wie was surprised to find that her ball had landed inside a small bag near the green.
RACECARDS, RESULTS AND BETTING SERVICE
THE BEST WRITING IN SPORT
Casillas' Madrid fairytale is over after 16 seasons and 18 trophies but the final chapter is still to be written with Porto
PETE JENSON IN MADRID: Standard-bearer and stopper supreme, Iker Casillas' 16 seasons at Real Madrid have been a fairytale of 18 domestic trophies in 725 games for the club. When they threw open the doors of the Santiago Bernabeu midday on Friday and supporters braved 35C heat to send him off it was the last goodbye for a man whose like no one in Spain expects to see again - a local boy who made very, very good.
Van Persie and Van Gaal were all hugs and high-fives at the World Cup last year. But now the striker is leaving United for Fenerbahce. Where did it all go wrong?
ADAM SHERGOLD: Louis van Gaal's arrival at Manchester United seemed to be a dream come true for Robin van Persie. Their hugs and high-fives for Holland at the World Cup spoke of their close relationship. But one year on and the striker is on his way to Fenerbahce after falling out of favour with his compatriot. So what went wrong?
FOOTBALL FIXTURES FOR 2015-16 SEASON
Rodgers' hellish start, United v Spurs pick of openers and Chelsea kick off title defence at Bridge... Premier League fixtures revealed
- CLUB-BY-CLUB GUIDE: Find out your team's fixtures for the new Premier Leagueseason
- ANALYSIS: Liverpool face fight to avoid early tumble in bid to chase top-four spot
- Q&A;: How are the fixtures picked? And why they REALLY aren't fixed...
Chelsea will kick off their Premier League title defence against Swansea City but it will be Brendan Rodgers who has most to fear on the opening day of the 2015-16 season with Liverpool facing a nightmare return to Stoke City.
CLUB-BY-CLUB GUIDE TO PREMIER LEAGUE FIXTURES
- ARSENAL - Hammers first up at home
- ASTON VILLA - visit to new boys
- BOURNEMOUTH - Old Trafford to finish
- CHELSEA - defence starts with Swansea
- C PALACE - Norwich away to kick off
- EVERTON - Hornets invasion to start
- LEICESTER - Sunderland first up
- LIVERPOOL - haunting start for Rodgers
- MAN CITY - Baggies away to start
- MAN UNITED - tough opener for Van Gaal
- NEWCASTLE - Saints march up for McClaren
- NORWICH - Neil handed good start
- SOUTHAMPTON - huge trip for opener
- STOKE - Liverpool back after 6-1
- SUNDERLAND - Advocaat's nice start
- SWANSEA - horror start at Bridge
- TOTTENHAM - United loom first
- WATFORD - Mersey trip to kick off
- WEST BROM - City boys in town
- WEST HAM - final season at Upton Park