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EAGLE-EYED Wimbledon fans were left baffled by a BBC scoreboard ‘glitch’.

The All England Club made a subtle change to the broadcast feed for the 2025 Championships.

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Polina Kudermetova had her name shortened on the Wimbledon scoreboard[/caption]

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Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova’s 14-letter surname was not trimmed down[/caption]

For the first time, TV viewers can now see the scorelines in the previous sets – rather than just the score in sets.

For example, if a men’s match is in the fifth set, rather than simply showing 2-2, it would show who won each set and by what score.

There is also the players’ seeds where applicable on the scoreboard plus a border around the new-look style.

However, fans spotted a strange quirk – and a lack of consistency.

Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova faced Naomi Osaka in round three and her full, 14-letter surname was squeezed into the box in the top corner of the screen.

However, they pointed out that when Polina Kudermetova faced Iga Swiatek in the first round, her name was cut short.

Admittedly there are two Kudermetovas in the women’s draw with her sister Veronika as well.

But instead of the 11 letters of her surname following the P initial and a space, a total of 13 characters, Wimbledon cut it short.

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So it read “P. Kudermeto” – leaving off the “va” at the end.

One keen fan wrote: “I don’t get it, they can fit Pavlyuchenkova on the scoreboard but not Kudermetova???”

Another replied: “Pavlyuchenkova is 14 letters. P. Kudermetova is 12 letters, add the period and space and it is 14.”

A third added: “Yes was wondering the same.”

A fourth pointed out: “Shapovalov it’s only 10 and they shorten it to Shapovalo.”

A fifth commented: “The worst one so far is BASILASHVIL where they just left out an “I” for absolutely no reason (plenty of space available).”

And tennis reporter Ben Rothenberg joked: “One could write a sociolinguistics dissertation about the way Wimbledon haphazardly shortens surnames on the scoreboard.”

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SAMSUNG fans may have just had their first peek at the new “multifold” phone just days before the Korean tech giant is due to reveal it.

Animations in an update on the latest One UI 8 software – which Samsung devices run on – has inadvertently exposed the new device, according to Android Authority.

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Samsung’s Flex G concept shared by NotebookCheck[/caption]

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Samsung’s Flex G concept shared by NotebookCheck[/caption]

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The middle panel appears to be the cover display, with a front-facing camera that can be used even when the device is folded shut[/caption]

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The three-panelled phone has a dual-hinge folding mechanism, which allows it to fold up in a Z-shape formation[/caption]

They show what the trifold Samsung flagship might look like.

The three-panelled phone has a dual-hinge folding mechanism, which allows it to fold up into a Z-shape formation.

The leaked design also shows a large triple-camera setup on the rear, located on the right-hand panel when fully unfolded. 

Onlookers reckon the device will be called the “Galaxy G Fold”.

Although Android Authority noted that it is labeled as the “Multifold 7” in the One UI 8 animation files. 

Samsung first teased the new foldable at its Unpacked event in January, alongside a basic illustration of what looks like a triple-screen phone.

The illustration matches up with the design in the leaked animations.

The middle panel appears to be the cover display, with a front-facing camera that can be used even when the device is folded shut. 

When unfolded completely, the front-facing camera is on the right side, and is the same panel that houses the rear triple-camera on its reverse.

Samsung is set to host a Galaxy Unpacked event on 9 July, where it is slated to reveal its next generation of foldable phones, likely the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7.

The design closely resembles rival Huawei’s Mate XT trifold phone.

MANILA, Philippines — Former senator and now Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima has reiterated that free speech must not be used to malign people or spread lies, as cyberlibel complaints were filed against a vlogger supportive of former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a statement on Friday, de Lima said she supports Philippine Coast

THE NEW iPhone ‘nudity-spotting’ feature freezes video calls if someone strips off.

The new technology is one of the biggest updates iPhone users have received in recent history.

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THE new iPhone ‘nudity-spotting’ feature freezes video calls if someone strips off[/caption]

The new feature

iOS 26 is a huge update for iPhone users and it’s not all because of the stunning Liquid Glass design.

During the premiere of iOS 26, Apple announced numerous changes to key apps like Safari and Messages, but barely mentioned the various quality-of-life updates.

One of the updates that wasn’t mentioned is FaceTime’s new ability to freeze the audio and video in a call if someone starts taking their clothes off.

Initially meant as part of Apple’s children protection tools, that feature was discovered in the iOS 26 Developer Beta by iDeviceHelp on X.

Protecting your children online

Along with the iOS 26 announcement, Apple shared the many new tools and updated features meant to help parents protect their children online.

Communication Safety was one of the updated features, which includes nudity detection in FaceTime video calls and Shared Albums in Photos.

That feature is supposed to be only active on child accounts.

However, it appears a similar feature is active for all iOS 26 Developer Beta users.

Whenever FaceTime detects nudity during a video call, it freezes the audio and video of the call and shows a warning screen.

There’s then an option to resume the video and audio with one button or end the call.

There’s no information about the circumstances under which the feature was discovered reports Phone Arena.

Privacy concerns

A feature that could detect nudity during a video call might raise some privacy concerns among users.

However, Apple has a good explanation of how the current Communication Safety features work.

In brief, Apple doesn’t know anything about your calls because the whole monitoring process happens on-device.

But, how many times have you answered the phone only to be met with silence, a spammer, or a sinister scammer? Probably too many to count.

Apple has come up with a solution for iPhone owners called Call Screening in their new update.

The feature works like Live Voicemail, a 2024 feature that transcribes voicemails in real time – giving you a chance to answer them.

It also prevents scammers from being able to hear your voice and then clone it.

Crooks can record you saying certain phrases, and even create AI “fakes” of your voice to use for future scams.

A MONSTER Truck event has been slammed a “let down”, as attendees demand refunds.

Despite promising an “adrenaline-pumping weekend of thrills”, attendees were left disappointed by long waits for lacklustre performances.

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The event promised an ‘adrenaline-pumping weekend of thrills’[/caption]

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The finale featured a monster truck driving over four cars[/caption]

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Some attendees have asked for refunds on their £19 tickets[/caption]

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The dusty field wasn’t a suitable setting according to attendees[/caption]

The RA Monster Events’ advert promised “jaw-dropping stunts, heart-racing races, and massive tire-crushing action”.

After paying £19 per ticket for the two-day event at Wolverhampton Racecourse, attendees were underwhelmed by the shows, with some demanding refunds.

The event took place in what some visitors described as a “dusty car park”, which commentators told audiences was causing issues for the vehicles.

Several of the weekend’s events were also impacted by “operational issues”.

One attendee said: “We queued longer to get in the place than we stayed there, there was nowhere to sit and we couldn’t see a thing.

“The event was such a let down, it was an awful experience.”

This was after she had spent £85 on five tickets to bring her truck-loving two-year-old to the event.

Another said that commentators used the terrain as an excuse for the poor display.

She said: “They had advertised a stunt man jumping on fire in the promotional videos, but that didn’t occur. I am assuming it was due to it being slightly windy that day, so unsafe.

After a disappointing first day, she called the ticket provider to ask for a refund on the £55.30 she spent on four tickets.

She was told to contact RA Monster Events directly but hasn’t heard back.

Throughout the weekend, guests were expecting a range of events across bikes, stunts and monster trucks.

She said: “The acts were quite disappointing, seemed very limited and short.

“I felt deceived that the ‘show’ was portrayed as a lot larger and involved a lot more than it actually did, and that certain things were missing, such as the ride on monster trucks,” she added.

The wait time for the acts took upwards of 40 minutes, with over an hour for the finale monster truck show.

This finale only lasted eight minutes and featured one truck driving in circles, crushing four cars.

In an advert for the event it says the morning session would run from 10am-2pm, and the afternoon session from 4-8pm.

The advert also promised monster truck rides, but these were reportedly cancelled on the day.

One family was left disappointed by the finale.

After a forklift moved cars around, leaving four in the middle of the arena, the monster truck “drove round and round and over the cars – it was so disappointing and all felt a bit flat” an attendee said.

He said: “It was just a shambles, the kids were really disappointed.

“The most disappointing thing was the venue and the lack of organisation – a dusty, dirty carpark essentially.”

The attendee said that ground surface impacted the shows, and that it should have been on grass or tarmac.

With temperatures soaring to 34C over the weekend, attendees found it difficult waiting around in the heat.

The open area lacked shade, and the venue charged £2 for bottles of water.

UK Monster Truck Rides, who supplied trucks for the weekend, pulled out of the show and RA Monster’s future shows after the “minimum requirements” were not met.

A statement on RA Monster Events’ Facebook page blamed a former truck partner for withdrawing at short notice.

It said: “The decision to withdraw was made solely by the ride truck operator.

“While we respect their right to make their own operational decisions, we must firmly correct the record: our event fully met all agreed safety and operational standards.

“RA Monster Events is committed to delivering an unforgettable and safe experience for families across the UK.”

Throughout the summer they will be hosting their Motorfest and Funfair events in towns like Market Rasen, Wolverhampton, Hertfordshire and Great Yarmouth.

The Sun has approached RA Monster Events for comment.

SUN Racing tackles a busy Saturday of action confident of finding some value winners at big prices.

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LONGSHOT

CHILLINGHAM (3.15 Haydock) 

He is more than capable of landing a blow in this big field. He stays well and has been running well since being fitted with a visor.

EACH-WAY THIEF

BALMORAL LADY (1.50 Sandown) 

She made late gains in the King Charles III at Royal Ascot and should find this test a bit easier. 

CLASSIC ENCOUNTER (2.25 Sandown) 

He got up on the line at York last time out and should be right there again.

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Oh for a crystal ball to know who will be in front after a furlong in Saturday’s Coral-Eclipse at Sandown.

It’s a puzzle Carol Vorderman would surely relish.

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I have a feeling we’ll see the real Delacroix once again in the Coral-Eclipse after his Derby flop[/caption]

As I have written many times, pace is a crucial factor in solving most horse races, but it’s not the be all and end all.

Ultimately, the best horse can win whatever the circumstances, and for those of us looking at an angle into the Eclipse, it’s possible we might just be overcomplicating things believing this is a race to be ‘stolen’ from the front.

After all, on paper strong favourite Ombudsman is the clear form choice.

Indeed, after his Prince of Wales’s romp Ombudsman is not only the best horse in this afternoon’s feature shown live at 3.35 on ITV, but with a mark of 128 he’s actually the best turf horse on the planet.

And that’s an accolade given to the John & Thady Gosden-handled inmate after just six appearances, so there is no reason why he won’t have plenty more to show us.

Ombudsman also has decent course form, having chased home Almaqam on his seasonal return in the Brigadier Gerard, so the track holds no fears.

It was a belting return and no one will be surprised if Ombudsman romps in.

And what about Sosie? Andre Fabre’s rare Eclipse raider is another belting colt.

Sosie has won six of his nine outings and was sent off favourite when finishing fourth in last year’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.

Since then, Sosie has run twice, over 1m1f and an extended 1m2f.

He scored on both occasions, landing Group 1s in the Ganay and Prix d’Ispahan.

But I want to take both Sosie and Ombudsman on, even if it seems a bit crackers.

It’s a hunch that the Prince of Wales’s form might not be quite what it looks.

There’s no doubt Los Angeles ran well below par and Anmaat did well in second but the ground was against him.

As for Sosie, despite the evidence I still feel he might be best over a longer trip.

So who might cause an upset?

That’s where the pace angle stares one in the face.

With no pacemaker involved this is an Eclipse gagging for a leader who can keep quickening from the front.

DELACROIX is a strong stayer at this trip, led when landing the Ballysax at Leopardstown and was bang to the fore in the Derby Trial at the same track.

The Dubawi colt, trained by Aidan O’Brien and the pick of Ryan Moore, never showed up at Epsom.

His sire Dubawi has never sired a Derby winner, but he has at least produced two Eclipse winners in Al Kazeem and Ghaiyyath.

In what’s an Eclipse to savour we have two Classic winners in the field in French Derby hero Camille Pissarro and 2,000 Guineas winner Ruling Court to consider, and outsider Hotazhell is no mug himself.

Who will eclipse them? It’s Delacroix for me.

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PENNEYS fans are rushing to buy a tropical new co-ord for summer holidays.

The Embroidered Crop Shirt is available in stores and online now.

The retailer said: “Looking for classic style with a fresh twist? You’ve hit the jackpot.

“Made from a lightweight fabric that is perfect for all your summer plans, it comes in a crisp white with palm tree and flower embroidery for a pop of detail.

“The relaxed fit pairs effortlessly with the cropped length, while the collared neckline and button-up front keep it classic.

“Finished with long sleeves and buttoned cuffs, the styling options are endless.”

The matching Tropical Embroidered Shorts cost just €16.

Penneys said: “Bring the sunshine to your everyday looks with these tropical embroidered shorts.

“Made in a crisp white shade, they’re detailed with palm tree embroidery and colourful red and pink floral accents on both legs.

“The lightweight design is finished with an elasticated waistband for a comfy, secure fit.

“Whether you’re packing for a getaway or styling a laid-back summer outfit, these shorts tick the boxes for ease and playful detail.

“Pair them with a cropped shirt and some sandals for a summer look you’ll want to wear again and again.”

Meanwhile, fashion fans can’t get enough of Dunnes Stores’ latest summer dresses – and they have slashed prices on a popular designer range. 

Nicola, who posts on Instagram under @nicolas_notions, shares fashion inspiration for women over 40. 

The style lover revealed the striking Savida Arti Denim Poplin Midi Dress for just €40.

Nicola said: “Day or night Dunnes Stores have you covered.”

It features a fitted bodice, spaghetti straps and a full midi skirt.

The retailer said: “Designed with a contemporary edge, this dress from Savida features a denim, corset-style bodice, and is finished with a lightweight poplin skirt that falls to a midi length. 

“It is a unique piece that can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion.”

The pretty midi dress comes in sizes XXS to XXL.

Next up is the Carolyn Donnelly The Edit Optical Kaftan Dress on sale from €60 and now just €30.

It’s described as “open back kaftan with pockets, a high-low hemline and an all-over optical print. 

“Brought to you by Irish designer Carolyn Donnelly, exclusively for Dunnes Stores.”

The designer brand beach dress ranges in sizes XS to XL.

LOVE Island star Billykiss’ very famous ex Islander boyfriend has been revealed – and his girlfriend won’t be very happy. 

The beauty has strutted her stuff into the villa as one of the show’s latest bombshells. 

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Love Island star Billykiss’ very famous ex Islander boyfriend has been revealed – and his girlfriend won’t be very happy[/caption]

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Billykiss is one of the show’s latest bombshells[/caption]

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And she’s got a famous ex watching on, who also took part in the show. 

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Fans noticed the connection after Love Island’s Instagram shared a promo shot of her, and he replied: “WOOP WOOP,” followed by fire emojis. 

It’s none other than Dami Hope, who rose to fame on the hit dating show in 2022. 

On the show, Dami met his now girlfriend Indiyah Polack, who is one of the hosts of Love Island spin-off show, Aftersun. 

Another Love Island star, Tyrique Hyde, has brought the fact that they used to date to light, in a recent video. 

The caption reads: “Tyrique bantering Dami Hope about Billykiss from Love Island.”

And in the clip, both Tyrique and Dami can be seen together and Tyrique says to the camera: “Shout out Billykiss though, Dami’s ex. If I’m lying I’m dying” 

Dami can be seen looking on surprised, and replies: “Oh that’s what we’re doing now? He’s troubled man. He’s so troubled that he had to do that.” 

The boys crack up into laughter, with Tyrique saying: “Let’s shoutout all our exes.” 

The Sun has contacted their reps for comment.

Despite being exes, the pair appear to now have a close friendship and work together for a party company named License2Party. 

A source told the Daily Mail: “Bilikis and Dami have known each other for years after both growing up in Dublin.

“They dated a long time ago but still run a party business together so Dami not given a heads up on her villa entrance may not have gone down well.

“Their former fling is guaranteed to be discussed on Aftersun given Dami’s girlfriend Indiyah is a regular panellist.”

Meanwhile, Dami and Indiyah have been going strong since they met on Love Island three ago, and are the only couple from that series who are still together.

War of words 

It’s been something of a tough start for Billykiss romantically in the villa. 

Meg went head-to-head with the bombshell over Dejon in Thursday night’s brutal game.

The Islanders took part in a a Superman challenge, donning their finest Clark Kent and Lois Lane outfits.

Yasmin and Gio chose Dejon as the least dedicated. 

Yasmin explained her reasoning: “I don’t feel like you’ve dedicated yourself fully to the whole experience.

“I hope you’ve only dedicated to getting to know one person…”

Dejon remarked: “I didn’t know when all of a sudden it’s become a problem wanting one woman.”

Yasmin continued: “There’s other girls in here like Billykiss who picked you to go on a date because she was obviously attracted to you…”

Meg interjected: “Well he clearly doesn’t want her.”

Billykiss then said: “Well he didn’t say that. He didn’t say he didn’t want me.”

Meg hit back: “It’s not up to you guys, we will decide ourselves.”

She then said to Dejon: “You say you’re open then when she’s not around you don’t act like you’re closed.”

Dejon reacted: “I don’t care about any of your opinions, I know what I want and that’s Meg.”

Billykiss replied: “Well close things off, even on the date when I asked if you were open and you wanted to get to know me, you said yes.”

Dejon fired back: “Please Billykiss, is this like your five minutes of TV or what?

“I don’t understand why you’re still going on.”

After some choice words between her and Meg, the exchange ended with Billykiss told Dejon: “You don’t want to hear the truth which is why you’re feeling sour.”

Viewers were full of praise for Billykiss as she finally delivered some home truths to Meg and Dejon.

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Billykiss and Meg haven’t seen eye to eye after her date with Dejon[/caption]

KATIE Taylor’s dad Pete will return to his daughter’s corner for the trilogy showdown with Amanda Serrano.

The 2012 Olympic champ will be joined by her father Pete in her corner for next week’s much-anticipated trilogy clash with Amanda Serrano at MSG.

The pair famously parted ways before the 2016 Olympics after spending decades together through Katie’s decorated amateur career.

For years since, Ross Enamait has been Taylor’s head coach.

But ahead of what could be the final fight of her career, Pete has reunited with Katie as she looks to mix it up ahead of the July 11 showdown in the Big Apple.

They first reconnected earlier this year, with Katie sharing a video of them training together in March.

That session was their first public session together in years.

And in the build-up to the bout is the focus of a new Netflix documentary, which offers behind-the-scenes footage of Pete’s role in Katie’s fight camp.

Katie admitted it was a bug moment for the father-daughter duo.

Speaking on Netflix, she said: “To be back training with him is huge for me. You can’t mention my story without mentioning my dad.

“We know each other very well at this stage. I know what I need to work on, I know what I need to do. My motivation is still the same… as it always is. Even more so.”

Pete Taylor also spoke of his joy as he added: “This is a happy place for the two of us. We’re just so comfortable here together. Katie’s my child and I know her inside out.

“Even though Ross has been with her for the last 10 years, I still know Katie better than anybody else.

“When you have two people that’s interested in one person, the conversation is always going to be constructive. Two heads is better than one.

“No matter what, she’ll always find a way of winning. No disrespect to Amanda Serrano, I don’t think she has the tools to beat Katie.

“Katie’s got the abilities to adapt all the time and obviously, Amanda’s going to adapt as well.

“You’ve seen the best of Amanda Serrano in both the fights in all fairness, but I still don’t think you’ve seen the best of Katie Taylor.

“I think in this fight you’re going to see the best of Katie Taylor and it is going to shock Amanda Serrano.”

Taylor leads the rivalry 2-0 after controversial decision wins in 2022 and 2024.

But Serrano and many others has disputed both results – setting the stage for what could be a fiery decider in what’s been a legendary rivalry.

The fight will be broadcast live on Netflix from New York City on Thursday, July 11.