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Surprise Wimbledon semifinalist Arthur Fery developed his game at Stanford University
By Andrew Dampf, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
There's also an American angle to the French-born British player who grew up five minutes from the All England Club and has reached the semifinals as a wild card at Wimbledon.Arthur Fery honed his game by playing three years of college tennis for Stanford University, where he was a two-time All-A...
Key takeaway Now he's the first former Stanford player to reach the last four at Wimbledon since John McEnroe's eighth and final Wimbledon semifinal in 1992, when McEnroe was beaten by eventual champion Andre Agassi.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The success of Arthur Fery, a former Stanford University tennis player, has a unique connection to the San Antonio community, which has a strong affinity for college athletics. As Fery prepares to face Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon semifinals, local tennis enthusiasts are likely to take notice of his remarkable journey. Fery's time at Stanford, where he honed his skills and became a two-time All-American, is a testament to the quality of college tennis programs in the United States. San Antonio's own college tennis teams may draw inspiration from Fery's story, and his achievement may spark interest in the sport among local youth. The city's tennis community will be watching Fery's progress with interest, and his underdog story could have a lasting impact on the sport in San Antonio. With Fery's semifinal match approaching, local fans will be eager to see if he can continue his impressive run.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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