Wimbledon Player Wears Black Ribbon in Tribute to Late Portuguese Footballer Diogo Jota

At Wimbledon, Portuguese tennis player Francisco Cabral honored his compatriot Diogo Jota, the Liverpool forward who tragically died in a car crash in Spain, by wearing a black ribbon on his shirt sleeve during his doubles match. The All England Club relaxed its strict all-white dress code to allow players to wear such tributes, reflecting the deep respect for Jota across sports and nations. Cabral, who was driving to Wimbledon when he heard the news, described Jota as an idol and icon in Portugal and expressed his sadness and support for the footballer's family. Other players, including British doubles player Neal Skupski, have considered wearing black armbands to pay tribute. Jota's death has profoundly affected both his home country of Portugal and his adopted community in England, with many mourning his passing. The tribute at Wimbledon highlights the broader impact of Jota's life and career beyond football.