The US Open’s fourth-round match between defending champion Coco Gauff and Emma Navarro was a rollercoaster of emotions for both players and fans. Gauff’s surprising 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 loss to Navarro left many wondering what went wrong for the young star. One glaring statistic from the match was Gauff’s 19 double faults, which outnumbered her
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Serena Williams, a legendary 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, made her triumphant return to the US Open at Flushing Meadows this past Saturday. However, instead of dominating on the court, she took a different role this time – that of a spectator. Sporting a denim skirt reminiscent of her 2004 look, Serena was back in
Frances Tiafoe’s recent victory over fellow American Ben Shelton at the US Open was nothing short of spectacular. It was a match that showcased Tiafoe’s tenacity, skill, and determination, ultimately leading him to win 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-4, 6-3. Tiafoe’s ability to solve Shelton’s powerful serve and dominate at the net solidified his return
In recent events, women’s world No. 1 Iga Swiatek and other tennis players have been speaking out about the rising issue of online abuse targeting athletes on social media platforms. Caroline Garcia’s testimonial about the hateful messages she has received after her losses shed light on the severity of this problem. She mentioned the prevalence
Novak Djokovic faced a challenging match at the US Open that left him physically and mentally exhausted. Despite knowing that the match would be difficult, Djokovic found himself struggling with his serve, missing more than he was making. This led to a lack of quick points and put him in a precarious position. Djokovic even
On a hot day at the US Open, Daniel Evans and Karen Khachanov faced off in a match that would go down in history. The match lasted a grueling 5 hours and 35 minutes, breaking the previous record set in 1992. Evans had to fight through physical and mental exhaustion to emerge victorious in a
Dominic Thiem, the Austrian tennis star, recently bid adieu to his professional tennis career at the Arthur Ashe Stadium where he once claimed his only major title. The setting was familiar, yet the circumstances were vastly different compared to his triumphant victory in 2020. Despite the lopsided loss to Ben Shelton, ranked No. 210, Thiem
Dominic Thiem, the Austrian tennis sensation, bid farewell to his Grand Slam career with a bittersweet defeat at the hands of Ben Shelton at the US Open. While his journey ended in a first-round loss, Thiem expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play in front of a live audience once again, reminiscing about his past
The recent case of Jannik Sinner, who was not suspended despite testing positive for steroids twice, has brought to light the lack of consistency in tennis anti-doping protocols. Novak Djokovic, the current world No. 1, expressed his understanding of the frustration among players regarding this issue. While Sinner’s case was cleared due to unintentional ingestion
Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old tennis sensation from Spain, encountered a setback during a US Open training session when he twisted his right ankle. Despite the incident, he expressed optimism that the injury would not hinder his participation in the upcoming Grand Slam tournament. Alcaraz emphasized that he stopped the practice session as a precautionary measure
Shelby Rogers, a prominent American tennis player known for her two major quarterfinal appearances, recently announced her retirement from the sport. At the age of 31, Rogers took to social media to share the news of her decision to step away from professional tennis following the conclusion of the upcoming US Open. Citing a string
The US Open draw was recently released, with defending champion Novak Djokovic and rising star Carlos Alcaraz placed on opposite sides of the bracket. This sets the stage for a possible showdown between the two in a high-stakes final, following their encounters at Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics. Alcaraz, seeded third, may have to navigate
Jannik Sinner’s victory over Frances Tiafoe at the Cincinnati Open final demonstrated his resilience and determination despite recent health struggles. Sinner, who had been dealing with a hip issue and tonsillitis that forced him to miss the Paris Olympics, proved that he is still a force to be reckoned with on the court. His ability
In a thrilling semifinal match at the Cincinnati Open, top-ranked Jannik Sinner emerged victorious over Alexander Zverev after a grueling three-set battle that ended in a tiebreaker. Sinner’s resilience and determination were on full display as he secured a hard-fought 7-6 (9), 5-7, 7-6 (4) victory, after 3 hours and 7 minutes on the court.
In the intense matches at the Cincinnati Open, top-ranked Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner have managed to secure their spots in the semifinals. Swiatek extended her remarkable match winning streak to 15 by defeating 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva in a tight three-setter. Despite facing challenges, Swiatek has proven her resilience on the court. Swiatek will now
Carlos Alcaraz’s match against Gael Monfils at the Cincinnati Open was a rollercoaster of emotions. The young talent repeatedly smashed his racket on the court, a rare show of frustration for the typically composed player. Despite being up in the match, Alcaraz fell to Monfils in three sets, ultimately calling it his „worst match“ ever.
The Cincinnati Open kicked off with an unexpected turn of events as defending champion Coco Gauff faced a tough loss in her opening match against Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva. Despite being the youngest Cincinnati champion last year and later winning the US Open, Gauff failed to maintain her winning streak this time around. The No. 2
Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek faced a challenging return to hard courts in the Cincinnati Open. Despite a strong start, she was taken to three sets by Varvara Gracheva before ultimately clinching the victory. Swiatek, who had been competing on clay at the Paris Olympics, acknowledged the difficulty of transitioning from the slowest surface to
Jessica Pegula, the No. 3 seed and the sixth-ranked player on the WTA Tour, successfully defended her National Bank Open women’s singles title by defeating fellow American Amanda Anisimova. The all-American final ended with a 6-3, 2-6, 6-1 score in favor of Pegula. This victory marked Pegula’s second consecutive win at the National Bank Open,
Alexei Popyrin, the Australian tennis player ranked 62nd in the world, made a stunning breakthrough at the National Bank Open by defeating fifth-seeded Andrey Rublev of Russia in the final. This victory marked the biggest singles title of Popyrin’s career, showcasing his talent and determination on the court. Popyrin’s path to the championship was not
Andrey Rublev, the fifth seed, showcased his dominance on the court by defeating Matteo Arnaldi in the semifinals of the National Bank Open. Despite facing a rain delay early in the second set, Rublev remained composed and clinched the victory with a score of 6-4, 6-2. The Russian player, who has already secured victories in
In a surprising turn of events, Amanda Anisimova took down second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling match at the National Bank Open. This victory marked Anisimova’s first win over a top-10 player in nearly two years, showcasing her immense talent and determination on the court. Despite facing a tough opponent in Sabalenka, the 22-year-old rising
The National Bank Open witnessed the surprising exit of top-seeded player Coco Gauff on Friday, as she succumbed to the 14th-seeded Diana Shnaider in a 6-4, 6-1 defeat. Despite being the No. 2-ranked player in the world, Gauff struggled to find her rhythm and suffered from unforced errors and double faults throughout the match. This
The National Bank Open saw some of the top seeds dominating their matches. Coco Gauff, the top seed, had a comfortable victory over Yafan Wang with a score of 6-4, 6-2. Gauff, preparing for her U.S. Open title defense, mentioned the challenges of transitioning between different surfaces in a short amount of time. Second-seeded Aryna
At the National Bank Open, Olympic doubles bronze medalists Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul showcased their talent by winning their opening singles matches. Fritz, seeded ninth, defeated Mariano Navone of Argentina with a score of 6-4, 6-1. On the other hand, Paul, seeded tenth, emerged victorious against Luciano Darderi of Italy with a score of
Rafael Nadal, a tennis legend at age 38, shocked fans and critics alike with his announcement that he would be pulling out of the US Open. This decision marks the third Grand Slam tournament he has missed this season, leading many to question what lies ahead for his future in the world of tennis. A
Sebastian Korda made history in the Mubadala Citi DC Open by following in his father’s footsteps to claim his second ATP Tour title. His father, Petr Korda, won the same event, then known as the Sovran Bank Classic, 32 years ago in 1992. This father-son duo became the first to achieve such a feat in
Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation from Spain, recently faced the disappointment of losing to Novak Djokovic in the men’s singles final at the Paris Olympics. Alcaraz, at just 21 years old, was emotional and struggled to hold back tears after settling for a silver medal. He admitted that the pressure of playing for his