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
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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
Qinwen Zheng made history as the first Chinese tennis player to win Olympic gold in singles at the Paris women’s final. With a stunning victory over Croatia’s Donna Vekic, Zheng emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-3. Her win was not only a personal triumph but a momentous occasion for Chinese tennis as well.
Centre Court at Queen’s has officially been renamed after Andy Murray in honor of his retirement from professional tennis. This decision comes after Murray and his doubles partner Dan Evans were defeated in the Olympics quarterfinals, signaling the end of his illustrious career. Murray, a two-time Wimbledon champion and former world No. 1, announced his
Carlos Alcaraz has been making headlines in the tennis world for his exceptional skills and achievements at such a young age. At 21, he has already etched his name in the history books by becoming the youngest man to reach the singles semifinals at a Summer Games since Novak Djokovic in 2008. With a series
Novak Djokovic, the world-renowned tennis champion from Serbia, faced off against Dominik Koepfer of Germany in the Paris Olympics singles quarterfinals. Despite a shaky start, Djokovic managed to assert his dominance with a five-game run, ultimately securing a 7-5, 6-3 victory. This marked Djokovic’s fourth appearance in the Summer Games singles quarterfinals, a testament to
Competing in high-intensity matches under scorching temperatures can be a daunting task for tennis players, as highlighted by Britain’s Jack Draper during his recent match against Taylor Fritz at the Paris Olympics. Draper expressed his frustration with the water bottles provided to players, emphasizing the difficulty of keeping them cold in the sweltering heat at
Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation from Spain, showcased his talent once again by defeating Tallon Griekspoor from the Netherlands in a thrilling match at the Paris Games tennis tournament. With his eyes set on Olympic gold, Alcaraz displayed his exceptional skills on the court and proved why he is considered one of the rising
Rafael Nadal, a 38-year-old tennis legend, faced a dilemma regarding whether to compete in singles at the Paris Olympics. Despite dealing with a series of injuries over the past two seasons, including a taped right thigh during a first-round doubles victory, Nadal was uncertain about his participation in the singles matches. He mentioned the need
The Olympic tennis tournament kicked off with Novak Djokovic showcasing his dominance on the court. The Serbian player opened his bid for a first Olympic gold medal with an impressive 6-0, 6-1 victory at Roland Garros. This victory set the stage for a potential second-round matchup with his longtime rival Rafael Nadal. Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz,
The focus on gender equity at the Paris Olympics is just the latest advancement in a long line of accomplishments for women’s sports. Tennis legend Billie Jean King, a trailblazer for gender equality in sports, has been a vocal advocate for equal representation and opportunities for female athletes. She expressed her gratitude for the progress
Andy Murray recently announced that he may have played his final singles match in his tennis career. The two-time Olympic champion stated that his farewell from tennis may come in the form of the men’s doubles tournament at Paris 2024. Although he has been entered into the men’s singles at Roland Garros, he is leaning
At the age of 37, three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray has made the heartbreaking decision to retire from professional tennis after the Paris Olympics. This announcement marks the end of his illustrious 19-year career in the sport. Murray’s decision comes after withdrawing from the Wimbledon singles championship due to a spinal cyst procedure, which
Alexander Zverev, the reigning Olympic champion, faced a setback during Wimbledon when he suffered a knee injury while playing against Cameron Norrie. Despite the injury, he continued to compete on „one leg“ during his fourth-round match against Taylor Fritz. However, the German tennis star has not fully recovered from his injury, describing it as a
At the Hungarian Grand Prix, George Russell revealed that he has been receiving mentorship from tennis legend Novak Djokovic to enhance his longevity in the world of sports. Despite the age gap between the two athletes – Djokovic being 37 and Russell just 26, the British Formula One driver has been impressed by Djokovic’s dedication
Recently, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) announced that the Billie Jean King Cup finals scheduled for November will no longer be held in Seville, but in Malaga instead. This change in location has sparked some controversy due to the overlap with the Davis Cup finals, which will also be taking place in Malaga during the
Rafael Nadal, a tennis legend with 22 Grand Slam titles under his belt, has had a tumultuous couple of years due to injuries. Despite being on the US Open entry list via a protected ranking, there is uncertainty surrounding his participation in the upcoming tournament. Nadal has taken a step back from the tennis scene,
Lorenzo Musetti’s victory over Taylor Fritz at Wimbledon was unexpected, to say the least. Musetti, a 22-year-old from Italy, had never made it past the third round at the All England Club before this tournament. However, his impressive 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 win over the 25th-seeded Fritz secured him a spot in his
The issue between Morgan Riddle and Alexander Zverev at Wimbledon has been blown out of proportion due to social media. Riddle, the girlfriend of Taylor Fritz, posted images and videos on Instagram that were misinterpreted by many as a reference to the allegations of domestic abuse against Zverev. The posts quickly went viral during Fritz’s
Henry Patten etched his name in the history books by becoming the third Brit to clinch the men’s doubles title at Wimbledon. Partnering with Harri Heliovaara, the unseeded duo put on a stellar performance throughout the tournament, culminating in a thrilling final victory over Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson. The match went the distance, with
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Diede de Groot made history at Wimbledon by securing her 15th consecutive Grand Slam title. With a spectacular performance in the women’s wheelchair final, de Groot claimed her sixth singles trophy at the prestigious All England Club. Her victory over fellow Dutchwoman Aniek van Koot with a
Jasmine Paolini’s remarkable journey to the Wimbledon final has been nothing short of a roller coaster of emotions. Paolini, who had never won a match at the All England Club until last week, found herself facing an uphill battle against Donna Vekic in the semifinal. Despite dropping the opening set and being two games from
Barbora Krejcikova’s unexpected victory at Wimbledon was a testament to her resilience and determination. Despite facing various challenges throughout the season, including injuries and a decline in her ranking, Krejcikova managed to defy the odds and claim the prestigious title. Her triumph against the No. 7 seed, Jasmine Paolini, in a thrilling three-set match showcased