Tennis

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

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

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

American tennis player Taylor Townsend recently achieved a significant milestone in her career by winning her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. Paired with Czech partner Katerina Siniakova, they emerged victorious in the women’s doubles final against the pair of Gabriela Dabrowski from Canada and Erin Routliffe from New Zealand. Despite the challenging circumstances and

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

The eagerly anticipated Wimbledon final is approaching, offering a thrilling rematch between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. Alcaraz, the defending champion, has a solid blueprint for defeating Djokovic at the prestigious event. Despite facing some challenges with dropping the opening set in previous matches, Alcaraz has demonstrated that his variety and drop shot can be

In a stunning upset at Wimbledon, Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated the top-seeded pairing of Hsieh Su-Wei and Elise Mertens on Friday. This victory marked the end of Hsieh’s winning streak at the tournament, as the Czech Republic’s Siniakova put on an impressive performance on No. 1 Court. The match ended with a score

Nicolai Budkov Kjaer made history by becoming the first Norwegian man to win a Grand Slam singles title at either the junior or professional level. In an impressive display of skill, he defeated Mees Rottgering of the Netherlands 6-3, 6-3 in the boys‘ final at Wimbledon. Breaking his opponent four times in the second set,

Following her victory at Wimbledon, Barbora Krejcikova made a significant leap in the WTA rankings, securing a spot in the top 10 for the first time in six months. This achievement marks a remarkable comeback for the 28-year-old player from Czechia, who had previously reached as high as No. 2 in singles and No. 1

Emma Raducanu faced a difficult decision at Wimbledon when she chose to withdraw from the mixed doubles, ultimately ending Andy Murray’s career at his home Grand Slam. Despite the disappointment surrounding her decision, Raducanu defended her choice, stating that prioritizing her body was crucial. She mentioned that many players in a similar situation would have

Coco Gauff faced a tough match against Emma Navarro at Centre Court in Wimbledon. Despite looking towards her coaches in the guest box for assistance, she was unable to turn the match in her favor. Unfortunately, Gauff has yet to progress past the fourth round at Wimbledon, and her journey was cut short once again