Carlos Alcaraz made his comeback at the Madrid Open after missing out on the Monte Carlo and Barcelona tournaments due to an injured arm. Despite his concerns about his fitness for the event, Alcaraz managed to secure a comfortable victory in his opening match against Alexander Shevchenko. While he admitted to not being able to
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The addition of a second retractable roof at Roland Garros marks a significant development in the history of the French Open. This project, spearheaded with the Paris Olympics in mind, is set to enhance the overall experience for both players and spectators. With the inauguration of the roof over the 10,000-seat Suzanne Lenglen court scheduled
The tennis world is mourning the loss of Brian Tobin, the former president of the International Tennis Federation, who passed away at the age of 93. His contributions to the sport have left a lasting impact that will be remembered for years to come. One of Tobin’s most significant achievements during his tenure as the
Carlos Alcaraz, the third-ranked player in the world, is making his return to the court at the Madrid Open after recovering from a right arm injury that sidelined him for the Monte Carlo and Barcelona tournaments. Despite being a two-time defending champion in Madrid, Alcaraz is being cautious with his expectations for the tournament. He
Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, has announced his participation in the upcoming Laver Cup in Berlin in September. This may potentially be one of his last tournaments, as he has hinted at the possibility of retiring in 2024. Nadal, who is 37 years old, expressed his eagerness to seize every opportunity presented to
Elena Rybakina showcased her dominance on the court as she defeated Marta Kostyuk with ease in the Stuttgart Open final. The Kazakhstani fourth seed took control of the match early on, breaking to love in the opening game and never looking back. Her powerful game and consistent play allowed her to cruise through the first
In a thrilling semifinal match at the Porsche Grand Prix, Elena Rybakina defeated the top-ranked Iga Świątek in a three-set battle. Rybakina, currently ranked world No. 4, showcased her skills by hitting 10 aces and saving 11 out of the 13 break points she faced during the match. This victory marked Rybakina’s fourth win in
Emma Raducanu faced a tough opponent in the quarterfinals of the Porsche Grand Prix, as she came up against the reigning champion Iga Swiatek. Despite showing glimpses of her winning form from the 2021 U.S. Open, Raducanu fell short in a 7-6 (2), 6-3 loss to the world’s top-ranked player. Swiatek’s consistent play and clay-court
In a stunning display of skill and determination, Casper Ruud secured his season-leading 26th win at the Barcelona Open by defeating Jordan Thompson in straight sets. The third-seeded Norwegian showcased his talent with a 6-1, 6-4 victory, moving one win ahead of Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner in 2024. Ruud, currently ranked No. 6, is
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, returned to the court after a long injury layoff only to suffer an early exit in the Barcelona Open. Losing in straight sets to Alex de Minaur, Nadal showed glimpses of his former self but ultimately could not keep up with the 11th-ranked player. Despite comfortably defeating Flavio
After a lengthy hiatus from competitive tennis, Rafael Nadal made a triumphant return at the Barcelona Open with a convincing first-round victory over Flavio Cobolli. Despite the 21-year-old Italian putting up some resistance, Nadal’s class and experience shone through as he secured a 6-2, 6-3 win. This win marks Nadal’s first tournament appearance in over
In a thrilling match at the Porsche Grand Prix, Paula Badosa managed to secure a victory over Diana Shnaider with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-4. It was a hard-fought battle, with Shnaider saving four match points before Badosa finally sealed the win on the clay courts. Despite facing 10 double faults, Badosa’s perseverance paid off