Carlos Alcaraz, the current defending champion at the Madrid Open, has been facing some challenges with his forehand following an arm injury that disrupted the beginning of his clay-court season. The young 20-year-old player, who recently defended his Indian Wells title and reached the quarterfinals at the Miami Open, injured his right forearm during a
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Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending champion at the Madrid Open, showcased his dominance once again with a commanding victory over Thiago Seyboth Wild in the third round. Alcaraz’s 6-3, 6-3 win marked his second consecutive triumph in his return to the tournament after skipping Monte Carlo and Barcelona due to an arm injury. Despite initial
Rafael Nadal’s journey to reclaiming his former glory has been marked by setbacks and injuries in recent years. However, at the Madrid Open, Nadal showed the world that he is not ready to hang up his racket just yet. In a thrilling second-round match against 11th-ranked Alex de Minaur, Nadal emerged victorious with a 7-6
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
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