Novak Djokovic, the defending champion of the French Open, has had to withdraw from the quarterfinals match against Casper Ruud due to a right knee injury. The injury, referred to as a “torn medial meniscus,” was sustained during his grueling fourth-round win over Francisco Cerundolo. Djokovic expressed his disappointment, as this decision means he will
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The shocking victory of Alex de Minaur over one of the game’s powerhouses, Daniil Medvedev, to secure a spot in the French Open quarterfinals marked a significant milestone in the Australian’s career. De Minaur, a slight Sydneysider known for his big heart and electric speed, was left dumbfounded by his remarkable defeat of Medvedev, making
Alexander Zverev showcased his fighting spirit as he rallied from a 4-1 deficit in the fifth set to defeat Tallon Griekspoor and secure a spot in the fourth round at the French Open. Despite a rocky start, Zverev’s determination and grit helped him secure the victory in a thrilling five-set encounter. This win not only
In a thrilling third-round match at the French Open, second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka faced off against her friendly rival, Paula Badosa. Despite their close friendship off the court, both players put their camaraderie aside to give it their all on the clay. Sabalenka managed to secure a 7-5, 6-1 victory over Badosa, maintaining her hopes for
Andy and Jamie Murray are considering the idea of teaming up for the men’s doubles event at Wimbledon this year. This decision comes after Andy Murray played with Dan Evans in the French Open but lost in the first round. Both brothers are hoping to represent Team GB at the Paris Olympics, and their potential
The defending champion Novak Djokovic faced off against unseeded Spaniard Roberto Carballes Baena in the French Open on Thursday. Djokovic, known for his impeccable skills on the court, was initially pushed to work hard by Carballes Baena but eventually secured a routine victory with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-1, 6-2. Despite his early struggles in
During the French Open, David Goffin faced a challenging situation when he accused partisan fans of showing “total disrespect.” He claimed to have been spat at by a spectator during his first-round match against local favorite Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Despite his strong performance on the court, the audience’s behavior towards him led him to express
The story of Australian tennis players at Roland Garros this year has been one of disappointment and sorrow. One player in particular, Max Purcell, faced a devastating defeat in the first round after missing out on six match points against Henri Squire. Despite his valiant effort to make a comeback, Purcell ultimately fell short, leaving
The world of tennis is no stranger to controversies regarding the behaviors of players on court. From arguments with officials to racket smashing, players have often been known to let their emotions get the best of them during matches. However, one incident at the French Open raised eyebrows and sparked a debate about the consequences
British tennis player Jack Draper’s hopes of reaching the second round at Roland Garros for the first time were shattered on Sunday as he faced a shocking defeat to Dutch qualifier Jesper de Jong. Despite struggling with his serve and being on the brink of a straight-sets loss, Draper managed to salvage the third set
Madison Keys showcased her dominance on clay courts by securing a convincing 6-1, 6-2 victory over fellow American Danielle Collins in the final of the Strasbourg International. As the fourth seed, Keys demonstrated her prowess by clinching her first title of the year and maintaining her exceptional form leading up to the French Open. Despite
Alexander Zverev was taken aback when he learned that he would be matched against 14-time champion Rafael Nadal in the first round of the French Open. Despite Nadal’s limited play this year and consequent low ranking, the Spaniard remains a force to be reckoned with on the clay courts of Roland Garros. Zverev, already a