Four years after winning his only major title, Dominic Thiem found himself saying goodbye to his professional career on the same court where he had experienced his greatest success. The Arthur Ashe Stadium was a familiar setting, but the circumstances surrounding Thiem’s final match at a Grand Slam tournament were vastly different from his triumphant
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Dominic Thiem, a former US Open champion, bid a final farewell to the New York crowd as his Grand Slam career came to a close with a first-round loss to Ben Shelton. Despite the loss, Thiem expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play before a packed house, a stark contrast to the empty stadium during
Carlos Alcaraz, a rising star in the world of tennis, encountered a minor setback during his US Open training session when he twisted his right ankle. Despite the injury, Alcaraz remains optimistic about his participation in the upcoming Grand Slam event. He emphasized that he halted his practice out of caution and not due to
Novak Djokovic recently expressed his understanding of why some tennis players are questioning the double-standard that seems to exist in the sport. This discussion arose after Jannik Sinner, despite testing positive for steroids twice, was not suspended. Djokovic acknowledged the frustration felt by players due to the lack of consistency in such cases. Sinner’s situation
After years of competing in professional tennis, American player Shelby Rogers has made the difficult decision to retire from the sport following the upcoming US Open. The 31-year-old athlete expressed her love for the game in a heartfelt post on social media, explaining that her body can no longer withstand the physical toll of injuries
The US Open draw has set the stage for some potentially thrilling matchups as defending champion Novak Djokovic and rising star Carlos Alcaraz find themselves on opposite sides of the bracket. The possibility of a final showdown between these two players adds an extra layer of excitement to the tournament, especially after their epic battles
The world witnessed a remarkable display of tennis prowess as Jannik Sinner claimed victory at the Cincinnati Open final against Frances Tiafoe. Despite recent health struggles, Sinner’s performance showcased his unwavering determination and talent on the court. At just 23 years old, he became the youngest Cincinnati champion since Andy Murray’s victory in 2008. Sinner’s
In the highly-anticipated semifinal match at the Cincinnati Open, top-ranked Jannik Sinner emerged victorious in a grueling battle against Alexander Zverev. The match went to a third-set tiebreaker, with Sinner ultimately prevailing with a score of 7-6 (9), 5-7, 7-6 (4) after 3 hours and 7 minutes of intense play. Sinner’s victory marked his fifth
In a thrilling match at the Cincinnati Open, top-ranked Iga Swiatek managed to extend her match winning streak to an impressive 15 games by defeating 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 7-5. Swiatek’s next challenge will be against third-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, who secured her spot in the semifinals with a dominant 6-3,
The world of professional tennis is full of highs and lows, as evidenced by the recent match between Carlos Alcaraz and Gael Monfils at the Cincinnati Open. Alcaraz, a rising star in the sport, faced a moment of frustration when he lost to Monfils in a grueling three-set match. This defeat left Alcaraz feeling defeated,
The Cincinnati Open has always been a tournament filled with surprises, and this year is no different. Defending champion Coco Gauff, who made history last year by becoming the youngest Cincinnati champion at just 19, was unable to hold onto her title. Despite having a bye in the first round, she fell to Kazakhstan’s Yulia
Transitioning from clay courts to hard courts in professional tennis can be a daunting task for even the most experienced players. The shift in pace, bounce, and movement required can often throw players off their game initially. Top-ranked Iga Swiatek acknowledged the difficulties of this transition after her match in the Cincinnati Open, where she