Tennis

Jannik Sinner, the top-ranked player in the world, expressed gratitude to fans on Tuesday for backing him during a doping scandal before the US Open. He also noted that feelings among his fellow players about the case varied, but the general response was not negative. Sinner overcame a difficult beginning to secure a dominant 2-6, 6-2, 6-1, 6-2 win against American Mackenzie McDonald. His place in the second round of the final Grand Slam of the year was guaranteed by his remarkable comeback.

Novak Djokovic, driven by his victorious Olympic Games experience, aims to break new Grand Slam records at the US Open starting Monday, while his title opponent Jannik Sinner faces scrutiny over two failed drugs tests upon arriving in New York. If he wins a fifth title, Djokovic could become the oldest champion in the tournament's Open era, tying the record shared by Connors, Sampras, and Federer. The 37-year-old would also increase his Grand Slam wins to 25, surpassing the 24 he currently holds

Denis Shapovalov, along with other tennis players, spoke out against perceived double standards in the sport when Jannik Sinner, the top-ranked player, was not punished for failing two drug tests in one year. On Tuesday, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced that an independent tribunal had given Sinner the green light to keep playing, leading former top 10 player Shapovalov to question if the Italian was given special treatment. The Canadian expressed on social media that he cannot fathom how other banned

In a thrilling final at the Cincinnati Open, Jannik Sinner emerged victorious over Frances Tiafoe, clinching the title with a masterful performance. The Italian sensation showcased his exceptional skill and composure on the court, defeating the American in a gripping three-set battle. The final scoreline of 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 reflects the intensity and high level of play that characterized this exciting match. A Stellar Performance by Sinner From the moment the match began, Jannik Sinner demonstrated why he is considered one of the

In an exhilarating display of power and precision, Aryna Sabalenka clinched the title at the Cincinnati Open, overpowering American Jessica Pegula with a commanding performance. The final, held at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, showcased her relentless drive and formidable skill, as she defeated Pegula 6-3, 6-4 to capture her third title of the season. A Dominant Performance From the very first serve, she aggressive play set the tone for the match. The Belarusian star, known for her powerful groundstrokes and imposing presence

Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old American tennis prodigy, is looking to recalibrate her game as she heads into the final Grand Slam of the year—the US Open. After a surprising early exit from the Cincinnati Masters, where she was unexpectedly defeated in the opening round, Gauff is setting her sights on rejuvenating her performance and regaining her momentum. The Cincinnati Masters, held annually at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, is known for its high level of competition and serves as a crucial warm-up event

Novak Djokovic Set to Return to Indian Wells After 5-Year Absence In a significant comeback, Novak Djokovic is gearing up to participate in the BNP Paribas Open, marking his first appearance at the prestigious event in five years. The world's top-ranked male player's last presence at Indian Wells dates back to 2019, where he was ousted in the third round. His absence in the subsequent years was attributed to his non-vaccination against COVID-19, a requirement for noncitizen visitors to the U.S. until the

Andy Murray Refuses to Bow Out Amidst Calls for Retirement Renowned three-times Grand Slam champion, Andy Murray, has pushed back against suggestions that he might "damage his legacy" by continuing his career, following a series of setbacks that led to a third consecutive first-round exit at the start of this season. Murray, who rejuvenated his career after undergoing hip-resurfacing surgery in 2019, has encountered challenges reaching the latter stages of top-tier events. His journey in Grand Slam tournaments has been marred by struggles,

Pope Francis Congratulates Italy on Jannik Sinner's Historic Australian Open Victory In a heartening moment for Italy, Pope Francis extended his congratulations to the nation after Jannik Sinner secured the Australian Open title on Sunday, making him the first Italian man to clinch a Grand Slam singles title in almost 50 years. The Pope conveyed his felicitations during an audience with the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona, emphasizing the significance of Sinner's achievement. The Australian Open final saw the 22-year-old Italian player triumph

In a thrilling and error-filled match at the Australian Open, Coco Gauff secured her place in the semifinals by defeating Marta Kostyuk 7-6 (6), 6-7 (3), 6-2. Despite facing a 5-1 deficit, Gauff showed remarkable resilience, saving two set points to claim the opening set in a tiebreaker. The battle extended to a deciding set, with Gauff ultimately emerging victorious after a 3-hour, 8-minute encounter. Gauff expressed pride in her performance during a post-match on-court interview, acknowledging Kostyuk as a tough opponent. The

Virat Kohli and Novak Djokovic, two iconic athletes from different sports, have formed a unique friendship through digital communication. Despite never meeting in person, their interactions on Instagram have created a bond based on mutual admiration and respect. In an interview with Sony Sports, Djokovic expressed his appreciation for Kohli's words about him, stating, "Virat Kohli and I have been texting a little bit for a few years. We never got the chance to meet in person, but it was an honour and

David Beckham took time out from overseeing his Inter Miami side’s dreadful run of form to take in the action on Centre Court at Wimbledon on Wednesday. The former England captain and Manchester United midfielder sat in the Royal Box with his mother Sandra, 74, as play got under way with Russian 11th seed Daria Kasatkina facing Britain’s Jodie Burrage. Dressed in a light brown blazer, the 48-year-old Beckham is a regular visitor to the All England Club – not far from Selhurst

On Tuesday, Sania Mirza bid adieu to the game that has meant everything to her and her partner for more than 20 glorious years at the Dubai Tennis Stadium. The American Madison Keys and the former No. 1 in the world in doubles lost to Veronika Kudermetova and Liudmila Samsonova 6-4, 6-0. Certainly, everyone succumbs to the effects of aging, even legendary actors who play physically demanding parts like Sania. Sania, a permanent resident of Dubai, had decided that it was the perfect

Spain reigns at the summit of men's tennis with Carlos Alcaraz holding world number one spot in the ATP rankings released on Monday with compatriot Rafael Nadal moving back up to second. Nadal, 36, benefited from Casper Ruud's quarter-final exit in Seoul where he was top seed, to move ahead of the Norwegian. Novak Djokovic, winner of his third tournament this season in Tel Aviv, stays seventh but scores 250 precious points in the race for the ATP Finals in Turin, his end-of-season

Emma Raducanu is through to the second round of the Slovenia Open after winning her first match since her unsuccessful US Open title defence. British number one Raducanu was leading 6-2 5-3 when her opponent Dayana Yastremska was forced to retire. The 22-year-old Ukrainian, who is 89th in the world, injured her wrist while 30-0 down serving to stay in the match. Raducanu, 19, went into the WTA 250 hard-court event as top seed but having slid from 11th to 83rd in the

Serena Williams has confirmed that she will hang up her racket following the US Open Tournament, bringing to an end an amazing tennis career. After claiming her first victory in 340 days since last year's French Open at the National Bank Open on Monday, the American tennis great hinted at retirement by telling reporters: "I love playing, though… but, you know, I can't do this forever. Sometimes you just want to try your best to enjoy the moments, and do the best that

Rafael Nadal regained his aura of invincibility on clay on Sunday by brutally crushing Casper Ruud to lift the French Open trophy for an incredible 14th time and widen the gap at the top of the men's all-time list of Grand Slam winners. Norwegian Ruud became the latest victim in a long line of challengers who have unsuccessfully tried to defeat the Spaniard in the Roland Garros final since Nadal won his maiden title on the red clay in 2005. There was a

Eighth seed Casper Ruud battled past teenager Holger Rune 6-1 4-6 7-6(2) 6-3 on Wednesday to reach the French Open semi-finals and become the first Norwegian to reach this stage in any Grand Slam. He will play Croatian 20th seed Marin Cilic in the semi-final. "Of course a lot of nerves all day to get going. It's tough to find calm and peace," Ruud said. "I started great but Holger fought back and raised his level." "I had played him three times already,

Norway's Casper Ruud and Denmark's Holger Rune led a Viking charge into the last 16 of the French Open with impressive wins at Roland Garros on Saturday. Eighth seed Ruud battled back to beat Italy's Lorenzo Sonego to take his place in the fourth round in Paris for the first time having reached round three for the past three years. A little later, Danish 19-year-old Rune continued his sensational progress as he trounced France's Hugo Gaston. Things looked bad for Ruud when a

World number two Daniil Medvedev has downplayed his chances of mounting a serious challenge at the French Open after the Russian went down to Richard Gasquet at the Geneva Open on Tuesday in his first match back since hernia surgery. The U.S. Open champion, who last played at the Miami Open at the end of March, was beaten 6-2 7-6(5) by Gasquet at the ATP 250 claycourt event. "I don't play my best tennis on clay courts," he told reporters. "I know that