Alexei Popyrin, the No. 62-ranked player in the world, achieved a remarkable feat by defeating fifth-seeded Andrey Rublev in straight sets at the National Bank Open. This victory marked the most significant singles title of Popyrin’s career, elevating him to a new level in the tennis world. Despite having only two lower-level ATP Tour titles
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In a stunning display of skill and determination, fifth-seeded Andrey Rublev emerged victorious in the National Bank Open semifinals against Matteo Arnaldi. Despite facing a rain delay early in the second set, Rublev managed to maintain his focus and secure a 6-4, 6-2 win. This victory adds to Rublev’s already impressive track record, with notable
The National Bank Open witnessed a stunning upset as Amanda Anisimova defeated second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka with a dominating 6-2, 6-2 victory. This marked Anisimova’s first win over a top-10 player in almost two years, showcasing her resilience and determination on the court. Anisimova, one of the five U.S. quarterfinalists, took a hiatus from tennis last
The National Bank Open was full of surprises as No. 1 seed Coco Gauff suffered a shocking defeat at the hands of 14th-seeded Diana Shnaider. Despite being the second-ranked player in the world, Gauff struggled to find her timing, committing numerous unforced errors and double faults throughout the match. The windy conditions at Sobeys Stadium
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Coco Gauff, the top-seeded player, effortlessly defeated Yafan Wang with a score of 6-4, 6-2 in the National Bank Open. Gauff, who is gearing up for her U.S. Open title defense, showcased her prowess on the hard court after a hiatus since the Miami Open in April.
The National Bank Open in Montreal witnessed some impressive singles performances by American tennis players. Olympic doubles bronze medalists Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul showcased their skills by winning their opening singles matches. Fritz, seeded ninth, defeated Mariano Navone of Argentina in straight sets, while the 10th-seeded Paul emerged victorious against Luciano Darderi of Italy.
Rafael Nadal’s recent decision to pull out of the US Open has left many questioning the future of his tennis career at the age of 38. This marks the third Grand Slam tournament that Nadal has missed this season, sparking speculations about his physical condition and his ability to continue competing at the highest level.
Sebastian Korda made history on Sunday night by clinching his second ATP Tour title at the Mubadala Citi DC Open. The victory not only marked a significant milestone in his career but also paid homage to his father, Petr Korda, who won the Sovran Bank Classic 32 years ago. This father-son double triumph is a
Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation, was left emotional and teary-eyed after his loss to Novak Djokovic in the men’s tennis singles final at the Paris Olympics. The pressure of playing for his country, Spain, seemed to weigh heavily on him as he faced the world number one on the court. Despite his impressive performance
Qinwen Zheng made history as the first Chinese tennis player to claim Olympic gold in singles at the Paris women’s final. Her victory against Croatia’s Donna Vekic was not only a personal triumph but a significant milestone for Chinese tennis. Zheng’s win was met with an outpouring of support from her family, fans, and the