As the US Open draws near, tennis fans are buzzing with anticipation over the potential matchups that could unfold during the tournament. Defending champion Novak Djokovic and rising star Carlos Alcaraz find themselves positioned on opposite sides of the bracket, raising the possibility of a thrilling final showdown. However, before such a meeting can take
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In a stunning display of skill and determination, world number one Jannik Sinner emerged victorious in the final of the Cincinnati Open, defeating Frances Tiafoe in straight sets. Despite recent health struggles, Sinner proved that he is a force to be reckoned with as he prepares for the upcoming US Open. At just 23 years
In a tense and grueling match, top-ranked Jannik Sinner managed to outlast Alexander Zverev in a third-set tiebreaker, securing his spot in the Cincinnati Open final. The match, lasting over 3 hours, 7 minutes, saw Sinner emerge victorious with a 7-6 (9), 5-7, 7-6 (4) win. Despite facing a tough opponent in Zverev, who had
The Cincinnati Open witnessed top-ranked Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner battling through tough challenges to secure their spots in the semifinals. Swiatek’s 15-match winning streak stayed alive as she clinched a hard-fought victory over 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva. Meanwhile, Sinner avenged his previous loss to Andrey Rublev, becoming the first Italian man to reach the semis
Carlos Alcaraz’s recent match at the Cincinnati Open against Gael Monfils was filled with frustration and disappointment. The young tennis sensation smashed his racket in a rare display of emotion, feeling defeated as he lost to Monfils in three sets. Alcaraz described it as the “worst match” of his career, highlighting the emotional toll that
The defending champion Coco Gauff faced a surprising defeat in her opening match at the Cincinnati Open, losing to Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva in a grueling three-set match. Last year, Gauff made history by becoming the youngest Cincinnati champion at the age of 19, and her triumph paved the way for her to claim the US
Polish tennis player Iga Swiatek recently made her return to hard courts in the Cincinnati Open, after finishing third for Poland in the Paris Olympics on clay. Despite the challenges of transitioning from the slowest surface to the fastest surface, Swiatek managed to secure a hard-fought victory against Varvara Gracheva. With six WTA Tour victories
Jessica Pegula, the No. 3 seed and the sixth-ranked WTA Tour player, showcased her prowess in the National Bank Open women’s singles final by defeating Amanda Anisimova in a thrilling match. Pegula, hailing from Buffalo, New York, successfully defended her title and secured her sixth tournament victory, emphasizing her strong record at the Canadian tennis
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
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