Dominic Thiem, a prominent figure in the tennis world, recently suffered a first-round loss at the US Open to No. 13 seed Ben Shelton, marking the end of his Grand Slam career. Despite his significant victory in 2020, where he triumphed in a nearly empty Arthur Ashe Stadium due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this defeat
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During a recent training session for the upcoming US Open, Carlos Alcaraz had to cut it short due to a twisted ankle. The 21-year-old, who is coming off recent victories at the French Open and Wimbledon, mentioned that he stopped the practice as a precautionary measure. While he remains optimistic about the injury not affecting
Professional tennis player Novak Djokovic recently weighed in on the controversial case of Jannik Sinner, who tested positive for anabolic steroids but was not suspended due to unintentional consumption. Djokovic acknowledged the frustration among players regarding the lack of consistency in the sport’s doping protocols. He highlighted the importance of clear and fair standards in
American tennis player Shelby Rogers, a two-time major quarterfinalist, has decided to retire from the sport following the upcoming US Open. In a heartfelt post on social media, the 31-year-old athlete expressed that she would have continued playing if she were healthy, but unfortunately, a series of injuries and subsequent surgeries have taken a toll
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
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