Don’t expect tennis to resume in near future: Nadal
Spanish tennis star and world no.2 Rafael Nadal said that he doesn’t expect any tournaments to happen in the near future until the coronavirus pandemic is brought under control. Continue Reading
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Tennis and cricket stars get behind Australia bushfire relief
Tennis and cricket stars spearheaded by Nick Kyrgios and Chris Lynn on Friday pledged support for victims of bushfires raging around Australia, donating cash for every ace or six they hit. Continue Reading
Nadal wins US Open, claims his 19th Grand Slam Title
Rafael Nadal captured his 19th career Grand Slam title in thrilling fashion by winning the US Open final, outlasting Russia’s Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 to seize his fourth crown in New York Sunday. Continue Reading
Nadal ‘in good shape’ after entering semi-finals in US Open
Andreescu becomes first teen in US Open semis since 2009
Canadian teen Bianca Andreescu became the first teen US Open semi-finalist in a decade on Wednesday, defeating Belgium’s Elise Mertens to set up a battle with Belinda Bencic for a spot in the final. Continue Reading
Injured Djokovic quits US Open clash with Wawrinka
Top-ranked defending champion Novak Djokovic retired with a shoulder injury after dropping the first two sets of Sunday’s US Open last-16 match against Stan Wawrinka. Continue Reading
Federer irked by claims of schedule favouritism
Roger Federer said he was “sick and tired” at suggestions he dictated the scheduling at the US Open after thrashing Britain’s Dan Evans, who was hampered by a quick turnaround between matches. Continue Reading
Andy Murray to return to singles
Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray said on Friday he will return to singles competition next week at the ATP Cincinnati Masters, seven months after having right hip surgery he feared might end his career. Continue Reading
I can beat anyone: Gauff
Cori Gauff, the 15-year-old schoolgirl who stunned five-time champion Venus Williams in the first round, continued her Wimbledon dream debut on Wednesday when she eased into the last 32 and claimed: “I can beat anyone.” Continue Reading
French Open Tennis: Osaka, Zverev survive 2nd Round horror show at Roland Garros
Japan’s Naomi Osaka battled back from a set and a break down to reach the Roland Garros second round on Tuesday while Grand Slam under-achiever Alexander Zverev needed four hours to get through his opener. Continue Reading