Paris Masters: Injured Monfils pulls out of Djokovic clash
3 years, 2 months ago

Paris Masters: Injured Monfils pulls out of Djokovic clash

The Hindu  

Frenchman Gael Monfils withdrew hours before his match against Novak Djokovic in the Paris Masters on Thursday due to an adductor strain, sending the Serbian world number one into the quarter-finals. World number two Daniil Medvedev needed three sets to see off Sebastian Korda of the United States 4-6 6-1 6-3. Poland's Hubert Hurkacz also booked his place in the quarter-finals with a 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 win over German Dominik Koepfer, to improve his chances of qualifying for the Nov. 14-21 ATP Finals in Turin. Djokovic, Stefanos Tsitsipas, US Open champion Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev and Matteo Berrettini have qualified for the event with two spots yet to be confirmed.

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ATP Finals: Taylor Fritz off to winning start after Daniil Medvedev meltdown
2 months ago

ATP Finals: Taylor Fritz off to winning start after Daniil Medvedev meltdown

The Hindu  

American Taylor Fritz won his first match in the group stage of the ATP Finals 2024 when he beat Daniil Medvedev 6-4 6-3 on Sunday after the Russian lost his cool and risked getting defaulted by his bizarre antics. The opening set went with serve without a single break point until the final game, with Fritz especially dominant on his …

ATP Finals 2024: Novak Djokovic withdraws due to unspecified injury
2 months ago

ATP Finals 2024: Novak Djokovic withdraws due to unspecified injury

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic won't defend his ATP Finals title after ruling himself out on Tuesday due to an unspecified injury. Djokovic wrote in an Instagram story, “I was really looking forward to being there, but due to ongoing injury I won't be playing next week. Apologies to those who were planning to see me.” Novak Djokovic wrote about his injury via …

ATP Rolex Paris Masters Semi-final: Koolhof and Mektic Dominate in Men's Doubles
2 months, 1 week ago

ATP Rolex Paris Masters Semi-final: Koolhof and Mektic Dominate in Men's Doubles

BBC  

The ATP Rolex Paris Masters semi-finals saw some exciting matches on the court. In the Men's Doubles, Wesley Koolhof and Nikola Mektic defeated Neal Skupski and Michael Venus in a thrilling match, while Alexander Zverev and Holger Rune battled it out in the Men's Singles semi-final, with Zverev emerging victorious in a thrilling tie-breaker. In the Women's Doubles, Lloyd Glasspool …

Zverev Clinches Straight-Set Victory Over Tsitsipas in Paris Masters Quarterfinals
2 months, 1 week ago

Zverev Clinches Straight-Set Victory Over Tsitsipas in Paris Masters Quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Zverev defeats Tsitsipas in a straight-sets match, securing a place in the semifinals of the Paris Masters. The German, who reached the French Open final this year, showcased his power and precision on the clay court, winning the first set convincingly before cruising to a comfortable victory in the second.

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: A Thrilling Battle of Doubles
2 months, 1 week ago

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: A Thrilling Battle of Doubles

BBC  

In the Round of 16 of the ATP Rolex Paris Masters, Sadio Doumbia and Fabien Reboul defeated Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic, while Neal Skupski and Michael Venus overcame Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos. Harri Helioevaara and Henry Patten emerged victorious in their Round of 16 match, while Ariel Behar and Robert Galloway defeated Hugo Nys and Jan Zielinski. Max …

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Arthur Fils Takes Down Marin Cilic in Round of 64
2 months, 1 week ago

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Arthur Fils Takes Down Marin Cilic in Round of 64

BBC  

In the Round of 64, Arthur Fils defeated Marin Cilic 7-6 in a thrilling match. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard and Frances Tiafoe also advanced to the next round with wins over Richard Gasquet and Casper Ruud respectively. Zizou Bergs and Jan-Lennard Struff secured their spots in the next round with victories over Richard Gasquet and Lorenzo Musetti.

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Arthur Fils Takes Down Marin Cilic in Round of 64
2 months, 1 week ago

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Arthur Fils Takes Down Marin Cilic in Round of 64

BBC  

In the Round of 64 of the ATP Rolex Paris Masters, Arthur Fils defeated Marin Cilic 7-6 in a thrilling match. In the other half of the bracket, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard defeated Frances Tiafoe 6-4, while Zizou Bergs defeated Richard Gasquet 6-3. In the Round of 32, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Nicolas Jarry 7-5, while Jordan Thompson defeated Casper Ruud 7-6. …

French Open Tennis: Rinderknech Takes Down Machac in Round of 64
2 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open Tennis: Rinderknech Takes Down Machac in Round of 64

BBC  

A total of 32 matches took place at the ATP Rolex Paris Masters tournament, with the round of 64 being the most populated. In the men's singles competition, Arthur Rinderknech emerged victorious in the Round of 64, defeating Tomas Machac in a thrilling match. In the women's singles, the top seed, Bianca Cerundolo, secured a spot in the Round of …

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Hugo Nys and Jan Zielinski Triumph in Men's Doubles Final
2 months, 2 weeks ago

ATP Rolex Paris Masters: Hugo Nys and Jan Zielinski Triumph in Men's Doubles Final

BBC  

Two exciting matches took place at the ATP Rolex Paris Masters. In the first match, Hugo Nys and Jan Zielinski defeated Nathaniel Lammons and Jackson Withrow in a thrilling tie-breaker, 7-5. In the second match, Marin Cilic and Ivan Dodig overcame Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni in a dominant display, 7-6.

Novak Djokovic misses Paris Masters, ATP Tour Finals participation in doubt
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic misses Paris Masters, ATP Tour Finals participation in doubt

New York Times  

Novak Djokovic will not defend his title at the Paris Masters 1000, which begins October 28 in the French capital. By skipping the Paris Masters, he could also be overhauled in the so-called ‘Race to Turin,’ which would put him out of the ATP Tour Finals anyway. Djokovic won last year’s event in Paris by beating Dimitrov in the final …

ATP Swiss Indoors Basel: Ugo Humbert and Arthur Fils Clash in Round of 32
2 months, 3 weeks ago

ATP Swiss Indoors Basel: Ugo Humbert and Arthur Fils Clash in Round of 32

BBC  

A mix of singles and doubles action took center stage at the ATP Swiss Indoors Basel. Ugo Humbert emerged victorious in the Round of 32 of the Men's Singles competition, defeating Jerome Kym in a thrilling match. Meanwhile, in the Round of 16 of the Men's Doubles competition, Henry Bernet and Jerome Kym secured a spot in the next round …

Tiafoe Dominates Evans in Almaty, Sets Up Clash with Vukic
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Tiafoe Dominates Evans in Almaty, Sets Up Clash with Vukic

News 18  

Frances Tiafoe defeated British qualifier Daniel Evans 6-7 (10), 7-6 (4), 6-3 in two hours and 39 minutes in the second round of the Almaty Open in Kazakhstan on Thursday. Tiafoe's quarterfinal opponent will be Australian Aleksandar Vukic, who knocked out eighth seed Adrian Mannarino of France 7-6 (4), 6-3.

Stefanos Tsitsipas seeks success in depleted ATP Montreal field
5 months ago

Stefanos Tsitsipas seeks success in depleted ATP Montreal field

The Hindu  

Stefanos Tsitsipas called withdrawing from the ATP Montreal Masters a “normal” move from Olympic champion Novak Djokovic and silver medalist Carlos Alcaraz. The 2018 Canadian finalist, who lost to Djokovic in the Paris quarter-finals last week, said there is no shame in pulling the plug after such a dramatic showing at the Games. “If you win an Olympic medal it’s …

Novak Djokovic breaks singles record in Paris, edges closer to 1st Olympic gold; Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz eye semis
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic breaks singles record in Paris, edges closer to 1st Olympic gold; Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz eye semis

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic remained comfortably on course for a first Olympic gold medal to add to his record-breaking collection of titles on Wednesday as fellow superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz aimed for a place in the doubles semi-finals. Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after winning his match against Dominik Koepfer of Germany Djokovic, who has won three of his 24 …

Novak Djokovic is into the Paris Olympics quarterfinals. Russia’s Daniil Medvedev loses
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic is into the Paris Olympics quarterfinals. Russia’s Daniil Medvedev loses

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic is back in the Summer Games singles quarterfinals for the fourth time in five appearances at the Olympics. A top player on the other half of the men’s bracket, 2021 U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev — a Russian who, like everyone from his country, must compete under the label “Individual Neutral Athletes,” identified by the French …

Paris Olympics 2024: Djokovic sweeps into second round and potential Nadal clash
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Djokovic sweeps into second round and potential Nadal clash

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic lost just one game in his Olympic tennis opener on Saturday to set up a potential blockbuster clash against old rival Rafael Nadal. Djokovic, chasing a first Olympic gold to add to his 24 Grand Slams, brushed aside Australia’s Matthew Ebden 6-0, 6-1 in just 53 minutes under the roof of Court Philippe Chatrier. Without a singles ranking, …

US teen Michelsen to face Giron in ATP Hall of Fame final
5 months, 3 weeks ago

US teen Michelsen to face Giron in ATP Hall of Fame final

The Hindu  

US teen Alex Michelsen ended Reilly Opelka’s comeback from a layoff of nearly two years on Saturday, advancing to face countryman Marcos Giron in the ATP Hall of Fame Open final. Michelsen, last year’s Newport runner-up, defeated Opelka 6-2, 6-0 in only 59 minutes in the ATP grass-court event at Rhode Island. Michelsen became the youngest player since Spain’s Carlos …

'Really sad' Djokovic out of French Open with knee injury
7 months ago

'Really sad' Djokovic out of French Open with knee injury

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic holds a press conference after winning men's singles round of sixteen match against Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo on day nine of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros Complex in Paris on June 3, 2024. PARIS - Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open on Tuesday ahead of his quarter-final against Casper Ruud because of …

'Really sad' Djokovic out of French Open with knee injury
7 months ago

'Really sad' Djokovic out of French Open with knee injury

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic holds a press conference after winning men's singles round of sixteen match against Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo on day nine of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros Complex in Paris on June 3, 2024. PARIS - Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open on Tuesday ahead of his quarter-final against Casper Ruud because of …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 with knee injury, Sinner set to become new world number one
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 with knee injury, Sinner set to become new world number one

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open 2024 ahead of his quarterfinal due to a knee injury sustained in his marathon fourth-round win over Francisco Cerundolo, organisers said on Tuesday. The withdrawal ended the Serb’s quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam trophy and will result in him losing the world number one ranking to Italian Jannik …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 due to knee injury, Jannik Sinner crowned new World No.1
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 due to knee injury, Jannik Sinner crowned new World No.1

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic has been ruled out of the French Open 2024 ahead of the quarterfinals against Casper Ruud due to a knee injury. After Djokovic withdrew from Roland Garros, he also had to relinquish his top spot in the ATP rankings as Jannik Sinner was automatically crowned as the new world number 1. Novak Djokovic ruled out of the French …

French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals

The Independent  

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French Open: Novak Djokovic survives fourth round scare to set up quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Novak Djokovic survives fourth round scare to set up quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud

India TV News  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic survived a fourth-round elimination scare on Monday, June 3 to beat Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo in a five-set thriller 6-1, 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3 in the ongoing French Open. He pipped Lorenzo Musetti of Italy in the third round 7-5, 6-7, 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 and showcased exemplary resilience in the fourth round as well. The win was …

Novak Djokovic limps through longest French Open match of career
7 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic limps through longest French Open match of career

The Independent  

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French Open: Tsitsipas eases into 4th round; Gauff, Alcaraz, Sinner also advance
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Tsitsipas eases into 4th round; Gauff, Alcaraz, Sinner also advance

The Hindu  

Stefanos Tsitsipas was in a reflective mood after beating Zhang Zhizhen 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 to reach the fourth round of the French Open on Friday. “He's a very good fighter.” Arnaldi advanced by eliminating sixth-seeded Andrey Rublev 7-6, 6-2, 6-4. Two-time major winner Carlos Alcaraz also advanced after beating 27th-seeded American Sebastian Korda 6-4, 7-6, 6-3. The three-time French Open …

French Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic soar, Roland Garros bans alcohol in stands
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic soar, Roland Garros bans alcohol in stands

Hindustan Times  

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic powered into the third round of the French Open on Thursday as tournament organisers cracked down on unruly fans by announcing an alcohol ban in the stands while also dealing with headaches caused by wet weather. Playing under the roof on Philippe Chatrier even as Roland Garros authorities were scratching their heads over what to …

Djokovic untroubled at French Open as fans hit by alcohol ban
7 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic untroubled at French Open as fans hit by alcohol ban

China Daily  

Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 30, 2024 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his second round match against Spain's Roberto Carballes at the French Open in Roland Garros, Paris, France May 30, 2024. PARIS, May 30 - Novak Djokovic reached the French Open last 32 for the 19th successive year on Thursday as Roland Garros …

French Open: Djokovic up and running at Roland Garros with victory over Herbert
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Djokovic up and running at Roland Garros with victory over Herbert

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic shrugged off doubts about the state of his game with a confident 6-4 7-6 6-4 defeat of Pierre-Hugues Herbert in the French Open first round on Tuesday. The top seed had to wait until the night match on the third day of the tournament to begin his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title but …

Roland Garros: Novak Djokovic beats Pierre-Hugues Herbert, sails into second round of French Open 2024
7 months, 1 week ago

Roland Garros: Novak Djokovic beats Pierre-Hugues Herbert, sails into second round of French Open 2024

India TV News  

The three-time French Open men's singles champion Novak Djokovic has sailed into the second round of the ongoing French Open 2024 tournament after a straight three-set win 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 over local favourite Pierre-Hugues Herbert. He was tested to the limits in the second set due to the heavy kick serve of the Frenchman but took a 3-0 lead early …

Two-time Runner-up Casper Ruud Dreams of French Open Title
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Two-time Runner-up Casper Ruud Dreams of French Open Title

News 18  

Casper Ruud said he would love to think 2024 is finally his year at the French Open, but added that Novak Djokovic remained his favourite to win the tournament, which starts on Sunday. Twice a runner-up in Paris, Ruud heads to Roland-Garros on a high after winning the Geneva Open title for a third time — but said Djokovic, the …

‘I am worried’: Novak Djokovic heads to the French Open with no titles in 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I am worried’: Novak Djokovic heads to the French Open with no titles in 2024

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic will defend his French Open title in Paris without a trophy this season, after losing in the Geneva Open semifinals on May 24. The 44th-ranked Tomas Machac beat Djokovic 6-4, 0-6, 6-1 in the last clay-court event to prepare for Roland Garros, where main draw play starts on Sunday. "I’m going to take it match by match and …

Novak Djokovic loses Geneva semifinal, goes to French Open with no titles in 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic loses Geneva semifinal, goes to French Open with no titles in 2024

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic will defend his French Open title in Paris still without a trophy this season after losing in the Geneva Open semifinals on Friday. Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, reacts after losing a point as he plays Tomas Machac, of the Czech Republic, during their semi-final match, at the ATP 250 Geneva Open tennis tournament in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, May …

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic eases into third round at Monte Carlo Masters
9 months ago

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic eases into third round at Monte Carlo Masters

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic made light work of his return to clay and did not face a break point in beating Roman Safiullin 6-1, 6-2 to reach the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday. Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates after winning against Russia's Roman Safiullin at the end of their Monte Carlo ATP Masters Series Tournament round of 32 Serving …

Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic Holds Off Relentless Andrey Rublev To Set Up Final Against Grigor Dimitrov
1 year, 2 months ago

Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic Holds Off Relentless Andrey Rublev To Set Up Final Against Grigor Dimitrov

News 18  

Novak Djokovic rallied to defeat Andrey Rublev 5-7, 7-6, 7-5 in a gripping Paris Masters semi-final on Saturday, earning a shot at a record-extending seventh title in the final against Grigor Dimitrov. The world number one relied on his unflinching powers of recovery to work his way back from a set down before sealing victory when fifth seed Rublev doubled-faulted …

Paris Masters 2023: Djokovic beats Rublev to set up final with Dimitrov
1 year, 2 months ago

Paris Masters 2023: Djokovic beats Rublev to set up final with Dimitrov

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic took a step closer to a record-extending seventh Paris Masters crown on Saturday when he beat Russian fifth seed Andrey Rublev 5-7, 7-6, 7-5 to set up a title clash with seasoned Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov. Dimitrov earlier battled past Greek seventh seed Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 6-7, 7-6 to reach his second ATP Masters 1000 final, …

Paris Masters: Grigor Dimitrov beats Hubert Hurkacz to Reach His Second Semifinals
1 year, 2 months ago

Paris Masters: Grigor Dimitrov beats Hubert Hurkacz to Reach His Second Semifinals

News 18  

Grigor Dimitrov booked his spot in the semifinals of the Paris Masters on Friday with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 win over Hubert Hurkacz that ended his rival’s hopes of qualifying for the ATP Finals. pic.twitter.com/UpYN5C2lAq — ROLEX PARIS MASTERS November 3, 2023 READ: WTA Finals: Aryna Sabalenka Secures Win Over Elena Rybakina After Two-Day Ordeal To Reach Semis The 32-year-old …

Djokovic battles back to advance to Paris Masters 2023 quarterfinals
1 year, 2 months ago

Djokovic battles back to advance to Paris Masters 2023 quarterfinals

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic fought back to beat Tallon Griekspoor 4-6, 7-6, 6-4 on Thursday and reach the Paris Masters quarterfinals. READ | Paris Masters 2023: Tsitsipas beats Zverev to qualify for ATP Finals “It could’ve run easily on his way, but I played a good tiebreak and started to feel better on the third. I’m really happy I …

Sinner withdraws from Paris Masters and slams organizers for lack of rest after early morning finish
1 year, 2 months ago

Sinner withdraws from Paris Masters and slams organizers for lack of rest after early morning finish

Associated Press  

PARIS — Jannik Sinner pulled out of the Paris Masters on Thursday in a rare scheduling protest, with the fatigued Italian criticizing organizers for failing to give him enough time to rest following an early morning finish in his previous match. Djokovic, a six-time champion at the Paris Masters, served three double-faults in a poor ninth game and looked almost …

Paris Masters 2023: Carlos Alcaraz not fully fit ahead of Round of 32 clash against Safiullin
1 year, 2 months ago

Paris Masters 2023: Carlos Alcaraz not fully fit ahead of Round of 32 clash against Safiullin

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz said on Monday he was not yet at “100 percent” as he prepares to return from injury this week at the Paris Masters, despite enjoying a practice session with rival Novak Djokovic. I’m coming here feeling well enough to do a good result here.” Second seed Alcaraz will be among the favourites in the French capital, despite failing …

Paris Masters 2023: Americans Shelton, Tiafoe exit in opening round; Murray also loses
1 year, 2 months ago

Paris Masters 2023: Americans Shelton, Tiafoe exit in opening round; Murray also loses

The Hindu  

Americans Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe both lost in the first round of the Paris Masters on Monday. Also, Alex de Minaur saved one match point and rallied from 2-5 down in the third set to beat 2016 champion Andy Murray 7-6, 4-6, 7-5 after a three-hour match. De Minaur saved the match point in the ninth game of the …

Carlos Alcaraz on the mend, plans to play Paris Masters, ATP Finals
1 year, 2 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz on the mend, plans to play Paris Masters, ATP Finals

The Hindu  

World number two Carlos Alcaraz will play at the Paris Masters and the ATP Finals in Turin, the 20-year-old Spaniard said on Wednesday, after he withdrew from the Swiss Indoors championships this month due to injury. “I am feeling better every day and I will play Paris-Bercy and be in Turin for the ATP Finals! Excited to finish the year …

Monfils reclaims Stockholm Open title after 12 years, becomes oldest champion in tournament history
1 year, 2 months ago

Monfils reclaims Stockholm Open title after 12 years, becomes oldest champion in tournament history

The Hindu  

Gael Monfils beat qualifier Pavel Kotov in a thrilling final to win the Stockholm Open, an ATP 250 event, in Sweden on Sunday. The 37-year-old Frenchman, who had previously won the event in 2011, became the oldest champion in tournament history with a 4-6, 7-6, 6-3 win over Russian Kotov in two hours 37 minutes. 109 Kotov, who began his …

Serbia and France off to winning starts in Davis Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

Serbia and France off to winning starts in Davis Cup

The Hindu  

Serbia made a victorious start to their Davis Cup Finals group stage campaign by beating South Korea on Tuesday before 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic arrives for tougher tests ahead. The 36-year-old’s team mates ensured there were no hiccups in their opener as Dusan Lajovic downed Hong Seong-chan 6-4, 7-6 and Laslo Djere battled past Kwon Soon-woo 4-6, 6-2, …

Novak Djokovic’s US Open return will come against someone who’s never played a match there
1 year, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s US Open return will come against someone who’s never played a match there

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic’s return to the U.S. Open after missing it last year because he wasn’t vaccinated against COVID-19 will come against an opponent who never has played in the tournament, while defending women’s champion Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff were drawn Thursday into a possible quarterfinal matchup. That was the round in which Alcaraz’s thrilling five-set victory …

Novak Djokovic cruises past Gael Monfils into Cincinnati 0pen quarterfinals
1 year, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic cruises past Gael Monfils into Cincinnati 0pen quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic extended his career-long domination of Gael Monfils with a 6-3, 6-2 victory on Thursday to reach the quarter-finals of the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open. Djokovic applied the pressure early against Monfils in the battle of 36-year-old veterans, denying the number 211 his first last-eight place here since 2011. Monfils greets Djokovic after the match in the Cincinnati Open He …

WATCH: Monfils hits a stunning 188km/h forehand against Tsitsipas, reaches round of 16 in Toronto with 350th career win on hard court
1 year, 5 months ago

WATCH: Monfils hits a stunning 188km/h forehand against Tsitsipas, reaches round of 16 in Toronto with 350th career win on hard court

The Hindu  

Gael Monfils rolled back the years to upset Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 6-3 on Wednesday at the Canadian Open while Daniil Medvedev got his first US Open tune-up event off to a solid start and home favourite Milos Raonic eased into the third round. The 36-year-old Monfils saved all three break points he faced and broke Tsitsipas’ serve three times, including …

Monfils magic downs Eubanks at Toronto Masters
1 year, 5 months ago

Monfils magic downs Eubanks at Toronto Masters

The Hindu  

Frenchman Gael Monfils put on an impressive display of speed and skill to beat American Christopher Eubanks 7-6 6-7 6-1 to advance to the second round of the Canadian Open in Toronto on Monday. After capturing the first set Monfils had match points while leading 6-5 in the second but Eubanks, who caught the attention of the tennis world when …

Toronto Masters 2023 Draw: Carlos Alcaraz vs Holger Rune, Daniil Medvedev vs Taylor Fritz potential quarterfinal clashes
1 year, 5 months ago

Toronto Masters 2023 Draw: Carlos Alcaraz vs Holger Rune, Daniil Medvedev vs Taylor Fritz potential quarterfinal clashes

The Hindu  

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz could face Holger Rune in the quarterfinals of the Canadian Open, an ATP 1000 Masters event, as per the draw of the tournament schedule to be played from August 7-13 in Toronto. Alcaraz has been awarded a bye in Toronto and begins the preparation for his US Open title defense in the second round where he …

ATP Toronto Masters: Defending champion Carreno Busta out; Djokovic, Shapovalov withdraw
1 year, 5 months ago

ATP Toronto Masters: Defending champion Carreno Busta out; Djokovic, Shapovalov withdraw

The Hindu  

Defending champion Pablo Carreno Busta, Australian Nick Kyrgios and Canadian Denis Shapalov have all withdrawn from the ATP Toronto Masters, organisers confirmed Tuesday. Carreno defeated Hubert Hurkacz 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 in last year’s Canadian final in Montreal to capture the first Masters 1000 title of his career. In a statement released by organisers the home hope said he had been …

Stefanos Tsitsipas crashes out of Mallorca Open ahead of Wimbledon
1 year, 6 months ago

Stefanos Tsitsipas crashes out of Mallorca Open ahead of Wimbledon

The Hindu  

World number five Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed out of the Mallorca Open on Wednesday in his first match with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 defeat by Yannick Hanfmann, a worrying result ahead of Wimbledon. Following another early exit on grass at the Halle Open last week the Greek was beaten convincingly by his German opponent, ranked 48th. 1 seeds for Wimbledon 2023 …

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