Cameron Norrie beats Frances Tiafoe at Tennis Classic exhibition event
1 year, 6 months ago

Cameron Norrie beats Frances Tiafoe at Tennis Classic exhibition event

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy British number one Cameron Norrie continued his preparations for Wimbledon with victory over American Frances Tiafoe in the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic exhibition event at the Hurlingham Club. Norrie, who reached the last eight at Queen’s, made a solid start in the overcast conditions on Tuesday afternoon as he took the opening game on serve with an ace and then forced an early break chance to move 3-1 ahead. World number 10 Tiafoe, who won the Stuttgart title on grass earlier this month, held to reduce the deficit to 5-3, but Norrie closed out the first set in the next game with a backhand winner down the line. Norrie secured the first mini-break at 6-4 after Tiafoe hit a wide return and then converted a match point on serve following another unforced error from the American to complete a 6-3 3-6 10-6 win.

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Australian Open 2025: Ailing Frances Tiafoe picks up tough opening round win
2 days, 4 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Ailing Frances Tiafoe picks up tough opening round win

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe threw up during his first-round match at the Australian Open on Monday along the way to a five-set victory and said afterward he might have quit if this had been just a run-of-the-mill tournament. The 17th-seeded Tiafoe, who turns 27 in a week, managed to win the topsy-turvy match against Arthur Rinderknech of France 7-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-7, …

Australian Open 2025: Frances Tiafoe vomits on court during first round match; watch video
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2 days, 5 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Frances Tiafoe vomits on court during first round match; watch video

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Frances Tiafoe had a difficult outing during his hard-fought win over Arthur Rinderknech in the first round of the 2025 Australian Open after the American threw up on court. Frances Tiafoe endured a difficult time during his five-set win over Arthur Rinderknech in the first round of the 2025 Australian Open on Monday, after the American vomited midway through the …

Frances Tiafoe picks up a tough victory after throwing up at the Australian Open
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2 days, 16 hours ago

Frances Tiafoe picks up a tough victory after throwing up at the Australian Open

New Indian Express  

MELBOURNE, Australia: Frances Tiafoe threw up during his first-round match at the Australian Open on Monday along the way to a five-set victory and said afterward he might have quit if this had been just a run-of-the-mill tournament. The 17th-seeded Tiafoe, who turns 27 in a week, managed to win the topsy-turvy match against Arthur Rinderknech of France 7-6, 6-3, …

Frances Tiafoe ended up losing after he thought he was about to beat Taylor Fritz at the US Open
4 months, 1 week ago

Frances Tiafoe ended up losing after he thought he was about to beat Taylor Fritz at the US Open

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe figures he lost to Taylor Fritz at the U.S. Open because it suddenly occurred to him Friday night that he was close to winning and reaching his first Grand Slam final. “In the past matches, before, I was only thinking about what it takes to win,” Tiafoe said, “rather than think about what’s potentially ahead.” …

Tiafoe relishing 'epic' battle with Fritz
4 months, 1 week ago

Tiafoe relishing 'epic' battle with Fritz

China Daily  

Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz are set to play an all-American semifinal at the US Open, guaranteeing a homegrown player in the men's title match in New York for the first time in 18 years. AP NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe promised an epic US Open semifinal showdown against Taylor Fritz, as the childhood friends with contrasting personalities, but similar …

US Open: Tiafoe, Fritz, Pegula and Navarro reach the semifinals and make US tennis matter again
4 months, 1 week ago

US Open: Tiafoe, Fritz, Pegula and Navarro reach the semifinals and make US tennis matter again

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — To hear Frances Tiafoe tell it, Taylor Fritz predicted this sort of moment for the two of them. Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, celebrates after winning a point against Grigor Dimitrov, of Bulgaria, during the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024, in New York. Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, reacts …

US Open tennis: Tiafoe and Fritz set up all-American men’s semifinal
4 months, 1 week ago

US Open tennis: Tiafoe and Fritz set up all-American men’s semifinal

Al Jazeera  

New Yorker Emma Navarro also progressed with a win over Paula Badosa to book a semifinal against Sabalenka. Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz have set up an all-American US Open semifinal as compatriot Emma Navarro reached the women’s last four to boost home hopes of a title sweep. “It’s not the way I wanted to win even if I’m happy …

Frances Tiafoe earns third straight US Open quarterfinal berth, beats Popyrin in four sets
4 months, 1 week ago

Frances Tiafoe earns third straight US Open quarterfinal berth, beats Popyrin in four sets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A point away from losing the second set with his opponent serving, Frances Tiafoe looked at a positive. Tiafoe rallied to steal the second set and went on to earn his way back to the U.S. Open quarterfinals for the third straight year, beating Alexei Popyrin 6-4, 7-6, 2-6, 6-3 on Sunday night. Tiafoe is the first …

Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O'Callaghan lead 4x200m team to gold at the Paris Olympics, as Jemima Montag walks into bronze, and Simone Biles wins another gold
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O'Callaghan lead 4x200m team to gold at the Paris Olympics, as Jemima Montag walks into bronze, and Simone Biles wins another gold

ABC  

The crowd at Roland Garros witnessed the last act in Andy Murray's 20-year career. Yesterday we told you about Rafael Nadal saying goodbye to the Olympics and probably Roland Garros after his men's doubles loss partnering Carlos Alcaraz. Today we definitively saw the end of an era, as Scottish tennis great Andy Murray ended his career with an emotional match …

Carlos Alcaraz, Frances Tiafoe and the best match of Wimbledon so far
6 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz, Frances Tiafoe and the best match of Wimbledon so far

The Independent  

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Defending Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz comes back to beat Frances Tiafoe in the third round
6 months, 1 week ago

Defending Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz comes back to beat Frances Tiafoe in the third round

Associated Press  

LONDON — Carlos Alcaraz found himself pushed to a Grand Slam fifth set again, this time at Wimbledon, this time against good pal Frances Tiafoe. “Sometimes for the other player, it’s difficult to at this kind of intensity.” In front of a Centre Court crowd that included Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Oscar-winning actor Dustin Hoffman, and …

Britain's top players at Wimbledon stick to tennis on UK election day
6 months, 1 week ago

Britain's top players at Wimbledon stick to tennis on UK election day

The Independent  

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Cameron Norrie suffers first-round defeat as Brits face French Open wipeout
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cameron Norrie suffers first-round defeat as Brits face French Open wipeout

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Cameron Norrie reveals Indian Wells aspirations after second-round win
10 months ago

Cameron Norrie reveals Indian Wells aspirations after second-round win

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Frances Tiafoe loves the US Open and the US Open loves him. He is into the third round there again
1 year, 4 months ago

Frances Tiafoe loves the US Open and the US Open loves him. He is into the third round there again

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — There was not much drama involved in Frances Tiafoe’s second-round victory at the U.S. Open on Wednesday night. And it’s like, ‘Who wants it more?’” Tiafoe, a 25-year-old from Maryland, said during an interview before the U.S. Open. I just absolutely love being in those positions and those atmospheres.” He knew this was Ofner’s U.S. Open debut …

US Open 2023: Frances Tiafoe and other US men know it’s been 20 years since Andy Roddick’s title
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023: Frances Tiafoe and other US men know it’s been 20 years since Andy Roddick’s title

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — They were 10 words, 10 simple and factual and essentially harmless words — “It’s 20 years since Andy Roddick won the singles here.” — yet as soon as that phrase hung in the air at Frances Tiafoe’s pre-U.S. Open news conference, and before the question could be completed, the 25-year-old from Maryland rolled his eyes. Then he …

Frances Tiafoe launches a charitable fund at the tennis center where he grew up
1 year, 5 months ago

Frances Tiafoe launches a charitable fund at the tennis center where he grew up

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe stood with his hands on his hips and feigned disappointment Thursday after his partner during a doubles drill dumped an overhead into the net. Moments earlier, on the same courts at the Junior Tennis Champions Center where he learned the game not far from the nation’s capital, Tiafoe jokingly chastised another of his temporary teammates — all aged …

Frances Tiafoe launches a charitable fund at the tennis center where he grew up
1 year, 5 months ago

Frances Tiafoe launches a charitable fund at the tennis center where he grew up

Associated Press  

— Frances Tiafoe stood with his hands on his hips and feigned disappointment Thursday after his partner during a doubles drill dumped an overhead into the net. Moments earlier, on the same courts at the Junior Tennis Champions Center where he learned the game not far from the nation’s capital, Tiafoe jokingly chastised another of his temporary teammates — all …

Wimbledon 2023: Dimitrov dispatches Tiafoe with ease to advance
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Dimitrov dispatches Tiafoe with ease to advance

The Hindu  

Grigor Dimitrov dispatched American 10th seed Frances Tiafoe in straight sets with a convincing 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 victory on Sunday to move into the fourth round of Wimbledon where he will meet Danish sixth seed Holger Rune. Tiafoe arrived at the All England Club having captured his first grasscourt title at the Stuttgart Open last month but it was the …

Wimbledon 2023: Tiafoe sees off Wu to march into second round, Fritz through
1 year, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Tiafoe sees off Wu to march into second round, Fritz through

The Hindu  

American world number 10 Frances Tiafoe kicked off his bid for a maiden Grand Slam title by sealing a 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory over Chinese debutant Wu Yibing in a rain-interrupted first round clash at Wimbledon on Wednesday. I was happy how I handled it.” The 10th seed, who reached the fourth round last year, next meets Dominic Stricker after …

American Frances Tiafoe heads to Wimbledon with a career-high ranking and high hopes
1 year, 6 months ago

American Frances Tiafoe heads to Wimbledon with a career-high ranking and high hopes

The Independent  

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American Frances Tiafoe heads to Wimbledon with a career-high ranking and high hopes
1 year, 6 months ago

American Frances Tiafoe heads to Wimbledon with a career-high ranking and high hopes

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — There is a behind-the-scenes moment captured during a recently released episode of the Netflix docuseries “Break Point” where Frances Tiafoe is warming up in a nearly empty Arthur Ashe Stadium hours before his fourth-round U.S. Open match against 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal. “I’m coming after this, bro.” To which Ferreira responds: “I wouldn’t see any …

Novak Djokovic warms up for Wimbledon with exhibition win over Frances Tiafoe
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic warms up for Wimbledon with exhibition win over Frances Tiafoe

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Andy Murray to warm-up for Wimbledon by facing Holger Rune at Hurlingham
1 year, 6 months ago

Andy Murray to warm-up for Wimbledon by facing Holger Rune at Hurlingham

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Tiafoe’s winning run on grass ended by fellow US player Korda at Queen’s Club
1 year, 6 months ago

Tiafoe’s winning run on grass ended by fellow US player Korda at Queen’s Club

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe’s winning run on grass was ended by Sebastian Korda in an all-American second-round match at the Queen’s Club Championships on Wednesday. Korda won 7-6, 6-3 to end the fourth-seeded Tiafoe’s bid to follow up his title in Stuttgart last week with another grass-court trophy ahead of Wimbledon. That was especially the case when serving for the match as …

Tiafoe claims maiden grass court title, moves into top 10
1 year, 6 months ago

Tiafoe claims maiden grass court title, moves into top 10

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe is serious about his Wimbledon chances after winning his first grass-court title on Sunday at Stuttgart. “To win the title in a match like that and be in the Top 10 - that’s a lot of emotions for a guy like me,” he said. Tiafoe snuck over a diving volley to take victory on his third match point …

Tiafoe beats Lehecka to book Stuttgart quarterfinal against Musetti
1 year, 7 months ago

Tiafoe beats Lehecka to book Stuttgart quarterfinal against Musetti

The Hindu  

Third-seeded Frances Tiafoe overcame stubborn resistance from Jiri Lehecka to beat the Czech player 7-6, 6-4 in his first appearance at the Stuttgart Open on Wednesday. Also, in a meeting of two big-serving players, former Wimbledon semifinalist Hubert Hurkacz won 4-6, 7-6, 7-6 against qualifier Yosuke Watanuki after feeling unwell during the match. It was the first time in the …

French Open day 1: British singles contingent down to two after Dan Evans loses
1 year, 7 months ago

French Open day 1: British singles contingent down to two after Dan Evans loses

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Indian Wells: Tiafoe downs Norrie to set up Medvedev showdown
1 year, 9 months ago

Indian Wells: Tiafoe downs Norrie to set up Medvedev showdown

The Hindu  

American Frances Tiafoe beat Britain’s Cameron Norrie 6-4, 6-4 at Indian Wells on Wednesday to reach his first Masters 1000 semifinal where he will face Daniil Medvedev after the red-hot Russian dispatched Spaniard Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3, 7-5. After a rare rain delay halted play in the match’s early stages, Tiafoe whipped a forehand crosscourt winner to break Norrie for …

Cameron Norrie bundled out of Paris Masters by French qualifier Corentin Moutet
2 years, 2 months ago

Cameron Norrie bundled out of Paris Masters by French qualifier Corentin Moutet

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Japan Open: Frances Tiafoe into quarters, Nick Kyrgios 'weathers storm'
2 years, 3 months ago

Japan Open: Frances Tiafoe into quarters, Nick Kyrgios 'weathers storm'

Firstpost  

Frances Tiafoe will face Miomir Kecmanovic in the last eight, after the Serb beat Britain’s Dan Evans 6-3, 3-6, 7-6. Tokyo: Frances Tiafoe came through a second set battle on Thursday to reach the Japan Open quarter-finals, then said he wasn’t bothered by rising expectations because “I wanna win for me”. @rakutenopen | #RakutenOpen pic.twitter.com/x5ge43Knqw — ATP Tour October 6, …

'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup win
2 years, 3 months ago

'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup win

China Daily  

Team World players run to celebrate with USA's Frances Tiafoe after his victory over Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas of Team Europe during their 2022 Laver Cup men's singles tennis match at the O2 Arena in London on September 25, 2022. LONDON — The last to arrive, befitting his reputation in the locker room, Frances Tiafoe strutted into the post-match news conference …

'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup win
2 years, 3 months ago

'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup win

China Daily  

Team World players run to celebrate with USA's Frances Tiafoe after his victory over Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas of Team Europe during their 2022 Laver Cup men's singles tennis match at the O2 Arena in London on September 25, 2022. LONDON — The last to arrive, befitting his reputation in the locker room, Frances Tiafoe strutted into the post-match news conference …

Novak Djokovic Makes Stylish Return at Laver Cup as Roger Federer Watches On
2 years, 3 months ago

Novak Djokovic Makes Stylish Return at Laver Cup as Roger Federer Watches On

News 18  

Novak Djokovic made an impressive return after two months out of action as the Team Europe star thrashed Frances Tiafoe 6-1, 6-3 with Roger Federer cheering him on at the Laver Cup on Saturday. Federer’s fitness issues meant he could only play one doubles match, so Berrettini was called into the Team Europe squad to replace the Swiss legend after …

Novak Djokovic dazzles on return to action at Laver Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Novak Djokovic dazzles on return to action at Laver Cup

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic produced a stunning performance to thrash Frances Tiafoe in his first match since winning Wimbledon in July to edge Team Europe ahead in the Laver Cup on Saturday. With Roger Federer watching on from courtside at a sold out O2 Arena, the day after his emotional farewell match alongside Rafa Nadal, Djokovic returned to action in spellbinding fashion. …

Roger Federer is the one: Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock comments after facing tennis legend in last match
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer is the one: Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock comments after facing tennis legend in last match

India Today  

Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock opened up about facing Roger Federer in his farewell match at the Laver Cup on Friday and hailed him as the 'one' when it comes to tennis. The Team Europe duo claimed the first set but Sock and Tiafoe turned the tables on them in the second set and took the game into the match …

Federer signs off with doubles loss at Laver Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Federer signs off with doubles loss at Laver Cup

The Hindu  

Roger Federer wrapped up his superlative professional tennis career at age 41 with a loss in doubles alongside longtime rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup on Friday night. Let’s go!” during the concluding moments of a match that lasted more than two hours and ended at about 12:30 a.m. Federer announced last week that this team event founded by …

Roger Federer bows out of tennis with doubles defeat alongside Rafael Nadal at Laver Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer bows out of tennis with doubles defeat alongside Rafael Nadal at Laver Cup

Hindustan Times  

It wasn't the way Roger Federer expected, neither did the thousands who had flocked to the O2 Arena in London on Friday night, nor the millions who stayed glued to their television sets to catch the legend one last time on court. But a tearful Federer bit adieu to the sport, drawing curtains on his illustrious career with a defeat …

Federer bids farewell with Laver Cup doubles loss with Nadal, HIGHLIGHTS
2 years, 3 months ago

Federer bids farewell with Laver Cup doubles loss with Nadal, HIGHLIGHTS

The Hindu  

Thanks for tuning into Sportstar’s live coverage of Roger Federer’s last-ever professional tennis match during the Laver Cup 2022. Break point for Murray as he gets the backhand crosscourt right as De Minaur who hits the forehand volley into the net. Wide serve into the ad court from Murray, De Minaur gets the backhand return in the middle and the …

Frances Tiafoe pledges to 'give more to the game' in heartfelt post, lauded by Michelle Obama
2 years, 4 months ago

Frances Tiafoe pledges to 'give more to the game' in heartfelt post, lauded by Michelle Obama

Firstpost  

After the defeat against Alcaraz, Tiafoe was moved to tears while thanking the home crowd for their constant support throughout US Open Frances Tiafoe had a superb run at the US Open 2022. Can’t wait for y’all to enjoy the ride with me.” After the breathtaking semi-final, Tiafoe met former US First Lady Michelle Obama who was present at the …

Watch: 'Will win this one day', says Frances Tiafoe after close defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in US Open semis
2 years, 4 months ago

Watch: 'Will win this one day', says Frances Tiafoe after close defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in US Open semis

Firstpost  

After defeating Frances Tiafoe of the United States in a thrilling five-set US Open semi-final on Friday night, Carlos Alcaraz is one victory away from capturing his first Grand Slam trophy and moving into the top spot in the world rankings. What a legend, thank you @FTiafoe 💙 — Walker 🏎🏍️ September 10, 2022 Another one asked Tiafoe to “hold …

Tiafoe can’t continue rare run at US Open for American man
2 years, 4 months ago

Tiafoe can’t continue rare run at US Open for American man

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe was living his best life in his U.S. Open semifinal, just as he did throughout this magical run at Flushing Meadows, smiling and thriving, yukking it up with the fans, with his opponent, even with his opponent’s coach. “I just proved that, honestly, I mean, I can play with the best, obviously,” Tiafoe said, “and …

Tiafoe offers hope for present and future of US men’s tennis
2 years, 4 months ago

Tiafoe offers hope for present and future of US men’s tennis

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe’s run to the U.S. Open semifinals is, first and foremost, about Tiafoe himself, a 24-year-old from Maryland who took up tennis because his father was a janitor at a junior training center, a player who never won a match past the fourth round at a Grand Slam tournament until now, who owns one career ATP …

Frances Tiafoe 1st American man in U.S. Open semis since Roddick in 2006
2 years, 4 months ago

Frances Tiafoe 1st American man in U.S. Open semis since Roddick in 2006

The Hindu  

About 20 minutes after Frances Tiafoe earned the first trip to the U. S. Open semifinals by an American man since 2006, he met up in an Arthur Ashe Stadium foyer with a host of friends, Washington Wizards All-Star guard Bradley Beal among them. pic.twitter.com/4OGm21ZY2Q — US Open Tennis September 8, 2022 Most assuredly a showman, and someone striving for …

Frances Tiafoe beats Andrey Rublev in a US Open 'Cinderella' story
2 years, 4 months ago

Frances Tiafoe beats Andrey Rublev in a US Open 'Cinderella' story

India Today  

American Frances Tiafoe is rapidly growing his fan base as the local player secured his spot in the semif-finals of the US Open for the first time after defeating Russian Andrey Rublev in a three-setter on Wednesday, September 7. Tiafoe, who famously ended Rafael Nadal's campaign in the fourth round at Arthur Ashe Stadium, became the first American male player …

‘Why not me?’ How Frances Tiafoe became the player capable of history at the U.S. Open
2 years, 4 months ago

‘Why not me?’ How Frances Tiafoe became the player capable of history at the U.S. Open

New York Times  

NEW YORK — If you wanted to nitpick Frances Tiafoe’s performance on Wednesday at the U.S. Open, you didn’t have to try too hard. “I think I helped him, because I played and I went through the issues of being relatively talented and being lazy, and then finding the right team, people behind me pushing me to do the right …

Frances Tiafoe: From humble beginnings to beating Nadal at US Open
2 years, 4 months ago

Frances Tiafoe: From humble beginnings to beating Nadal at US Open

The Hindu  

As tennis stories go, the probable end of Serena Williams’ unbelievable career at the US Open last week left everything else as something of a sideshow. On Monday evening, however, Frances Tiafoe continued another unlikely tale of success against the odds with a magical display to knock out Rafael Nadal on the same Arthur Ashe Stadium court where Serena waved …

Tiafoe ends Nadal’s 22-match Slam streak in US Open 4th Rd
2 years, 4 months ago

Tiafoe ends Nadal’s 22-match Slam streak in US Open 4th Rd

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe’s vision was blurry from the tears. “Bro,” Tiafoe said, “I was going crazy.” What meant the most to Tiafoe about his 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over 22-time major champion Nadal in the fourth round at Flushing Meadows, though, was looking up in his Arthur Ashe Stadium guest box and knowing his parents, Constant and …

US Open: Frances Tiafoe was the better player, says Rafael Nadal after fourth round exit
2 years, 4 months ago

US Open: Frances Tiafoe was the better player, says Rafael Nadal after fourth round exit

India Today  

Rafael Nadal made no excuses after his exit from the US Open on Monday after losing to Frances Tiafoe, saying that his opponent was the better player on the day. Nadal was looking to claim his 23rd career Grand Slam at Flushing Meadows this year but the American handed him his first loss in a major this year. Speaking after …

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