Sabalenka's on top of the world
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Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The 26-year-old Belarusian was assured of finishing 2024 atop the WTA without even swinging her racket on Tuesday, thanks to Swiatek's 6-3, 6-4 setback against Coco Gauff at the season-ending tournament in Saudi Arabia. Happy Guaff Coco Gauff of the United States reacts after defeating Poland's Iga Swiatek in a group match in Riyadh on Tuesday. French Open champion Swiatek lost in the US Open quarterfinals in September and was leapfrogged in the world rankings by Sabalenka after she skipped the WTA Tour's Asian swing due to fatigue.

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Australian Open 2025: ‘Control freak’ Swiatek describes shock and ‘chaos’ over doping ban
1 day, 2 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: ‘Control freak’ Swiatek describes shock and ‘chaos’ over doping ban

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek described the inner turmoil and “chaos” of her doping ban on Friday ahead of the Australian Open, calling it “the worst time in my life”. Swiatek pulled out of the WTA’s late-season Asian swing in September citing “personal matters”. “And the fact that I had no control over this whole situation and I had no chance to avoid …

Australian Open 2025, women’s draw: Sabalenka projected to face Gauff in semifinals, Swiatek opens campaign against Siniakova
Trending News
2 days, 5 hours ago

Australian Open 2025, women’s draw: Sabalenka projected to face Gauff in semifinals, Swiatek opens campaign against Siniakova

The Hindu  

1 Aryna Sabalenka will begin her title defence at the Australian Open with a first-round match against former US Open champion Sloane Stephens, as per the draw ceremony held in Melbourne on Thursday. Third seed Coco Gauff, former US Open champion, will be up against compatriot and former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin in the first round. Fifth-seeded Chinese Zheng …

Australian Open 2025: Swiatek hopes to ‘be good’ at the Melbourne Park Slam as she tries to enjoy life
4 days, 5 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Swiatek hopes to ‘be good’ at the Melbourne Park Slam as she tries to enjoy life

The Hindu  

For Iga Swiatek, whose confidence has been shaken by slipping to world number two and more so by serving a one-month doping ban around the WTA Finals in November, the 2025 Australian Open may be the most defining tournament of her career so far. “I’ll be good,” the 23-year-old Swiatek, who wants to dominate women tennis once again, said in …

TikTok with Iga Swiatek? World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka responds with cheeky remark
1 week, 4 days ago

TikTok with Iga Swiatek? World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka responds with cheeky remark

India Today  

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka had a cheeky remark in store when asked about her prospects of featuring in TikTok videos with Iga Swiatek. In the last one and a half years, Swiatek and Sabalenka have shared a healthy rivalry with the top WTA ranking shifting hands frequently. Is that a work in progress?” Aryna: “Maybe no one is waiting for …

Swiatek feared greater public backlash after failed doping test
2 weeks ago

Swiatek feared greater public backlash after failed doping test

The Hindu  

Poland’s five-times major winner, Iga Swiatek, feared a far greater public backlash after she accepted a one-month suspension for failing a doping test, the world number two said ahead of the United Cup in Australia. The 23-year-old Swiatek tested positive in an out-of-competition sample in August for trimetazidine, but the ITIA, which runs tennis’s anti-doping programme, accepted that it was …

Aryna Sabalenka breaks silence on arch-rival Iga Swiatek’s doping controversy, criticises fans for ‘overreacting’
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka breaks silence on arch-rival Iga Swiatek’s doping controversy, criticises fans for ‘overreacting’

Hindustan Times  

Controversy hit women’s tennis recently as Iga Swiatek finished serving a one-month doping ban. The ITIA accepted Swiatek’s defence that the result was positive due to contamination of a regular non-prescription medicine melatonin, which was manufactured and sold in her native country Poland. Aryna Sabalenka broke her silence on Iga Swiatek's doping scandal. 1 Aryna Sabalenka broke her silence on …

Aryna Sabalenka wins first WTA Player of the Year award after clinching two Grand Slams
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1 month ago

Aryna Sabalenka wins first WTA Player of the Year award after clinching two Grand Slams

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Aryna Sabalenka claims maiden WTA Player of the Year award
1 month ago

Aryna Sabalenka claims maiden WTA Player of the Year award

India Today  

Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka was named the WTA Player of the Year 2024, marking the first time she has received the prestigious honor. The 26-year-old capped off a stellar season with two Grand Slam titles and finished the year as the top-ranked player in the world. While Poland's Iga Swiatek finished the season with seven titles, including a Grand …

Women’s tennis season review: Aryna Sabalenka rises, Coco Gauff evolves, Zheng Qinwen breaks through
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Women’s tennis season review: Aryna Sabalenka rises, Coco Gauff evolves, Zheng Qinwen breaks through

New York Times  

Tennis is finally taking a breath. In a review of the 2024 WTA season, The Athletic’s tennis team look back at Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek’s battle for world No. A season of two coaches for Gauff, and reflections on the WTA top 10 Hansen: If you were analyzing Gauff’s season — the WTA Tour Finals title, a WTA 1000 …

Swiatek leads Poland comeback over Czechs to set up BJK Cup semifinal against Italy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Swiatek leads Poland comeback over Czechs to set up BJK Cup semifinal against Italy

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek won in singles and doubles to lead Poland’s 2-1 comeback against the Czech Republic in the Billie Jean King Cup on Saturday. Poland will meet Italy in the semifinal after Jasmine Paolini likewise won her singles and doubles matches to lead Italy back to a 2-1 win over Japan. Marie Bouzkova beat Magdalena Frech 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 to …

Swiatek leads Poland comeback over Czechs to set up BJK Cup semi against Paolini’s Italy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Swiatek leads Poland comeback over Czechs to set up BJK Cup semi against Paolini’s Italy

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Iga Swiatek won in singles and doubles to lead Poland’s 2-1 comeback against the Czech Republic in the Billie Jean King Cup on Saturday. Poland will meet Italy in the semifinals after Jasmine Paolini likewise won her singles and doubles matches to lead Italy back for a 2-1 win over Japan. Marie Bouzkova beat Magdalena Frech 6-1, …

Barbora Krejcikova knocks out Iga Swiatek to book WTA Finals semi-final spot
2 months ago

Barbora Krejcikova knocks out Iga Swiatek to book WTA Finals semi-final spot

The Independent  

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WTA Finals: Iga Swiatek knocked out, Gauff vs Sabalenka set for semis
2 months ago

WTA Finals: Iga Swiatek knocked out, Gauff vs Sabalenka set for semis

India Today  

Defending WTA Finals champion Iga Swiatek was eliminated from the season-ending tournament on Thursday after Barbora Krejcikova defeated Coco Gauff 7-5, 6-4, which meant the Polish world number two was unable to advance to the semifinals. With the win, Gauff will now face world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a high-profile semifinal, while Krejcikova will take on China’s Olympic champion …

Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win
2 months ago

Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Barbora Krejcikova grabbed the last semifinal spot at the WTA Finals with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Coco Gauff on Thursday, a result that eliminated second-ranked Iga Swiatek from the season-ending tournament. Krejcikova completes a last-four lineup that already included top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and Gauff. And I think definitely for me, it’s a big …

Sabalenka's on top of the world
Top News
2 months ago

Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The …

Sabalenka's on top of the world
Top News
2 months ago

Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The …

WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out
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2 months ago

WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out

The Hindu  

American sixth seed Jessica Pegula has withdrawn from the WTA Finals in Riyadh with a left knee injury, the tournament announced on Wednesday. A runner-up at the WTA Finals last year, Pegula lost her opening two matches in Saudi Arabia in straight sets and had no chance of advancing to the semifinals. READ | WTA Finals 2024: Zheng beats Paolini, …

Coco Gauff earns rare win over Iga Swiatek to book place in WTA Finals last four
2 months ago

Coco Gauff earns rare win over Iga Swiatek to book place in WTA Finals last four

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Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing a one-set lead in 39 minutes. She will now aim to secure her maiden Grand Slam …

Iga Swiatek's Epic Comeback Against Barbora Krejcikova in the WTA Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Iga Swiatek's Epic Comeback Against Barbora Krejcikova in the WTA Finals

India Today  

Iga Swiatek staged an incredible comeback to defeat Barbora Krejcikova in the WTA Finals 2024. Despite being rusty in the first set, Swiatek fought her way back and eventually won the match 4-6, 7-5, 6-2. The match was a testament to Swiatek's resilience and determination, and it will be a major talking point in the coming days.

Iga Świątek wins at WTA Finals in first match under new coach Wim Fissette
2 months, 1 week ago

Iga Świątek wins at WTA Finals in first match under new coach Wim Fissette

ABC  

Second-seeded Iga Świątek has rallied to beat Barbora Krejčíková 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 in her first match in two months at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia. Świątek, who arrived at the WTA Finals with new coach Wim Fissette, had not played a match since losing to Pegula in straight sets in the US Open quarterfinals in September. "Even though I …

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh
2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh

China Daily  

Sabalenka dominates Zheng in Riyadh, securing a fifth consecutive win in their 14-month rivalry. The Belarusian top seed dominated the match, winning the first two sets before securing a comfortable victory in the third set. She will be aiming to secure her maiden Grand Slam title at the WTA Finals in conclusion.

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing the win on her own serve in the final set. The match attracted a large crowd …

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start
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2 months, 1 week ago

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start

Associated Press  

Coco Gauff secured a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over Jessica Pegula in the first round of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Gauff converted five of her eight break-point opportunities and will face Iga Swiatek in the next match. Pegula will next clash with Barbora Krejcikova in the second round.

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot

Associated Press  

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka won her opening match against Zheng Qinwen in the opening match of the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Sabalenka won 6-3, 6-4 to extend her perfect record against the Chinese player to 5-0. She also set up for ending the year at the top with two wins in her remaining group matches.

WTA Finals 2024: Sabalenka and Swiatek battle for top ranking
2 months, 1 week ago

WTA Finals 2024: Sabalenka and Swiatek battle for top ranking

The Hindu  

The WTA Finals 2024 will be a battle for the top two spots in the world rankings. Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek are the only players to hold the number one ranking since April 2022 and will battle hard for year-end glory. Sabalenka aims to secure the year-end world number one ranking, while Swiatek will try to reclaim top spot. …

Sabalenka's Reign Enters Final Chapter as World Number One Battles for the Throne
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sabalenka's Reign Enters Final Chapter as World Number One Battles for the Throne

The Hindu  

Sabalenka's return to top spot in the WTA rankings is on the line as she prepares to compete in the upcoming WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia. Despite missing the Asian swing due to fatigue, she remains a force to be reckoned with, currently sitting at number one in the rankings. Her stellar season has seen her secure titles in Australia …

Sabalenka's Stellar Season Reignites Her Top Spot, Overtaking Swiatek
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka's Stellar Season Reignites Her Top Spot, Overtaking Swiatek

India Today  

Aryna Sabalenka reclaims the World No.1 spot after a year, defeating Iga Swiatek in the 2024 Australian Open. Sabalenka's stellar season has propelled her back to the top of the rankings, while Swiatek's absence due to fatigue has allowed Sabalenka to move up to the top position. The WTA Finals will be a highly competitive showdown between the two players …

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka hits a forehand during an open practice session at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Sunday. XINHUA Sabalenka eyes top spot World No 2 Sabalenka will return to action for the first time since her US Open triumph by playing in the China Open, and the Belarusian said on Tuesday that her sights were set on reclaiming …

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final
4 months ago

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final

The Independent  

✕ Close Jack Draper opens up on anxiety after vomiting on US Open court Aryna Sabalenka won her first US Open title and third grand slam after beating home favourite Jessica Pegula to avenge last year’s final defeat. There were nervy moments, particulary as the American Pegula, playing in her first grand slam final, fought back from 3-0 down to …

Iga Swiatek can't control anger, smashes racket in net during US Open quarter-final against Jessica Pegula
4 months ago

Iga Swiatek can't control anger, smashes racket in net during US Open quarter-final against Jessica Pegula

Hindustan Times  

Ahead of her US Open quarter-final clash against Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula was 0-6 in Grand Slam quarters against the Polish tennis star. but the American tennis ace used her grit and experience to pull off a huge upset, defeating Swiatek in straight sets, 6-2 6-4 at the Flushing Meadows. Swiatek's service was woeful in the first set and her …

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek knocked out of US Open by Jessica Pegula
4 months ago

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek knocked out of US Open by Jessica Pegula

Hindustan Times  

World number one Iga Swiatek was sent crashing out of the US Open on Wednesday by Jessica Pegula who moved into her first Grand Slam semi-final. Poland's Iga Swiatek Sixth-ranked Pegula triumphed 6-2, 6-4 and will face Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic for a place in Saturday's final. Victory ended Pegula's run of losing all six Grand Slam quarter-finals …

US Open 2024: Clinical Iga Swiatek beats Liudmila Samsonova to cruise into quarterfinal
4 months, 1 week ago

US Open 2024: Clinical Iga Swiatek beats Liudmila Samsonova to cruise into quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek swept past Liudmila Samsonova 6-4, 6-1 at Arthur Ashe Stadium to reach the quarterfinal at the US Open 2024 on Monday as the top seed continued her flawless run through the Flushing Meadows draw. Swiatek, the only former women’s champion still standing, has not dropped a set in New York and in her 100th Grand Slam match the …

Sinner, Swiatek and Medvedev record easy wins to enter US Open quarters
4 months, 1 week ago

Sinner, Swiatek and Medvedev record easy wins to enter US Open quarters

Al Jazeera  

Top seed Jannik Sinner broke American hearts as he beat Tommy Paul, albeit home favourite Jessica Pegula marched into the last eight. “So I’m happy that I got some matches here and, for sure, I’m feeling better and better every day.” American fans at Arthur Ashe earlier did have a success to cheer on their Labor Day holiday as Jessica …

US Open 2024: Top seeds Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek into third round; Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina knocked out
4 months, 1 week ago

US Open 2024: Top seeds Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek into third round; Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina knocked out

Hindustan Times  

Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner flashed their No. It took the 2022 U.S. Open champion longer than that to play the second set of her first-round match, when she needed a tiebreaker that she eventually closed out in 72 minutes. “I was a bit tense in my last match, so today I just wanted to focus on the right things.” …

US Open 2024: No. 1 seeds Sinner, Swiatek move into the third round; Hurkacz and Korda ousted
4 months, 1 week ago

US Open 2024: No. 1 seeds Sinner, Swiatek move into the third round; Hurkacz and Korda ousted

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner flashed their No. It took the 2022 US Open champion longer than that to play the second set of her first-round match when she needed a tiebreaker that she eventually closed out in 72 minutes. “I was a bit tense in my last match, so today I just wanted to focus on the right things.” …

US Open 2024: Swiatek reaches second round despite an error-filled match
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Swiatek reaches second round despite an error-filled match

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek overcame a slew of unforced errors to secure her spot in the second round of the US Open with a 6-4, 7-6 victory over Russia’s Kamilla Rakhimova on Tuesday. Swiatek, who counts the 2022 US Open among her five Grand Slam titles, converted three of six break-point chances but also racked up 41 unforced errors en route to …

Can this be Sabalenka’s year at the US Open?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Can this be Sabalenka’s year at the US Open?

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Aryna Sabalenka was clear about why she chose to skip the Paris Olympics. She watched from afar as Coco Gauff, USA’s co-flagbearer at the Paris opening ceremony alongside LeBron James, tearfully crashed out in the singles third round and returned medal-less from her three-event Games. Iga Swiatek, the reigning French Open champion and the runaway gold medal favourite on …

US Open 2024: Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are among the women to watch
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are among the women to watch

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Here are some of the women to watch at the U.S. Open, which starts in New York on Monday : Iga Swiatek Ranking: 1 Career-Best Ranking: 1 Country: Poland Age: 23 2024 Record: 50-6 2024 Titles: 5 Career Titles: 22 Grand Slam Titles: 5 — U.S. Open, French Open Last 5 U.S. She Said It: “There’s like …

US Open 2024: Swiatek ready to get down to business in New York
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Swiatek ready to get down to business in New York

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek has been not been at her world-beating best in the months leading up to the U.S. Open but the Pole has both the talent and mentality to lift her game for the final Grand Slam of the year, tennis great Chris Evert said. But the 23-year-old, known for her pinpoint serving, speedy defence and perfectionist approach to the …

Sabalenka downs Pegula to win WTA Cincinnati Open
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka downs Pegula to win WTA Cincinnati Open

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka raises the Rookwood Cup after the women's championship match of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, on August 19, 2024. CINCINNATI - Aryna Sabalenka thrust herself into US Open title contention on Monday with a 6-3, 7-5 defeat of Jessica Pegula to win the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open. The third seed who missed …

Sabalenka overpowers Pegula to win Cincinnati Open
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka overpowers Pegula to win Cincinnati Open

The Hindu  

Aryna Sabalenka harnessed her powerful serve to subdue American Jessica Pegula 6-3 7-5 and win the Cincinnati Open on Monday, sending a message ahead of the year's final major in New York. The twice Australian Open dropped only nine points on serve and hit 10 aces as she overcame some jitters late in the second set in an otherwise confident …

Sabalenka and Pegula advance to Cincinnati Open final
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka and Pegula advance to Cincinnati Open final

The Hindu  

Aryna Sabalenka advanced to her first Cincinnati Open final with relative ease, defeating Polish world number one Iga Swiatek 6-3 6-3 in the semi-finals on Sunday. American Jessica Pegula beat Spain's Paula Badosa 6-2 3-6 6-3 in a much tougher second semi-final that was briefly suspended due to rain. Belarusian world number three Sabalenka showcased her prowess with a fast-paced, …

Cincinnati Open: Aryna Sabalenka Battles Past Iga Swiatek to Reach Summit Clash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Cincinnati Open: Aryna Sabalenka Battles Past Iga Swiatek to Reach Summit Clash

News 18  

Aryna Sabalenka squandered nine match points but defeated world number one Iga Swiatek 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday, breaking through to her first final at the WTA and ATP Cincinnati Open.t Four-time Cincinnati semi-finalist Sabalenka will rise to second in the WTA rankings with a week to go before the start of the US Open. Sabalenka was broken for 5-3 but …

Iga Swiatek wins a bronze at the 2024 Olympics for Poland’s first tennis medal at any Summer Games
5 months, 1 week ago

Iga Swiatek wins a bronze at the 2024 Olympics for Poland’s first tennis medal at any Summer Games

Associated Press  

PARIS — Iga Swiatek dabbed at her eyes with a white towel while sitting on her sideline chair at the 2024 Olympics after a lickety-split, clean-as-can-be win Friday that earned a bronze for Poland’s first tennis medal at any Summer Games. “After the match, I was pretty confused, because I still feel like I lost yesterday, and that was kind …

Paris 2024 Olympics: Swiatek beats Schmiedlova for consolation bronze
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: Swiatek beats Schmiedlova for consolation bronze

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek used a towel to wipe tears from her eyes at the Paris 2024 Olympics after earning a bronze for Poland’s first tennis medal at any Summer Games by beating Anna Karolina Schmiedlova of Slovakia 6-2, 6-1 on Friday. That result ended Swiatek’s 25-match unbeaten streak at Roland Garros, the clay-court facility used for the French Open each year …

Iga Swiatek gets hit by a ball at Olympic tennis and is called insincere by Danielle Collins
5 months, 1 week ago

Iga Swiatek gets hit by a ball at Olympic tennis and is called insincere by Danielle Collins

Associated Press  

PARIS — Iga Swiatek dropped to her knees and clutched at her midsection after getting hit by a ball in the Paris Olympics quarterfinals Wednesday, but it was her opponent, Danielle Collins, who stopped playing in the third set because of an injured stomach muscle she said was caused by cramping and dehydration from a lack of cold water available …

Swiatek, Alcaraz and Djokovic start the Olympics with wins at the French Open’s site. Osaka loses
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek, Alcaraz and Djokovic start the Olympics with wins at the French Open’s site. Osaka loses

Associated Press  

PARIS — Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz got the Paris Olympics tennis competition started with first-round victories Saturday under closed roofs at Roland Garros, the site of their French Open titles less than two months ago. “I don’t know if I’m going to play or not.” In Saturday’s last match, Angelique Kerber defeated Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 in a contest …

Elena Rybakina withdraws from Paris Olympics tennis competition
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Elena Rybakina withdraws from Paris Olympics tennis competition

New York Times  

Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from the women’s tennis competition at the Paris Olympics. Rybakina becomes the latest in a number of high-profile names to pull out of the competition on the women’s side including Ons Jabeur, Marketa Vondrousova and Madison Keys. ‘The Olympics loses another top tennis player’ Analysis by Matthew Futterman The Olympic tennis tournament lost another top player …

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