Miami Open: Federer defeats injured Isner to capture his record 101st title
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Federer defeats injured Isner to capture his record 101st title

Deccan Chronicle  

Roger Federer defeated a hobbling John Isner 6-1 6-4 for his 101th career title at the Miami Open on Sunday. “I have never had anything like this before, ever.” MASTER FEDERER Even before the injury slowed the seventh-seeded American, Federer was the master, tempering Isner’s big serves and winning 32 of 35 points on his own serve “Roger was too good,” Isner said. “Which is a weird feeling, you know, being on serve in the finals of a match and knowing that I wasn’t going to win.” Federer also sensed the American was in trouble. “But at the same time I have got to make him work hard, keep doing my things.” The title was Federer’s second of the year, coming after his historic 100th win in Doha in February.

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US Open 2023: Tearful John Isner retires after five-set loss in second round
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023: Tearful John Isner retires after five-set loss in second round

Firstpost  

The 6-foot-10 Isner, a former world number eight, departs as the ATP Tour’s all-time leader in aces with 14,470. John Isner brought the curtain down on his tennis career Thursday in a five-set loss to fellow American Michael Mmoh in the second round at the US Open. pic.twitter.com/DwyKReOVTE — US Open Tennis August 31, 2023 The big-serving Isner, who famously …

Isner calls it a career after U.S. Open loss
1 year, 4 months ago

Isner calls it a career after U.S. Open loss

The Hindu  

Big-serving John Isner bid farewell to his professional career after losing 3-6, 4-6, 7-6, 6-4, 7-6 to fellow American Michael Mmoh in the U.S. Open second round on Thursday before dropping his final doubles match later in the day. “Most importantly, man, I have an amazing life and look forward to every second of that going forward.” After a successful …

John Isner breaks down after losing last match of tennis career at US Open
1 year, 4 months ago

John Isner breaks down after losing last match of tennis career at US Open

Hindustan Times  

John Isner brought the curtain down on his tennis career Thursday in a five-set loss to fellow American Michael Mmoh in the second round at the US Open. John Isner hiding his face with a towel The 38-year-old Isner surrendered a two-set lead as world number 89 Mmoh saved a match point and came back to win 3-6, 4-6, 7-6, …

At U.S. Open, John Isner’s last hurrah highlights a new era for U.S. men’s tennis
1 year, 4 months ago

At U.S. Open, John Isner’s last hurrah highlights a new era for U.S. men’s tennis

New York Times  

NEW YORK — John Isner admitted a few days before the start of his final U.S. Open that, while he’s going to miss the intense competition of professional tennis from a career that began in 2007, physically preparing himself for said competition will be much easier for him to set aside. “I don’t think I’m going to miss the practice …

John Isner says he will retire from tennis after U.S. Open
1 year, 4 months ago

John Isner says he will retire from tennis after U.S. Open

The Hindu  

John Isner will retire from professional tennis after playing at the U.S. Open, he announced Wednesday, bringing an end to a career that included one Grand Slam semifinal appearance and a victory in the longest match in the sport’s history. “Time to lace ‘em up one last time,” the 38-year-old Isner said, referring to the year’s last major tournament, which …

John Isner is retiring from tennis after the US Open. He played in the sport's longest match
1 year, 4 months ago

John Isner is retiring from tennis after the US Open. He played in the sport's longest match

Hindustan Times  

John Isner will retire from professional tennis after playing at the U.S. Open, he announced Wednesday, bringing an end to a career that included one Grand Slam semifinal appearance and a victory in the longest match in the sport's history. USA's John Isner plays a forehand “This transition won't be easy but I'm looking forward to every second of it …

John Isner is retiring from tennis after the US Open. He played in the sport’s longest match
1 year, 4 months ago

John Isner is retiring from tennis after the US Open. He played in the sport’s longest match

Associated Press  

John Isner will retire from professional tennis after playing at the U.S. Open, he announced Wednesday, bringing an end to a career that included one Grand Slam semifinal appearance and a victory in the longest match in the sport’s history. “Time to lace ‘em up one last time,” the 38-year-old Isner said, referring to the year’s last major tournament, which …

Miami Open: Stefanos Tsitsipas Picks up First Win, Francisco Cerendulo Upsets Fifth-Seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime
1 year, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Stefanos Tsitsipas Picks up First Win, Francisco Cerendulo Upsets Fifth-Seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime

News 18  

World number three Stefanos Tsitsipas finally got his Miami Open campaign underway on Monday with a 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 win over Cristian Garin on Monday while Argentine Francisco Cerendulo upset fifth-seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime. Tsitsipas arrived in Miami a week ago and had a first-round bye and then had a walkover win in the second round when Richard Gasquet pulled out …

Isner wins 499th tiebreaker, reaches Dallas Open quarters
1 year, 11 months ago

Isner wins 499th tiebreaker, reaches Dallas Open quarters

The Hindu  

John Isner extended his record by winning his 499th career tiebreaker, advancing to the quarterfinals of his hometown Dallas Open with a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Daniel Altmaier on Thursday. Another 2022 semifinalist, top-seeded American Taylor Fritz, joined Isner in the quarters with a 7-6, 6-4 victory over wild-card entry Jack Sock of the United States. Isner was up 3-1 …

John Isner beats Brandon Nakashima to capture sixth ATP Atlanta title, 16th overall
3 years, 5 months ago

John Isner beats Brandon Nakashima to capture sixth ATP Atlanta title, 16th overall

Firstpost  

Sixth-seeded Isner captured his 16th career ATP title and joined 20-time Grand Slam winners Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic as the only active players to win an event six times. Washington: John Isner won his sixth ATP Atlanta Open title on Sunday, firing 21 aces to defeat teen Brandon Nakashima 7-6, 7-5 in an all-American final. “It’ll give …

Miami Open: Daniil Medvedev limps to third round win, John Isner downs Felix Auger-Aliassime
3 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Daniil Medvedev limps to third round win, John Isner downs Felix Auger-Aliassime

Firstpost  

Medvedev failed to convert three match points in the second set after taking a 5-2 lead. “Winning a Grand Slam final in straight sets doesn’t feel the way I felt after the match point today,” he said with a grin. “A match to remember for sure.” Medvedev failed to convert three match points in the second set after taking a …

Stefanos Tsitsipas, with Big Three missing, makes 4th round in Miami
3 years, 9 months ago

Stefanos Tsitsipas, with Big Three missing, makes 4th round in Miami

India TV News  

For tennis up-and-comers like Stefanos Tsitsipas, the draw at the Miami Open began to look a lot less daunting even before the tournament began. “It's a first test to see how it is playing without them,” Tsitsipas said after his third-round victory Saturday. “Even with my second serve I felt like I did a lot of damage, not giving him …

Defending champion Roger Federer pulls out of Miami Open, says report
3 years, 10 months ago

Defending champion Roger Federer pulls out of Miami Open, says report

Firstpost  

Federer’s withdrawal is a blow to organizers of the Miami tournament, who were forced to cancel last year’s event as Covid-19 chaos left sport in North America at a standstill. Defending champion Roger Federer has withdrawn from this month’s Miami Open as he works his way back to full fitness following surgeries to repair his right knee, US media reported …

Roger Federer pulls out of Miami Open; will train to 'work his way back on tour'
3 years, 10 months ago

Roger Federer pulls out of Miami Open; will train to 'work his way back on tour'

Firstpost  

Miami Open tournament director James Blake said he hopes Federer will return in 2021 to an event he has won four times, including two years ago. Roger Federer is withdrawing from this month’s Miami Open so he can spend extra time preparing to “work his way back out on tour,” his agent told The Associated Press on Monday. “After Doha …

French Open 2020 | Defending champion Rafael Nadal reaches 3rd round
4 years, 3 months ago

French Open 2020 | Defending champion Rafael Nadal reaches 3rd round

India TV News  

Defending champion Rafael Nadal reached the third round of the French Open by beating American player Mackenzie McDonald 6-1, 6-0, 6-3. 2-seeded Spaniard is looking to win his record-extending 13th French Open title and equal Roger Federer’s men’s record of 20 major titles overall. After eliminating Andreas Seppi in his opening main draw match, the 20-year-old American qualifier took out …

New York Open: Top-seeded John Isner crashes out in second round
4 years, 10 months ago

New York Open: Top-seeded John Isner crashes out in second round

India TV News  

Top-seeded John Isner was upset in the second round of the New York Open, losing to Jordan Thompson 7-6, 6-7, 6-3 on Thursday night. Isner, who had a first-round bye, was playing his first match since having to retire from his third-round match at the Australian Open against Stan Wawrinka because of a left foot injury. 2 seed Milos Raonic …

Federer survives Millman scare, notches 100 wins at Aus Open
4 years, 11 months ago

Federer survives Millman scare, notches 100 wins at Aus Open

The Hindu  

Roger Federer came through a pulsating five-setter in the third round of the Australian Open against John Millman. But it nearly didn't happen against the 47th ranked Australian Millman, who memorably beat Federer over four gruelling sets in the round of 16 at the US Open in 2018. One of the fittest players on tour, Millman matched Federer game for …

Roger Federer beats Alex de Minaur at Swiss Indoors in Basel
5 years, 2 months ago

Roger Federer beats Alex de Minaur at Swiss Indoors in Basel

The Hindu  

Roger Federer on Sunday moved to within six titles of Jimmy Connors’ Open era record of 109 singles titles with a 6-2, 6-2 win over 20-year-old Australian Alex de Minaur at the Swiss Indoors at Basel. Federer broke in the fourth game of the opening set to take a 3-1 lead against de Minaur, who was born a year after …

Laver Cup: Federer battles past Isner to save Europe
5 years, 3 months ago

Laver Cup: Federer battles past Isner to save Europe

The Hindu  

Roger Federer saved Europe from defeat in the Laver Cup after beating John Isner in a tight match 6-4, 7-6 that takes the tournament down to the final singles match. Read | Daniil Medvedev wins St Petersburg Open title Team World lead 11-10 ahead of German Alexander Zverev's clash Milos Raonic, a straight shootout for the tournament after Taylor Fritz …

Laver Cup: Roger Federer beats Nick Kyrgios
5 years, 3 months ago

Laver Cup: Roger Federer beats Nick Kyrgios

The Hindu  

Roger Federer edged out Nick Kyrgios in a super tie-break to give Europe a 5-3 lead after the opening session of the second day of the Laver Cup in Geneva on Saturday. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who won his first match alongside Alexander Zverev in Friday's doubles tie, beat Australian Kyrgios 6-7, 7-5, 10-7 to the delight of his …

Federer keeps getting better
5 years, 8 months ago

Federer keeps getting better

The Hindu  

Sports fans and the media aren’t the only ones who worship at the altar of Roger Federer. John Isner once co-ran a Facebook page titled “If tennis is a religion, Roger Federer is God.” And, in interviews, Denis Shapovalov often refers to Federer as “my idol.” Whether it’s a 30-something like Isner or a Next-Genner like teenaged Shapovalov, it’s never …

Roger Federer goes fourth in rankings after Miami triumph
5 years, 9 months ago

Roger Federer goes fourth in rankings after Miami triumph

The Hindu  

Roger Federer jumped up one spot to fourth in the ATP rankings released on Monday after capturing his 101st career title with his victory over John Isner in Miami. Rising Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas moved up to a career best of eighth, while Canadian teenager Denis Shapovalov cracked the top 20 for the first time following his run to the …

ATP Tour: Roger Federer wins Miami Open final v Isner
5 years, 9 months ago

ATP Tour: Roger Federer wins Miami Open final v Isner

The Hindu  

Roger Federer produced a masterclass to beat John Isner in the Miami Open final, although the American was cruelly hampered by injury in the closing stages as he went down 6-1 6-4. The runner-up to Dominic Thiem at the Indian Wells Masters earlier this month, Federer won a remarkable 21 points in a row on serve at one point, leaving …

Miami Open: Roger Federer defeats Denis Shapovalov, to meet John Isner in final
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Roger Federer defeats Denis Shapovalov, to meet John Isner in final

Deccan Chronicle  

Miami: Roger Federer is gearing up for a Miami Open final shootout with John Isner on Sunday after blowing away young-gun Denis Shapovalov in straight sets. The Swiss was superb in dismantling the 19 year-old's game, but knows with huge serving Isner lying in wait in what will be the former world number one's 50th ATP Masters final, the key …

Miami Open: Roger Federer outclasses Denis Shapovalov en route to final
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Roger Federer outclasses Denis Shapovalov en route to final

The Hindu  

Roger Federer cruised through to the Miami Open final after a merciless display against Denis Shapovalov on Friday. Seeking a fourth Miami title, former world number one Federer was in stunning form as he outclassed the Canadian teenager 6-2 6-4. Shapovalov – for the first time in the match – managed to string four points together as he prevented Federer …

Roger Federer and John Isner keep tennis' young prodigies in their place
5 years, 9 months ago

Roger Federer and John Isner keep tennis' young prodigies in their place

The Telegraph  

It might seem ironic that after a Miami fortnight that has proved the virtues of the emerging generation, Sunday’s men’s final will bring together a pair of thirtysomethings: John Isner and Roger Federer. Isner, 33, is the defending champion in Miami – even if he won last year’s event in the very different surroundings of Crandon Park – while Federer, …

Miami Open: Federer gains easy 6-0, 6-4 victory over Anderson to race to the semis
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Federer gains easy 6-0, 6-4 victory over Anderson to race to the semis

Deccan Chronicle  

Roger Federer gained a measure of revenge against Wimbledon nemesis Kevin Anderson, beating the South African 6-0 6-4 at the Miami Open on Thursday to set up a mouthwatering semi-final against a player barely half his age. Shapovalov is one of two Canadian teenagers in the semis, with 18-year-old Felix Auger-Aliassime to play defending champion John Isner in the daytime, …

Miami Open: Roger Federer cruises on while Simona Halep advances to semi-finals
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Roger Federer cruises on while Simona Halep advances to semi-finals

Deccan Chronicle  

Miami: Roger Federer edged closer to his fourth ATP and WTA Miami Open title on Wednesday, swatting aside Russia's Daniil Medvedev 6-4 6-2 in only 61 minutes. But in front of a packed center court, Swiss legend Federer rolled back the years with a dominant display to serve notice of his intent to land his 101st career title in Sunday's …

Miami Open: Roger Federer enters last-8 with win over Daniil Medvedev; Simona Halep inches closer to World No 1 rank
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Roger Federer enters last-8 with win over Daniil Medvedev; Simona Halep inches closer to World No 1 rank

Firstpost  

Roger Federer edged closer to his fourth ATP and WTA Miami Open title on Wednesday, swatting aside Russia’s Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-2 in only 61 minutes. But in front of a packed centre court, Swiss legend Federer rolled back the years with a dominant display to serve notice of his intent to land his 101st career title in Sunday’s final. …

Miami Open 2019: Roger Federer sets up quarter-final clash against Daniil Medvedev; Simona Halep makes light work of Venus Williams
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open 2019: Roger Federer sets up quarter-final clash against Daniil Medvedev; Simona Halep makes light work of Venus Williams

Firstpost  

Federer, however, stylishly weathered the storm to seal the win the 52nd of his career in Miami — and set up an intriguing last eight match with the highly-rated Medvedev Miami: Roger Federer admits he faces a real battle to land the 101st title of his career with the in-form Daniil Medvedev next up after Serbian Filip Krajinovic was dispatched …

Miami Open: Federer overcomes sluggish start to beat Krajinovic 7-6, 6-7, 7-6
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Federer overcomes sluggish start to beat Krajinovic 7-6, 6-7, 7-6

Deccan Chronicle  

Roger Federer overcame a sluggish start to defeat Filip Krajinovic 7-5 6-3 and Kevin Anderson’s booming serve proved too much for Joao Sousa as the big names advanced to the fourth round of the Miami Open on Monday. Serb Krajinovic broke Federer to jump to an early 2-1 lead and it looked like an upset could be in the works …

Miami Open: Djokovic overcomes gritty Delbonis to win 7-5, 4-6, 6-1
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Djokovic overcomes gritty Delbonis to win 7-5, 4-6, 6-1

Deccan Chronicle  

World number one Novak Djokovic staved off a spirited challenge from Federico Delbonis for a 7-5 4-6 6-1 win in the third round of the Miami Open on Sunday. Like Roger Federer the previous day, top seed Djokovic found it tough going against an unseeded opponent before prevailing in two hours in the Florida twilight. “I managed to really play …

Miami Open: Novak Djokovic overcomes Delbonis to set up Bautista-Agut clash
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Novak Djokovic overcomes Delbonis to set up Bautista-Agut clash

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic overcame Federico Delbonis despite an unconvincing performance in the Miami Open third round on Sunday. RELATED | From Villarreal to Aus Open quarters – Bautista Agut breaks major duck Djokovic appeared in control early on despite giving up a break lead in the first set, taking the opener when Delbonis netted a forehand after being cramped for room. …

Miami Open: Federer overcomes setdown to beat Radu Albot 4-6, 7-5, 6-3
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open: Federer overcomes setdown to beat Radu Albot 4-6, 7-5, 6-3

Deccan Chronicle  

Miami: Roger Federer battled back from a set down to overcome 46th-ranked Radu Albot 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 on Saturday and reach the third round of the ATP and WTA Miami Open. But the Swiss star's class and experience eventually shone through as he booked a round of 32 match with Serbian Filip Krajinovic who surprised three-time Grand Slam winner Stan …

Miami Open 2019: Roger Federer keen to put Indian Wells disappointment behind as he guns for fourth title
5 years, 9 months ago

Miami Open 2019: Roger Federer keen to put Indian Wells disappointment behind as he guns for fourth title

Firstpost  

Roger Federer departed Indian Wells empty-handed for a second straight year, but the Swiss great sees no reason he can’t get back on track at the Miami Masters. Thiem, 25, denied Federer a record sixth Indian Wells title and returned to his career-high of fourth in the world - bumping Federer down to fifth going to the second leg of …

No trophy, no regrets as Federer departs Indian Wells for Miami
5 years, 9 months ago

No trophy, no regrets as Federer departs Indian Wells for Miami

The Hindu  

Roger Federer departed Indian Wells empty-handed for a second straight year, but the Swiss great sees no reason he can't get back on track at the Miami Masters. Thiem, 25, denied Federer a record sixth Indian Wells title and returned to his career-high of fourth in the world - bumping Federer down to fifth going to the second leg of …

\'It\'s just not as dramatic\', says Federer on Indian Wells defeat
5 years, 9 months ago

\'It\'s just not as dramatic\', says Federer on Indian Wells defeat

Deccan Chronicle  

Indian Wells: Roger Federer departed Indian Wells empty-handed for a second straight year, but the Swiss great sees no reason he can't get back on track at the Miami Masters. Thiem, 25, denied Federer a record sixth Indian Wells title and returned to his career-high of fourth in the world -- bumping Federer down to fifth going to the second …

Roger Federer's 100th title: Victory against Stefanos Tsitsipas perfectly sums up Swiss maestro's decades of excellence
5 years, 10 months ago

Roger Federer's 100th title: Victory against Stefanos Tsitsipas perfectly sums up Swiss maestro's decades of excellence

Firstpost  

What had been a nervous wait was turned into a triumphant home stretch by Roger Federer. Though the Swiss stumbled in the next two tournaments and looked far from his best in the early rounds at the Dubai Open, Federer showed some vintage form in the final. “We live in a day and age where every record has to be …

Dubai Tennis Championship 2019: Roger Federer wins ‘special’ 100th title by beating Stefanos Tsitsipas
5 years, 10 months ago

Dubai Tennis Championship 2019: Roger Federer wins ‘special’ 100th title by beating Stefanos Tsitsipas

The Hindu  

Roger Federer wrote another “special” page of history as he defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 6-4 on Saturday at the Dubai Tennis Championships to win the 100th title of his career. RELATED| Federer becomes second man to win 100 Open era singles titles “It’s so special to win my eighth here combined with 100,” Federer said. Thank you for all your …

Australian Open 2019: Stefanos Tsitsipas sends shock waves through men's field by knocking out Roger Federer
5 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2019: Stefanos Tsitsipas sends shock waves through men's field by knocking out Roger Federer

Firstpost  

Stefanos Tsitsipas signalled a changing of the guard at the top of world tennis as he shocked defending champion Roger Federer in the Australian Open fourth round Melbourne: Young Stefanos Tsitsipas signalled a changing of the guard at the top of world tennis as he shocked defending champion Roger Federer in the Australian Open fourth round on Sunday. “I’m the …

Tsitsipas knocks Federer out of Australian Open
5 years, 11 months ago

Tsitsipas knocks Federer out of Australian Open

The Hindu  

An inspired Stefanos Tsitsipas roared back from a set down to end Roger Federer's reign as Australian Open champion and reach his first grand slam quarter-final. Federer raced through his service games to keep the pressure on, but saw four set points come and go as the battling Tsitsipas dug deep yet again to hold at 5-5. Tsitsipas made the …

Australian Open 2019: Federer out after losing to 20-yr-old Tsitsipas
5 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2019: Federer out after losing to 20-yr-old Tsitsipas

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Stefanos Tsitsipas signalled a changing of the guard at the top of world tennis as he shocked defending champion Roger Federer in the Australian Open fourth round Sunday. “I’m the happiest man on earth right now.” The pair’s only previous meeting in the mixed team Hopman Cup earlier this month was a tight affair where Federer had won courtesy …

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