French Open: Carlos Alcaraz wins 1st Roland Garros title after thriller vs Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz wins 1st Roland Garros title after thriller vs Alexander Zverev

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz won his maiden French Open title after beating Alexander Zverev in a thrilling 5-setter on Sunday, June 9 at Philippe-Chatrier. He became the seventh Spaniard after Rafael Nadal, Sergi Bruguera, Albert Costa, Carlos Moya, Juan Carlos Ferrero and Andreas Gimeno to win the Roland Garros title. French Open 2024 Final Highlights Alcaraz became the 1st man to win a Grand Slam after winning the semi-final and the final in 5 sets since Roger Federer at the 2017 Australian Open. This time around, it was Zverev’s turn to break Alcaraz’s service twice and win the set.

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Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s remarkable tennis career came to end on Tuesday and he heads into retirement after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals at the Davis Cup Final 8. 2020: Nadal pulls even with Federer at major trophies Pulled even with Federer with 20 Slam trophies with a 13th title at the French Open, defeating Djokovic …

Alexander Zverev brushes aside Carlos Alcaraz to power into final four at ATP Finals
1 month, 1 week ago

Alexander Zverev brushes aside Carlos Alcaraz to power into final four at ATP Finals

The Independent  

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ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four
1 month, 1 week ago

ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev is in the semifinals. Carlos Alcaraz, meanwhile, needs to wait to see if he will reach the last four at the ATP Finals. Zverev beat Alcaraz 7-6, 6-4 on Friday at the season-ending event for the year’s top eight players. Alcaraz needs Rublev to beat Ruud in the final group match later. So, Zverev will face Fritz in …

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening
1 month, 1 week ago

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has a moment of reflection during a break in his match against Norway's Casper Ruud at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Monday. AFP TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two Grand Slams this year in his 6-1,7-5 loss to Casper Ruud at the …

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz was given a scare by Australian qualifier Li Tu in the first round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday before going on to seal a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory. Four-times Grand Slam champion Alcaraz, who lost to Novak Djokovic in the final of the Paris Olympics, got off to a hot start before the errors began to …

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drug tests. Defending champion Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title, a record he …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam

New York Times  

Relive how Novak Djokovic won Olympic gold against Carlos Alcaraz with game-by-game live coverage from the match PARIS — Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6, 7-6 in the men’s singles Olympic final at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday. GO DEEPER Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet in a Wimbledon final duel of the extraordinary The first set lasted 93 …

Rafael Nadal isn’t sure whether he will play in Paris again after his Olympics end in a doubles loss
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal isn’t sure whether he will play in Paris again after his Olympics end in a doubles loss

Associated Press  

PARIS — When it was over, when Rafael Nadal’s Paris Games — and his Olympic career — ended with a doubles loss in a stadium central to his legacy because it hosts the French Open, which he’s won a record 14 times, he soaked in the applause accompanying his exit from the red clay. Was this 6-2, 6-4 defeat alongside …

Paris 2024 Olympics: Nadal having ‘fun’ in dream team with Alcaraz
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: Nadal having ‘fun’ in dream team with Alcaraz

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal said he was “suffering” but having “fun” alongside Carlos Alcaraz after the Spanish dream team reached the men’s doubles quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday. The packed crowd on Court Suzanne Lenglen made no secret of its support for the Spaniards regularly chanting: “Let’s go Rafa, let’s go”. READ | Gauff renews call for video reviews in …

Coco Gauff isn’t sure how many Olympics matches she needs to win but she knows she wants medals
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Coco Gauff isn’t sure how many Olympics matches she needs to win but she knows she wants medals

Associated Press  

PARIS — Coco Gauff is 2-0 so far at the Paris Olympics after adding a 6-3, 6-0 singles victory over Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic on Sunday to a win a day earlier in doubles alongside Jessica Pegula. Gauff, who joined LeBron James as a flag bearer at the opening ceremony Friday night, took her latest step rather quickly, needing just 58 …

Paris Olympics 2024: Nadal and Alcaraz roar to opening doubles victory
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Nadal and Alcaraz roar to opening doubles victory

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal teamed up with Carlos Alcaraz for the first time as Spain’s so-called dream team opened its Olympic doubles campaign with a 7-6, 6-4 defeat of Argentine sixth seeds Maximo Gonzales and Andres Molteni on Saturday. Despite some injury worries, the 38-year-old Nadal looked sharp as the 14-time French Open champion sealed the opening set with a fierce backhand …

Swiatek, Alcaraz and Djokovic start the Olympics with wins at the French Open’s site. Osaka loses
4 months, 3 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 …

Paris Olympics: Rafael Nadal labels doubles partner Carlos Alcaraz as 'best player in world right now' in huge statement
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics: Rafael Nadal labels doubles partner Carlos Alcaraz as 'best player in world right now' in huge statement

Hindustan Times  

In what is probably his swansong year, Rafael Nadal will be aiming to bag his third Olympic gold in Paris. The Spaniard will be taking part in the men's singles event, and will also partner Carlos Alcaraz in men's doubles. Speaking to reporters in Paris, Nadal was full of praise for Alcaraz, and revealed that he was 'excited' to partner …

Novak Djokovic gears up for Paris Olympics with training session, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz reach Roland Garros
5 months ago

Novak Djokovic gears up for Paris Olympics with training session, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz reach Roland Garros

Hindustan Times  

The Paris Olympics is scheduled to begin on July 26, and tennis will be a major attraction for fans worldwide. We will see the likes of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz in action at Roland Garros. Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz reached Roland Garros, and Novak Djokovic is also training there. Here are the photos: Meanwhile, Nadal and Alcaraz …

Bastad Open 2024: Nadal reaches semifinals after four-hour marathon against Navone
5 months ago

Bastad Open 2024: Nadal reaches semifinals after four-hour marathon against Navone

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal fought into the semifinals of the Bastad Open on Friday as he defeated Argentina’s Mariano Navone 6-7, 7-5, 7-5 in three hours and 59 minutes. Nadal dropped serve three times in a row against an opponent who became the first man in the Open era to be seeded in his maiden Grand Slam appearance at this year’s French …

Carlos Alcaraz wants a seat at the adult table after his second Wimbledon and fourth Slam trophy
5 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz wants a seat at the adult table after his second Wimbledon and fourth Slam trophy

Associated Press  

LONDON — Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic did not manage to collect four Grand Slam titles before turning 22, the way Carlos Alcaraz has. “That’s my objective.” The list of what Alcaraz is accomplishing in his still-in-its-early-stages career keeps growing. Daniil Medvedev, the 2021 U.S. Open champion and five-time Slam runner-up, also was effusive in his assessment after …

Carlos Alcaraz overpowers Novak Djokovic with straight-set win at Wimbledon final, joins Roger Federer in special club
5 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz overpowers Novak Djokovic with straight-set win at Wimbledon final, joins Roger Federer in special club

Hindustan Times  

Equalling the Open Era record for most Grand Slam wins, Spain's Carlos Alcaraz overpowered seven-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in straight sets to retain his Wimbledon title on Sunday. Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in the Wimbledon men’s final Living up to his title favourite tag in the summit clash, Alcaraz launched an all-out attack …

Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic Again To Successfully Defend His Wimbledon Title
5 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic Again To Successfully Defend His Wimbledon Title

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in the Wimbledon men’s final Sunday to collect his fourth Grand Slam title at age 21. A familiar feeling Carlos Alcaraz lifts the #Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Singles Trophy for the second time pic.twitter.com/O73owrPkk6 — Wimbledon July 14, 2024 This one — played in front of a Centre Court crowd that included Kate, the …

Wimbledon final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in straight sets
5 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in straight sets

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2024 final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz registered a dominant win over Novak Djokovic to retain his Wimbledon title. The Serb was chasing history at the iconic venue, aiming to match Roger Federer's ATP record for the most Wimbledon titles won and win an unprecedented 24th Grand Slam title in the Open Era. Fresh from his …

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to return to Wimbledon final
5 months, 1 week ago

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to return to Wimbledon final

Hindustan Times  

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz beat Daniil Medvedev 6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 on Friday to return to the Wimbledon final as he seeks his fourth Grand Slam title at age 21. Carlos Alcaraz of Spain celebrates after defeating Daniil Medvedev of Russia in their semifinal match at the Wimbledon tennis championships After a so-so opening set, Alcaraz transformed back into the …

Defending champ Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to return to Wimbledon final
5 months, 1 week ago

Defending champ Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to return to Wimbledon final

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz beat Daniil Medvedev 6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 on Friday to return to the Wimbledon final as he seeks his fourth Grand Slam title at age 21. A year ago at Wimbledon, Alcaraz eliminated 2021 U.S. Open champion Medvedev in straight sets in the semifinals before defeating Djokovic in five sets in the final. Alcaraz broke …

Wounded Djokovic out to challenge resurgent Alcaraz, top-ranked Sinner
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Wounded Djokovic out to challenge resurgent Alcaraz, top-ranked Sinner

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A resurgent defending champion fresh off another major success. That’s Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic — the men leading this year’s Wimbledon field with contrasting and captivating storylines each. Plenty, however, has changed since the Australian Open in January and last month’s French Open, which has rewritten the order and rejigged the odds of these top three …

Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek and Jack Draper among 10 to watch at Wimbledon
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek and Jack Draper among 10 to watch at Wimbledon

The Independent  

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French Open Champion Carlos Alcaraz Eager to Take Clay Form into Grass Season
6 months, 1 week ago

French Open Champion Carlos Alcaraz Eager to Take Clay Form into Grass Season

News 18  

French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz has set his sights on more grass-court success after his first title on the clay at Roland Garros. But now Alcaraz’s attention has turned to yet more grass-court titles, with the Spaniard looking to repeat his London double of last year when victory at Queen’s Club was followed by a maiden Wimbledon triumph. It has …

Rafael Nadal will skip Wimbledon so he doesn’t have to switch from grass to clay for the Olympics
6 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal will skip Wimbledon so he doesn’t have to switch from grass to clay for the Olympics

Associated Press  

Rafael Nadal is going to skip Wimbledon, as expected, and instead prepare for the Paris Olympics by entering a clay-court tournament in Bastad, Sweden, he hasn’t been to in 19 years. Nadal was defeated in the first round of the French Open late last month by eventual runner-up Alexander Zverev — marking the first time in Nadal’s career he has …

Nadal and Alcaraz to play doubles together for Spain at Paris Olympics
6 months, 1 week ago

Nadal and Alcaraz to play doubles together for Spain at Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz will play doubles together for Spain at the upcoming Paris Olympics, the Spanish tennis federation said Wednesday. The announcement comes three days after the 21-year-old Alcaraz won the French Open for the first time — earning his third Grand Slam trophy. Alcaraz, who will play in his first Olympics, is widely seen as …

Best of three
6 months, 1 week ago

Best of three

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates winning the French Open final against Germany's Alexander Zverev on Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday. AFP As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback against Alexander Zverev in Sunday's French Open final, there arrived the sort of magical shot the Spaniard is making a regular part of his varied repertoire. Indeed, this was …

French Open 2024: In this Grand Slam final, I did everything I could, says Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: In this Grand Slam final, I did everything I could, says Alexander Zverev

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev said Carlos Alcaraz was a deserving winner of the French Open on Sunday after the German watched an elusive first Grand Slam title slip again through his grasp. The 27-year-old Zverev, appearing in his second major final after the 2020 US Open, led by two sets to one before Alcaraz rallied for a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 …

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul

Hindustan Times  

Fourteen-time Roland Garros champion Rafael Nadal on Sunday was the first to react after Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev in front of a packed Court Phillipe Chatrier in Paris to claim his maiden French Open title. The third seed outlasted the German 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 to win his third career major while also breaking Nadal's long-standing record in …

Alcaraz rallies in five-set thriller for maiden French Open title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz rallies in five-set thriller for maiden French Open title

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates with the French Open trophy after winning the men's singles final against Germany's Alexander Zverev in Roland Garros, Paris, France, on June 9, 2024. "Third Grand Slam, 21 years old, it's incredible," Zverev said. After winning five straight games to claim the second set, Zverev turned the final further on its head by winning another five …

Carlos Alcaraz grateful for French Open heist after struggle with injuries, doubts
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz grateful for French Open heist after struggle with injuries, doubts

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz said that he wasn’t in a great mental space before taking part in the French Open 2024. French Open 2024 Final Highlights Prior to the French Open, Alcaraz missed the Italian Open due to an injury to his right forearm. Carlos Alcaraz said some beautiful words about his team after beating Zverev to win Roland Garros: “To my …

Carlos Alcaraz rules Roland Garros, renews a Spanish tradition
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz rules Roland Garros, renews a Spanish tradition

Hindustan Times  

The Coupe des Mousquetaires does land in the hands of a Spaniard, after all. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz kisses the trophy after winning the men's final of the French Open tennis tournament against Germany's Alexander Zverev at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, France, Sunday, June 9 Carlos Alcaraz, the heir apparent to Rafael Nadal, is fast spreading his command. He’d …

Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Zverev to claim maiden French Open title; becomes youngest man to win a Slam on all surfaces
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Zverev to claim maiden French Open title; becomes youngest man to win a Slam on all surfaces

Hindustan Times  

Third seed Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday became the youngest ever ATP player to clinch a Grand Slam title on each of the three surfaces as he beat Alexander Zverev in the 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 in the 2024 French Open men's singles final at the Stade Roland Garros. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning the men's singles final against …

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle

Live Mint  

Carlos Alcaraz came back to defeat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday and win the French Open for his third Grand Slam title. Alcaraz is a 21-year-old from Spain who grew up watching countryman Rafael Nadal win trophy after trophy at Roland Garros — a record 14 in all — and now has eclipsed Nadal as the …

French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz Downs Alexander Zverev in Final to Clinch Roland Garros Title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz Downs Alexander Zverev in Final to Clinch Roland Garros Title

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz claimed the 2024 French Open men’s singles title on Sunday at Roland Garros with a win over Alexader Zverev in the championship clash. The 21-year-old Spaniard, Alcaraz, who grew up watching countryman Rafael Nadal win trophy after trophy at Roland Garros — a record 14 in all — has now eclipsed Nadal to become the youngest man to …

French Open 2024 final live telecast: When & Where to watch Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev on TV, online?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024 final live telecast: When & Where to watch Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev on TV, online?

India TV News  

French Open 2024 final live telecast: 21-year-old Carlos Alcaraz takes on 27-year-old Alexander Zverev in the final of the French Open 2024 in the clash for the title. When is Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev French Open 2024 final? The Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev French Open 2024 final will be played from 6:30 IST on Sunday, June 9. The …

Carlos Alcaraz wins the French Open for a third Grand Slam title at 21 by beating Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz wins the French Open for a third Grand Slam title at 21 by beating Alexander Zverev

Associated Press  

PARIS — As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback in Sunday’s French Open final, a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alexander Zverev for a first championship at Roland Garros and third Grand Slam title in all, there arrived the sort of magical shot the kid is making a regular part of his varied repertoire. 1 at the moment …

Carlos Alcaraz wins his first French Open title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz wins his first French Open title

LA Times  

Carlos Alcaraz falls to the clay court as he celebrates winning the French Open on Sunday in Paris. As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback in Sunday’s French Open final, a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alexander Zverev for a first championship at Roland Garros and third Grand Slam title in all, there arrived the sort of magical …

French Open men’s final: Carlos Alcaraz seeks a third Grand Slam title and Alexander Zverev a first
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open men’s final: Carlos Alcaraz seeks a third Grand Slam title and Alexander Zverev a first

Associated Press  

PARIS — When Carlos Alcaraz was a kid growing up in Spain — which, considering he’s only 21, was not all that long ago — he used to run home from school and flip on the TV to check out the French Open. Long before he was preparing to play in Sunday’s final in Paris against Alexander Zverev, Alcaraz watched …

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz

Hindustan Times  

Alexander Zverev exacted revenge on Casper Ruud at the French Open on Friday to reach his second Grand Slam final and first since 2020, with Carlos Alcaraz standing between him and the title. Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates winning his semifinal match of the French Open tennis tournament against Norway's Casper Ruud at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, Friday, June …

French Open 2024, June 8 schedule: Swiatek faces Paolini in women’s final, Bolelli-Vavassori pair eyes men’s doubles crown
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024, June 8 schedule: Swiatek faces Paolini in women’s final, Bolelli-Vavassori pair eyes men’s doubles crown

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek takes on Jasmine Paolini in the women’s singles final of French Open 2024 at Roland Garros, Paris on Saturday. In men’s doubles final, the ninth-seeded Croatian-Salvadorian duo of Mate Pavic and Marcelo Arevalo faces the 11th-seeded Italian pair Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori for the title. Here’s the full list of fixtures for day 14 of French Open …

Zverev beats Ruud to set up French Open final with Alcaraz
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Zverev beats Ruud to set up French Open final with Alcaraz

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Alexander Zverev exacted revenge on Casper Ruud at the French Open on Friday to reach his second Grand Slam final and first since 2020, with Carlos Alcaraz standing between him and the title. But the German raised his game, reaching his first French Open final and keeping his hopes of a maiden Grand Slam title alive. "I was not …

Iga Swiatek: World No 1’s French Open record puts tennis future in her hands
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Iga Swiatek: World No 1’s French Open record puts tennis future in her hands

New York Times  

Iga Swiatek doesn’t win every tennis tournament she plays — but she wins the ones she wins in a way that makes nearly everyone watching her wonder how she ever loses. This is Swiatek’s third straight French Open triumph, and fourth in five years, a 6-2, 6-1 victory that will further cement her position as the standard that every other …

French Open day 13: Alcaraz comes back to secure first French Open final berth
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open day 13: Alcaraz comes back to secure first French Open final berth

The Independent  

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Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany

Associated Press  

PARIS — Alexander Zverev’s day began with the announcement of an out-of-court settlement that brought an end to a domestic violence case in his native Germany. Hours before Zverev’s semifinal began in Paris, word emerged from Berlin that a district court there ended a trial stemming from an ex-girlfriend’s accusation of assault during a 2020 argument. The opponent in Zverev’s …

Carlos Alcaraz knocks out Jannik Sinner to reach French Open 2024 final; breaks Andre Agassi's all-time record
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz knocks out Jannik Sinner to reach French Open 2024 final; breaks Andre Agassi's all-time record

India TV News  

Carlos Alcaraz defeated the newly crowned world no.1 Jannik Sinner to storm into the finals of the French Open 2024 men's singles on Friday, June 7. The world no.3 Alcaraz produced his best game of the 2024 season to end Sinner's dream run in the five-set thriller at Philippe Chatrier. The 21-year-old Alcaraz broke the legendary Andre Agassi's record when …

Carlos Alcaraz will play Alexander Zverev in the first French Open final for each
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz will play Alexander Zverev in the first French Open final for each

Associated Press  

PARIS — Carlos Alcaraz started poorly and fell behind early in his French Open semifinal against Jannik Sinner. “I didn’t know what the occasion means.” This will be the first French Open men’s final without Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic or Roger Federer since 2004. “I learned from last year’s match against Djokovic, when I was in the same position as …

French Open 2024: Alcaraz goes past Sinner in five-set thriller to reach final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Alcaraz goes past Sinner in five-set thriller to reach final

The Hindu  

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a woeful start to beat an inconsistent Jannik Sinner 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 and qualify for his maiden French Open final after a see-saw encounter on Friday. Australian Open champion Sinner, who will take over as world number one next week, bowed out when he returned a massive forehand down the line wide on …

Carlos Alcaraz an odds-on favourite to progress to his maiden French Open final - while Australian Open winner Jannik Sinner is a slight outsider at 6/5
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz an odds-on favourite to progress to his maiden French Open final - while Australian Open winner Jannik Sinner is a slight outsider at 6/5

Daily Mail  

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner meet in a blockbuster semi-final at the French Open today. Alcaraz - who already has two major victories in his young career to date - enters as the betting favourite to progress to his maiden French Open final. Carlos Alcaraz is on odds-on favourite to win today's semi-final, while Sinner is a 6/5 outsider Alcaraz …

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