Wimbledon 2019: Rafael Nadal beats Nick Kyrgios in ill-tempered clash; Angelique Kerber crashes out in 2nd round
5 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2019: Rafael Nadal beats Nick Kyrgios in ill-tempered clash; Angelique Kerber crashes out in 2nd round

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Rafael Nadal may not end up winning a third Wimbledon singles title but he will take joy from having beaten his ‘bete noire’ Nick Kyrgios in an engrossing but bad-tempered grudge match on Thursday. London: Rafael Nadal may not end up winning a third Wimbledon singles title but he will take joy from having beaten his ‘bete noire’ Nick Kyrgios in an engrossing but bad-tempered grudge match on Thursday. Potentially he is a Grand Slam winner.” Earlier, his great rival eight-time champion Roger Federer had no such problems as he eased into the third round, beating British wild card Jay Clarke 6-1, 7-6, 6-2 to equal American legend Jimmy Connors’s record of 17 appearances in the last 32. “Lovely girl, great champion.” Home fans appetites were sated at the end of the day when Williams’s mixed doubles partner and former world number one Andy Murray began his men’s doubles — months after ’life-changing hip surgery’ — with French partner Pierre-Hugues Herbert against Marius Copil of Romania and Herbert’s compatriot Ugo Humbert.

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Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’

Firstpost  

Roger Federer recalled his rivalry and friendship with Rafael Nadal as the Spaniard tennis legend gets ready to bid goodbye to the sport in Davis Cup Finals 2024. Rafael Nadal’s greatest rival and probably his best tennis friend as well – Roger Federer penned an emotional tribute for the Spaniard before he starts his farewell at the Davis Cup Finals …

‘I did it vs Rafael Nadal… whole tennis world called me disrespectful’: Nick Kyrgios drops huge Wimbledon statement
2 months ago

‘I did it vs Rafael Nadal… whole tennis world called me disrespectful’: Nick Kyrgios drops huge Wimbledon statement

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal is set to retire officially from competitive tennis in the upcoming Davis Cup finals in Malaga later this month. Nadal has been the most-talked about topic in tennis currently, with Nick Kyrgios recently recalling an incident. So I needed to do something to get this guy out of this rhythm, and I did it and the whole tennis …

Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement
3 months ago

Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement

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Nick Kyrgios makes final Rafael Nadal request after retirement announcement
3 months ago

Nick Kyrgios makes final Rafael Nadal request after retirement announcement

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Wimbledon champion Krejcikova out of US Open, Shelton and Tiafoe set to meet in 3rd round
4 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon champion Krejcikova out of US Open, Shelton and Tiafoe set to meet in 3rd round

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe is getting the rematch he wants, a second shot at Ben Shelton at the U.S. Open. Three men’s matches ended when an opponent stopped playing, the last one sending defending champion Novak Djokovic to the third round when Laslo Djere retired early in the third set with what appeared to be pain near his hip …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

Nadal downed by dominant Djokovic
5 months, 1 week ago

Nadal downed by dominant Djokovic

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic of Serbia and Rafael Nadal of Spain hug after their Paris Olympics second-round match at Roland Garros on Monday. REUTERS Novak Djokovic crushed Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-4 in their blockbuster Olympics clash on Monday as the two titans met for the 60th and possibly final time. Nadal admitted Djokovic was the "clear favorite" ahead of their first clash …

Rafael Nadal visibly annoyed with retirement question after falling to Novak Djokovic in Paris Olympics 2024
5 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal visibly annoyed with retirement question after falling to Novak Djokovic in Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

It turned out to be a one-sided affair as Novak Djokovic cruised past Rafael Nadal in straight sets, winning 6-1 6-4 in the men's singles second round fixture at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, on Monday. Spain's Rafael Nadal shakes hands with chair umpire Renaud Lichtenstein of France after his defeat to Serbia's Novak Djokovic in their men's singles second …

Novak Djokovic deserves respect, appreciation even in Wimbledon defeat
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic deserves respect, appreciation even in Wimbledon defeat

Firstpost  

After two weeks of sarcastic ‘Gooooood night’ and ’nice flight home’ wishes, tennis world must acknowledge the likes of Sinner and Alcaraz but not forget the jaw-dropping achievements of Novak Djokovic. It’s a bitter taste to lose the final the way I did today.” Novak Djokovic has not won a title in 2024, after going down to Carlos Alcaraz in …

Wimbledon’s best matches: Five-set thrillers and a classic semi-final
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Wimbledon’s best matches: Five-set thrillers and a classic semi-final

The Independent  

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Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz defends men's singles title with straight sets win over Novak Djokovic in final
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz defends men's singles title with straight sets win over Novak Djokovic in final

Firstpost  

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in men’s singles final of the 2024 Wimbledon on Sunday, with Spanish youngster successfully defending the title. AP Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his Wimbledon men’s singles crown after he defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the final on Sunday. A familiar feeling 🤩 Carlos Alcaraz lifts the …

Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz

The Hindu  

Without a title for over six months, Novak Djokovic is now within touching distance of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy — with the all-conquering Serb saying Wimbledon always brings the best out of him. The 37-year-old lost in his Australian Open fortress at the start of the year, with his bid to win a record-extending 11th Melbourne Park title …

Barbora Krejčíková wins maiden Wimbledon ladies singles title, beating Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Barbora Krejčíková wins maiden Wimbledon ladies singles title, beating Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4

ABC  

Barbora Krejčíková has emulated her hero, the late, great Czechia legend Jana Novotná, after beating Jasmine Paolini to win a brilliant Wimbledon ladies singles final. Krejčíková will serve for the championship S By Simon Smale Paolini *3-5 Krejčíková, 2-6, 6-2 S By Simon Smale The crowd rises as Paolini serves to stay in the championship. Paolini *2-2 Krejčíková, 2-6, 6-2 …

Novak Djokovic enters 10th Wimbledon final; to face Carlos Alcaraz in rematch of previous edition
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic enters 10th Wimbledon final; to face Carlos Alcaraz in rematch of previous edition

India TV News  

Second seed Novak Djokovic made light work of semifinal opponent Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 7-6 and 6-4 to storm into his 10th Wimbledon gentlemen's singles final. I also remind myself not to take anything for granted, particularly when you are playing finals in the most important tennis tournament in the history of this sport," Djokovic said after winning the semifinal. "Coming …

Novak Djokovic says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke

Associated Press  

LONDON — No one knows for sure when 2022 Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios will return to competition after nearly two years away from the tour because of injuries. “But let me tell you, he’s hitting the ball as good as ever, really.” Kyrgios, a 29-year-old Australian, lost to Djokovic in the Wimbledon final two years ago, before knee and wrist …

Novak Djokovic sees off Lorenzo Musetti for Wimbledon final rematch with Carlos Alcaraz
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic sees off Lorenzo Musetti for Wimbledon final rematch with Carlos Alcaraz

Hindustan Times  

Seven-times champion Novak Djokovic produced some of his best tennis to outclass Italian 25th seed Lorenzo Musetti 6-4 7-6 6-4 on Friday and reach a 10th Wimbledon final, where he will meet holder Carlos Alcaraz in a mouthwatering 2023 rematch. Serbia's Novak Djokovic shakes hands with Italy's Lorenzo Musetti after winning their semi final match With Centre Court still filling …

Lorenzo Musetti reaches first Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon, to face Novak Djokovic
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Lorenzo Musetti reaches first Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon, to face Novak Djokovic

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Lorenzo Musetti threw his head back and spread his arms wide to celebrate reaching his first Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon, then covered his face with both hands. “Jokes apart, he’s a legend everywhere, but especially here in Wimbledon.” This will be Djokovic's record-tying 13th semifinal at Wimbledon alone — equaling Roger Federer — and 49th Slam semifinal overall, …

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 Highlights: Djokovic gets walkover, Musetti beats Fritz in five-setter; Rybakina, Krejcikova set up semifinal clash
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 Highlights: Djokovic gets walkover, Musetti beats Fritz in five-setter; Rybakina, Krejcikova set up semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic progressed to the semifinals after getting a walkover from ninth-seeded Australian Alex De Minaur on the 10th day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Wednesday. In women’s singles quarterfinals, former champion and fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina beat 21st-seeded Ukrainian and last year’s semifinalist Elina Svitolina while …

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 schedule: Djokovic, Fritz and Ostapenko eye semifinal spots
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 10 schedule: Djokovic, Fritz and Ostapenko eye semifinal spots

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic takes on ninth-seeded Australian Alex De Minaur in the men’s singles quarterfinals on the 10th day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Wednesday. In women’s singles, former champion and fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina faces 21st-seeded Ukrainian and last year’s semifinalist Elina Svitolina while 13th-seeded Latvian Jelena …

Wimbledon 2024: Alcaraz seals semi-final spot after cruising win over Tommy Paul
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Alcaraz seals semi-final spot after cruising win over Tommy Paul

India Today  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has cruised his way into the Wimbledon 2024 semi-final after clinching an emphatic win over USA's Tommy Paul in their quarter-final clash on July 9. Despite the strong tussle in the first set, Tommy Paul could not contain the power and swift movement across the court of Alcaraz. VAMOS CARLITOS 🇪🇸 The defending champion is through to …

Wimbledon day eight: Novak Djokovic turns on Centre Court crowd
6 months ago

Wimbledon day eight: Novak Djokovic turns on Centre Court crowd

The Independent  

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Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic setup a quarter-final with Alex de Minaur following a straightforward win against Holger Rune. AP Novak Djokovic demolished Holger Rune on Monday to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, staying on track for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam as Taylor Fritz stunned fourth seed Alexander Zverev. Fritz comeback FIVE STAR FRITZ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Taylor Fritz comes from two sets down to …

Women’s Wimbledon draw wide open with four first-time quarter-finalists
6 months ago

Women’s Wimbledon draw wide open with four first-time quarter-finalists

The Independent  

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Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals. Coco Gauff loses
6 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals. Coco Gauff loses

Associated Press  

LONDON — There Carlos Alcaraz was, down on his backside at a baseline below the Royal Box, briefly taking a seat in the grass after doing the splits when he slipped while running to hit a forehand during his fourth-round match Sunday. 1 in the ATP rankings, and last month’s French Open championship made him the youngest man to win …

Wimbledon 2024: Svitolina ends Jabeur’s Wimbledon dream in third round
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Svitolina ends Jabeur’s Wimbledon dream in third round

The Hindu  

Fifty one weeks after a heartbroken Ons Jabeur trudged off Wimbledon’s Centre Court with tears streaking down her face after a second successive defeat in the final, the tormented Tunisian was left to digest another painful loss on Saturday. Jabeur’s long cherished dream to hold aloft the Venus Rosewater Dish was dashed for at least another year following a brutal …

Wimbledon 2024, July 6 Highlights: Djokovic, Zverev advance; Swiatek, Jabeur knocked out in third round
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 6 Highlights: Djokovic, Zverev advance; Swiatek, Jabeur knocked out in third round

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic defeated Australia’s Alexei Popyrin 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 to reach the round of 16 at Wimbledon on Saturday. Here’s the full list of third-round fixtures for day six of Wimbledon 2024: Centre Court Men’s Singles - Alexander Zverev beat Cameron Norrie 6-4, 6-4, 7-6 Women’s Singles - Elina Svitolina beat Ons Jabeur 6-1, …

Wimbledon 2024: Zverev swats aside Giron to reach third round
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Zverev swats aside Giron to reach third round

The Hindu  

Fourth seed Alexander Zverev stepped up his bid for an elusive Grand Slam title by thumping American Marcos Giron 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 on Thursday to reach the Wimbledon third round, where he will face Briton Cameron Norrie. The 2020 U.S. Open runner-up, who lost again in a major final at the French Open last month, underlined his credentials for grasscourt …

Wimbledon 2024, July 5 Highlights: Sinner, Alcaraz, Raducanu and Gauff through to round of 16
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, July 5 Highlights: Sinner, Alcaraz, Raducanu and Gauff through to round of 16

The Hindu  

Defending champion and third seed Carlos Alcaraz defeated 29th-seeded American Frances Tiafoe 5-7, 6-2, 4-6, 7-6, 6-2 in third round of men’s singles on the fifth day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Friday. Here’s the full list of third-round results for day five of Wimbledon 2024: Centre Court Men’s Singles - …

Defending champion Alcaraz cruises into third round at Wimbledon
6 months ago

Defending champion Alcaraz cruises into third round at Wimbledon

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz returns against Australia's Aleksander Vukic during their men's singles second round tennis match on the third day of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 3, 2024. LONDON - Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz breezed past Aleksander Vukic in straight sets to reach the men's singles …

Wimbledon 2024, Matches Today: Murray in men’s doubles action; Djokovic, Swiatek play in second round
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024, Matches Today: Murray in men’s doubles action; Djokovic, Swiatek play in second round

The Hindu  

Seven-time champion and second seed Novak Djokovic takes on local wildcard Jacob Fearnley in second round of men’s singles on the fourth day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Thursday. Here’s the full list of fixtures for day four of Wimbledon 2024: Centre Court Men’s Singles, 2nd Round - Jacob Fearnley vs …

Wimbledon 2024: Osaka’s comeback ended by on-fire Navarro
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Osaka’s comeback ended by on-fire Navarro

The Hindu  

Naomi Osaka’s goal to improve her grasscourt game will have to wait for at least another 12 months after her Wimbledon comeback stalled in the second round following a 6-4, 6-1 walloping by American Emma Navarro that mercifully lasted only 58 minutes. READ | Wimbledon, July 3 Highlights: Alcaraz, Gauff, and Raducanu reach third round She put in a rousing …

Wimbledon 2024: Making third straight final would be a dream, says Jabeur
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Making third straight final would be a dream, says Jabeur

The Hindu  

Tunisian 10th seed Ons Jabeur said she is dreaming of reaching a third straight Wimbledon final this month and that managing the negative emotions would be a key factor in getting to the title decider. Jabeur, who lost the 2022 final to Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina and the 2023 title match to Czech Marketa Vondrousova, got her latest grasscourt Grand Slam …

Wimbledon 2024, Day 1 Highlights: Alcaraz, Sinner reach second round; Sabalenka, Azarenka withdraw due to injury
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024, Day 1 Highlights: Alcaraz, Sinner reach second round; Sabalenka, Azarenka withdraw due to injury

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz began his title defence with a 7-6, 7-5, 6-2 win over Estonian qualifier Mark Lajal in first round of men’s singles on the opening day of Wimbledon 2024 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London on Monday. 2 Men’s Singles - Grigor Dimitrov beat Dusan Lajovic 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 Men’s Singles - Stan Wawrinka beat …

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz survives scare, Daniil Medvedev storms into 2nd round
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz survives scare, Daniil Medvedev storms into 2nd round

India Today  

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz fended off a valiant threat from World No. Alcaraz needed 2 hours and 23 minutes to beat Lajal 7-6, 7-5, 6-2 in a pulsating battle at the center court as fans had their money's worth. Lajal, playing in his first match in the main draw of a Grand Slam match, showed he is set for a …

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operations
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operations

The Independent  

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Wimbledon 2024 draw: Sinner and Alcaraz in same half; Sumit Nagal to face Miomir Kecmanovic in first round
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024 draw: Sinner and Alcaraz in same half; Sumit Nagal to face Miomir Kecmanovic in first round

India TV News  

The world no.1 Jannik Sinner will kick off his Wimbledon 2024 campaign against Germany's Yannick Hanfmann on July 1. The 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic faces Czech qualifier Vit Koprica in the first round and can potentially clash against Holger Rune in the fourth round. India's best hope Sumit Nagal faces a tough draw as he is set to …

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operations
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operations

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray both were placed in the Wimbledon bracket during Friday’s draw despite coming off recent operations. Her opening opponent will be 2020 Australian Open winner Sofia Kenin, who eliminated Coco Gauff in the first round at Wimbledon a year ago — less than three months before Gauff would go on to win the …

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are taking over tennis
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are taking over tennis

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — There is a real shift happening at the top of tennis, a youth movement that long seemed inevitable but never actually arrived until now. As the sport’s attention shifts to the grass of Wimbledon, where play begins Monday, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are the players whose names are on everyone’s lips. Alcaraz …

Wimbledon 2024: Here’s how to watch on TV, betting odds and more you should know
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Here’s how to watch on TV, betting odds and more you should know

Associated Press  

LONDON — Get caught up at Wimbledon with a guide that tells you everything you need to know about how to watch the grass-court Grand Slam tennis tournament, what the betting odds are, what the schedule is and more: How to watch Wimbledon on TV — In the U.S.: Tennis Channel, ESPN. Betting favorites for the U.S. Open Carlos Alcaraz …

Rafael Nadal set to miss Wimbledon: ‘I don’t think it’s a good idea’
7 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal set to miss Wimbledon: ‘I don’t think it’s a good idea’

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal leaves a king's legacy we should all be grateful to have witnessed
7 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal leaves a king's legacy we should all be grateful to have witnessed

ABC  

The King is dead, long live the King. If this was to be Rafael Nadal's last match at the French Open, the Spaniard leaves a legacy that will forever remain unmatched. Nadal bids emotional farewell to Roland Garros Photo shows Maria Perello cries as she holds Rafael Nadal Jr in the stands during Rafael Nadal's final match at Roland Garros. …

Rafael Nadal’s clay-court tennis swansong is a dance between fitness and pride
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s clay-court tennis swansong is a dance between fitness and pride

New York Times  

The best tennis players — even competing on their favourite surface — generally have at least one humiliation they’d prefer to forget. Novak Djokovic’s worst moment also came at his best tournament, losing to the world No 117 Denis Istomin in 2017 at the Australian Open — the event he has won 10 times. The Soderling defeat is the closest …

Nick Kyrgios on ESPN is off to a strong start: ‘The mouth still works just fine’
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios on ESPN is off to a strong start: ‘The mouth still works just fine’

New York Times  

There was an amusing moment on Tuesday night prior to ESPN2’s Australian Open coverage of world No 4 Jannik Sinner’s straight-sets crushing of Dutch qualifier Jesper de Jong. He’s serving much, much better and creating more opportunities for that first ball.” Kyrgios in the commentator booth U.S. tennis viewers are tough graders, right up there with soccer fans. “I would …

WTA Finals 2023: Iga Swiatek downs Coco Gauff, Ons Jabeur beats Marketa Vondrousova in Wimbledon final re-match
1 year, 2 months ago

WTA Finals 2023: Iga Swiatek downs Coco Gauff, Ons Jabeur beats Marketa Vondrousova in Wimbledon final re-match

Firstpost  

The victory boosted Swiatek’s chances to overtake Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka for the year-end world number one ranking World number two Iga Swiatek defeated third-ranked Coco Gauff 6-0, 7-5 in a showdown of reigning Grand Slam champions on Wednesday in a group-stage match at the WTA Finals. Poland’s 22-year-old Swiatek, the French Open winner and a four-time Grand Slam …

Djokovic lucky to have had rivals like Federer, Nadal, says Ivanisevic
1 year, 3 months ago

Djokovic lucky to have had rivals like Federer, Nadal, says Ivanisevic

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic has been fortunate to have opponents like Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal to push him during his career, his coach Goran Ivanisevic said on Sunday after the 36-year-old claimed the U.S. Open title for a 24th Grand Slam crown. The ‘Big Three’ dominated men’s tennis over the last two decades with a collective 66 Grand Slam titles between …

Djokovic advances after Fokina retires in Cincinnati, Sinner suffers opening loss; Swiatek tames Collins
1 year, 4 months ago

Djokovic advances after Fokina retires in Cincinnati, Sinner suffers opening loss; Swiatek tames Collins

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic made a winning return in his first appearance on U.S. soil for two years on Wednesday, reaching the third round of the Cincinnati Open when Alejandro Davidovich Fokina retired hurt. Djokovic’s next opponent on Thursday will be Gael Monfils, who continued his run of comeback form by defeating Australian Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-4 to reach a third …

Nick Kyrgios makes stunning four-word post on Carlos Alcaraz after Novak Djokovic denied Wimbledon history
1 year, 5 months ago

Nick Kyrgios makes stunning four-word post on Carlos Alcaraz after Novak Djokovic denied Wimbledon history

Hindustan Times  

The Wimbledon 2023 men’s final saw Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz put on a show that thrilled all audiences, from casual supporters to the most hardcore fans. Nick Kyrgios was impressed with Carlos Alcaraz as the Spaniard beat Novak Djokovic One such individual who was greatly pleased by the level of tennis and entertainment the duo provided was 2022 finalist …

Watch: Alcaraz shockingly drops Wimbledon trophy on live TV in major 'whoops' moment, Spaniard's reaction takes the cake
1 year, 5 months ago

Watch: Alcaraz shockingly drops Wimbledon trophy on live TV in major 'whoops' moment, Spaniard's reaction takes the cake

Hindustan Times  

The hands would undoubtedly still tremble. It's only been 24 hours since Carlos Alcaraz picked up the biggest win in his career, at one of the grandest stages, fulfilling his childhood dream of winning the Wimbledon. Carlos Alcaraz dropped the most prized possession of his career In beating Djokovic at the SW19 in front of a packed Centre Court crowd, …

Wimbledon 2023 winners: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become one of youngest champions ever
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023 winners: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become one of youngest champions ever

The Independent  

✕ Close Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon 2023 final with Prince George and Princess Charlotte joining Kate to watch Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic to win the Wimbledon men’s final, denying the Serbian a fifth consecutive title, in a five-set epic and one of the greatest matches ever played at the All England Club. Alcaraz fought from …

A new era – Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon win sparks men’s tennis into life
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A new era – Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon win sparks men’s tennis into life

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