The ATP Tour announced significant changes for the 2022 season, with Masters 1000 events in Canada and Cincinnati being expanded to 12-day events. Additionally, there will be 16 ATP 500 tournaments held next year, showcasing the organization’s commitment to providing an enhanced tournament experience for players and fans alike. The ATP Tour revealed that seven
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Andy Murray emerged victorious in a grueling match against Matteo Berrettini at the Miami Open. It was a match filled with tension and drama, as Berrettini struggled to keep up with Murray’s pace. Murray’s ability to capitalize on Berrettini’s weaknesses ultimately led to his 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory. Berrettini’s physical condition became a cause for
Simona Halep recently made her long-awaited return to the tennis court at the Miami Open after an 18-month absence due to a doping ban. Despite losing her first-round match to Paula Badosa, the former world No. 1 and two-time major champion couldn’t help but smile and express her gratitude to the fans for their warm
The world of sports was shocked by the recent news of the passing of Konstantin Koltsov, a former pro ice hockey player from Belarus. Known for his speed on the ice, Koltsov had an impressive career that included playing for the Belarus national team in the Olympics and spending time with the Pittsburgh Penguins in
Carlos Alcaraz entered the Indian Wells tournament with uncertainty surrounding his twisted ankle. However, despite this setback, he emerged victorious, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the BNP Paribas Open final for the second consecutive year. This triumph marked his first title since claiming victory at Wimbledon in the previous year. Despite his initial struggles with his
In a stunning turn of events at the BNP Paribas Open, Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious over Jannik Sinner, halting the Italian’s impressive 19-match winning streak. The match unfolded in three intense sets, with Alcaraz ultimately claiming a 1-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory. This triumph solidified Alcaraz’s position as the world No. 2 player and extended his
Maria Sakkari emerged victorious against Coco Gauff in a gripping semifinal match at the BNP Paribas Open. The match was plagued by rain delays, with interruptions of 20 minutes and two hours. Despite blowing three match points in the second set, Sakkari managed to pull through and secure a spot in the final against Iga
A routine quarterfinal match at the BNP Paribas Open between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev turned into a chaotic scene when a swarm of bees decided to make an appearance. Alcaraz, visibly distressed by the buzzing insects around him, attempted to swat them away before seeking cover. The match was abruptly suspended, with Alcaraz serving
At the BNP Paribas Open, Emma Navarro shocked the tennis world by defeating the second-seeded Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set match. This victory marked a significant milestone in Navarro’s career, as she showcased her ability to stay aggressive on returns and handle pressure in crucial moments. The 2021 NCAA singles champion from Virginia has
Carlos Alcaraz showcased his mental fortitude and skill on Tuesday as he avenged a previous loss to Fabian Marozsan, securing a 6-3, 6-3 victory and securing a spot in the quarterfinals of the BNP Paribas Open. The young Spaniard, ranked second in the world, faced off against the Hungarian qualifier who had bested him in
Italian tennis player Luca Nardi made headlines with his incredible upset victory over the world No. 1, Novak Djokovic, at the BNP Paribas Open. Ranked 123rd in the world, Nardi showcased a perfect blend of poise and power to outlast his boyhood idol in a thrilling three-set match. The 20-year-old’s performance was nothing short of
In a stunning turn of events at the BNP Paribas Open, Iga Swiatek managed to defeat Linda Noskova in straight sets, avenging her Australian Open defeat. This victory marks Swiatek’s advancement to the round of 16, where she is set to face off against Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan. The Polish star’s impressive performance on Sunday
Iga Swiatek showcased her dominance at the BNP Paribas Open with a convincing 6-3, 6-0 victory over Danielle Collins. This marked Swiatek’s fifth consecutive win over the American, who has announced her plans to retire after the season. The match was a stark contrast to their previous meeting in the Australian Open, where Swiatek had
Venus Williams made her return to the WTA tour after a six-month hiatus, facing off against qualifier Nao Hibino at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. The 43-year-old veteran player, with seven Grand Slam titles to her name, unfortunately lost the match after giving away the lead and dropping the last 10 games. Despite
The BNP Paribas Open kicked off in Indian Wells with a bang as Andy Murray showcased a smooth and dominating performance against David Goffin. The former No. 1-ranked player, currently at No. 61, displayed his expertise on the court by defeating Goffin with a score of 6-3, 6-2. Murray managed to maintain his composure throughout
Andrey Rublev, the world’s No. 5 player, was recently defaulted at the Dubai Tennis Championships due to a controversial ruling by the chair umpire. The incident occurred during his semifinal match with Alexander Bublik, where Rublev was accused of using an obscenity while disputing a call with a line judge. Despite denying the allegation and
Katie Boulter, an unseeded player from England, shocked the tennis world by winning the San Diego Open singles title after defeating Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine in a thrilling 3-set match. Despite being a veteran of the tour for 10 years, Boulter managed to secure her second professional singles title by defeating a series of higher-seeded
In a stunning turn of events at the San Diego Open, sixth-seeded Marta Kostyuk managed to fight off an early deficit to beat top seed Jessica Pegula in the semifinals. Despite Pegula jumping out to a 5-1 lead in the first set, Kostyuk showed resilience and composure to claw her way back into the match.