Martina Trevisan’s victory over eighth-seeded Caroline Dolehide at the Guadalajara Open was not just a win but a statement. After losing to Dolehide in the quarterfinals a year ago, Trevisan came back with a vengeance, dominating the match with a 6-3, 6-2 scoreline. “Today I came to the court with a lot of energy,” Trevisan
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The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is currently deliberating whether to appeal the judgment that cleared US Open champion Jannik Sinner of any responsibility for his positive steroid tests. WADA has a deadline of at least until the end of September to submit an appeal, as outlined in the World Anti-Doping Code. The decision was made
The US Open men’s runner-up, Taylor Fritz, has made an impressive comeback to the top 10 in the ATP rankings by securing the 7th position. This is a significant achievement for Fritz, especially after his remarkable performance in the tournament. It shows his consistency and determination to compete at the highest level in the world
Aryna Sabalenka’s path to US Open victory has been far from smooth. Despite leaving Flushing Meadows in tears 12 months ago as the runner-up, she remained resilient in her pursuit of success. After exiting in the semifinals in the two preceding years, Sabalenka finally claimed her first championship at Flushing Meadows, marking the third Grand
When Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe stepped onto the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium for the US Open semifinal, the atmosphere was electric. The crowd was torn between two talented American athletes, unsure of who to support. As the match unfolded, it became clear that this would be a showdown for the ages. Despite their
Lyudmyla Kichenok, who was set to marry Jelena Ostapenko’s coach, found herself in a unique situation as her unexpected run to the US Open women’s doubles championship forced a change of plans. With an impressive victory over Kristina Mladenovic and Zhang Shuai in the final, Kichenok and Ostapenko secured their first major title as a
The US Open semifinal match between Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev showcased Sinner’s aggressive approach, which ultimately helped him secure a win against the defending champion. Sinner, a 23-year-old from Italy, employed a net-rushing style throughout the match, winning points on 28 out of his 33 trips to the net. This strategy allowed him to
Aryna Sabalenka, the No. 2 seed and last year’s US Open runner-up, showcased her dominance on Tuesday night by only surrendering three games to Qinwen Zheng. This victory marked Sabalenka’s fourth consecutive appearance in the semifinals at Flushing Meadows, solidifying her as a force to be reckoned with in the tennis world. The matchup between
Rafael Nadal recently came out in defense of Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1 player who tested positive for a banned substance but was ultimately cleared of any wrongdoing. Nadal emphasized that he believes in Sinner’s good faith and integrity, expressing his confidence in the anti-doping organizations responsible for making decisions in such cases. In
The match between defending champion Coco Gauff and Emma Navarro at the US Open’s fourth round ended in an unexpected upset. Gauff, who had been on a 10-match winning streak at Flushing Meadows, faced a challenging defeat with more double faults than winners. This surprising outcome left Gauff reflecting on her serving issues, which she
Serena Williams, a name synonymous with greatness in the world of tennis, made a notable return to the US Open recently. However, this time around, she was not on the court showcasing her incredible skills but rather observing the matches from the stands. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion brought back a sense of nostalgia
Frances Tiafoe emerged victorious against Ben Shelton in a nail-biting all-American clash at the US Open. Despite facing tough competition and having faced a loss to Shelton in the previous year, Tiafoe’s resilience and skill on the court shone through. The match, lasting 4 hours and 3 minutes, showcased Tiafoe’s ability to adapt and overcome
The world of professional tennis is not immune to the dark side of social media, as demonstrated by recent incidents involving top players such as Iga Swiatek, Caroline Garcia, Jessica Pegula, Jannik Sinner, and Karen Khachanov. These athletes have spoken out about the online abuse they have faced, ranging from hateful messages to death threats,
Novak Djokovic faced a tough challenge in his recent US Open match as he struggled with his serve, missing more than he made. Despite admitting that he should have lost the second set, Djokovic managed to pull through. His opponent, Laslo Djere, faced an injury and had to retire, allowing Djokovic to advance to the
The US Open in 2024 witnessed a historic matchup between Daniel Evans and Karen Khachanov that lasted a staggering 5 hours and 35 minutes. As both players fought fiercely on the court, it became a test of endurance and perseverance. Evans, in particular, was struggling to keep track of the sets as the match dragged
Dominic Thiem, the Austrian tennis star, found himself in a vastly different scenario four years after his triumphant victory at the US Open in 2020. The once-second-seeded player now ranked at No. 210, faced American Ben Shelton in what would be his final Slam match. An early exit marked the end of an era for
The final chapter of Dominic Thiem’s tennis career came to a close at the US Open with a first-round loss to Ben Shelton. The once-promising star, who claimed his lone Grand Slam title at the same venue in a nearly empty Arthur Ashe Stadium, bid farewell to the sport he had dedicated his life to.
The recent case of Jannik Sinner testing positive for steroids twice in March has sparked controversy in the tennis world. Despite the positive tests, Sinner was not suspended, with the International Tennis Integrity Agency attributing the banned substance to unintentional ingestion during a massage from his physiotherapist. This ruling has raised questions among players about