American tennis player Ben Shelton showed resilience and determination as he fought his way to victory against Marcos Giron in a thrilling match at the Japan Open. Despite losing the first set, Shelton remained focused and managed to turn the tides in his favor, winning the match with a score of 6-7 (2), 7-6 (5),
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In an exciting match at the Japan Open, Ben Shelton secured his spot in the semifinals by defeating his American compatriot Tommy Paul. This victory marks Shelton’s second consecutive win against Paul, following his breakthrough performance in reaching the US Open semifinals last month. The 21-year-old showed remarkable mental toughness and skill, overcoming a challenging
Former Grand Slam winner Boris Becker is making his return to coaching after his release from a British prison last year. This marks his first coaching role since his imprisonment, and he will be working with the talented Danish player Holger Rune. Becker expressed his pride in being asked to coach Rune, stating that they
In a surprising twist to her already illustrious career, Serena Williams has announced a two-book deal with the Random House Publishing Group. The first book, an “intimate” memoir, promises to delve into the many facets of her life, from her upbringing and early tennis training showcased in the film “King Richard” to her extraordinary career
In an unexpected turn of events, Jordan Thompson delivered a stunning upset by defeating ninth-ranked Alexander Zverev in the opening round of the Japan Open. This victory marks Thompson’s second win over a top-10 opponent this season, following his triumph over seventh-ranked Stefanos Tsitsipas in March. With a display of exceptional skill and determination, the
In a dramatic final at the Shanghai Masters, Hubert Hurkacz emerged as the champion by saving a match point and defeating Andrey Rublev in a three-set thriller. This victory marks Hurkacz’s second Masters title and solidifies his prowess on the professional tennis circuit. With both players showcasing their exceptional skills and determination, the match unfolded
Seventh-ranked Andrey Rublev had a whirlwind of emotions as he secured a spot in the final of the Shanghai Masters, defeating Grigor Dimitrov in a hard-fought match. Rublev admitted, “It’s not easy when you win matches against friends because you feel both sides. You feel sad, but at the same time, you want to win.”
In a thrilling showdown at the Korea Open, Jessica Pegula showcased her exceptional skills by defeating fellow American Claire Liu in a three-set battle. Pegula, who currently holds the fourth position, is determined to add another title to her collection, as she aims to secure her fourth championship win of the season. Riding on her
In an exciting display of skill and determination, Sebastian Korda made history by reaching the semifinals at the Shanghai Masters for the first time. The quarterfinal match against fellow American Ben Shelton was a thrilling battle that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end. It marked the first all-American Masters
In a stunning turn of events, Grigor Dimitrov defeated the second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling match at the Shanghai Masters. After three previous unsuccessful attempts, Dimitrov finally managed to outplay the former world No. 1, winning the match 5-7, 6-2, 6-4. The Bulgarian showcased his exceptional skills, displaying precision from both wings and utilizing
In a shocking upset, second-seeded Jelena Ostapenko was eliminated from the Korea Open by wild card Dayeon Back. This marked Back’s first-ever victory in a tour-level tournament, making her achievement even more remarkable. Despite being down 5-2 in the third set and facing a match point, Back stormed back to win in a thrilling tiebreaker.
Iga Swiatek, the second-ranked tennis player, showcased her incredible skill and dominance in the China Open final, securing a remarkable 6-2, 6-2 victory over Liudmila Samsonova. This triumph marked Swiatek’s fifth title of the season, further solidifying her place as one of the most formidable players on the tour. Despite it being her first visit
In a stunning turn of events, Iga Swiatek, the second-ranked player, managed to halt Coco Gauff’s impressive 16-match winning streak at the China Open. Gauff, the US Open champion, had been on a remarkable run of success, claiming titles in Cincinnati and Flushing Meadows. However, her victorious streak came to an abrupt end as Swiatek
In a thrilling quarterfinal match at the China Open, second-seeded Iga Swiatek showcased her resilience and skill as she battled against No.9 Caroline Garcia. The match was filled with tension and high stakes, with both players fighting for a spot in the semifinals. Caroline Garcia started strong by taking the first set, putting the pressure
Coco Gauff achieved another remarkable victory at the China Open, extending her winning streak to 15 matches. The third-ranked American has been on an incredible run this season, which includes capturing the Cincinnati title and winning the US Open last month. Gauff’s ability to consistently perform at such a high level is a testament to
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Jannik Sinner emerged victorious at the China Open, claiming his third title of the year and ninth overall. The Italian prodigy defeated the second-seeded Daniil Medvedev with a resounding 7-6 (2), 7-6 (2) victory in the final. This historic win marks a turning point in Sinner’s career
The reintroduction of performance byes during the WTA’s Asian swing of events has recently sparked both support and criticism within the tennis community. While Iga Swiatek has given her backing to the rule, stating that it allows players who reach the semifinals of a tournament to rest and prepare for the next one, other players
Daniil Medvedev, currently ranked third in the world, showcased his resilience and determination as he battled against Frenchman Ugo Humbert in the quarterfinals of the China Open. Although he stumbled in the second set, Medvedev bounced back to secure a 6-4, 3-6, 6-1 victory, booking his place in the semifinals. In an interview after the