Andy Murray showcased his skills and determination at the DC Open as he triumphed over Brandon Nakashima in straight sets. The three-time Grand Slam champion and former top-ranked player in men’s tennis rallied after a tightly contested first-set tiebreak, ultimately securing a 7-6(5), 6-4 victory. The roaring crowd at the stadium court provided unwavering support,
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Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina faced off against Belarus’ Victoria Azarenka in a highly anticipated match at the DC Open. However, before the game even began, spectators were informed that there would be no handshake between the players at the end of the match. This unusual arrangement stemmed from the ongoing conflict between Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine.
Venus Williams, the seven-time major champion and former world No. 1, has been granted a wild card entry to participate in the upcoming Western & Southern Open. This announcement comes after Williams made her comeback last month following a lengthy hiatus due to a hamstring injury sustained in Auckland. The tournament organizers revealed on Monday
In a surprising turn of events, Czech police have prevented a Russian tennis player from participating in the upcoming WTA Prague Open tournament. This action comes as a result of a new government resolution that bans athletes from Russia or Belarus from competing on Czech territory. This resolution has caused other Russian and Belarusian players,