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
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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
Veronika Kudermetova, the talented Russian tennis player, achieved a remarkable upset at the Toray Pan Pacific Open by defeating second-seed Jessica Pegula in an impressive display of skill and determination. Kudermetova’s victory not only secured her second career title but also put an end to her streak of four consecutive losses in finals since her
Ons Jabeur, the top-seeded player at the Ningbo Open, once again showcased her talent and dominance on the tennis court. In a spectacular performance, Jabeur claimed her fifth career title by defeating teenager Diana Shnaider with a commanding 6-2, 6-1 victory. Jabeur, who has reached the finals of three Grand Slam tournaments, delivered her best
In a surprising turn of events, the eighth-seeded Veronika Kudermetova managed to upset the top-seeded Iga Swiatek in a thrilling match at the Toray Pan Pacific Open. This victory marked Kudermetova’s first career win over Swiatek, having previously lost in all five of their encounters. Kudermetova showcased her determination and belief in herself to secure
In a thrilling match at the China Open, Alex de Minaur showcased his resilience and talent by coming back from a break down in the deciding set to defeat three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray. The 12th-ranked Australian displayed incredible determination as he fought against the odds to secure a 6-3, 5-7, 7-6 (6) victory
World number one tennis player, Novak Djokovic, showcased his versatility on Wednesday as he swapped his tennis racket for a set of golf clubs. Djokovic participated in the All Star Match, a precursor to the 44th Ryder Cup, alongside stars from various sports. This unforgettable experience allowed Djokovic to team up with world number one
Leander Paes, a renowned Indian tennis player, has made history as the first Asian man to be nominated for the International Tennis Hall of Fame in the player category. With an impressive record of 18 Grand Slam titles in men’s doubles or mixed doubles, Paes has left an indelible mark on the sport. The announcement
In a triumphant moment, Team World made history by successfully defending their Laver Cup title for the very first time. The final match featured Americans Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe squaring off against Hubert Hurkacz and Andrey Rublev, ultimately winning with a score of 7-6 (7), 7-6 (7). This victory propelled Team World to the
The Laver Cup, a highly anticipated annual tennis competition, kicked off with Team World taking an early lead against Team Europe. The American duo of Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe played a crucial role in securing victories for their team. Team Europe, led by Bjorn Borg, faced an uphill battle as Team World dominated the
In a thrilling final at the Guangzhou Open, 22-year-old Wang Xiyu made history by claiming her first WTA Tour title. With an impressive display of power and skill, she defeated her opponent, Magda Linette, with a commanding 6-0, 6-2 victory. This triumph marks the fourth time that a Chinese player has been crowned champion in