Sinner ends Djokovic’s Australian Open dominance to reach final
Alcaraz’s victory puts him on track for a repeat quarter-final against Italy’s Jannik Sinner, a year after the two men staged an epic duel in a five-hour five-setter that ended at 2.50am, the final of the US Open. was the latest finish in history. Sixth-seeded Sinner played his part in securing the rematch with an […]
But the injury changed the course of the match, even though an ill Bouzkova resulted in a tie-break in the second set. Jabeur broke early in the final set and then served for the match in the ninth game. Another turning point came when Bouzkova saved two match points after trailing 15–40, but Jabeur eventually […]
On Thursday, Britain’s 2012 US Open champion Andy Murray lost to 19th seed Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria 6-3, 6-4, 6-1. Former world number three Dimitrov, who saved three match points in the opening round, meets 2020 runner-up Zverev in the last 32. While Murray crashed out, fellow Briton Jack Draper reached the third round, beating […]
Djokovic, who opens his campaign on Monday against France’s Alexander Muller on the Arthur Ashe Main, says he is enjoying his return to what has been described as the most “electric” atmosphere in tennis. “The first feeling I have is excitement to be back because this is the biggest ground in our sport, the biggest […]
ITIA said it was holding an independent tribunal and discussions were continuing with Halep’s representatives. Nicole Sapstead, ITIA’s Senior Director for Anti-Doping, said, “We understand that today’s announcement adds complexity to an already high-profile situation. “From the outset of this process – and indeed anyone at ITIA – we are committed to engaging with Ms. […]
‘These night sessions are getting funnier,’ said the fifth seed. “It’s clay and things can escalate very quickly,” he said of his stammer at the end. “I managed to fine tune my shotmaking in crucial moments and finally found my rhythm. “I felt the energy point by point.” Tsitsipas and Medvedev have played 12 times […]
Rublev, seeded six, lost 7–6 (7/5), 4–6, 6–3 to German qualifier Yannick Hanfmann, ranked 101st in the world. Eighth seed Italy’s Sinner was defeated by Argentina’s Francisco Cerandolo 6-7 (3/7), 6-2, 6-2. In the women’s draw, Inga Swiatek extended her winning streak to 14 matches with a 6-3, 6-4 success over Donna Vekic. World number […]
In January, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Under-14 Development Championships took place in Dhaka. Masfia acted as assistant referee in that contest. This time he was given the responsibility of referee, for which he is very happy. Masfia is working side-by-side with tournament director Thomas Schultz of Germany and fulfilling his responsibilities as referee. Prior […]
Djokovic only seems to be getting better with age and the “next gen” of young talent still can’t even come close to him in five sets. Her coach, Goran Ivanisevic, believes there are a few more years at the top – and more Slams – to come. “Definitely two, three more years,” Ivanisevic told reporters […]
“I think in the end it’s just having the confidence to carry on, keep working. I have more confidence now, even after this final. I just need to work harder, like That I did during pre-season and really throughout the years.” Stay healthy and surely the results will come.” Kazakhstan Tennis Federation president Bulat Utemuratov […]