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May 20th, 2024

Zverev Claims Second Rome Masters Title, Tops Jarry

Alexander Zverev wins his biggest title in two years.

Posted by Staff @ 12:41 am in Rome | 6 Comments »

May 18th, 2024

Swiatek Too Good For Sabalenka, Wins Third Rome Masters Title

For the third time Iga Swiatek will take a Rome title into the French Open.

Posted by Staff @ 11:26 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Swiatek Too Good For Sabalenka, Wins Third Rome Masters Title

May 18th, 2024

WTA Rome Masters Final: Iga Swiatek vs Aryna Sabalenka

Who’ll win the second meeting in as many weeks between Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka?

Posted by Staff @ 9:58 am in Rome | Comments Off on WTA Rome Masters Final: Iga Swiatek vs Aryna Sabalenka

May 17th, 2024

Big Men Zverev, Jarry Win 3-Setters To Reach Rome Masters Final

It will be tallest final in Rome history Sunday.

Posted by Staff @ 11:04 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Big Men Zverev, Jarry Win 3-Setters To Reach Rome Masters Final

May 16th, 2024

Tsitsipas Tstunned By Jarry, Paul Rallies Past Hurkacz In Rome Masters QFs; Zverev Title Favorite

It’s semifinal Friday at the Rome Masters where someone makes their first final at this level.

Posted by Staff @ 10:27 pm in Rome | 1 Comment »

May 16th, 2024

Swiatek Beats Gauff, Sabalenka Stops Collins, Rivalry Resumes In Rome Masters Final

The top two will meet again for a Masters title.

Posted by Staff @ 10:06 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Swiatek Beats Gauff, Sabalenka Stops Collins, Rivalry Resumes In Rome Masters Final

May 15th, 2024

Zverev, Tabilo Roll Into Rome Masters SFs; Tsitsipas, Paul Thurs Favorites?

Former champion Alexander Zverev looks tough to beat in Rome.

Posted by Staff @ 7:21 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Zverev, Tabilo Roll Into Rome Masters SFs; Tsitsipas, Paul Thurs Favorites?

May 15th, 2024

Sabalenka, Collins Advance To Rome Masters SF Showdown; Swiatek v Gauff

Iga Swiatek leads a very strong semifinal line-up at the Rome Masters.

Posted by Staff @ 7:07 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Sabalenka, Collins Advance To Rome Masters SF Showdown; Swiatek v Gauff

May 14th, 2024

Medvedev Upset By Paul At Rome Masters; Fritz Tops Dimitrov, Faces Zverev In Wed. QF

Alexander Zverev is the lone former champion left in Rome.

Posted by Staff @ 7:11 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Medvedev Upset By Paul At Rome Masters; Fritz Tops Dimitrov, Faces Zverev In Wed. QF

May 14th, 2024

Swiatek Cruises Past Keys, Will Get Gauff In Rome Masters SF; Sabalenka, Collins v Azarenka QF

Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff will meet again.

Posted by Staff @ 6:55 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Swiatek Cruises Past Keys, Will Get Gauff In Rome Masters SF; Sabalenka, Collins v Azarenka QF

May 13th, 2024

Medvedev Advances Past Medjedovic At Rome Masters, Rublev Out; Fritz v Dimitrov

All remaining men are in action Tuesday at the Rome Masters.

Posted by Staff @ 9:40 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Medvedev Advances Past Medjedovic At Rome Masters, Rublev Out; Fritz v Dimitrov

May 13th, 2024

Sabalenka Survives 3 MPs, Gauff Wins In 3 At Rome Masters; Swiatek v Keys QF

Just eight women remain in Rome.

Posted by Staff @ 9:28 pm in Rome | Comments Off on Sabalenka Survives 3 MPs, Gauff Wins In 3 At Rome Masters; Swiatek v Keys QF

May 12th, 2024

Unbalanced, Uncoordinated Novak Djokovic Falls To Tabilo In Rome Shocked, Will Seek Medical Answers

Just 48 hours after getting hit on the head by a water bottle, Novak Djokovic suffered one of his worst career losses.

Posted by Staff @ 10:57 am in Rome | 1 Comment »

May 11th, 2024

Helmet-Wearing Novak Djokovic Came Prepared Today At The Rome Masters

Will Novak Djokovic wear a helmet during his match Sunday?

Posted by Staff @ 12:10 pm in Rome | 3 Comments »

May 11th, 2024

Rafael Nadal: I Don’t Know If I Will Play The French Open, If I Do I Will Fight And Try My Best

Rafael Nadal is still undecided of playing the French Open.

Posted by Staff @ 11:36 am in Rome | 2 Comments »