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April 14th, 2024

Rafael Nadal Back On Clay For First Time Since 2022 French Open Title

Rafael Nadal is set to play his first clay event in nearly two years!

Posted by Staff @ 6:27 pm in Tennis | 2 Comments »

April 7th, 2024

Shelton Eases Past Tiafoe For Houston Title, First On Clay

Ben Shelton wins his second title in the last six months. He’s just getting warmed up.

Posted by Staff @ 11:55 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Shelton Eases Past Tiafoe For Houston Title, First On Clay

June 14th, 2023

Sinner Solid In Grass Opener; Medvedev, Raonic Thu. In Den Bosch

After a disappointing French Open, Jannik Sinner got off to a good start on the Grass in Den Bosch thumping the dangerous Alexander Bublik 6-4, 6-2. Sinner hit eight aces, dropped just five points on first serve and never was broken. “Against him it is never easy to play,” Sinner said to the ATP. “He […]

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April 1st, 2023

Kvitova Claims Miami Masters Title Over Rybakina

A 10-year age difference was no obstacle for Petra Kvitova.

Posted by Staff @ 9:26 pm in Miami, Tennis | Comments Off on Kvitova Claims Miami Masters Title Over Rybakina

September 25th, 2022

Sonego Soars Past Bublik For Metz Title

Lorenzo Sonego wins his first title on hard courts.

Posted by Staff @ 9:16 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Sonego Soars Past Bublik For Metz Title

June 12th, 2022

Gauff, Jabeur On SF Collision Course In Berlin; Swiatek Pulls Out

The second edition of the Berlin Open takes place this week.

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May 24th, 2022

Halep, Sabalenka, Badosa Winners At French Open; Bencic v Andreescu

A pair of former champions advanced Tuesday at the French Open.

Posted by Staff @ 10:05 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Halep, Sabalenka, Badosa Winners At French Open; Bencic v Andreescu

November 15th, 2021

Muguruza Stops Kontaveit, Makes Last 4 At WTA Finals; Sakkari v Sabalenka For Last Spot

One semifinal spot remains at the WTA Finals.

Posted by Staff @ 11:23 am in Tennis | Comments Off on Muguruza Stops Kontaveit, Makes Last 4 At WTA Finals; Sakkari v Sabalenka For Last Spot

October 24th, 2021

Karatsev Collects Moscow Title Topping Cilic

For unknown to having a chance at the ATP Finals, that’s Aslan Karatsev.

Posted by Staff @ 11:18 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Karatsev Collects Moscow Title Topping Cilic

May 11th, 2021

Former French Champs Muguruza, Ostapenko Roll In Rome; Serena, Osaka On Court Tomorrow

Serena Williams makes her 2021 clay debut Wednesday in Rome.

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March 4th, 2021

Muguruza Outlasts Sabalenka In Doha; Azarenka v Svitolina Thurs.

Aryna Sabalenka suffered her first loss in Doha on Wednesday.

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December 16th, 2020

2021 ATP Men’s Tennis Schedule

The 2021 ATP men’s calendar.

Posted by Staff @ 9:50 pm in Tennis | 2 Comments »

November 1st, 2020

Millman Wins First Career ATP Title, Beats Mannarino In Nur-Sultan

John Millman became the fifth player to win an ATP title this year after saving match points.

Posted by Staff @ 2:52 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Millman Wins First Career ATP Title, Beats Mannarino In Nur-Sultan

August 4th, 2019

Thiem Takes Final Clay Title Of 2019 In Kitzbuhel

Dominic Thiem is the last player to win a clay title in 2019.

Posted by Staff @ 9:02 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Thiem Takes Final Clay Title Of 2019 In Kitzbuhel

June 16th, 2019

Sharapova Set For Return In Mallorca, Could Meet Kerber In 2nd RD

Maria Sharapova hasn’t played since January.

Posted by Staff @ 12:04 pm in Tennis | Comments Off on Sharapova Set For Return In Mallorca, Could Meet Kerber In 2nd RD