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Prospects for Men at French Open as Uncertain as the Clay Beneath Their Feet

Prospects for Men at French Open as Uncertain as the Clay Beneath Their Feet

Clay, like grass, is a live surface, so it can take players time to adapt to it. But this season, especially on the men’s side of the game, few players have found their feet or form on clay.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Tennis Infinity / 12 minutes ago

Swiatek Significantly Increases Gap To Sabalenka In Latest WTA Rankings

Iga Swiatek's dominance at the top of the WTA rankings shows no signs of abating after another fabulous fortnight at the Italian Open. Swiatek clinched her third title in Rome by beating Aryna Sabalenka in a second straight final at WTA 1000 level.

Francesca Schiavone News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

'We Should All Take Example From Him': Sinner Role Model To Follow Says Schiavone

Former WTA player Francesca Schiavone is a huge fan of Jannik Sinner's approach to tennis, and she called him an example everybody should follow. Sinner has had an interesting trajectory when it comes to tennis.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / 0 minutes ago

'Nole is going to be at his best,' Rome Masters winner Alexander Zverev bestows faith in Novak Djokovic to come good at 2024 Roland Garros

German tennis ace Alexander Zverev, who recently clinched the title in Rome as he beat Nicolas Jarry in the final, is confident about Novak Djokovic‘s chances at the 2024 Roland Garros despite the Serbian’s struggles in the 2024 season.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

Nadal Believes His Rivalry With Federer 'Raised Bar For Healthy Rivalries' In Sports

One of the most significant rivalries in recent sports history is that between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, and the Spaniard thinks it raised the bar for what a healthy rivalry should look like.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

'I'm Gonna Get You There': Sabalenka Fires Roland Garros Warning To Rival Swiatek

Aryna Sabalenka started her 2024 Italian Open speech by mentioning Iga Swiatek because she forgot about her two weeks ago in Madrid. Swiatek and Sabalenka contested the second final in their last two events, showcasing their dominance.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 2 hours ago

Halep Shares Gratitude For How Tennis Legend Evert Supported Her During Doping Ban Saga

Simona Halep endured a tough time during her doping ban, and one of her biggest supporters was former WTA legend Chris Evert. Evert is a huge admirer of Halep and considers her a friend.

Barbora Krejcikova News / Last Word On Sports / 10 hours ago
WTA Strasbourg Day 2 Predictions Including Barbora Krejcikova vs Liudmila Samsonova

WTA Strasbourg Day 2 Predictions Including Barbora Krejcikova vs Liudmila Samsonova

On the back of two massive events, the WTA 500 in Strasbourg acts as a spacer before jumping right back into the fray of the French Open. Don’t let your

Alexander Zverev News / FirstSportz / 2 hours ago
Watch: An emotional Nicolas Jarry gets overwhelming support from the Italian Open crowd as he loses to Alexander Zverev in the finals

Watch: An emotional Nicolas Jarry gets overwhelming support from the Italian Open crowd as he loses to Alexander Zverev in the finals

Nicolas Jarry put up a valiant effort in the final against Alexander Zverev in Rome today, but it wasn’t meant to be for the Chilean. He had an unbelievable tournament, taking out Stefanos Tsitsipas and Tommy Paul en route to the final.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 52 minutes ago

Zverev Set To Overtake Medvedev For World No. 4 Spot After Rome Win

Alexander Zverev will become a new world no. 4 on Monday, overtaking Daniil Medvedev, thanks to his triumph at the 2024 Italian Open in Rome. The German player hasn't won a big trophy since his return from ankle injury last year, at least not until this week.

Emma Raducanu News / Tennis Infinity / 6 hours ago

Emma Raducanu Explains Her Withdrawal From French Open

Emma Raducanu won't be playing at the 2024 Roland Garros after withdrawing from the qualifying event. The British player wasn't able to improve her ranking as much as she had hoped weeks ago, which meant that she would have to play the qualifiers in Paris.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

Roddick Compares 'Phenomenal' Swiatek To Nadal In Footwork Ability

Iga Swiatek drew glowing praise from former World No. 1 Andy Roddick, who compared her to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal. Swiatek captured her third Italian Open title on Saturday by beating her rival and World No.

Anna Blinkova News / Last Word On Sports / 7 hours ago
WTA Rabat Day 2 Predictions Including Laura Siegemund vs Anna Blinkova

WTA Rabat Day 2 Predictions Including Laura Siegemund vs Anna Blinkova

The WTA Rabat No. 2 seed, Anna Blinkova, might be in trouble on Monday already. In the last match on Centre Court, the Russian will take on veteran Laura Siegemund.

Anhelina Kalinina News / Field Level Media / 8 hours ago
WTA roundup: Anhelina Kalinina scores upset in Strasbourg

WTA roundup: Anhelina Kalinina scores upset in Strasbourg

Anhelina Kalinina of Ukraine upset No. 8 seed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of Russia 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 on the first day of the Internationaux de Strasbourg on Sunday in France.

Dominic Thiem News / FirstSportz / 5 hours ago
'One last dance,' Dominic Thiem set to play the French Open for one final time

'One last dance,' Dominic Thiem set to play the French Open for one final time

Dominic Thiem is set to play the French Open for one last time. A few weeks ago, the 30-year-old officially confirmed his retirement. There were already

Andy Murray News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago
ATP Geneva Day 2 Predictions Including Andy Murray Vs Yannick Hanfmann

ATP Geneva Day 2 Predictions Including Andy Murray Vs Yannick Hanfmann

Six matches are on the slate on Day 2 of the 2024 ATP Geneva Open. Former World No. 1 Andy Murray will mark his return to Tour-level action for the first time since late March.

Emma Raducanu News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago
Emma Raducanu withdraws from French Open qualifiers

Emma Raducanu withdraws from French Open qualifiers

Emma Raducanu withdrew Sunday from qualifiers for the French Open, apparently choosing to focus on preparation for the grass-court season and participation at Wimbledon in her home country.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / 6 minutes ago

'For me, LV missed the target,' Paul McNamee slams recent LV ad starring Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal for not including Novak Djokovic in their narrative of ‘greatness’

Former Australian tennis player Paul McNamee admires Novak Djokovic. He did not like it when Louis Vuitton ignored the World No.1 in their latest ‘Core Values’ advertising campaign, with its ‘These are journeys that turn into legends‘ tagline.

Elina Svitolina News / Last Word On Sports / 23 hours ago
WTA Strasbourg Day 1 Predictions Including Elina Svitolina vs Diane Parry

WTA Strasbourg Day 1 Predictions Including Elina Svitolina vs Diane Parry

The 2024 WTA Internationaux de Strasbourg is the biggest event we’ll have on either tour in the week coming up. Who will enter Roland Garros with a lot of momentum after going deep in this tournament?

Tennis News / Field Level Media / May 18
No. 1 Iga Swiatek beats No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka for third title in Rome

No. 1 Iga Swiatek beats No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka for third title in Rome

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek won her third Internazionali BNL d'Italia in four years on Saturday, defeating No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 6-3 in Rome. It was the eighth win for Swiatek, from Poland, in 11 meetings against her rival from Belarus.

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