• Hamad Medjedovic addresses following in mentor Novak Djokovic's 'footsteps'

    Hamad Medjedovic addresses following in mentor Novak Djokovic's 'footsteps'
    Rising Serbian star Hamad Medjedovic admits winning the Next Gen ATP Finals is a huge thing for him as he is happy to kind of "follow in the footsteps" of Novak Djokovic. Medjedovic, 20, has been training at Novak Djokovic's academy for years. After winning one Challenger title last year and adding three more Challenger titles this year, world No 113 Medjedovic earned the biggest win of his career in Jeddah last week at the Next Gen ATP Finals. After Djokovic won the ATP Finals in Turin, Medjedo
  • Alexandr Dolgopolov gets honest about life on front line, witnessing people dying

    Alexandr Dolgopolov gets honest about life on front line, witnessing people dying
    Former Ukrainian tennis star Alexandr Dolgopolov admits "interesting thoughts" cross his mind when he is sitting in a trench while the 120 millimeters shells are being fired their way. Dolgopolov, who turned 35 in November, officially retired from pro tennis in 2021. When the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, former world No 42 Dolgopolov joined the front line to defend his country. By now, Dolgopolov - who is serving as a drone operator - has gotten accustomed to pretty much anything. In an
  • Brandel Chamblee on rollback ideas: Appreciate the athleticism of the best

    Brandel Chamblee on rollback ideas: Appreciate the athleticism of the best
    The USGA and R&A are expected to announce changes to how far the golf ball can travel. These changes have already sparked reactions from golf fans and professional golfers. Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee is one of those who reacted to these changes via social media. Chamblee respects the governing bodies; however, he doesn't understand why they decided to make these changes. "I appreciate the governing bodies and what they mean to the game, but on the roll back issue they are not
  • Andrey Rublev confesses why he hit his knee with racket six times at ATP Finals

    Andrey Rublev confesses why he hit his knee with racket six times at ATP Finals
    World No 5 Andrey Rublev revealed he decided to smash his racket into his knee six times out of resentment and because he wanted to wake himself up while down to Carlos Alcaraz at the ATP Finals. On November 15th, Rublev took on Alcaraz in his second group-stage match at the ATP Finals. After losing a very tight first set, Rublev also lost his serve in the first game of the second set. At that point, Rublev got extremely frustrated and annoyed as he bloodied himself after delivering six racket h
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  • Matt Fitzpatrick on the reasons why he reported Morikawa and his caddy

    Matt Fitzpatrick on the reasons why he reported Morikawa and his caddy
    Collin Morikawa received a two-shot penalty at the Hero World Challenge. Morikawa's caddy, Jonathan Jakovac, made a big mistake and used the device on the practice green to calculate slope and then added that information to his handwritten notes. Such things are against the rules. Matt Fitzpatrick noticed this and decided to report them. Fitzpatrick later explained in a media interview how it all looked. He knew that what Collin and Jakovac were doing was not according to the rules. Matt wanted
  • Flavia Pennetta shares the dream her husband Fabio Fognini

    Flavia Pennetta shares the dream her husband Fabio Fognini
    Wife and husband in tennis, she is an intimate and mutual support. As Flavia Pennetta and Fabio Fognini have recently demonstrated. Flavia was the protagonist at the Aspria Charity Open charity tournament in Milan. During the event, the former US Open champion talked about her husband's current condition, fresh from a good season finale between the ATP and Challenger circuits. In an interview with LaPresse, the 41-year-old Italian talked about her husband's recent withdrawal from the Maia Open:
  • Vagnozzi reveals what's one of Jannik Sinner's favorite foods!

    Vagnozzi reveals what's one of Jannik Sinner's favorite foods!
    Simone Vagnozzi, coach - together with Darren Cahill - of the young star Jannik Sinner, revealed the 22-year-old athlete's relationship with the coach's country of origin. Vagnozzi also revealed some background information regarding the young Italian tennis player, among wich one of his favourite food. "It happened that Jannik came to my region several times at various times. Last year Sinner also spent two days in San Benedetto del Tronto (city of Italian region Marche - ed.), in May. He was lu
  • Belinda Bencic faces pregnancy obstacle: "Not as easy to take vacation pics"

    Belinda Bencic faces pregnancy obstacle: "Not as easy to take vacation pics"
    Belinda Bencic confessed on social media that it's harder to take beachwear pictures now that she is pregnant."Not as easy to take vacation pics nowadays," Bencic captioned a photo showing her in an exotic location and wearing light pants.Not as easy to take vacation pics nowadays 🙊🥭 pic.twitter.com/olL3Rs6eDt— Belinda Bencic (@BelindaBencic) November 28, 2023Despite her shyness, some of her followers praised her looks in the shot. "This one turned out very nicely
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  • 2023 In Review: Novak Djokovis matches Rafael Nadal

    2023 In Review: Novak Djokovis matches Rafael Nadal
    Novak Djokovic made a winning start to the season, winning the title in Adelaide. Novak celebrated in this city 16 years after earning his third ATP title there. Also, he matched Rafael Nadal's 92 ATP titles, looking good to pass the Spaniard in the rest of the year. Djokovic faced the young American Sebastian Korda in the title clash and prevailed 6-7, 7-6, 6-4 in three hours and nine minutes. The Serb saved a match point in the second set's closing stages and delivered a late break in the deci
  • Martina Navratilova crushes Donald Trump: "He's brain is gone"

    Martina Navratilova crushes Donald Trump: "He's brain is gone"
    Donald Trump's race towards the US presidential elections has just begun, but there are already many controversies that have emerged from his candidacy as leader of the primaries of the Republican Party. Trump recently tried to downplay the results of the 2020 election at the Save America rally. In his speech at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Saturday, December 2, Trump attacked the Democratic Party for refusing to reject the January 6, 2021 electoral votes, the day a crowd
  • Taylor Fritz identifies 'pretty crazy' thing in Rafael Nadal's comeback

    World No 10 Taylor Fritz says it is "pretty crazy" knowing that Rafael Nadal is about to be unseeded in tournaments and that he could be anybody's first-round opponent. Nadal, who has been ranked at No 1 in the world numerous times, has plummeted to No 663 in the world. On Friday, Nadal announced that he will be coming back to pro tennis at the Brisbane International in the first week of the 2024 season. Nadal hasn't played since this year's Australian Open and Fritz expects the Spaniard to be a
  • Racket used by Novak Djokovic in Serb's first French Open win sells for record price

    Racket used by Novak Djokovic in Serb's first French Open win sells for record price
    A racket used by Novak Djokovic during the 2016 French Open final has been sold for just over $107k. Last week, it was reported that a lucky fan who caught Djokovic's racket moments after the Serb's first French Open decided to sell the racket. Initially, it was reported that the highest bid was $20k. However, experts predicted that the racket could be sold for over $100k. Reportedly, the racket was sold on Sunday. Not only that the racket was sold, but it went for a historic price of $107k.On J
  • Serena Williams' catsuit receives great honor in France

    Serena Williams' catsuit receives great honor in France
    Serena Williams will receive a new honor. The black catsuit she wore at the 2018 edition of the French Open will be exhibited at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, and will be one of the highlights of the Mode et Sport exhibition, which traces the history of sport and fashion since the dawn of the game. Mode et Sport began on September 20, 2023 and will be available to crowds until April 7, 2024, as a promotional event ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.At a sports fas
  • Nadal lowering expectations for return to tour

    Nadal lowering expectations for return to tour
    Rafael Nadal has lower expectations for when he returns to the tour in January after a year out.
  • South African Open Championship, big duel

    South African Open Championship, big duel
    At the end of the Investec South African Open Championship 2023, the fight for the final victory at the 18 holes becomes increasingly exciting. No participant seems to be able to take off and at the moment the podium is firmly in the hands of the South Africans, with the Ryan van Velzen-Jayden Schaper duo leading at -9 (-2 for the first and -5 for the second). Chasing them, with just two shots behind and a score of -2 for today, is Louis de Jager.South African Open Championship 2023, resultsAmon
  • Tiger Woods' interesting reaction to Golf-Ball-Rollback plans

    Tiger Woods' interesting reaction to Golf-Ball-Rollback plans
    Golf-Ball-Rollback Plans are still a hot topic on the golf scene. Namely, the governing bodies are ready to present their ideas in the next few days. This did not cause very positive reactions from fans and golfers. The legend of golf, Tiger Woods, commented on these changes upon his return to the golf course. Woods had an interesting response to the changes happening on the golf scene;"This has been, I guess, the talk ever since I've been out on Tour. And then to finally see it come to this poi
  • Nick Kyrgios gets brutally honest on regrets he has

    Nick Kyrgios gets brutally honest on regrets he has
    Nick Kyrgios, 28, admits he regrets some of his actions from early in his career as the Australian tennis star confesses in certain situations he should have acted and reacted better. From the moment Kyrgios introduced himself to the tennis world with his 2014 Wimbledon quarterfinal run, he started drawing positive and negative attention to himself. On the court, Kyrgios was able to beat Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the start of his career. But also, Kyrgios was causing controversy and dram
  • Rory McIlroy reacts to Golf Ball Rollback plans: Yet again in this game, money talks

    Rory McIlroy reacts to Golf Ball Rollback plans: Yet again in this game, money talks
    Golf Rollback Plans and their potential implementation next week are already causing a large number of reactions. The majority of golfers are against such changes, and believe that such changes are not necessary at the moment. Although Rory McIlroy was expected to have the same reaction, the Northern Irishman surprised everyone. Rory is a person who encourages such decisions and believes that they will not have a huge impact, especially on average golfers. In addition, McIlroy believes Golf Roll
  • Djokovic aims to destroy a Nadal's massive record!

    Djokovic aims to destroy a Nadal's massive record!
    Novak Djokovic will look to follow up his exceptional season in 2024, a year in which he will also try to win the gold medal at the Paris Olympics. And, still looking at the numbers and statistics regarding the upcoming tennis season, Djokovic could deprive Rafael Nadal of an important record. The Spanish tennis player holds the record for weeks spent in the Top 2 of the ATP ranking. A record superior to that of Nole himself and Roger Federer. Yet it is true that Djokovic will be able to achieve
  • Djokovic finishes atop ATP rankings for 8th time

    Djokovic finishes atop ATP rankings for 8th time
    Novak Djokovic earned the year-end No. 1 spot in the ATP rankings for the eighth time Monday, adding to a record he already held.
  • Watch: Rafael Nadal trains with 17-year-old

    Watch: Rafael Nadal trains with 17-year-old
    Rafael Nadal is working hard on his comeback, training at home in Mallorca before heading to Kuwait. Rafa invited the 17-year-old Frenchman Gabriel Debru to train with him, continuing his preparations for the first event of the 2024 season in Brisbane. Debru gained over 300 positions on the ATP ranking list in 2023, hoping for more in 2024 and learning a lot from a 22-time Major champion. After not playing since January, Nadal will return to action in a couple of weeks, entering the ATP 250 even
  • Nick Kyrgios shuts down any rumors of him possibly retiring

    Nick Kyrgios shuts down any rumors of him possibly retiring
    Nick Kyrgios has made it perfectly clear that he has no intention of retiring in the near future as the Australian tennis star believes he could have at least one or two more "really good years." Kyrgios, who will be turning 29 in April, had a career-best season in 2022 before a nightmare 2023 in terms of injuries. After undergoing knee surgery in January, Kyrgios started his 2023 season in Stuttgart in June - where he picked up a wrist injury. Due to knee and wrist injuries, Kyrgios ended up pl
  • Tiger Woods reacts to his performance at the Hero World Challenge

    Tiger Woods reacts to his performance at the Hero World Challenge
    Tiger Woods didn't know what to expect at the Hero World Challenge, given that it's been a long time since we last saw him. Still, the great Woods was back and looked great. The most important thing is that he had no pain. Woods also emphasized that he did not know what he could expect from himself."I mean, just like I said to you guys on Tuesday, I'm curious just like you guys what this is going to look like. I haven't done it in a while, I haven't done it with my ankle the way it is now and I
  • Rafael Nadal will enter the Australian Open 2024 main draw

    Rafael Nadal will enter the Australian Open 2024 main draw
    Rafael Nadal will finally return to the court at the ATP 250 in Brisbane, after almost a year's absence from the ATP Tour due to the serious injury suffered at the Australian Open 2023. However, due to the long absence, the Spanish champion currently occupies the 664th position in the ATP ranking, with only 45 points. So how will he be able to take part in major tournaments with such a low placing? Nadal will start practically from scratch in this new year, arriving at the 2024 edition of t
  • Novak Djokovic praises his protege

    Novak Djokovic praises his protege
    Serbia dominated the season's closing events! Novak Djokovic conquered the ATP Finals crown, and his protege Hamad Medjedovic went all the way at the Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah. The young Serb has been working under Djokovic's guidance since 2021, with a 24-Major winner offering financial and every other support to the upcoming star. Novak praised Hamad following his crown in Jeddah, with more to come in 2024. Medjedovic claimed almost 150 positions on the ATP ranking list in 2023, reaching t
  • Legends Tour, fourth title for Adilson Da Silva

    Legends Tour, fourth title for Adilson Da Silva
    Adilson Da Silva, a 51-year-old Brazilian golfer from Santa Cruz, won the Vinpearl DIC Legends Vietnam, the penultimate tournament of the Legends Tour played on the Vinpearl Resort Nha Trang course (par 71) on the coast of southern Vietnam. The golfer achieved his fourth success of the season, with 203 overall shots (66 69 68, -10), three shots ahead of the Australian Scott Hend, who ranked second with 206 (-7). In third place were the Argentine Ricardo Gonzalez and the other Australian Michael
  • Toni Nadal issues his prediction for Rafael Nadal's 'hardest comeback yet'

    Toni Nadal issues his prediction for Rafael Nadal's 'hardest comeback yet'
    Toni Nadal says he has "great faith" in Rafael Nadal rising to the occasion and doing well in what will be "the hardest comeback" of the Spaniard's career. Throughout his career, 37-year-old Nadal has made successful post-injury comebacks numerous times. But this time, it has been a year since Nadal last played and in early June he will be turning 38. Nadal, who surgically addressed his psoas muscle injury in June, announced on Friday that his 2024 comeback will start at the Brisbane Internation
  • 2023 In Review: Rafael Nadal scores his only win of the season

    2023 In Review: Rafael Nadal scores his only win of the season
    Rafael Nadal entered the season behind us as world no. 2, claiming two Major titles in 2022. No one could have thought that Nadal's only ATP win of the season would come in the Australian Open first round. Rafa kicked off the title defense with a 7-5, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 triumph over the young Briton Jack Draper in three hours and 41 minutes. The veteran dug deep in the opening three sets, forging the advantage and breaking the rival's resistance in the fourth set, securing at least one ATP victory in
  • A former US legend crowns Djokovic: "No one will ever reach his numbers"

    A former US legend crowns Djokovic: "No one will ever reach his numbers"
    The former tennis champion Tracy Austin talked about Novak Djokovic, during an interview with Tennis.com. The former American legend underlined how no tennis player will ever be able to match what Nole did in his amazing career. Tracy also considered what Nole has done this season was remarkable. "Djokovic always tries to make improvements of even 1% in his game: he looks at everything, his diet, his physical movements and improvements in his serve or volley game. This is how he made history by
  • Nick Kyrgios identifies what makes Novak Djokovic 'one of greatest athletes'

    Nick Kyrgios identifies what makes Novak Djokovic 'one of greatest athletes'
    Nick Kyrgios thinks Novak Djokovic's ability to adapt well to pretty much any situation or condition on the court is a major reason why the Serb is "one of the greatest athletes." Djokovic, a record 24-time Grand Slam champion, is widely considered one of the mentally toughest players, with many believing the Serb's mental game is the strongest on the Tour. Throughout his career, 36-year-old Djokovic has played lots of tight semifinals and finals on the biggest stage - in most cases, he was able
  • "If you want it, everything is possible," Caroline Wozniack's lesson to young players

    "If you want it, everything is possible," Caroline Wozniack's lesson to young players
    Caroline Wozniack participated with Maria Sakkari, Carlos Alcaraz and Tommy Paul in an exhibition in Mexico City, an event that concluded the 2023 tennis season. The very strong Danish tennis player, who returned to the WTA Tour in 2023, spoke to the Mexican TV Azteca Deportes and she recounted her feelings regarding this particular moment in her life. "I don't believe in particular sacrifices, to be honest. I believe that we all make choices and that the decisions we then make will put us in th
  • Holger Rune tells what must be done to make Novak Djokovic consider retirement

    Holger Rune tells what must be done to make Novak Djokovic consider retirement
    Holger Rune suggests he is aware that Novak Djokovic won't be stopping until he and other young guys figure out a way to dethrone the Serb and make him seriously think about retirement. This season, 36-year-old Djokovic was a finalist in all four Grand Slam finals - won three Slams - captured titles in seven out of 12 tournaments he participated in - and he also finished the year as the world No 1. Over the last couple of months, Djokovic very openly said that there is no reason for him to think
  • Australian Open, Joaquin Niemann triumphs

    Australian Open, Joaquin Niemann triumphs
    Joaquin Niemann (66 69 70 66) triumphed at the Australian Open golf in Sydney. With an eagle on the second play-off hole, the Chilean golfer beat Japanese Rikuya Hoshino (68 68 65 70) and clinched his first career title on the DP World Tour. After securing a position in the Arab Super League in 2022, the twenty-five year old from Santiago de Chile overtook the Japanese at the end of the 72 regulation holes of the tournament, both with a score of 271 (-14) strokes, overtaking the Australian Min W
  • Drama in Adelaide: a ball girls faints on court, the tournament CEO saves her

    Drama in Adelaide: a ball girls faints on court, the tournament CEO saves her
    The end of the season and the presentation of the next begins with a dramatic moment. The presentation of the new Adelaide WTA 500 director Alicia Molik has gone from celebration to nightmare. While the tournament's new CEO was answering reporters' questions on center court, a ball girl fainted and fell to the ground unconscious. The winner of 2 Slam doubles titles, who also obtained a bronze medal at the Olympic Games, helped the girl with first aid maneuvers. The very young girl regained consc
  • Iga Swiatek, other star names sign up to represent new WTL team in December

    Iga Swiatek, other star names sign up to represent new WTL team in December
    World No 1 Iga Swiatek is set to play again at the World Tennis League as the Pole has signed up to compete for the Toyam Sports Limited (TSL) Hawks. The TSL Hawks will be a new team at the World Tennis League and they will be represented by some of the biggest stars in today's tennis. At the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, Swiatek, Caroline Garcia, Casper Ruud and Hubert Hurkacz will attempt to lead the TSL Hawks to the title. The TSL Hawks are owned by Pacific Star Sports, a United Arab Emirates co
  • US ATP star tells how Coco Gauff has been treating others since US Open win

    Christopher Eubanks says Coco Gauff's US Open win hasn't changed anything in the way the 19-year-old treats others as she "remains a great person to be around." Eubanks, who made the Wimbledon quarterfinal this year, is good friends with Gauff and they sometimes practice together. Gauff, who will be turning 20 in March, made her big Grand Slam breakthrough in front of her home fans in September after lifting her first Major at Flushing Meadows. Following her US Open win, Gauff also reached a car
  • Tiger Woods, a new complicated start at Hero

    Tiger Woods, a new complicated start at Hero
    A complicated start for Tiger Woods in the Bahamas during the third round of the Hero World Challenge, with ups and downs following various feats, but also some mistakes resulting from fatigue. On the Albany course, on the island of New Providence, Woods, together with the number 4 in the world, Viktor Hovland, and with a score of 216 (par) finished in sixteenth place in the unofficial PGA Tour tournament, organized by his foundation.Tiger Woods, resultsOn the contrary, Scottie Scheffler takes t
  • Nick Kyrgios comments on being compared to John McEnroe

    Nick Kyrgios comments on being compared to John McEnroe
    Nick Kyrgios suggests there are certain similarities with John McEnroe but that there are also things in which they are not really the same. McEnroe, a former seven-time Grand Slam champion, is one of the most iconic players in tennis history with his game and rebellious personality. Kyrgios, 28, has been often compared to McEnroe due to his heated temper and ability to throw a stunning meltdown or an outburst on the court but also play outstanding tennis. Kyrgios may not be a Grand Slam champio
  • Jimmy Connors shares advice to Holger Rune regarding criticism of his personalty

    Tennis legend Jimmy Connors has come to Holger Rune's defense, telling the Dane to "never apologize for showing your emotions." Rune, 20, is off to a strong start to his career and he looks like someone who has the potential to do great things in the game. While Rune is widely recognized as one of the most talented players in the game, he is also at times criticized for his on-court behavior and personality as some find the 20-year-old as "cocky and arrogant." Connors, a former eight-time Grand
  • Medjedovic tops Fils, wins Next Gen Finals title

    Medjedovic tops Fils, wins Next Gen Finals title
    Upstart Hamad Medjedovic defeated top-seeded Arthur Fils to capture the Next Gen Finals title in five sets Saturday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Next Gen ATP Finals: Serbia's Hamad Medjedovic wins title in five-set thriller

    Next Gen ATP Finals: Serbia's Hamad Medjedovic wins title in five-set thriller
    Serbia's Hamad Medjedovic becomes the sixth winner of the Next Gen ATP Finals with victory in Saudi Arabia.
  • Djokovic and Alcaraz's mental power showed by a crazy data

    Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz were undoubtedly the strongest tennis players of 2023. I'm not saying it, it's not just the titles that say it, it's also (and above all) data, records and statistics that say it. The Serbian and the Spaniard are respectively no.1 and no.2 in the ATP ranking, and have experienced a season full of satisfactions and titles: just think that the two of them won all 4 Slam titles up for grabs. The Serbian has won almost everything he could win, missing only the Wimbl
  • Paula Badosa looks lovely in her vacation outfit!

    The beautiful Paula Badosa is enjoying the off-season in a beautiful exotic location. Among the sea, palm trees, plants and flowers, it is the magnetic gaze of the Spanish tennis player that stands out. The outfit worn by Paula fits perfectly with the colors of nature. Her beautiful smile lights up the dark green vegetation, or the black and white photos. For the occasion, apart from a pair of bathing suits, Badosa wore a simple white tank top and a black skirt. Precise and elegant, in tune with
  • Fils-Medjedovic Next Gen Finals title match set

    Fils-Medjedovic Next Gen Finals title match set
    Top-seeded Arthur Fils will meet Hamad Medjedovic on Saturday in the championship match of the Next Gen Finals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Norrie adds Huss to coaching team in a bid to return to form in 2024

    Norrie adds Huss to coaching team in a bid to return to form in 2024
    Britain's Cameron Norrie has teamed up with Australian Stephen Huss as he looks to return to form in 2024.
  • Nadal to make return at Brisbane International

    Nadal to make return at Brisbane International
    Rafael Nadal will return to playing at the Brisbane International in Australia in January, the 22-time Grand Slam champion said Friday.
  • Nadal to make tennis return in Brisbane in January

    Nadal to make tennis return in Brisbane in January
    Rafael Nadal will return to tennis for the first time in a year when he plays at the Brisbane International in the first week of January, live on Sky Sports.
  • Kyrgios: Murray tried to help me after spotting signs of self-harm

    Kyrgios: Murray tried to help me after spotting signs of self-harm
    Nick Kyrgios has thanked Andy Murray for helping him with his mental health struggles after revealing the Brit noticed evidence of self-harm by his tour rival several years ago.
  • Cam Davis in the lead at the Australian Open

    The new season of the DP World Tour has made a stop in Australia, with the advent of the most awaited event: the Australian Open, whose prize money is close to 1.7 million Australian dollars. Now in its 100th year, the Open was co-hosted by the European Tour, PGA Tour of Australasia and OneAsia Tour.Cam Davis, resultsAt the end of the first round, the young Cam Davis takes first place on the leaderboard, with a score of -9 (63 shots). His perfect performance, characterized by the lack of bogey,
  • Fils, Medjedovic reach final 4 at Next Gen Finals

    Fils, Medjedovic reach final 4 at Next Gen Finals
    Arthur Fils and Hamad Medjedovic maintained their perfect starts to the Next Gen Finals on Thursday to reach the semifinals.

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