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• 2018 champion Simona Halep receives devastating news ahead of French Open

  14-05-2024 20:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Simona Halep is out of the French Open after the French Tennis Federation (FFT) opted against giving the former French Open champion a main draw or a qualifying wildcard.On Tuesday, the French Open organizers announced their wildcard selection for the 2024 selection. On the women's side, six Frenchwomen were granted main draw wildcards, as well as Australia's Ajla Tomljanovic and USA's Sachia Vickery because of the reciprocal wildcard agreement between the Grand Slams. Halep, who returned f
  
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• Roger Federer starts to play golf? Alcaraz mocks the Swiss Maestro

  10-06-2024 03:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Is Roger Federer a phenomenon in golf too? The Swiss Maestro posted a video on Instagram in which he showed off his golf skills, in particular by performing a swing. As a new avid golfer, Federer enjoyed letting me film him using something other than a racket. But as we can see from the video, Roger showed naturalness and technique even with a golf club in his hand and in a sport other than tennis. Only as great legends know how to do.The elegance that was typical of Federer on the tennis court
  
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• David Puig, among the four leaders in Houston

  10-06-2024 02:52 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Spanish golfer David Puig and Mexican golfer Carlos Ortiz are two of the four golfers leading the LIV Houston tournament, from which Jon Rahm withdrew on Saturday during the second round due to an injury.Rahm's team, Legion XIII, with Rahm as captain, detailed on the X social network that the former world number one has "an infection in his left foot" that only allowed him to play six holes on Saturday. The US Open, the third major of the season, begins next Thursday.David Puig, resultsIn this y
  
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• Iga Swiatek recounts time she couldn't get in Rome qualifying after 5th Slam title

  10-06-2024 02:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek got candid on her astonishing early success after landing her fourth French Open title as the Pole admitted it is "pretty crazy" to think that just five years ago she couldn't even get in the qualifying of Rome but now owns such a strong resume. On Saturday, Swiatek crushed Jasmine Paolini 6-2 6-1 to complete a three-peat at Roland Garros and also collect her fifth Grand Slam title just days after celebrating her 23rd birthday. For Swiatek, it was her third consecutive title as
  
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• Way-too-early predictions: Will Sinner, Swiatek, Alcaraz or Sabalenka win again?

  10-06-2024 01:56 via espn.com
  
  With weeks until the start of Wimbledon, and the Olympics and the US Open not far behind, it's time to start thinking about the year's remaining most coveted hardware -- and who has the best chances to claim them.
  
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• Scottie Scheffler holds on to lead the Memorial

  10-06-2024 01:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The PGA Tour is nearing the usual weekly appointment with the conclusion of the Memorial Tournament, a prestigious event born in 1976 and part of a select range of invitation-only tournaments. Among the 73 golfers in contention, selected according to a list of 15 criteria, Scottie Scheffler maintains his lead on the leaderboard after a round.Scottie Scheffler, resultsThe American, currently number one in the Official World Golf Ranking, concluded Saturday's round with a respectable -1, recoverin
  
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• French Open director Amelie Mauresmo breaks silence on Novak Djokovic's complaints

  10-06-2024 01:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  French Open tournament director Amelie Mauresmo addressed the complaints Novak Djokovic made during his match versus Francisco Cerundolo, but didn't reveal much other than stating that the umpire and supervisor also had a say and ultimately didn't agree that the Serb's request should be granted. Early in the fifth set of his round-of-16 match against Cerundolo - the match during which Djokovic sustained a tear in his meniscus - Djokovic asked the court to be swept. But neither the chair ump
  
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• Jon Rahm withdraws from LIV due to injury

  10-06-2024 00:48 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Spanish golfer Jon Rahm withdrew from the LIV Houston tournament on Saturday due to injury during the second round, leaving just five days before the start of the US Open, the third major of the season.In the first round of the LIV Houston, Rahm achieved an impressive -3, with five birdies and a double bogey. However, his participation in the tournament was cut short on Saturday after playing only six holes due to the injury.Jon Rahm, resultsThe US Open is scheduled from June 13th to 16th at the
  
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• Emma Raducanu leaves and blocks billionaire boyfriend

  10-06-2024 00:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  British tennis star Emma Raducanu and Carlo Agostinelli have reportedly gone their separate ways, with the 2021 US Open champion reportedly "blocking" her billionaire boyfriend on social media. In the first part of 2023, there were strong rumors indicating that Raducanu was dating Agostinelli - son of an American-Italian billionaire financier Robert Agostinelli. After undergoing surgeries on both wrists and her right ankle, Raducanu was spotted spending time with Agostinelli and even going
  
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• Rory McIlroy Part of Meeting Between PIF and PGA Tour: Optimistic Forecasts

  10-06-2024 00:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Speculations and anticipation had been building in the weeks leading up to the crucial meeting, as stakeholders awaited a resolution to the PGA Tour-LIV Golf conflict. The gathering of such influential figures from the golfing world, coupled with representatives from the Public Investment Fund (PIF), hinted at the importance and potential outcomes of the discussions.Jay Monahan, PGA Tour Commissioner, brought with him the weight of the organization's interests and the expectations of players, fa
  
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• Controversy Erupts Over Questionable Call in Alcaraz vs. Zverev Final

  09-06-2024 23:34 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Carlos Alcaraz secured his third Major title in the Roland Garros final, prevailing over Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 in four hours and 19 minutes. The Spaniard had the upper hand in sets four and five, although the result could have been different following a controversy in the fourth game of the decider. Alexander created three break chances at 1-2 in the final set and stood millimeters from converting the second. The line umpire called Alcaraz's double fault, but the chair umpire,
  
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• Jannik Sinner reveals his schedule after the French Open

  09-06-2024 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Despite the defeat in the semifinals still bringing pain to his fans, Jannik Sinner's experience in Paris is absolutely positive. The Italian arrived at the tournament with just a few days of training and a forced stop of almost a month previously.Sinner played an excellent tournament and, leading two sets to one, he almost reached the final where he fell only against a great Alcaraz. The two are giving life to a great rivalry and Sinner ends this Roland Garros in style as he is now the new numb
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz is ready to be the next tennis superstar

  09-06-2024 22:49 via espn.com
  
  Carlos Alcaraz has long been cast as the leader of his generation. With this French Open win, he's proving it.
  
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• Photo: Umpire 'robs' Alexander Zverev of break in key moments of RG final

  09-06-2024 22:01 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Alexander Zverev was a victim of a wrong call in the fifth set of the French Open final after chair umpire Renaud Lichtenstein overturned Carlos Alcaraz's out and basically "robbed" the German of getting a break back in the key moments.With Alcaraz leading 2-1 in the fifth set and serving, Zverev earned three consecutive break points in the fourth game. After Alcaraz missed his first serve on a break point, his second serve was also called out by a line umpire. But the game wasn't over afte
  
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• Daria Abramowicz comments on Iga Swiatek's triumph

  09-06-2024 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek doesn't stop anymore. The world number one trembled in Paris at the beginning of the tournament against Naomi Osaka but from the Round of 16 she left only 11 games to her rivals, crumbs and faced the world number two in the semifinals and the new world number 7 in the final.An absolute domination, Jasmine Paolini could do nothing in the final and Iga won her fifth career Slam - the fourth here in Paris - at just 23 years old. Impressive numbers and a clear domination in the rankings
  
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• Casey Dellacqua makes a revelation about Novak Djokovic

  09-06-2024 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Novak Djokovic reportedly underwent an arthroscopy in Paris on Wednesday to repair the injury he suffered in the medial meniscus of his right knee, an injury that forced him to withdraw from Roland Garros after advancing to the quarterfinals, where he was to face Casper Ruud.The surgical procedure consists of making a couple of small incisions in the aforementioned joint to introduce a mechanical device called arthroscope, operated by the surgeon to repair the damaged area, which he can visualiz
  
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• Roger Federer's Twelve final days trailer finally revealed!

  09-06-2024 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Swiss Maestro's fans and the world of tennis are anxiously waiting, because Roger Federer Twelve final days trailer has finally been released, relating to the docu-series on the last days of the Swiss Legend's career, which will be released on Amazon Prime Video starting from June 20th. Federer's many fans can't wait to get excited as they relive those final moments of his career at the 2022 edition of the Laver Cup, in a doubles match together with his friend and rival Rafael Nadal at the O
  
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• Alcaraz beats Zverev in five to claim maiden French Open title

  09-06-2024 19:50 via skysports.com
  
  Carlos Alcaraz was made to sweat but clinched his first French Open title by outlastingAlexander Zverev 6-3 2-6 5-7 6-1 6-2 in Sunday's final at Roland Garros.
  
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• Alcaraz captures French Open in 5-set thriller

  09-06-2024 19:43 via espn.com
  
  Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to capture a major title on all three surfaces, beating Alexander Zvererv in five sets to win the French Open.
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz wins first Roland Garros title over Alexander Zverev

  09-06-2024 19:31 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Carlos Alcaraz lifted his third Major title in Paris, the first at Roland Garros! The 21-year-old Spaniard overpowered Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 in a thrilling final, becoming the youngest player with the trophy at three different Majors! Carlos missed his chances in the third set before making a fresh start in the fourth, just like against Jannik Sinner in the semi-final. The Spaniard brought the victory home in style, adding 2000 ATP points to his tally and becoming world n
  
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• Mouratoglou's honest admission: "Alcaraz played one of his worst matches"

  09-06-2024 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Patrick Mouratoglou always makes tennis fans discuss with his analyses. The latest concerns the Roland Garros semi-final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. The former coach of Serena Williams and Simona Halep explained how the young Spaniard won the challenge with the new ATP No.1 despite playing one of his worst matches in his career, from a technical point of view. According to Mouratoglou, only mental strength allowed him to get back into the match after a complicated start. Mouratoglo
  
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• "It's Time for a Shift": Rory McIlroy's Take on PGA Tour Scheduling

  09-06-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Modern golf brings a completely different dimension compared to the past. Many players complain about the increasing number of tournaments each year, which poses a huge challenge for them. They are frustrated with the schedule, especially having to play tournaments right before the Majors. Currently, the Memorial Tournament is underway, just a week before the US Open begins. The tournament host, Jack Nicklaus, has expressed his displeasure for such scheduling. However, some players like Ror
  
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• Iga Swiatek got dominant milestons at Roland Garros

  09-06-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  "I love this tournament very much. Every year I can't wait to go back. It was really very exciting. I thank all the people who work around me with my heart. To my family, for supporting me. Thanks to them that today I can playing at this level. And finally to all the people who made this tournament possible, to my Polish compatriots and the French crowd. Congratulations on your wonderful tournament Jasmine, and congratulations to your team: I was impressed with the way you played. in these two w
  
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• Gauff claims first Grand Slam doubles triumph at French Open

  09-06-2024 17:07 via skysports.com
  
  American superstar Coco Gauff and partner Katerina Siniakova claimed the French Open women's doubles title on Sunday with victory over Italian pair Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini.
  
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• Iga Swiatek looks beyond Roland Garros: "I've some ideas to improve at Wimbledon"

  09-06-2024 16:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek dominates the WTA Tour, especially on clay courts, where her superiority over all other tennis players is embarrassing. The WTA No.1 ruled at Roland Garros, risking big only in the epic match won in three sets against Naomi Osaka. From the 4th round onwards, however, Iga left only 11 games to her rivals: crazy numbers. But the Polish champion is already looking beyond Paris, analyzing at the press conference what she expects from Wimbledon and the upcoming grass-swing."I have some id
  
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• Jackson Koivun, 19-year-old amateur in PGA

  09-06-2024 15:41 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Light-years ahead of other nations, American golf possesses an inexhaustible reservoir of talent capable of blossoming and breaking through to the highest level at any moment. The latest example in the spotlight this week is at the Memorial Tournament on the PGA Tour. His name: Jackson Koivun.Jackson Koivun, resultsHis name may not ring a bell for you just yet, but Jackson Koivun could very well become one of the very best players in the world in the coming years. His early talent is exploding o
  
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• Empty seats bothersome to French Open officials

  09-06-2024 15:21 via espn.com
  
  Empty seats in court Philippe Chatrier have perplexed French Open officials, with changes possibly to come. Said one official: "We can't force people to go to the stands."
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz vs. Alexander Zverev - Who won their previous RG duel?

  09-06-2024 15:07 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz will seek the second Major title of the season at Roland Garros. Both players passed six obstacles and secured the championship clash, their tenth on the Tour and second in Paris. Carlos is playing for his third Major title at 21, while Alexander pursues his first Major trophy at 27, losing the previous final in New York to Dominic Thiem despite serving for the win. The German ousted the 14-time Roland Garros winner Rafael Nadal in the first round before strug
  
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• 'Carlos Alcaraz's better at the front of the court', says Australian tennis great

  09-06-2024 14:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Tennis is a very demanding sport, both physically and mentally, so preparation is vital for success in high performance, with athletes having more and more tools, knowledge and technologies to be able to perform better.In last year's Roland Garros semifinals Carlos Alcaraz suffered severe cramps in the semifinals against Novak Djokovic, which significantly affected his performance and forced him to look for solutions beyond the preparation he does with his entire team.The two-time Grand Slam cha
  
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• Gauff wins 1st career Grand Slam doubles title

  09-06-2024 14:09 via espn.com
  
  Coco Gauff won her first Grand Slam doubles title by teaming with Katerina Siniakova for the French Open trophy.
  
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