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• Valderrama, 25 years ago the European win

  01-10-2022 23:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  He was the player who revolutionized the competition. Before he had done it with golf and the European circuit. Even a 'totem' like Jack Nicklaus said in 1987: "I don't have a Seve Ballesteros in my team". Starting in 1985, his charisma but, above all, his game and his fighting spirit contributed to placing the Ryder Cup at unbelievable heights of popularity, media and television interest, merchandising, and excitement. In 1979, when two players from the continent such as Seve and Antonio Garrid
  
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• 'Novak Djokovic's an exquisite player but...', says top analyst

  01-10-2022 23:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  As the world tried to emerge from the pandemic, two world stars were making waves with their no-vaccine choices: Novak Djokovic, of course, and NBA star Kyrie Irving. Interestingly, both have taken up the subject in recent hours. At the ATP in Tel Aviv (Israel), Novak Djokovic returns to play with points at stake in the world rankings. The latest Wimbledon winner, however, has Australian Open and US Open losses behind him, with the Laver Cup marking his comeback just after the London final. At a
  
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• Novak Djokovic to play first final since July in Tel Aviv

  01-10-2022 22:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Novak Djokovic will play in his first final since winning Wimbledon in July after beating Russian Roman Safiullin in the Tel Aviv Open semi-finals.
  
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• Paula Badosa picks between Grand Slam title and No. 1 ranking

  01-10-2022 22:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Paula Badosa reveals she would prefer winning a Grand Slam over reaching the world No. 1 ranking. Badosa, 24, achieved her career-high ranking of No. 2 in April. On the Grand Slam level, Badosa has just one quarterfinal. At the 2021 French Open, Badosa made her first Grand Slam quarterfinal before losing to Tamara Zidansek. "What is clear to me is that I would like to win a Grand Slam much more. But it is choosing how to love mom or dad more. It is a trophy, a moment. You don
  
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• 'Rafael Nadal lost set 6-1 and pushed even harder,' Novak Djokovic recalls

  01-10-2022 22:34 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal were the rivals in the 2008 Olympic Games semi-final, battling for a place in the final and a medal. Rafa prevailed 6-4, 1-6, 6-4 in two hours and 11 minutes to remain on the gold medal course. The Spaniard overcame the second set failure and delivered a late break in the decider to advance into the title clash and beat Novak for the tenth time in 14 meetings. Thirteen days earlier, Djokovic ended Nadal's streak of 32 consecutive victories, and he looked good to d
  
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• Novak Djokovic reacts to making final at inaugural Tel Aviv Open

  01-10-2022 22:27 via tennisworldusa.org
  First-seeded Novak Djokovic admitted that 104th-ranked Roman Safiullin definitely wasn't an easy opponent and gave credit to the Russian for fighting until the last point during their Tel Aviv Open semifinal match. On Saturday, Djokovic defeated Safiullin 6-1 7-6 (3) to progress into the final at the inaugural Tel Aviv Open. “I think it was a very competitive match, especially in the second set,” Djokovic said after his win. “I must say I was quite emotional on the co
  
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• Nadal: "I didn't want Roger Federer to win the Roland Garros!"

  01-10-2022 22:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rafael Nadal spoke at length about his rivalry with Roger Federer during a recent interview. The Spaniard shared a curious anecdote concerning the Roland Garros 2009 final won by Roger Federer.Nadal explained: "Like everything, the relationship between Roger Federer and me went through different phases. It was great from the start and has grown stronger over the years. At some point in our careers, we realized how many special moments we had lived together.We understood that our personal relatio
  
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• Shapovalov sets up Korea final clash vs. Nishioka

  01-10-2022 21:59 via espn.com
  
  Canada's Denis Shapovalov will face Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in the final of the Korea Open in Seoul after he eased to a straight-sets victory over United States' Jenson Brooksby on Saturday.
  
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• Dominic Thiem offers assessment of his level

  01-10-2022 21:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former world No. 3 Dominic Thiem appears to be happy with the progress he is making and noted that he is willing to play the Australian Open qualifying if necessary. Thiem, who is now the 173rd-ranked player in the world, returned to tennis in late March following a 10-month absence caused by a wrist injury. Six months have passed since Thiem made his return and he is yet to rediscover his top game. “If necessary, I will play the qualifying event of the Australian Open. I am
  
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• Roger Federer: 'I waited for him to finish that tournament'

  01-10-2022 21:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Opponent, friend, mentor, coach. Ivan Ljubicic, a fundamental piece in Roger Federer's career, has spoken about his relationship with the Swiss phenomenon, who played his last match on the circuit (after more than a year of absence) together with Rafa Nadal in the Laver Cup. In the long shoulder-to-shoulder interview with Severin Luthi, the Croatian recounted the first meeting, the sixteen challenges and, of course, the most intense emotions that he lived with Federer. "Ljubo" went through the s
  
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• Angela Stanford is assistant for Solheim Cup

  01-10-2022 20:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Team USA captain Stacy Lewis has chosen Angela Stanford as her third assistant for the 2023 Solheim Cup challenge to be held at Finca Cortesin in Spain from 22-24 September. Six-time Team USA member Angela Stanford, along with two other assistants Morgan Pressel and Natalie Gulbis, will work alongside Stacy Lewis and the top 12 American golfers to try to bring the Solheim Cup back overseas."I have known Angela for a long time and I am so happy she agreed to work with me at the Solheim Cup 2023,"
  
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• 'Roger Federer killed me in our first match,' Dominic Thiem recalls

  01-10-2022 20:22 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer and Dominic Thiem met seven times between 2016 and 2019. The Austrian had an excellent record against one of his idols, although it did not start well for him. Thiem was only a kid when Federer became the world's leading player, dreaming about practicing and playing against one of the greatest players of all time. "Borrowing" Roger's one-handed backhand, Dominic got a chance to share the court with his idol for the first time in the 2016 Brisbane semi-final. Federer scored a comfor
  
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• Roger Federer: 'I lost my voice from screaming and supporting the team'

  01-10-2022 20:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic says he has "tremendous respect" for Roger Federer and underscored the impact the former 20-time Grand Slam champion had on tennis. Djokovic, a 21-time Grand Slam champion, participated in Federer's farewell at the Laver Cup. Federer was one of Djokovic's biggest rivals, but the Serb has nothing but a high level of respect and admiration for the Swiss. "I have great respect for him," Djokovic said of Federer, according to Sportskeeda. Everything he has brought to our sport, on and
  
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• Novak Djokovic to legend after his first Major match: 'I'm sorry'

  01-10-2022 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  With nine trophies on his tally, Novak Djokovic is the most decorated player in the Australian Open history. Novak qualified for his first Australian Open main draw on January 15, 2005, beating Wesley Moodie 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 and debuting on the big scene at 17. Two days later, the youngster faced world no. 4 Marat Safin in his first Major match and suffered a 6-0, 6-2, 6-1 loss in 74 minutes. The finalist from a year ago and an eventual champion won almost 50 points more than Djokovic. Safin stole
  
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• Rafael Nadal marks a new amazing record!

  01-10-2022 19:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rafael Nadal's 2022 was undoubtedly an extraordinary year. The Majorcan champion had returned from a long and heavy injury and among the fans many were questioning his future. Once again, as has often been the case throughout his career, Nadal has proved everyone wrong, winning big and beating his rivals again.Nadal has won several tournaments in this 2022, he has been one step away from returning to number one but above all he has won two Grand Slam titles, the Australian Open and his beloved R
  
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• Serena Williams: "I'll be back on the court if I want to!"

  01-10-2022 19:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Serena Williams said goodbye to the world of tennis at the US Open 2022. The US tennis legend stopped in the third round of the last Grand Slam of the year by losing in three sets to one of the best versions of Ajla Tomljanovic.The crowd consistently supported Serena Williams by crowding the stands of Arthur Ashe Stadium in the three games that marked her journey to Flushing Meadows. Against the Australian player, the 23-time Grand Slam champion threw a 5-3 lead to the winds and saw her opp
  
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• 'Novak Djokovic's fundamentally decent', says top journalist

  01-10-2022 18:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic, protagonist of day 2 in the Laver Cup, after the clear success against Frances Tiafoe in the singles, has also removed the whim of winning the double with Matteo Berrettini, who in the opening of the day had instead repeated the old success 2021 against Felix Auger Aliassime. During the press conference, Nole made interesting statements about the future of his career. He explained: "I didn't feel like I was off the court that long. I didn't make too many mistakes, singles or doub
  
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• 'Nick Kyrgios did not believe he could beat Novak Djokovic' Rod Laver says

  01-10-2022 18:18 via tennisworldusa.org
  Nick Kyrgios had a great run at Wimbledon, beating five rivals and advancing into his first Major final. Nick faced an ultimate obstacle in the title clash, with Novak Djokovic chasing his seventh Wimbledon crown. The Aussie gave his best to stay in touch before experiencing a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 loss in three hours. The Aussie legend Rod Laver praised his compatriot for his great attitude and focus on the court. Still, Laver believes Kyrgios did not think he could beat Djokovic in the final desp
  
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• Rafael Nadal: 'I have somehow learned things that...'

  01-10-2022 18:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rafael Nadal celebrates this week two milestones in the ranking. Rafa became the second player with 900 consecutive weeks in the top-50, joining Roger Federer on the exclusive list. In addition, the Spaniard added his 960th week in the top 50, matching Andre Agassi and closing in on Federer, who is still far ahead. Nadal found himself in the top-50 in August 2003, two months after his 17th birthday! Nadal lost a bit of ground in 2004 after a nasty injury, losing the opportunity to spend the whol
  
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• Novak Djokovic: 'It added something more special'

  01-10-2022 17:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  The Laver Cup was the tournament that saw Roger Federer's last match before his retirement and the first time the Fab Four of tennis played together, on the same team and on the same side of the net. In fact, the European team included not only the Swiss champion, but also Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray: legends that the 20-time Slam champion wanted to have by his side as he bid farewell to tennis. A farewell that moved everyone present: tears not only from the protagonist, but als
  
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• Bublik: "I don't like it, my son won't play tennis"

  01-10-2022 17:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Alexander Bublik is undoubtedly a colorful and controversial character in the world of tennis. The Kazakh, number 41 in the world, told Clay between past and present: "I never had the chance not to be a tennis player."25 years old, Alexander Bublik made headlines in Metz, when in the final against Lorenzo Sonego he decided to hit the ball with the handle of his racket. A “not very respectful” choice, which actually cost him a break.As well as a fool. But the player, on Clay, describe
  
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• Roger Federer: 'It’s brutal sometimes'

  01-10-2022 16:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  The Laver Cup was more than just a tournament. In London's Stadium 02, in fact, Roger Federer said goodbye to tennis, playing his last match. Due to the physical difficulties of conducting a singles match, the last dance took place in a doubles match, paired with his friend and rival Rafael Nadal, played against Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe. The Laver Cup, however, was also about more than Roger Federer's retirement: the Swiss champion wanted to have all the legends of the sport by his side, as
  
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• Novak Djokovic comments on his 'big rivalry' with Rafael Nadal

  01-10-2022 16:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic has acknowledged that Rafael Nadal is his biggest rival and expressed hope to play the Spaniard many more times on the biggest stage. Djokovic, 35, and 36-year-old Nadal have clashed 59 times over the course of their careers.Their head-to-head couldn't be any tighter as Djokovic owns a narrow 30-29 lead in their head-to-head records.So far this season, Djokovic and Nadal have clashed only once as the Spaniard beat the Serb en route to winning a record 14th French Open title.&
  
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• Rafael Nadal: 'Ultimately you live it with sadness'

  01-10-2022 15:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer has quit tennis. The world of tennis loses a legend, not a rivalry with international appeal. Novak Djokovic knows this well: "Rafael Nadal will continue to be my number one rival. On the other hand, the Djokovic-Nadal rivalry has been a glorious chapter for 16 years, since that first meeting in 2006 in France, when Rafa reached the quarterfinals. final in straight sets when the Serbian player retired. Since then 59 clashes in total, 30 in favor of Djokovic, nine Slam finals. For N
  
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• Novak Djokovic on the no-vax choice: "It wasn't easy"

  01-10-2022 15:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  As the world struggled to get out of the pandemic, two global stars got talking for their no-vax picks: Novak Djokovic of course, and NBA star Kyrie Irving. Curiously, both have returned to the subject in the past few hours.Present at the ATP in Tel Aviv, Israel, Nole Djokovic come sback to play with points up for grabs for the world rankings. The winner of the last Wimbledon, however, has the sacrifices of the Australian Open and the US Open behind him, and the Laver Cup represented his return
  
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• Roger Federer: 'I never thought was going to happen'

  01-10-2022 14:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer's farewell generated many emotions in tennis fans, and not only. In addition to the protagonist of that evening, many around him were overwhelmed by emotion: in particular, Rafael Nadal. The Spanish tennis player, who was a partner in the Swiss champion's last double, his great rival and his great friend. The twenty-two-time winner of Grand Slam titles spoke again of that dense evening, to the microphones of El Partidazo de COPE: "It was a moment of many emotions together. There ar
  
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• Nick Kyrgios takes shot at Bernard Tomic, dismisses idea of exhibition match

  01-10-2022 14:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Nick Kyrgios says he is not interested in playing someone ranked as low as Bernard Tomic and added he feels Tomic is now "irrelevant.". Earlier this year, Kyrgios and Tomic got into a war of words on Instagram. Also, Tomic challenged Kyrgios to a million-dollar match. On Wednesday, Kyrgios answered some questions from his fans on Instagram. "The exhibition against Tomic going to happen," a fan asked Kyrgios on Instagram.Kyrgios answered: "TBH (to be honest), don't think
  
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• Roger Federer: 'It showed again how much...'

  01-10-2022 13:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer has decided to leave the professional circuit. The Basel tennis player decided to announce his retirement through a long video / podcast published on his social profile, followed by a letter published later. Explaining the reasons for saying goodbye to tennis and thanking all the people who were by his side, he concluded by saying that the Laver Cup would be his last tournament: a doubles match with Rafael Nadal, in fact, was the last game of the Swiss champion. At the time of the
  
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• Rafael Nadal: 'I have not seen the images'

  01-10-2022 13:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rafael Nadal is about to become a father. The tears that accompanied the last moments of Roger Federer's career also hide the fears of the Spanish phenomenon, who returned home after just over twenty-four hours in London and spoke of the emotions he experienced without any particular filter on Onda Cero. "They were exciting and sad moments. On the one hand I had the enthusiasm and motivation to play that game, on the other hand I was nervous. Playing that game was an honour. We said goodbye to o
  
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• Tiger Woods back as a caddie for his Charlie

  01-10-2022 12:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Back on the field with the champion dad at his side as a caddy. A special day for Charlie Woods who had the support of his father Tiger in the last round of the Notah Begay III Junior Golf National Championship in Florida. After a subdued first round (without Tiger), in the second Charlie recorded a partial of 68 (-4) strokes, also touching an albatross (hole 14, par 5, of the Mission Inn Resort in Howey). And he closed the tournament in 4th place.Tiger Woods, caddy"Dad told me to stay patient,
  
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• Corentin Moutet is furious: "I don't want to apologize!"

  01-10-2022 12:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rarely, however, the two tennis players have reached the physical confrontation, altered during or at the end of the match. It all happened during the match valid for the Round of 16 of the Challenger in Orleans, France. The number one seeded Corentin Moutet fell in three sets against the young Bulgarian tennis player, born in 2001, Adrian Andreev.Moutet dominated the first set but fell in the other two partials, in a match that resulted in a brawl at the end of the match. It is not the first ti
  
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• Blackpink are back: between earnings, sustainability and popularity

  01-10-2022 12:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jisoo, Rosé, Lisa and Jennie: Blackpink are back. Born Pink was released on September 16, the second highly anticipated album after the release of The Album, in 2020. A short disc, 8 songs for 24 and broken minutes of listening. An album that confirms the desire not to be a K-pop phenomenon but a global phenomenon.On October 15th the girls will leave for a world tour, with tickets practically already sold-out.The first Korean girl band to perform at Coachella, the four returned a few
  
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• Grigor Dimitrov withdraws from upcoming ATP 500 event following early Sofia exit

  01-10-2022 12:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov has withdrawn from the Astana Open in Nur-Sultan. Dimitrov, 31, was scheduled to make his Astana debut next week. Unfortunately, Dimitrov pulled out of the tournament on Thursday. Astana update:OUT: DimitrovIN: MannarinoNext: Griekspoor— Entry List Updates (@EntryLists) September 29, 2022The Astana Open has been taking place since 2020. After two seasons on the calendar with the ATP 250 license, the Astana Open has been upgraded to
  
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• Coach tells story that happened after Roger Federer's devastating 2009 Montreal loss

  01-10-2022 11:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Coach Severin Luthi said Roger Federer deeply cared about those around him and told a story from the 2009 Montreal Masters.In the 2009 Montreal Masters quarterfinal, Federer blew a big three-set lead against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.Luthi looked extremely disappointed after the match, which Federer certainly noticed. "Something people might not realize is just how caring Roger is. In 2009 he lost a match against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in Montreal after leading 5-1 in the third set. I was a bit disapp
  
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• Casper Ruud comments on Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer teaming up at Laver Cup

  01-10-2022 11:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Casper Ruud said it was "incredible" to witness in live Roger Federer teaming up with Rafael Nadal in his final match.On Friday night in London, Federer played doubles with Federer at the Laver Cup.Early last week, Federer expressed a desire to play doubles with Nadal in his final match.Nadal granted Federer's wish and that's how they ended up on the same side of the court on Friday night.Ruud, who represented Team Europe, supported Nadal and Federer from the bench. ”Having those two
  
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• Corentin Moutet addresses fight at the net with Adrian Andreev

  01-10-2022 10:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Corentin Moutet claimed Adrian Andreev cussed him out twice after their Orleans Challenger match. After Andreev claimed a 2-6 7-6 (3) 7-6 (2) win over Moutet, it got physical between the two. JSJSJSJSJSJSJSJSJSJSJSJSJD pic.twitter.com/I7RyeiXpSM— Imad (@Imad__26) September 29, 2022“I don't want to apologize for what happened late in the game,” Moutet said on social media after the match, as quoted on Tennis Now. “When a player allows himself to say 'f--- you twi
  
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• Tel Aviv: super Novak Djokovic forgets the score

  01-10-2022 10:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  The path of Novak Djokovic continues in the ATP 250 tournament in Tel Aviv. The Serbian champion, seeded number one of the tournament, is dominating his matches and even today he had no problem to beat the Canadian Vasek Pospisil in two sets.Match more difficult than expected for Nole who won in two struggled sets, accessing the semifinals with the result of 7-6 6-3. First set fought and decided only at the tie-break while in the second set Djokovic first went ahead, then suffered the counterbre
  
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• Federer's coach shares funny pictures with Roger from his Iphone album

  01-10-2022 10:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer's coach Severin Luthi shared an emotional message to Roger Federer on his Instagram account. The coach and "great friend" of the Swiss Maestro accompanied the message with a few funny pictures with them."It has taken me a while to know what I wanted to say… It has been an emotional last few weeks but what a RIDE it has been. Looking through my iphone album reminds me of all we have experienced together: the Grand Slam wins, the Davis Cup victory in Lille, the Victory in Beij
  
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• Kei Nishikori appears to have new comeback date, set to play two Challenger events

  01-10-2022 09:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Kei Nishikori has been awarded wildcards into the Challenger events in Calgary and Drummondville, Tennis Canada announced on Thursday.Nishikori, 32, underwent hip surgery in January.Nishikori was initially targeting to return to tennis during the North American hard court swing, but he was forced to delay his comeback.Now, 2014 US Open finalist Nishikori has accepted wildcards into two Canadian Challenger events.The Calgary Challenger is set to take place between November 07-13, while the Drummo
  
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• Branden Grace on the reasons for playing at LIV Golf and the future of the tournament

  01-10-2022 09:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Branden Grace is one of the players who joined LIV Golf. He revealed the main reasons for his decision and seems happy with his decision."Some of us want to play less, that is what we ultimately wanted to do," Grace told Sky Sports. "I play 33 tournaments a year normally, if I can get it down to 25 tournaments a year it's amazing.I get to spend more time with the family and things like that. I think it's necessary and I think it's only going to get bigger and better, so why not?"World Ranking St
  
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• Maria Sakkari rips 'Twitter journalists'

  01-10-2022 08:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  World No. 7 Maria Sakkari has called out "Twitter journalists" that "have no life" and give themselves the right to criticize WTA players.On Wednesday, first-seeded Sakkari recovered from a set down to beat Arantxa Rus 3-6 6-2 6-3 in the Parma round-of-16. After the match, Sakkari addressed the criticism that is often directed toward WTA players. "WTA level is very high. I disagree with Twitter journalists that have no life and just criticize players. You have to respect every singles
  
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• Rod Laver identifies why Nick Kyrgios lost Wimbledon final to Novak Djokovic

  01-10-2022 08:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Australian tennis legend Rod Laver acknowledged that Nick Kyrgios has the game to compete for the biggest accolades but added he felt the Australian simply didn't believe he could beat Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final. Kyrgios, 27, has been playing the tennis of his life this season as he reached his first Grand Slam singles final at Wimbledon. In his first Grand Slam singles final, Kyrgios put up a good performance versus Novak Djokovic but the Serb found a way to beat the Austra
  
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• Coach Ivan Ljubicic reveals what type of person Roger Federer is off court

  01-10-2022 07:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Ivan Ljubicic said it was never boring to be around Roger Federer. Ljubicic, a former top-5 player, joined Federer's team as a coach in 2016. Ljubicic enjoyed a successful partnership with Federer as he was a part of the Swiss' team until the moment the Swiss announced his retirement from tennis. "Speaking of jokes, I only have funny memories of Roger — there are not many serious ones! Roger privately is a very goofy and funny guy. We’ve had a lot of fun," Ljubicic tol
  
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• Rafael Nadal: 'I had an extra affinity towards...'

  01-10-2022 07:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rafael Nadal's 2022 was undoubtedly an extraordinary year. The Majorcan champion was coming back from a long and hard injury and many fans questioned his future. Once again, as has often happened throughout his career, Nadal proved everyone wrong, winning big and once again beating his rivals. Nadal has won several tournaments in 2022, he has been one step away from returning to number one, but above all he has won two Grand Slam titles, the Australian Open and his beloved Roland Garros. The ret
  
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• Nick Kyrgios challenges Alcaraz for big match in Spain with money at stake

  01-10-2022 06:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Asked on Instagram if he is excited to have a match against US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz, Nick Kyrgios responded by challenging Carlos to a match in Spain."I'm always ready. Carlos Alcaraz, let's get a big match in Spain going," Kyrgios wrote on his Instagram Stories along with many "money sack" emojis, suggesting that cash would be involved.Federer and Nadal may play in MadridA hypothesis coming from Spain says that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer could play an exhibition match
  
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• Rory McIlroy on Ryder Cup: We need to blood some new guys

  01-10-2022 06:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rory McIlroy believes that the Ryder Cup in Italy will be an ideal opportunity for young players. After many players decided to become part of LIV Golf, McIlroy hopes that young talents will become part of the team and the 'new generation' that will make great successes.“There's going to be quite a few rookies on our team, I would imagine,” McIlroy said, as quoted by eurosport.com “With the younger guys coming through, it is time for a rejuvenation of the European Ryder Cup tea
  
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• Roger Federer: 'That’s the ironic part'

  01-10-2022 05:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Billionaire Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, congratulated Roger Federer after the Swiss maestro finished his run at Laver Cup 2022. "Congratulations on a phenomenal run, Roger Federer," Bill Gates said on Instagram. Roger Federer shared Bill's message on his Instagram Stories. Bill Gates called Roger Federer "an inspiration" and wished him well in his next chapter. Gates, an admirer of Federer, paid tribute to the 20-time Grand Slam champion. "You have been an incredible friend to me and an
  
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• Nadal fan almost gets hit by car in front of Rafael and his sister

  01-10-2022 05:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Past footage with Rafael Nadal and his sister Maribel getting through an airport with fans all around them emerged on Twitter because one of the fans almost got hit by a car as he focused his attention on greeting Rafa.Lots of footage to corroborate this excerpt about Rafa’s star power & the one I immediately remembered is this video of so many men sprinting through the airport for selfies. One guy runs across the street & almost gets hit. Rafa & Maribel hugging at the end like
  
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• Rafael Nadal passes Novak Djokovic on ranking milestone

  01-10-2022 04:45 via tennisworldusa.org
  The 22-time Major champion Rafael Nadal will return to top-2 on Monday, starting his 580th week in the mentioned group and extending the record. Nadal will replace Casper Ruud in the elite group and achieve his highest ranking his May 2021. Rafa has no points to defend for the rest of the season, and Ruud failed to remain in front of him following the quarter-final loss in Seoul. The Norwegian won the title in San Diego last year and could not defend 250 points, allowing the Spaniard to join his
  
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• Golf legend pays tribute to 'true champion' Roger Federer

  01-10-2022 04:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Golf legend Jack Nicklaus congratulated Roger Federer on a great career and wished him all the best in the next chapter of his life.Nicklaus, a former 18-time Major champion in golf, absolutely loved watching Federer's matches. "I remember when I retired from playing golf, you know it was a sad day but a happy day. That's a sad day for all of us who are tennis fans, who are Roger Federer fans. And I loved coming to Wimbledon, I loved to go to the US Open and other places to watch you play.
  
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