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• ATP Miami: Carlos Alcaraz downs Lajovic and extends winning streak

  26-03-2023 23:59 via tennisworldusa.org
  World no. 1 and the defending Miami Masters champion Carlos Alcaraz is through into the fourth round in Florida. Carlos beat Dusan Lajovic 6-0, 7-6 in an hour and 31 minutes for his 16th victory from 17 matches in 2023! Alcaraz moved 6-0, 5-3 in front after 67 minutes before Lajovic bounced back to reach a tie break and extend his chances. The young gun stayed calm and claimed it 7-5 to emerge at the top. The Spaniard claimed his eighth consecutive Masters 1000 win and became the second teenager
  
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• Novak Djokovic starts practicing on clay in Belgrade

  26-03-2023 23:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic has started practicing on clay in Belgrade and Viktor Troicki is his sparring partner, per Sport Klub. Djokovic, 35, was denied entry into the United States for the Masters events in Indian Wells and Miami. After receiving the news from the United States, Djokovic switched his focus to the clay season and on Friday started practicing on the slowest tennis surface. On April 9th, the Monte Carlo Masters is starting. Djokovic, who is a two-time champion in Monte C
  
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• Jannik Sinner happy with his performance in the Miami second round

  26-03-2023 22:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner said he was happy with the performance shown in his Miami Open second round match. The Italian defeated Laslo Djere with the final score of 6-4, 6-2, gaining the pass for the third round of the tournament. At the end of the match, the Italian analyzed the match on the Tennis Channel microphones.He told: "I give myself a 7 for the match done. It wasn't easy to play with the pitch conditions, it was very windy and on the one hand you had the sun in your eyes as you served. The race w
  
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• Andreescu, Fritz advance to R4 at Miami Open

  26-03-2023 22:03 via espn.com
  
  Bianca Andreescu of Canada beat Sofia Kenin 6-4, 6-4 in the third round of the Miami Open on Sunday while Americans Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz also advanced in straight sets.
  
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• ATP Miami: Holger Rune tops Diego Schwartzman with strong finish

  26-03-2023 21:46 via tennisworldusa.org
  World no. 8 Holger Rune is safely through into the Miami Masters last 16. Holger defeated Diego Schwartzman 6-4, 6-2 in an hour and 31 minutes in the third round to celebrate his 12th Masters 1000 victory. The Dane played well behind the first serve and faced only two break points. He got broken once and seized all four return opportunities to control the scoreboard and remain on the title course. Holger created a break chance in the encounter's first game and converted it following a 15-stroke
  
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• LIV and PGA Tour, new appointment in court

  26-03-2023 21:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  In the last period the two Tours had concentrated on the sporting side of the season, the PGA Tour with The Players Championship, the fifth Major, and the LIV Golf with the appointment in Tucson, the second tournament of the season, the first in the United States . But this week everything is back to "normal".LIV Golf and PGA Tour, statementsOn Wednesday evening, the pool of lawyers of the Saudi League filed a complaint with the Federal Court, in the context of the pending case for violation of
  
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• Novak Djokovic's record date gives his rivals chills

  26-03-2023 20:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic has a record figure, which terrified all his rivals in the top-10. Rafael Nadal dropped out of the Top 10 after 912 consecutive weeks. If among the personal consequences there is the exit from the seeded for tournaments below the 1000 category, there is another that affects all the players who are now among the ten best in the world.A figure that revolves around the titles won and crowns Novak Djokovic's longevity. In fact, the 22-time Grand Slam champion has won more titles than
  
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• Anastasia Potapova: I just let it go, did not think what Cori Gauff was going to do

  26-03-2023 19:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  World No 26 Anastasia Potapova revealed she decided to just go for it down a set and a break against Cori Gauff and it worked extremely well for her. Potapova, seeded at No 27, surprised sixth-seeded Gauff 6-7 (8) 7-5 6-2 in the Miami third round."I think I just let it go, and I started to focus on my tennis and going for my shots and not thinking what she is going to do. I'm really happy to be in the fourth round for the first time; it's a dream that really came true. In those tough condit
  
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• ATP Miami: Mackenzie McDonald edges struggling Matteo Berrettini

  26-03-2023 19:32 via tennisworldusa.org
  Mackenzie McDonald is through into the last 32 at the Miami Masters for the second straight year. Mackenzie met Matteo Berrettini in the second round and prevailed 7-6, 7-6 after two hours and 16 minutes. The American beat the Italian for the first time in three encounters, emerging at the top in the pivotal moments to deliver Berrettini's another early loss. Mackenzie won three points more than Matteo, as they stayed neck and neck after two break points squandered on each side. Berrettini domin
  
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• Camila Giorgi as Britney Spears: the outfit is a show!

  26-03-2023 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  The Italian beauty Camila Giorgi shared just a few hours ago some photos that are a show verse. On Instagram, in fact, she posted some photos with a really sensual outfit, which is inspired by what the pop star Britney Spears wore at her debut, when she sang Hit me baby one more time!She wears a high school outfit, with a white top and gray high school skirt, all topped off with her blonde hair in a ponytail.Here's the picture:Camila Giorgi in Miami and Indian WellsNothing to do for Camila
  
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• Alexander Knappe leads Jonsson Workwear

  26-03-2023 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Archived the third round of the Jonsson Workwear Open, a tournament valid for the DP World Tour 2022/23. On the course of The Club at Steyn City, Johannesburg, in South Africa, it is still a German who leads the standings, but it is Akexander Knappe who has taken the place occupied yesterday by Martin Bachem.Jonsson Workwear Open, resultsThe 34-year-old finished the round in 65 shots, bringing his score to -17 and moving up 9 spots. The only flaw on the card was his bogey at the PAR 4 of the 17t
  
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• 'Carlos Alcaraz destroyed Daniil Medvedev,' says former Major finalist

  26-03-2023 18:55 via tennisworldusa.org
  Like all the others, Greg Rusedski was impressed with Carlos Alcaraz's Indian Wells run. The young gun beat all six rivals in straight sets and toppled Daniil Medvedev in the title clash. A teenager claimed his third Masters 1000 crown with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory in 70 minutes over an in-form Russian. Alcaraz was ready to bring his A-game, knowing it was the only way to beat Medvedev and terminate his winning streak. A teenager grabbed an early break and controlled the pace from start to fi
  
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• Strength e conditioning coach ditches Caroline Garcia after brutal Miami exit

  26-03-2023 18:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Strength and conditioning coach Laura Legoupil has announced that she is ending her partnership with Caroline Garcia.On Friday, world No 4 Garcia suffered a surprise 6-2 6-3 defeat against Sorana Cirstea in the Miami Open second round.On Saturday morning, Legoupil announced she was leaving Garcia's team."After one and a half years, I decided to end the collaboration with Caroline Garcia. I wish her the best for the future," Legoupil announced on Instagram.    Pogledajte ovu o
  
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• Miami Flashback: Roger Federer topples David Ferrer in no time

  26-03-2023 17:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Federer was the defending champion in Miami 2006. The Swiss played well in Florida and ousted David Ferrer in the semi-final to sail into the title clash. After two dominant seasons in 2004 and 2005, Roger Federer produced an even better one in 2006, winning 12 titles and dominating on hard courts. Heading to Miami as the defending champion, Roger continued where he left off in Doha, the Australian Open and Indian Wells. World no. 1 defeated Arnaud Clement, Tommy Haas, Dmitry Tursunov and
  
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• Nicola Pietrangeli: "Today's tennis players are too rich"

  26-03-2023 17:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  The former Italian Slam legend Nicola Pietrangeli did not spend words of great admiration for Matteo Berrettini, after his premature elimination at the Australian Open. The former Italian champion thinks that the Roman is no longer able to express himself at certain levels due to the distractions linked to the status achieved even outside the court.He said: "Berrettini? It seems to me that he is dedicating himself more to advertising than to tennis. He's a good guy, but he's a bit like Adriano P
  
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• Lorenzo Scalise dreams in India, he's leader

  26-03-2023 16:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Italy is great in India on the Challenge Tour. In Bangalore, in the Duncan Taylor Black Bull Challenge, Lorenzo Scalise is in the lead with a total of 201 strokes (68 68 65, -15). Now he dreams of his first career success on the second men's European circuit.Lorenzo Scalise, statements“I am very happy, I played well from tee to green and now I hope to end the tournament in the best possible way. My goal – explains the 27-year-old from Vimercate (Mb) – is to find myself in conte
  
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• Paolo Bertolucci warns Jannik Sinner: what happens

  26-03-2023 15:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner beat the Serbian Laslo Djere in two sets in the first round of the Masters 1000 in Miami (6-4 6-2). A non-prohibitive commitment for the 21-year-old, who sees his return to the top 10 ever closer.On the horizon many already see the possible remake of the challenge with Carlos Alcaraz, whose battles fascinate everyone.This is the opinion of Paolo Bertolucci, a former tennis player now a television commentator, who says he is fascinated by a possible new chapter between the two
  
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• Miami Flashback: John Isner tops Juan Martin del Potro

  26-03-2023 15:28 via tennisworldusa.org
  John Isner reached his fourth Masters 1000 final in Miami 2018. John faced Juan Martin del Potro in the semi-final and scored a 6-1, 7-6 triumph in an hour and 23 minutes for a place in the title clash. Isner experienced an early Indian Wells loss and played better in Miami. John faced only one break point against Marin Cilic and Hyeon Chung combined, advancing into the semi-final and meeting the Indian Wells champion Juan Martin del Potro. The American continued where he left in the previous ro
  
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• Casper Ruud: I want to believe one match will turn it around

  26-03-2023 14:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Casper Ruud hopes a positive start at the Miami Open will provide him the spark he needs to turn around his season.Ruud, who made two Grand Slam finals last year, has been pretty average at the start of the 2023 season and he arrived in Miami with a 4-5 record in 2023.But after a first-round bye in Miami, Ruud started his campaign at the tournament with a convincing 6-2 6-3 win over Ilya Ivashka.“I want to believe one match will turn it around but there are still a lot of matches to be pla
  
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• ATP Miami: Daniil Medvedev sails into R3. How many games did he lose?

  26-03-2023 14:29 via tennisworldusa.org
  An in-form Daniil Medvedev made an impressive start at the Miami Masters. Daniil faced Roberto Carballes Baena in the second round and earned a 6-1, 6-2 triumph in 62 minutes for a place in the last 32. The Russian was too strong for the Spaniard, serving well and mounting the pressure on the other side. Daniil defended the only break point he faced and grabbed four return games from as many opportunities to control the scoreboard. Medvedev hit 18 winners and 13 unforced errors, taming his strok
  
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• Thomas Pieters on his LIV move: I'm not Tiger Woods, the financial offer was great

  26-03-2023 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Speaking to Barstool Sports' Fore Play podcast, Thomas Pieters was brutally honest about his decision to join LIV Golf. Although he knew that criticism would immediately follow such a decision, Pieters' priority was to help his family, given the cash offer from the Saudi-backed competition. He's happy with his career, but it seems like his goal was never to make a big mark.“I’ve done 10 years of being on the road and trying to achieve my dreams,” Pieters told the Fore Play podc
  
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• Lucas Pouille on dark period: I was drinking alone and sinking into some creepy stuff

  26-03-2023 13:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former world No 10 Lucas Pouille found himself in a very dark place last year as he started to drink alone and began to "sink into some creepy stuff."Last June, Pouille suffered a loss to Gijs Brouwer in the Ilkley Challenger first round. For Pouille - a five-time ATP champion - it was his sixth consecutive defeat and also his final match of the 2022 season."I started having a darker side and going into a depression that led to me sleeping an hour a night and drinking alone. I was sinking i
  
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• Bianca Andreescu: I'm at like 75% of what I'm capable of

  26-03-2023 13:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Bianca Andreescu believes she is currently at around 75 or 80% of what she is capable of doing on the court. On Friday, Andreescu snapped her five-match losing streak against top-10 players when she beat world No 10 Maria Sakkari 5-7 6-3 6-3 in the Miami Open second round.“I feel like there’s always room for improvement even if I’m feeling like I’m at 100 percent, but I know I’m never at 100 percent because there’s so much that I know I can learn, getting
  
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• Miami Open: Elena Rybakina withstands Paula Badosa test to reach pre-quarters

  26-03-2023 12:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  Elena Rybakina avoided a third-round exit at the Miami Open on Saturday in her match against Paula Badosa. The seventh-ranked Kazakh came from down a set and saved a break point in the second set en route to a 3-6, 7-5, 6-3 win after two hours and 31 minutes of play.The first set was disastrous for the 10th seed as Badosa raced away in the proceedings. She won only four of her second-serve points of the 18 that were played in total. The Spaniard didn’t fare too well when it came to winning
  
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• Toni Nadal addresses Rafael Nadal's retirement date, location: Hard to retire winning

  26-03-2023 12:35 via tennisworldusa.org
  Toni Nadal thinks Rafael Nadal will very likely choose to retire one day at the French Open or Madrid Masters.Nadal, 36, is a record 14-time French Open, while he has five titles at the Madrid Masters - which is Spain's biggest tennis tournament. Nadal, who will be turning 37 in early June, won two Grand Slams last year but he has had a very rough start to 2023.Until Nadal is winning and feels he is able to win, Uncle Toni expects his nephew to play. "In Madrid or at Roland Garros. The
  
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• Photos: Iga Swiatek goes to NBA game after Miami Open withdrawal

  26-03-2023 12:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Iga Swiatek went to a Miami Heat game after withdrawing from the Miami Open due to a rib injury.On Wednesday, defending Miami champion Swiatek announced a sudden withdrawal from the tournament.That night, the Heat hosted the New York Knicks. After an unfortunate end to her Miami campaign, Swiatek went to an NBA game to clear her mind a little. The Heat defeated the Knicks 127-120."When life gives you lemons, make lemonade (or buy ice cream). I had great time last night. Go @MiamiHEAT,"
  
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• Elena Rybakina reveals tactic used to save match points against Paula Badosa

  26-03-2023 12:05 via tennisworldusa.org
  Elena Rybakina revealed she approached Paula Badosa's match point as any other point and that worked well for her. On Saturday night in Miami, 10th-seeded Rybakina saved a match point en route to beating Badosa 3-6 7-5 6-3 in the Miami third round."Well, I was trying not to think that it's a match point, just try to fight every point. I think in the first set, I was playing not so bad, it was just some moments here and there and it didn't go my way. Paula played really well until the end, w
  
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• Jon Rahm won National Sports Awards 2021

  26-03-2023 11:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  This Wednesday the National Sports Awards corresponding to 2021, the Olympic and Paralympic year, have been awarded. These are the annual awards granted by the Higher Sports Council and usually delivered by the Royal House that distinguish athletes and entities that have excelled in the promotion of physical-sporting activity.The two most important awards of the year, the King Felipe and Queen Letizia, which recognize the best Spanish athletes of the year in the male and female categories respec
  
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• Novak Djokovic trains on clay-courts! (VIDEO inside!)

  26-03-2023 11:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic is once again experiencing a particular season. As in 2022, the Serbian champion has to deal with an almost part-time season. On the one hand, the tennis player made a great start, he returned after a year's break in Australia and won the Australian Open, conquering the tenth title in Melbourne and the twenty-second Grand Slam tournament in his career, thus finally catching up with his great rival Rafael Nadal.At the same time Nole has been forced, in recent days, to skip the Amer
  
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• Miami Open: Daniil Medvedev, Frances Tiafoe and the day-4 Highlights

  26-03-2023 10:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  Among the seeds present at the Miami Open 2023, Daniil Medvedev's victory is not surprising. The Russian defeated Carballes Baena with a 6-1, 6-2 obtained in exactly one hour of play. Crazy victory for Hubert Hurkacz, who in the sign of the comebacks of this day in Miami, wins in the third set with two tiebreaks against Thanasi Kokkinakis.France flies with Barrere and Mannarino, who defeat Cameron Norrie and Ben Shelton respectively; Felix Auger Aliassime also wins against Monteiro (7-6, 7-
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz announces in Miami: I'm going to win another Grand Slam

  26-03-2023 10:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz has announced at the Miami Open that he feels ready to win another Grand Slam title.Alcaraz, 19, enjoyed an impressive Miami debut last year as he won the title after beating Casper Ruud in the final. After opening his Miami title defense with a 6-2 6-0 win over Facundo Bagnis, Alcaraz was asked what changed compared to his last time in Miami.“Well, is different to be back here as a defending champion. Yeah, I think when I [said last year] that I’m ready to win a
  
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• Mats Wilander sees a bit of Roger Federer in Carlos Alcaraz

  26-03-2023 09:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Mats Wilander says Carlos Alcaraz's rich arsenal of weapons and options reminds him a bit of Roger Federer. Alcaraz, 19, has had a stunning start to his career and he has already clinched wins over pretty much all top players, including Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. "When it comes to different match-ups, when Alcaraz is in charge of the rally he has so many more options than any tennis player that I've ever seen except Roger Federer. It doesn't seem like it matters what the oth
  
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• Norrie suffers surprise loss to Barrere at Miami Open

  26-03-2023 09:10 via skysports.com
  
  Cameron Norrie suffered a shock defeat in the second round of the Miami Open when he was beaten in straight sets by France's Gregoire Barrere.
  
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• Epson Tour moves to Beaumontm, California

  26-03-2023 09:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  The Epson Tour moves to California on the course of the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa (par 72) in Beaumont in California for the IOA Championship (March 24-26), the third stage of the circuit.The only Italian in the field Angelica Moresco, in her second round of the season after her debut in Florida three weeks ago in Florida's Natural Charity Classic.Epson Tour, scheduleOn the field the winners of the first two stages of the circuit: the French Agathe Laisne and the Australian Gabriela Ruffel
  
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• Miami Open: Britain's Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans among seeds to fall

  26-03-2023 08:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  British number one and two Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans are out of the Miami Open after both losing in the second round, while Coco Gauff also exits in the women's singles.
  
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• Dominic Thiem admits lack of confidence is impacting his play

  26-03-2023 08:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Dominic Thiem admits he is lacking confidence following yet another early tournament exit.Thiem, a former world No 3 who is now ranked at No 106 in the world, was given a main draw wildcard into the Miami Masters.On Thursday, Thiem exited Miami in the first round after suffering a 7-6 (7) 6-2 loss to Lorenzo Sonego.For Thiem, it was his fifth consecutive defeat and the Austrian now owns a 1-8 record in 2023. “It was a tight first set. Unfortunately, after the tie-break, I lost my tens
  
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• Cameron Smith is angry: No one has told me to p*** off or not talk to them

  26-03-2023 07:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  The decision made by Cameron Smith to join LIV Golf was met with a lot of reactions from the golfing world. There was no doubt that the Australian could have expected this to happen, but he made it clear that he felt LIV Golf was the right place for him. As a result of joining LIV Golf, there are some advantages as well as some disadvantages. However, Smith was able to see more advantages and made a decision to continue his story in another direction. The 'war' between LIV golfers and PGA tour p
  
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• Medvedev Rolls In Miami Masters Opener While Hurkacz Survives, Shelton Out; Fritz v Shapo Sun.

  26-03-2023 06:39
  Nine seeds fell Saturday at the Miami Masters.
  
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• Jessica Pegula agrees with Frances Tiafoe on how tennis could reach younger audience

  26-03-2023 06:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jessica Pegula agrees with Frances Tiafoe that tennis should probably introduce in at least some ways a basketball-like style in order to reach the younger audience.In 2016, a study found that the average age of an ATP fan in the United States was 61. Tennis has always been very high on keeping its traditions and etiquette intact but now there are fears that the game is just not appealing to the younger audience. “I think fans should be able to come and go and move around and spe
  
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• Gauff Eliminated At Miami Masters By Potapova; Pegula, Rybakina Advance; Keys v Krejcikova

  26-03-2023 06:19
  Only 2 of the Top 6 women remain in Miami.
  
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• Jonsson Workwear Open, Nick Bachem leads

  26-03-2023 05:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  The second round of the last tournament of the DP World Tour 2022-2023 before the Augusta Masters, the Jonsson Workwear Open, has ended. A German takes the lead somewhat surprisingly: it is Nick Bachem, one of the debutants on the circuit this year after the satisfactions on the 2022 Challenge Tour. For him -6 of the day (66 shots) and -13 total: today totals eight birdies and two bogeys.Jonsson Workwear Open, resultsSecond position for the Finn Sami Valimaki and the French Romain Langasque, bot
  
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• Victoria Azarenka does not agree with Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka claims

  26-03-2023 04:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Belarusia's Victoria Azarenka does not agree with Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka that there is tension in the locker room. In Indian Wells, Swiatek said "there is a lot of tension in the locker room" between Russian/Belarusian and Ukrainian players. This week in Miami, Belarusian tennis star Sabalenka said that "I have never faced that much hate in the locker room."“Personally, I have not seen that tension. Obviously, there are certain players that have different feelings and be
  
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• Rory McIlroy's incredible drive to get the win

  26-03-2023 04:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Buckle up ladies and gentlemen, this is definitely the most amazing drive you've ever seen!Its author is none other than Rory McIlroy, who was pushed to his limits by the amazing American Denny McCarthy on Thursday at the Austin Country Club!3 down after 6 holes, the Northern Irishman had to work hard to pick up the score. On the 9 he spectacularly saved par from the rocks in a rather awkward position.At 18, the ex-world number 1 presented himself in the position of the player who can no longer
  
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• Marta Kostyuk denies she was ever 'hateful' or 'aggressive' toward Aryna Sabalenka

  26-03-2023 03:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk says Aryna Sabalenka has definitely not experienced any kind of hate or aggression from her side.This week in Miami, Belarusia's Sabalenka said that "I have never before faced that much hate in the locker room."Also, Sabalenka claimed that "some girls are really aggressive against us (Belarusians)."Kostyuk did not agree with the hate claims but did acknowledge that there is tension between Ukrainian and Russian/Belarusian players. "I might not say 'Hi' to some player
  
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• Mats Wilander thinks Novak Djokovic is 'playing percentage game' with his competition

  26-03-2023 03:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Mats Wilander thinks Novak Djokovic is "playing a percentage game" and telling his rivals that he is going to be a Grand Slam contender as long as he is still healthy. During an interview with CNN, Djokovic - who is set to turn 36 in May - said the Grand Slams and longevity are his top priorities at this stage of his career. Djokovic, who captured a record 10th Australian Open title this past January, is tied with Rafael Nadal on the all-time Grand Slam record list with 22 Majors.Djoko
  
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• Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy won again

  26-03-2023 01:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Another victory for Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy in the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play.WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, resultsIn Texas, after the defeat in the opening match, also happened for Jon Rahm. In Austin, therefore, convincing evidence for the big world championships. The American Scheffler, number 1 and reigning champion, dominated (5&4 the final result) the meeting with the Swede Alex Noren, forced to give up after 14 holes.Tough victory for the Northern Irishman McIlroy
  
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• Cori Gauff felt 'nervous' after spotting Heat star Jimmy Butler following her match

  26-03-2023 00:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Cori Gauff admitted she started feeling a bit nervous when she spotted Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler in the stands for her Miami Open second-round match against Rebecca Marino.Gauff, seeded at No 6, had a first-round bye in Miami before she beat Marino 6-4 6-3. Butler, who is one of the biggest competitors in the NBA and well-known for his strong personality, followed Gauff's match at Stadium Court. "Jimmy Butler is here, so I was a little bit nervous when I saw him. I've watched games
  
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• It's not over for Juan Martin del Potro! He wants to return at favorite event

  26-03-2023 00:29 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former world no. 3 and Major champion Juan Martin del Potro will make another push toward a comeback! The Argentine has played only one match after Queens 2019, struggling with a knee injury and embracing a farewell match in Buenos Aires last year. However, del Potro is eager to make another push, dreaming about competing at his beloved US Open this summer. Juan Martin will test his knee in the upcoming months and see how it will respond, hoping to make another push and extend his injury-plagued
  
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• Frances Tiafoe defends the fans: "The crowd must speak and move freely"

  26-03-2023 00:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Frances Tiafoe is a tennis player who often puts on a show on the court, but also causes discussion for some attitudes.In an interview with Forbes, Frances explains how he understands tennis and how she would like it to be. He explained: "I always intend to compete hard with a smile on my face, involving the audience and making them feel part of this crazy journey we call life.I think they like it a lot. It's not something I impose on them, it's just my way of being. I like it when people are ha
  
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