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• Lombardy, Comotti wins the Bordoni Memorial

  13-05-2024 19:06 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Memorial Giorgio Bordoni presented by Aon, the first stop of the Italian Pro Tour 2024 - also included in the Alps Tour calendar, the third European circuit - was claimed by Mattia Comotti. At Appiano Gentile, in Lombardy, with a score of 195 (66 62 67, -15), he secured the all-Italian derby victory over Enrico Di Nitto, who finished 2nd with 196 (-14) after a close battle till the end. Frenchman Benjamin Kedochim finished 3rd at the La Pinetina Golf Club (par 70) with 199 (-11). Alessandro
  
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• Ana Ivanovic fires warning to Novak Djokovic's competition ahead of French Open

  24-05-2024 00:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  2008 French Open champion Ana Ivanovic has warned Novak Djokovic's competition that the 37-year-old Serb is "still the strongest contestant" to win it all at Roland Garros this year.Following a shaky start to the season and not managing to win a title through the opening three months, Djokovic's struggles continued during the clay season as well. And it all culminated after Djokovic suffered a shock 2-6 3-6 loss to Alejandro Tabilo in the Rome third round as that loss raised major doubts and con
  
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• Louisville police to investigate Scheffler's arrest

  23-05-2024 23:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  One day after the originally scheduled first court appearance of Scottie Scheffler, following his arrest last Friday before the second round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, which will finally take place on June 2 to allow the player to participate in the Charles Schwab Invitational starting this Thursday, the city police announced that they will investigate the circumstances of the arrest, which may have procedural defects that could undermine the case
  
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• The first albatross of the year for Sam Jones

  23-05-2024 23:53 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The New Zealander Sam Jones surprised with an excellent start at the Soudal Open, part of the DP World Tour, held at Rinkven International in Antwerp, Belgium, by carding a 62 (nine under par), with Spaniard Nacho Elvira, shooting a 64, sharing second place.Sam Jones, resultsAn uncommon 'albatross' (-3) on the 17th hole (a par 5 covered in just two strokes), seven birdies, and a bogey marked Jones' impressive round. At 27 years old, this is his first season on the DP World Tour (formerly the Eur
  
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• Jessica Pegula withdraws from the Roland Garros, missing her first Slam since 2019

  23-05-2024 23:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Roland Garros loses one of its protagonists; Jessica Pegula announced through an Instagram post that she withdrew from the Parisian Slam to focus on recovering from the injury that has been tormenting her for weeks. Jessica will thus miss her first Slam since 2019; in fact, the US tennis player had been playing all the Majors constantly and consecutively for almost five years.🇺🇸 Jessica Pegula has withdrawn from Roland Garros and misses her first Grand Slam since 2019.The Ame
  
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• Matteo Berrettini issues sad announcement amid working on comeback

  23-05-2024 22:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former world No. 6 Matteo Berrettini has announced that he is pulling out of the French Open because he is still "not quite ready for multiple five-set matches" despite doing his best as the 2021 Wimbledon runner-up will now focus on the grass season try to be fully ready for his favorite part of the season. After struggling with multiple injuries last year and concluding his 2023 season after the US Open due to an ankle issue, Berrettini returned to action in March at the Phoenix Chal
  
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• LET, the Jabra Ladies Open 2024 in France

  23-05-2024 21:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Ladies European Tour is set to make a stop in France for the Jabra Ladies Open, scheduled from May 23rd to 25th, featuring 54 holes at the Evian Resort Golf Club in Evian-les-Bains. Virginia Elena Carta and Alessandra Fanali will be competing on the course, which will later host a Major, the Amundi Evian Championship, from July 11th to 14th. They are returning to the field after a brief rest.Let, scheduleAlthough the top four ranked players are absent from the field, there are still many com
  
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• Novak Djokovic makes deeply honest admission after notching win on 37th birthday

  23-05-2024 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Novak Djokovic admitted his birthday would have probably been ruined with a Geneva loss but the world No. 1 avoided that scenario and ended up having a great birthday.On Wednesday, Djokovic turned 37 and also made his debut on the clay courts of Geneva with a 6-3 6-3 win over Yannick Hanfmann. After the match, the organizers surprised Djokovic with something they specially organized as the record 24-time Grand Slam champion was gifted with a birthday cake while the entire stadium sang happy
  
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• Golfers arrested: Scheffler like Tiger Woods

  23-05-2024 20:46 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The image of Scottie Scheffler, arrested and taken away by the police, has gone viral worldwide, shocking golf enthusiasts and capturing the media's attention on a reality that, although less known, is not isolated in the world of sports. Golfers, synonymous with elegance and discipline, have seen their image overshadowed by the shadow of the law on more than one occasion.Scottie Scheffler, newsOne of the earliest cases dates back to the 1930s when Jack McGurn, better known as Machine Gun Jack,
  
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• Jordan Spieth Voices Concerns Over Golf Negotiation Rumors

  23-05-2024 20:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jordan Spieth, one of the more intriguing names on the golf scene, spoke about the negotiations between the PGA Tour and Saudi PIF, hoping that this story can finally come to an end. Since the beginning of these negotiations, various rumors and stories have emerged, but what fans are most interested in is whether an agreement will soon be reached. Judging by everything that's happening, a deal doesn't seem like a realistic option. Jordan Spieth recently shifted focus to rumors about players
  
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• Barbara Schett chooses Djokovic and Nadal for the Roland Garros

  23-05-2024 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  In an exclusive interview for SuperTennis, former player and Eurosport commentator Barbara Schett talked about the upcoming Roland Garros, explaining how Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal should not be underestimated by young people like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. The young Spaniard and the young Italian arrive in Paris after weeks spent more out than on the court, due to their respective forearm and hip injuries. The two are expected to play, but there is uncertainty about their physical c
  
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• Connors said the Roland Garros 2024 is the best chance for Zverev's generation

  23-05-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Novak Djokovic © Getty Images Sport - Julian Finney
   During the recent episode of Advantage Connors podcast, the former US legend and his son Brett analyzed what could happen at the Roland Garros. Jimmy Connors explained how this edition of the French Open is also a great opportunity for Alexander Zverev's generation to win the tournament, considering how the conditions of Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal leave room for possible Parisian surprises."Now, with Federer gone, Nadal injured
  
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• Naomi Osaka reveals what changed after motherhood

  23-05-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  "Being a mother forced me to look at life differently. I know a lot of people probably think I retired that year, but it made me so much more grateful for the sport and, in turn, made me realize that there there are so many possibilities outside of tennis. I realized that I still love playing tennis." After last year's absence due to pregnancy, Naomi Osaka will return to play the Roland Garros, taking advantage of the protected ranking. The Japanese woman, in an interview with The Guardian,
  
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• Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev set Roland Garros R1 thriller!

  23-05-2024 16:51 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Two years after their incredible semi-final, Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev will fight in the Roland Garros first round! The tennis gods decided to pair two great rivals at the beginning of the event, setting their second Court Philippe-Chatrier clash. Nadal entered Roland Garros with a protected ranking after playing only six tournaments since the start of 2023, struggling with injuries and missing many tournaments. The king of clay is probably playing his last Roland Garros, hoping for a go
  
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• Roger Federer could attend Rafael Nadal's matches at the Roland Garros

  23-05-2024 16:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Roger Federer is currently in Paris for a special event of his sponsor UNIQLO and was the special guest at the inauguration of a tennis court in La Courneuve, north of Paris. The Swiss spent time with young people, playing tennis with them and still showing exceptional shots. Roger, however, could remain in Paris in the next few days, to watch the matches of his historic rivals Novak Djokovic and, above all, Rafa Nadal on the Philippe Chatrier. Nothing is certain yet, but could Roger's presence
  
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• Nadal draws No. 4 Zverev to start French farewell

  23-05-2024 15:53 via espn.com
  
  Rafael Nadal is in the French Open field after all, and the 14-time champion was set up for a challenging first-round matchup against Alexander Zverev.
  
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• Iga Swiatek, Naomi Osaka on course for blockbuster early clash at French Open

  23-05-2024 15:13 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka are on the course for an early French Open showdown as the Parisian crowd will likely have a chance to watch two multiple Grand Slam champions clash against each other in the second round.Today, the French Open released the main draw of the men's and women's events as defending champion Swiatek starts against a qualifier, while former world No. 1 Osaka will be taking on world No. 48 Lucia Bronzetti. Regardless of which qualifier Swiatek plays in the first round,
  
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• Ferrero predicts Carlos Alcaraz's victory at Roland Garros

  23-05-2024 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Carlos Alcaraz will play the Roland Garros after overcoming the forearm injury that has tormented him in recent weeks. Although the Spanish player's physical condition may not be at the top, he is still among the favorites to win the Parisian Slam final.Carlos Alcaraz© Julian Finney / Staff Getty Images Sport His coach Juan Carlos Ferrero has no doubts; he is convinced that Alcaraz will win the Roland Garros, if not this year then in the future. The Spaniard's coach believes that Carli
  
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• Diego Dedura-Palomero writes Challenger history at 16

  23-05-2024 13:43 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Diego Dedura-Palomero, 16, wrote history at the Schwaben Open Challenger in Augsburg. The young German made a successful Challenger debut, toppling Daniel Dutra da Silva 6-7, 7-5, 6-2 in two hours and 28 minutes. Thus, Dedura-Palomero became the first player born in 2008 to win a Challenger match. The youngster trailed 7-6, 4-1 before embracing a notable comeback, prevailing in the second set and ousting a fellow qualifier in the decider to advance into the second round. The rain sent them
  
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• Pegula still recovering, withdraws from French

  23-05-2024 12:38 via espn.com
  
  World No. 5 Jessica Pegula has pulled out of the French Open as she continues to focus on her recovery from injuries.
  
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• WATCH: Sinner trains with Nishikori at the Roland Garros

  23-05-2024 12:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner should play the Roland Garros. The Italian tennis player carried out training where he assessed his condition and thus decided to play the Parisian Slam, as it would seem that the hip injury is at least partially overcome. Sinner trained for two hours with Kei Nishikori, testing and evaluating his conditions as positive, thus effectively entering the tournament. Jannik had precautionally decided to skip the ATP Masters 1000 in Rome so as not to aggravate the hip problem suffered at
  
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• Murray vs Wawrinka, Nadal vs Zverev in French Open first round

  23-05-2024 11:07 via skysports.com
  
  Andy Murray will play Stan Wawrinka in the first round of the French Open, which starts on Sunday, and 14-time winner Rafael Nadal has been handed a blockbuster first-round tie against Alexander Zverev.
  
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• Birthday boy Novak Djokovic wins in Geneva

  23-05-2024 10:23 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  World no. 1 Novak Djokovic made a winning start at the ATP 250 event in Geneva. Novak faced Yannick Hanfmann in the second round and scored a 6-3, 6-3 victory in an hour and 29 minutes, beating his opponent and the rain on his 37th birthday! Djokovic built the advantage before the rain delay and lost his focus a bit when they returned, trailing 3-0 in the second set before rattling off six games. The Serb played against 11 break points in a couple of challenging games, denying ten and
  
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• Paula Badosa makes candid admission month after sharing 'scary' news

  23-05-2024 10:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Paula Badosa admits she is not in the position where she wants to be amid a chronic back issue diagnosis but the former world No. 2 still keeps hope that she can beat the best and be among the top players in the game. After struggling for a year with constant back issues, 26-year-old Badosa shared in late April that she was diagnosed with a chronic back issue a month earlier. Upon receiving her diagnosis, one of the options for Badosa was to walk away from pro tennis - but she refused to go
  
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• Caroline Garcia details why she sees Novak Djokovic in Iga Swiatek

  23-05-2024 09:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Caroline Garcia says Iga Swiatek looks like a bit of "a robot" in an emotional aspect and adds she sees a bit of Novak Djokovic in the Polish world No. 1 who has dominated the women's game for the past two years. After Ashleigh Barty shockingly retired from tennis at the age of 25 while still being the top-ranked player in the world, Swiatek took the throne from the former three-time Grand Slam champion and since then she has been widely considered the best player in women's tennis. Si
  
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• Nick Kyrgios lands big Wimbledon gig... And it likely means he won't play there

  23-05-2024 08:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Nick Kyrgios has landed another gig in tennis broadcasting as the Australian tennis star is set to be a part of BBC's coverage for 2024 Wimbledon. Kyrgios, who has appeared in just one tournament since the start of 2023 due to knee and wrist surgeries, made his debut in the booth in late 2023 and since then he has also started his own podcast. After working as an analyst for Tennis Channel during the 2023 ATP Finals, Kyrgios also worked as a commentator and analyst during this year's A
  
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• Maria Sakkari fires stern warning to Iga Swiatek, rest of 'WTA Big Three' ahead of RG

  23-05-2024 07:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Maria Sakkari acknowledges Iga Swiatek has been absolutely outstanding over the last few years but adds that she is "not paying too much attention" to the WTA Big Three talk as the Greek tennis star believes "everyone is beatable," including the Polish world No. 1.Since Ashleigh Barty's retirement, Swiatek is the player who has accomplished by far the most on the WTA Tour and is now widely regarded as the best player in women's tennis. Last year, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina also further e
  
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• Naomi Osaka shares what was really happening when everyone thought she retired

  23-05-2024 06:58 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Naomi Osaka, 26, says being away from tennis during pregnancy was eye-opening in some ways as it helped the Japanese tennis star get a new perspective on life and career and ultimately realize that deep inside she still wanted to be a pro tennis player. After going public about her battle with depression and anxiety during the 2021 season and taking two breaks to address her mental health, Osaka didn't play much during the 2022 season either as she appeared in just 11 tournaments - with her
  
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• Andre Agassi is the new captain of the Laver Cup Team World

  23-05-2024 01:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  From a tennis legend to another: starting from the 2025 edition, Andre Agassi will replace John McEnroe as captain of Team World at the Laver Cup. Next year the team tournament created by Roger Federer to pay homage to Rod Laver will be played in San Francisco, in California. Andre Agassi (@AndreAgassi) is ready to lead Team World to victory when he takes over as Captain for Laver Cup 2025. pic.twitter.com/wd2QW8bcmm— Laver Cup (@LaverCup) May 22, 2024"I am truly honored to accept the
  
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• Xander Schauffele's Wife Shares Emotional Testimony Following His Victory

  23-05-2024 00:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Xander Schauffele has achieved his long-dreamt dream. The golfer, who many criticized for not winning Majors, considering him the 'best golfer without a Major,' managed to silence all those doubts and achieve his goal. Schauffele entered the PGA Championship dominantly from the first day, ready to defeat his competition. The American couldn't hide his happiness after his phenomenal performance, and he seemed like a weight had been lifted off his shoulders. What impressed many was also
  
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