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• Swiatek and Sabalenka set for rematch in Rome final - live on Sky Sports

  17-05-2024 16:06 via skysports.com
  
  Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka will prepare for a blockbuster rematch at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia final in Rome on Saturday - live on Sky Sports.
  
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• Bianca Andreescu details how she, Emma Raducanu found themselves in 'tough position'

  16-06-2024 07:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Bianca Andreescu says she perfectly understands what Emma Raducanu has been going through as the 23-year-old Canadian insists winning a Grand Slam at a very young age brings pressure and attention that is not easily manageable. In 2019, Andreescu was 18 when she became a WTA 1000 champion in Indian Wells, and just after turning 19, she also won a WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto and became a Grand Slam champion at the US Open. Since then, five years have passed and Andreescu hasn't won any ti
  
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• Ex top-10 star fires brutally honest injury warning to Novak Djokovic

  16-06-2024 06:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former 13-time ATP champion Nicolas Almagro is warning Novak Djokovic to be "extra cautious" with his knee meniscus injury as similar knee issues basically forced him and Roger Federer to retirement.In 2017, Almagro was taking on Juan Martin del Potro in the French Open third round and they were tied to one set apiece and to one game apiece in the third when the former world No. 9 sustained a knee injury. After realizing that it was probably a serious knee injury, Almagro became emotional as del
  
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• Kim Jong Il, the historical 38 under par at 52

  16-06-2024 05:41 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  On June 10, 1977, at the South Course of the Colonial Country Club in Tennessee, Al Geiberger made history as "Mr. 59". On that unforgettable day, Geiberger hit every fairway and green, using only 23 putts to score 59, thus breaking the barrier of 60 strokes on the PGA Tour. Since then, only 10 other players have managed to equal or surpass this feat.Golf, resultsThe most notable of these performances occurred in August 2016, during the final day of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highla
  
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas gets ripped by ex-fitness coach after their partnership ends

  16-06-2024 05:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Fitness coach Christos Fiotakis has left Stefanos Tsitsipas' team and now he is calling out Tsitsipas as he claims he left the Greek tennis star over dissatisfaction with his work ethic and after he was left feeling that the 25-year-old's primary focus wasn't on tennis but on some other stuff.After working with Tsitsipas for a couple of years, Fiotakis became a full-time member of the Greek's team for the 2024 season. But after Tsitsipas' straight-set defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open
  
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• Novak Djokovic's ex-coach responds to Toni Nadal's comment that angered Serb's fans

  16-06-2024 04:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former Novak Djokovic's coach and Serbian Davis Cup team captain Bogdan Obradovic has shut down any malicious intent behind Toni Nadal's comments from late 2023, when Rafael Nadal's uncle said they needed the Serb to get injured so the Spaniard could have bigger chances at the Australian Open. After Nadal confirmed that he would be able to kick off his comeback at the start of 2024 and play at the Australian Open, Uncle Toni was asked to rate his nephew's chances at Melbourne Park, where in
  
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• Maria Sakkari opens up on panic attacks on courts, relationship with her boyfriend

  16-06-2024 03:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Maria Sakkari revealed her first panic attack on the court came after her career-high ranking as becoming the world No. 3 brought immense pressure on the Greek's back and made her think she couldn't afford herself to lose because of her high ranking. After finishing as runner-up in St. Petersburg and being a semifinalist in Doha in early 2022, Sakkari continued her fine form at a WTA 1000 tournament in Indian Wells, where she made the final before losing to Iga Swiatek.En route to making he
  
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• Taylor comes back and takes the lead, Fiorellini ok

  16-06-2024 02:33 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  At the Golf Nazionale in Sutri (Viterbo), Italy, Amy Taylor has surged from 12th place to take the lead at the Ladies Italian Open after the second-to-last round. The English golfer posted a score of 137 (70 67, -7 under par), leading the tournament by one stroke ahead of Switzerland's Tiffany Arafi, who sits in second place with 138 (-6).Open, golfTaylor, a 23-year-old from Norwich, had a stellar round of 67 (-5), highlighted by six birdies and marred by just one bogey, marking her best round o
  
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• Serena Williams shares locker room chatter she overheard about her, Venus Williams

  16-06-2024 02:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Serena Williams has told quite a story as she claims she overheard fellow players in the locker room talking about wanting to beat her and her sister Venus Williams because they felt that was what needed to be done in order to win a tournament. The Williams sisters, who have won a combined 30 Grand Slam titles in singles, are widely considered the greatest sister duo in tennis history and their dominance was at its highest level in the 2000s. Shortly after Serena Williams became a Grand Sla
  
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• Roger Federer adds more after confessing he didn't give Novak Djokovic respect

  16-06-2024 01:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Roger Federer added a bit more after confessing that he and his fans probably didn't give Novak Djokovic the respect the Serb deserved early in his career as the Swiss tennis icon says that could have been used as "a fuel" and that the now record 24-time Grand Slam champion certainly did exactly that.During his graduation at the Dartmouth College, Federer admitted that he didn't like Djokovic very much when they first met at the Monte Carlo Masters in 2006. Back then, Federer was the best player
  
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• Us Open, hole in one by Francesco Molinari

  16-06-2024 00:33 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Plot twist at the US Open in Pinehurst, North Carolina, as Francesco Molinari pulls off a spectacular "hole in one" on his final hole, thus making the cut and keeping alive his slim hopes of qualifying for the Paris Olympics. With a precise shot from 194 yards (approximately 177 meters) using a 7-iron, the Turin native notched the 53rd hole-in-one in US Open history, marking his third such feat on the PGA Tour after the 2015 Phoenix Open (third round) and the 2019 Arnold Palmer (first round), wh
  
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• Roger Federer rips early morning doping tests: "That hour of your life goes away"

  16-06-2024 00:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Anti-doping tests are a bastion of regularity in sports competitions but can often cause discomfort in athletes, who have to waste a lot of time in order to be tested. Roger Federer, for example, has been tested many times in his career and, like him, all the other top players. Drug tests are often done early in the morning, such as 7:00 am; it would certainly be an inconvenience for anyone, especially because these checks arrive unexpectedly and at inconvenient times.Roger Federer© Kate Gr
  
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• Jannik Sinner sends a beautiful message to Italy before Euro 2024

  15-06-2024 23:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Yesterday officially began Euro2024, the European Club Football Championship where our Italy will try to defend the title it won three years ago. A great adventure and the Azzurri will make their debut tonight against Albania.Jannik Sinner© Clive Brunskill / Staff Getty Images Sport Not an easy round and the Italian national team will have to get the pass for the Round of 16 in the challenges against Albania, Croatia and Spain. For Luciano Spalletti it will not be easy, for him it will
  
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• Serena lauds Clark, hopes she'll 'stay grounded'

  15-06-2024 23:20 via espn.com
  
  Speaking to reporters at the Tribeca Film Festival on Thursday, Serena Williams, winner of 23 Grand Slam tournaments, said she understands why WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark avoids social media, and that she hopes that the WNBA rookie tunes out negativity.
  
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• Novak Djokovic trains hard and 'sees' Wimbledon

  15-06-2024 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Signs of absolute recovery for Novak Djokovic, who will try to arrive at Wimbledon and Paris Olympics in the best possible condition. After the arthroscopic surgery he underwent following the injury suffered at Roland Garros, the 37-year-old reacted in a surprising way, as stated by Antoine Gerometta, the surgeon who operated on the Serbian champion.  Djokovic was able to walk again without the aid of crutches after a week, and in recent days he has already returned to training.A video publ
  
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• Andrey Rublev to miss Olympics

  15-06-2024 22:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  In the 2024 edition of the Olympics, very few Russian and Belarusian players will have the opportunity to participate in the event scheduled to take place in Paris. The two nations have been banned, and all athletes who will be present will perform under the banner of 'Individual neutral athletes,' with a jade-green flag that will be flown only for the awards ceremony and an ad hoc anthem with no lyrics.Andrey Rublev, Roland Garros 2024© Clive Brunskill / Staff - Getty Images Sport In
  
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• Watch: Carlos Alcaraz returns to Queen's ahead of title defense chase

  15-06-2024 22:17 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Roland Garros champion Carlos Alcaraz is back on the court after enjoying the Parisian title for a couple of days! Carlos arrived in London and hit the practice court at the ATP 500 event at Queen's, hoping to defend the title he claimed a year ago. Alcaraz took a short vacation to Ibiza, celebrating his third Major title at 21 before traveling to London, preparing for the first-round Queen's clash against Francisco Cerundolo. Carlos arrived at Queen's a year ago following the Roland Garros
  
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• Jannik Sinner has the weapons to win on grass

  15-06-2024 21:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner will also be able to make a difference on grass, a surface over the years hostile to Italian tennis players, without having to distort his game. This is the opinion released by Paolo Bertolucci, in an analysis in the columns of Gazzetta dello Sport, who wanted to get off the hook about what the South Tyrolean could achieve this year in the tournaments he will play in Halle and, of course, Wimbledon.Jannik Sinner© Tim Goode / Stringer Getty Images Sport In the wake of what
  
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• Jannik Sinner's emotion: "Winning the first Slam was a dream"

  15-06-2024 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  "Winning my first Grand Slam tournament in 2024 was a dream come true. With my team we work tirelessly, day after day, on many aspects to try to improve and achieve results like this. An appointment that I look forward to In my career it is the Olympic Games, the biggest sporting event. Having won the Davis Cup with and for Italy, I am very motivated to add a medal for my country."This is the part that Jannik Sinner plays in the book Peace Games. The soul of the Olympics and Paralympics (in
  
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• Matteo Berrettini improves his ATP ranking

  15-06-2024 20:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Only in the first set did the Italian derby played in Stuttgart show balance. In the long run, however, Matteo Berrettini reaffirmed what are the hierarchies on grass, a surface capable of enhancing his qualities and making him one of the most dangerous tennis players on the circuit for all players.Matteo Berrettini© Paul Harding / Stringer Getty Images Sport The Italian reached his fourteenth final, his third at the Boss Open, and will be hunting for his ninth career title after handi
  
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• Queen's Club draw could see Alcaraz face Draper early on

  15-06-2024 19:54 via skysports.com
  
  Carlos Alcaraz's defence of the cinch Championships at Queen's Club could see him face Britain's Jack Draper in the second round.
  
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• Raducanu vs Boulter to continue on Sunday after thrilling tie-break

  15-06-2024 19:44 via skysports.com
  
  Emma Raducanu and defending champion Katie Boulter will continue their Rothesay Open semi-final on Sunday after play was halted following the conclusion of a thrilling tie-break.
  
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• Incredible numbers for Matteo Berrettini on grass

  15-06-2024 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Matteo Berrettini did not stop and reached the semifinals in Stuttgart, beating Australian Jordan Duckworth. With a solid showing, the Italian secured the challenge in the penultimate act of the tournament with compatriot Lorenzo Musetti, who benefited from the withdrawal of Alexander Bublik.Matteo Berrettini© Paul Harding / Stringer Getty Images Sport The Italian tennis player once again confirmed his effectiveness on grass. One figure in particular testifies to this reality: 7 quarte
  
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• Jack Draper shines on grass, seeking his first ATP title in Stuttgart

  15-06-2024 19:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The 22-year-old Jack Draper will compete in his third ATP final in Stuttgart, seeking his first ATP title. The young Briton suffered an early Roland Garros loss after a five-setter, focusing on the fastest surface and displaying his A-game at the ATP 250 event in Stuttgart. Draper kicked off the action against Sebastian Ofner, prevailing in two tie breaks after taking pivotal points. The Austrian broke first in the second set, opening a 5-3 advantage and serving for the set in game ten. The Brit
  
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• Serena Williams revealed the difficulties she faced as a teenager

  15-06-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Mental health, the stress of travel, expectations and pressure: these are all factors that a tennis player has to live with, even if you are the best in the world, even if you are Serena Williams. The former legendary American champion attended the Tribeca Festival, where the premiere of the docu-series In The Arena: Serena Williams took place. Interviewed by the Associated Press, the American revealed all the difficulties she faced when she was a teenager who was already taking up tennis, with
  
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• Tiger Woods' Uncertain US Open Future After Failing to Make Cut at Pinehurst

  15-06-2024 18:45 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Although many did not expect a great performance from Tiger Woods at the last US Open, there were still expectations that he would make the cut. The 48-year-old golfer shot a second-round 73, which unfortunately was not enough. The brilliant golfer, explaining his plans for the future, emphasized that he will probably play one more event and then make a comeback. Woods cannot be happy with his performance, aware that he is far from the form he once had. Despite injuries being a significant
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz wants a custom logo

  15-06-2024 18:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Perhaps the most unpredictable and somewhat fascinating phase of the season. After the conclusion of Roland Garros, immediately from Monday, the first appointments on grass began. Some top players have decided to take the court immediately, while many others will fully recharge their energies this week before returning to official competition on the major circuit.Carlos Alcaraz© Justin Setterfield / Staff Getty Images Sport One thing is certain: Jannik Sinner will remain world number o
  
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• Jannik Sinner to star in famous videogame

  15-06-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  For top players, it is one of the main events to prepare for the Wimbledon tournament. As many as six top 10 players have chosen the Atp 500 in Halle to familiarize themselves with the grass before finally landing in London for the third Slam of the season.The German event, scheduled for June 17-23, thus promises plenty of entertainment: late in the morning, the draw was made official with Jannik Sinner leading the seeding as the top seed.Jannik Sinner© Clive Brunskill / Staff Getty Images
  
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• 's-Hertogenbosch: Bianca Andreescu win away from winning 1st title since 2019 US Open

  15-06-2024 17:13 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former world No. 4 Bianca Andreescu is now just one win away from winning her first title since the 2019 US Open after the Canadian defeated Dalma Galfi to reach the 's-Hertogenbosch final.Andreescu, who is currently ranked at No. 228 in the world and playing just her second tournament since returning from a back injury at the French Open, ousted world No. 138 Galfi 6-4 6-2.On Sunday, Andreescu will be playing against either No. 2 seed Liudmila Samsonova or third-seeded Ekaterina Alexandrova for
  
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• Rafael Nadal's humility: "I'll try to be a good doubles partner for Carlos Alcaraz"

  15-06-2024 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  There are unmissable events for a sportsman; Rafael Nadal knows this well and, precisely for this reason, he has decided to focus all his energies on the Paris Olympic Games, which tennis tournament will be played on the clay-courts of Roland Garros Stadium. Precisely for this reason, Rafa chose to skip Wimbledon, so as not to further complicate his preparation with the double switch: clay-grass and grass-clay. A necessary sacrifice, skipping the Championships, to be able to continue dreaming of
  
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