Tennis
'I'm Not Expecting Anyone to Support Me': Stefanos Tsitsipas Jokes About Andy Murray Encounter at Wimbledon 2023
The 24-year-old Greek star beat Dominic Thiem 3-6, 7-6, 6-2, 6-7, 7-6, to set up a second-round clash against British two-time Wimbledon champion Murray. When quizzed about his upcoming encounter against the 36-year-old during the on-court interview, Tsit...
Two Climate Activists Interrupt Wimbledon Match by Scattering Orange Confetti And Puzzle Pieces on Grass
They were wearing T-shirts from Just Stop Oil — a protest group that wants the British government to stop new oil, gas and coal projects.
'Going to Play Sport Regardless of Gender': Sania Mirza Hails Influence of Parents on Her Glittery Career
The 36-year-old revealed the deep connection her family has with the sport of cricket and opined that she would have picked up the cricket bat instead of the tennis racquet had she been a boy, but hailed the support of her parents and their drive to enrol...
'From Slazenger to Barclays': Wimbledon's Ballet With Commercial Partners Through the Ages
For aeons, Wimbledon has managed to hold on to the quintessential English aura that has kept the event pristine in nature and abstained from giving in to vulgar commercialisation. But SW19 is no stranger to innovations that can help in perpetuating its es...
'Really Sad to Say...': Nick Kyrgios Pulls Out of Wimbledon Due to Wrist Injury
Last year's runner-up Nick Kyrgios pulled out of Wimbledon with a wrist injury, the Australian said before the start of the grasscourt grand slam
'Don't Know How he's Doing it': Daniil Medvedev Hails Novak Djokovic as 'The Greatest'
Novak Djokovic racked up a men's record 23rd Grand Slam title with a third French Open triumph last month.
Alexander Bublik Powers Past Alexander Zverev in Straight Sets to Reach Halle Open Final
Alexander Bublik defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3 7-5 to book his place in the Halle Open final
'Disrespectful to Say I'm the Greatest': Novak Djokovic after Record-Breaking Grand Slam Win
The 36-year-old Djokovic defeated Casper Ruud in straight sets in the French Open final, breaking the tie of 22 majors
Disqualified for Accidentally Hitting a Ball Girl, Miyo Kato Becomes French Open Champion
Miyo Kato and her German partner Tim Puetz defeated Bianca Andreescu and Michael Venus 4-6, 6-4, 10-6 in the mixed doubles final at Roland Garros
Aryna Sabalenka Sets Up Elina Svitolina French Open Clash, Boycotts Media
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Sloane Stephens 7-6(5) 6-4 and will face Elina Svitolina in the French Open quarter-finals
French Open 2023: 'It's 50-50', Says Peru's Juan Pablo Varillas Ahead of Novak Djokovic Clash
Varillas is the first player from Peru to reach the second week of a Grand Slam since Jaime Yzaga made the US Open quarter-finals 29 years ago.
Roland Garros: Alexander Zverev Wins First French Open Match Since Ankle Injury
Alexander Zverev, who was the third seed last year, is only seeded 22nd this time around after struggling to recapture his best form since returning to the ATP Tour.
Madrid Open: Carlos Alcaraz Beats Grigor Dimitrov, Iga Swiatek Breezes Past Bernarda Pera
Alcaraz eased past Dimitrov in straight sets 6-2, 7-5 and stayed on track to defend his title on home soil as he progressed to the round of 16. While Swiatek made quick work of her opponent, Pera, to register a 6-3, 6-2 win
Barcelona Open: Carlos Alcaraz Emulates Rafael Nadal by Clinching Title in Catalonia
Alcaraz became the first player since Rafael Nadal to repeat as Barcelona Open champion with a comfortable 6-3, 6-4 win over Stefanos Tsitsipas on Sunday, securing his third title of the year and ninth of his nascent career
Barcelona Open: Carlos Alcaraz and Stefanos Tsitsipas Set up Title Encounter
Defending champion Alcaraz breezed past Dan Evans in straight sets as he registered a 6-2, 6-2 win in the semi-final of the tournament in Catalunya, while Tsispas got the better of Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 5-7, 6-3 to set up a summit clash against the Spaniar...
Rafael Nadal Withdraws From ATP Barcelona in Fresh French Open Blow
The Barcelona tournament starts on Saturday and the French Open on May 28. Rafael Nadal said it hurt him to miss Barcelona.