Category: Tennis
Rune Ends Three-Game Losing Streak with Victory at Japan Open
[ad_1] Holger Rune had a rough start to his 2024 Asian Swing, but he improved in his second match, defeating Alejandro Tabilo in three sets at the Japan Open in Tokyo. Rune’s first match in this year’s Asian Swing was against experienced veteran Yasutaka Uchiyama from Japan in Hangzhou, where he suffered a two-set defeat….
Sinner Prioritizes Quality in Scheduling Disagreement with Alcaraz
[ad_1] Jannik Sinner is currently in China for the China Open in Beijing, where he shared his perspective on the tennis calendar compared to fellow player Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner acknowledged the length of the tennis calendar, spanning from early January to late November or early December, and highlighted the physical demands it places on players….
Shelton to face off against Opelka and Tsitsipas takes on Michelsen in exciting tennis match-ups
[ad_1] The ATP 500 in Tokyo heats up in a big way with a huge schedule on Thursday, when Ben Shelton and Reilly Opelka take the court. Fellow American Alex Michelsen is also in action against Stefanos Tsitsipas. (PR) Reilly Opelka vs. (8) Ben Shelton It will be an all-American showdown when Shelton and Opelka…
Rising stars Sinner and Jarry to face off, Bublik takes on Cobolli in exciting tennis matchups
[ad_1] Jannik Sinner headlines opening day of main-draw competition in Beijing, where he awaits big-hitting Chilean Nicolas Jarry. Alexander Bublik and Flavio Cobolli are also part of a relatively modest Thursday schedule.(1) Jannik Sinner vs. Nicolas JarrySinner skipped the recent Davis Cup festivities (Italy still qualified for the semifinals without him) and also wasn’t a…
Preview and Prediction for Tokyo Round 1: Tiafoe vs. Nakashima and Rune vs. Tabilo
[ad_1] Seeds Frances Tiafoe and Holger Rune will contest their opening matches in Tokyo on Thursday, and neither has an easy draw. Tiafoe is facing fellow American Brandon Nakashima, while Rune awaits Alejandro Tabilo.(7) Frances Tiafoe vs. Brandon Nakashima In this battle of Americans, U.S. Open semifinalist Frances Tiafoe will take on the resurgent Brandon Nakashima…
Wawrinka and Nishikori Secure Wild Card Spots at Shanghai Masters
[ad_1] Stan Wawrinka and Kei Nishikori‘s achievements throughout their careers have earned them wild cards for the upcoming Shanghai Masters. The penultimate Masters-1000 event of the season will take place in Shanghai. It runs from 2-13 October, and Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner are on the entry list for the tournament. Whether Djokovic…
Cilic Soars to Career-High Ranking After Impressive Title Win in ATP Tour
[ad_1] Marin Cilic‘s first ATP title in nearly three years was a remarkable moment, and the Croatian has skyrocketed up the rankings as a result. Cilic’s level during his prime was among the best outside Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic, regarded by most as the three greatest players ever. Their presence did not…
Thursday’s China Open Draws and Schedule for September 26, 2024
[ad_1] Alexander Bublik takes the court in Beijing on Thursday. Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images China Open Beijing, ChinaSeptember 25-October 2, 2024Prize Money: ATP $3,720,165 Elite Players Converge at China OpenThe Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center, built for the 2008 Olympic Games, is the venue for the China Open. In 2011, the…
Tennis Channel Appoints Simon as Temporary President following Solomon’s Removal
[ad_1] By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, September 25, 2024Photo credit: Fred Mullane for Tennis Channel Facebook Tennis Channel has turned to a familiar face as its new leader. Bill Simon has been named TC Interim President, Tennis Channel announced today. TN Q&A: Roger Federer on RF Collection and Best Match Simon joined the network as CFO…
Beijing Open: Zhang Shuai secures victory, while Osaka picks up first win in China
[ad_1] It was a perfect time for Zhang Shuai to break her unwanted record of 24 consecutive lost matches, in front of a home crowd at the WTA 1000 China Open in Beijing on opening day, Wednesday. On match point? Oh my god, what are you doing Shuai? When I’m sitting, there I told myself,…