Category: Tennis
Djokovic Lavishes Alcaraz with High Praise
Carlos Alcaraz will be Novak Djokovic‘s opponent in the 2024 Wimbledon Championships final, and the Serbian has called him one of the greatest 21-year-olds tennis has ever seen. The young Spaniard is a special player; there is no denying that. At age 21, he’s already up to three Grand Slam trophies and has a chance…
Photos of the Wimbledon Men’s Semifinals Captured by Renowned Tennis Journalist Rob Newell
By Rob Newell/CameraSport | @Tennis_Now | Saturday, July 13, 2024All Photos: Rob Newell/CameraSport Editor’s Note: Accomplished British photographer Rob Newell of CameraSport is shooting his ninth Wimbledon for Tennis Now in 2024. Today, Rob Newell shares his favorite shots from The Championships men’s semifinals. Here are Rob Newell’s favorite shots from Carlos Alcaraz’s epic five-set win over…
Novak Djokovic Faces Criticism After Opting for Violin Celebration in Honor of Daughter at Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic has had a few signature win celebrations over the years, but his latest, which he started using at the 2024 Wimbledon Championships, might be his favorite. The Serbian generally isn’t one of those players who celebrates winning matches in a big way, but that’s normal for someone who has won 1110 matches in…
Djokovic Determined to Avenge Loss to Alcaraz in Wimbledon Final
Novak Djokovic advanced to the 2024 Wimbledon Championships final, where he will face Carlos Alcaraz, determined to go beyond just reaching the final. Djokovic impressively made it to the Wimbledon final despite concerns about his knee following recent surgery. His strong performance in the later rounds, including victories over opponents like Lorenzo Musetti, secured his…
Alcaraz Halts Ranking Decline with Second Wimbledon Final Appearance
Carlos Alcaraz will retain his spot in the top three of the ATP rankings after advancing into his second Wimbledon final. For the second year in a row, Alcaraz will face seven-time champion Novak Djokovic on Centre Court on the final Sunday of the Championships. The Spaniard recovered from losing the opening set in his…
Roddick Provides Insight on Djokovic’s Injury Rehabilitation
Andy Roddick was willing to backtrack on his original prediction of betting against Novak Djokovic to recover and play at this year’s Wimbledon. Djokovic underwent surgery for a torn meniscus after his fourth-round match against Francisco Cerundolo at Roland Garros on June 5th. And he had a short window of precisely 25 days before his…
Djokovic advances to his 10th Wimbledon final
Novak Djokovic cruised into his 10th Wimbledon final despite the valiant efforts of his opponent, Lorenzo Musetti who was making his debut in a major semi-final. I am satisfied and pleased, but I don’t want to stop here – hopefully I’ll get my hands on the trophy (again). Novak Djokovic It was also the Serbian’s…
Alcaraz and Djokovic cruise into the final
Getty Images It will be Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final. Again. Twelve months after Alcaraz took down Djokovic in a five-set thriller to lift the trophy at the All-England Club, they will once again battle for the title following respective semifinal victories on Friday. Alcaraz overcame Daniil Medvedev 6-7(1), 6-3, 6-4,…
Alcaraz Issues Challenge to Djokovic Before Wimbledon Final
Carlos Alcaraz will face Novak Djokovic in the 2024 Wimbledon Championships final, and he will approach it very confidently. Beating Djokovic at Wimbledon was one of the toughest challenges in tennis. It couldn’t be compared to beating Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros, but it was still one of the biggest accomplishments, for those few that…
Serena Williams to Host ESPYs, Perform for Maria Sharapova, Addresses Harrison Butker
By Erik Gudris | @atntennis | Friday, July 12, 2024 Tennis legend Serena Williams served up fashion, songs, and heat at the 2024 ESPY Awards in Los Angeles. The 23-time major singles champion hosted the awards show that honors accomplishments across all sports including high school, college, and professional. MORE: Wimbledon Ladies’ Singles Semifinal Photo…