Category: Tennis
Serena Williams Alleges Racial Bias Played a Role in Harsh Judgment
[ad_1] Serena Williams has often spoken about the challenges of being a person of color in a predominantly ‘white’ sport. It was a tough experience for her at times. Biases exist everywhere, and everyone grows up with them, consciously or unconsciously. Overcoming biases requires effort and life experience, which most people gradually acquire as they…
Opelka, Former World No. 17, Makes Stunning Comeback with First Tour-Level Win in 2 Years at Newport Open
[ad_1] Reilly Opelka is back on the ATP Tour, and he’s back with an impressive win, downing Constant Lestienne at the 2024 Newport Open. The tall American has been away from the sport for quite some time. Apart from one appearance at the ATP Challenger tournament in Charlottesville, where he beat Tennys Sandgren 6-4, 7-5,…
Djokovic’s Impressive Recovery Skills Too Much for Alcaraz to Overcome
[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz might have defeated Novak Djokovic in the 2024 Wimbledon Championships final, but he was still impressed with Djokovic’s performance in London. Just weeks before the grass-court major began, the seven-time champion was expected to miss Wimbledon due to meniscus surgery and his withdrawal from Roland Garros. Recovering in time to compete was…
Top 3 US Players Omitted From Davis Cup Nomination by Team USA
[ad_1] The US Davis Cup Team will want to qualify for the 2024 Davis Cup Finals, but they must do it without their top three players. To play in the Davis Cup Finals, teams first need to play in the Qualifiers, and the date for that tournament usually isn’t ideal, as it’s held right after…
Alcaraz Sets High Expectations for Paris Olympics, Focused on Performance Rather Than Results
[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz will be the top favorite in Paris at the 2024 Olympics, but he has no expectations regarding results. By winning the 2024 Roland Garros, the 21-year-old Spanish player will be the top favorite at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The event is played on clay, which is a huge boost for him, but…
Remarkable Stats: 21-Year-Old Carlos Alcaraz Makes Waves in Tennis World
[ad_1] By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday July 15, 2024 Carlos Alcaraz. The gift that keeps on giving. The 21-year-old continued his romp through Europe this summer, finishing off his Wimbledon title with a glowing 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) takedown of Novak Djokovic in Sunday’s final on Centre Court. The Spaniard is now a four-time…
The ultimate beginner’s guide to tennis: Everything you need to know
[ad_1] Tennis Betting Guide for Beginners To become a successful sports bettor in the fast-paced world of tennis, it is essential to have control over your nerves and understand the nuances of sports betting. This guide is tailored for those interested in learning how to bet on various sports, including tennis, and aims to turn…
Benjamin Bonzi Triumphs at Winnipeg National Bank Challenger Tournament
[ad_1] Benjamin Bonzi of France is back in the win column, claiming his first title in over two years on Sunday at the 2024 Winnipeg National Bank Challenger presented by MBuilds. The 28-year-old Frenchman defeated Japan’s Sho Shimabukuro 5-7, 6-1, 6-4 in the championship match to capture the crown at the seventh edition of the…
Interview with Rune about his split from Becker and recent social media controversy
[ad_1] Holger Rune is no longer working with Boris Becker, but the Danish player dismissed suggestions that working with him was a mistake. Many believed Rune and Becker were a match made in heaven, but now it’s clear this was far from the truth. The German was hired by Rune last year to fix issues…
Paolini Cracks Top-5, Krejcikova Enters Top-10 Rankings Following Wimbledon
[ad_1] By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday July 15, 2024 After a remarkable run through the Grand Slams in Paris and Wimbledon, Italy’s Jasmine Paolini is into the Top-5. The 28-year-old makes her Top-5 debut in Monday’s WTA rankings, while Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova rises to No.10 (from a pre-Wimbledon ranking of 32). Welcome…