Category: Tennis
Novak Djokovic smoothly advances at Roland Garros in Paris
Novak Djokovic, the defending champion at this year’s French Open, closed the first round of matches with a straight sets win over local boy Pierre-Hughes Herbert. I don’t know how long I’ll have opportunities to play at a high level so I try to use it, I try to do everything I possibly can to…
Alcaraz outlasts Sinner in thrilling five-set match to advance to French Open final
Getty Images Carlos Alcaraz secured a spot in his first French Open final by defeating his friendly rival Jannik Sinner in a grueling five-set match that lasted over four hours on Friday afternoon. The match was filled with ups and downs, lacking the quality of their previous encounters, including the 2022 U.S. Open quarterfinals which…
Schedule and Draws Released for Roland Garros on Saturday, June 8, 2024
World No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland plays for her fourth French Open title on Saturday. Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images Roland Garros Paris, France Red Clay May 20-June 9, 2024 Prize Money: €53,500,000 2024 Roland Garros: End of An Era and New Beginning World No. 1 Novak Djokovic aims to defend his Roland Garros…
Swiatek Praises Gauff Despite Beating Her for the 11th Time
Coco Gauff lost to Iga Swiatek for an 11th time but the Polish player gave her a lot of praise after the match. Swiatek is no stranger to struggling to find her best level because before she ascended to being the best player in the world, she had a lot of struggles. She has struggled…
Swiatek Opens Up About Emotional Response to Victory Over Osaka
By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Friday, May 31, 2024 A flood of emotions caused Iga Swiatek to break down in tears after her pulsating Roland Garros comeback conquest of Naomi Osaka. World No. 1 Swiatek dug down with deep defiance denying match point in a 7-6(1), 1-6, 7-5 second-round victory over fellow four-time Grand…
Badosa defeats Boulter in Paris tournament
The last Brit standing at the French Open on Day 3 was Katie Boulter, who put herself in position to notch up a stellar win against the former World No 2 Paula Badosa, but narrowly lost, 4-6 7-5 6-4, after an excellent battle on Tuesday night at Roland Garros. I am sitting here with a…
Revised Rules and Regulations for Professional Tennis Tournaments Announced
Tennis Ireland is pleased to announce the release of an updated version of the Regulations for the Conduct of Official Tournaments, effective 1st June 2024. The complete updated Rules and Regulations document can be found on the Tennis Ireland website at: https://www.tennisireland.ie/competitions/tournaments/rules-and-regulations under ‘Tennis Ireland Regulations’. Tennis Ireland encourages all players, parents, coaches and officials,…
Expert predictions for Roland Garros final: Alcaraz to take on Zverev
Getty Images Expert picks are back for the French Open final on Sunday, when Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev collide in a matchup of first-time finalists at this tournament. A three-team panel previews the action and makes its predictions. (4) Alexander Zverev vs. (3) Carlos Alcaraz Ricky: Alcaraz is a sizable favorite in this match….
The 10sBalls Tennis Shirt Collection Pays Tribute to Lacoste at the French Open
Lacoste shirts are so much a part of everyday life all over the world. Yes, 10sBalls collection (our museum) has a room full from children’s wear to? But the drawer with all the pretty colors was part of Lovey Jergens weekly faves. Lovey recalls her first Lacoste shirt. It was decades ago and her grandmother…
Updates from Provincial and Territorial Tennis Associations: May 2024
To celebrate the incredible work being done across the country to grow the sport, each month, Tennis Canada will highlight a news story from every Provincial and Territorial Tennis Association via its brand new PTTA HUB. Below is a collection of stories from the past month: TENNIS ALBERTA Alberta’s Largest Provincial Tournament Supports Mental Health…