Category: Tennis
WTA 250 Tournament Begins in Hua Hin, Thailand
[ad_1] In addition to the Korea Open this week, the WTA 500 in Seoul, there is a WTA 250 under way – the Thailand Open Hua Hin THA, with a packed 32-woman field. This is the second week of the Asia-Swing, leading into the China Open in Beijing and onwards to the season-ending championships in…
Hewitt Criticizes ‘Absurd’ Davis Cup Format Despite Advancing to Final 8
[ad_1] Lleyton Hewitt is not a fan of the current Davis Cup format, having come out against it several times in the past, and he’s done it once more, despite Australia securing their spot in the Final 8. One of the most treasured tennis memories Hewitt has from his playing days was playing back home…
An Overview of Prize Money and Points at the 2024 China Open in Beijing, ATP Event
[ad_1] The 2024 China Open is one of the most financially attractive ATP 500 tournaments, and the prize money details have been unveiled for the tournament held in Beijing. The first iteration of the China Open was in 1993. Since then, it has become one of the most important and prestigious ATP 500 events on…
Sinner Enlists Former Djokovic Camp Members to His Team
[ad_1] It has been a newsworthy 2024 campaign both on and off the court for Jannik Sinner. The good news, of course, is that he won two of the four Grand Slams (Australian Open and U.S. Open) while climbing to No. 1 in the world. Bad news arrived more recently, when it came to light…
Exciting Line-Up Announced for the 2024 Chengdu Open ATP Draw, Featuring Musetti, Nishikori, and Bublik
[ad_1] The 2024 Chengdu Open will start untraditionally on Wednesday, September 18th, and the draw for the ATP 250 event has been released. The tournament in Chengdu is an ATP 250 event. However, it still usually draws a decent field as players want to get acclimated to the conditions in Asia ahead of the Asian…
Chengdu Open Schedule and Draws Set for September 17th, 2024
[ad_1] Lorenzo Musetti of Italy is top seed at the Chengdu Open. Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Chengdu Open Chengdu, ChinaSeptember 18-24, 2024Prize Money: $1,171,655 Players and Pandas in ChengduThe Chengdu Open, which debuted in 2016, joins Hangzhou, Beijing and Shanghai as Chinese hosts during the ATP Tour’s Asian swing. The venue in Chengdu boasts…
Hewitt Criticizes Davis Cup Schedule as “Ridiculous”
[ad_1] By Tennis Now | @Tennis_Now | Monday, September 16, 2024Photo credit: Clive Brunskill/Getty for ITF Lleyton Hewitt treasures Davis Cup competition, but asserts the demanding Davis Cup scheduled can trash players’ bodies. Hall of Famer and Australian captain Hewitt praised his players for qualifying for the Davis Cup Final 8 then ripped the format which forced some players to fly…
Jabeur Takes Rest of 2024 season to Heal Shoulder Injury
[ad_1] By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Monday, September 16, 2024Photo credit: Rob Newell/CameraSport A chronic shoulder injury has compelled Ons Jabeur to pull the plug on the rest of the 2024 season. Two-time Wimbledon finalist Jabeur, who also reached the 2022 US Open final, has been plagued by shoulder pain. TN Q&A: Roger Federer on RF Collection…
Raducanu and Watson to showcase skills in the Korea Open in Seoul this week
[ad_1] The WTA 500 tournament in Seoul this week, the Hana Bank Korea Open, suffered several high-profile withdrawals that could just offer a rare opportunity for Emma Raducanu, who gained direct entry into the 28-woman draw. It’s tough. It could be a little bit easier, but I’m keeping up with the schedule. I’m only talking…
Laver Cup Hosts Complimentary Outdoor Fan Zone
[ad_1] Laver Cup is bring Fan Zone for the fans this week. Tennis fans are in for a treat with the unveiling of Laver Cup Berlin 2024’s free outdoor Fan Zone, which will make the Laver Cup action accessible to everyone. Complete with the official Laver Cup Practice Court and Viewing Area and Sponsor Village…