Category: Tennis
Kostyuk Provides Insight Into Decision to Use ‘Glory To Ukraine’ Greeting
Marta Kostyuk ended her 2024 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix runner-up speech with ‘Slava Ukraini,’ which means ‘Glory to Ukraine,’ and she explained what it symbolized after the match. ‘Slava Ukraini’ is a common saying in Ukraine, but it became known worldwide after 2021 when the country was invaded by Russia. It’s a show of support…
Eubanks to take on Van de Zandschulp, Diaz Acosta faces off against Shapovalov
Getty Images Main-draw action at the Madrid Masters gets underway on Wednesday, when Chris Eubanks goes up against Botic van de Zandschulp. Facundo Diaz Acosta and Denis Shapovalov are also taking the court in round one. Botic van de Zandschulp vs. Chris Eubanks Eubanks and Van de Zandschulp will be going head-to-head for the first…
Alcaraz Seeks One More Day of Recovery in Race Against Time to Play in Madrid
Carlos Alcaraz‘s status ahead of the 2024 Madrid Open has been a huge talking point, and he admitted he’s not fully recovered. Alcaraz missed two tournaments due to an arm problem that seemingly impacted his forehand. His forehand is his signature shot, and it’s a large part of what makes him really good on a…
Injury Concerns Could Impact Player’s Long-Term Prospects in Tennis
By Alberto Amalfi | @Tennis_Now | Tuesday, April 23, 2024A chronic back issue has pained Paula Badosa and could cause the premature end to her competitive career. Former world No. 2 Badosa told WTA Insider Podcast’s Courtney Nguyen she is receiving cortisone injections for the pain in her back. While the cortisone can help alleviate…
Entry List for the 2024 Lyon Open ATP Tournament
The 2024 Lyon Open is the last ATP stop before the second Grand Slam of the season commences at Roland Garros. This event is part of the ATP 250 series and will commemorate its 7th edition since it became part of the tour in 2017. It is played exclusively on outdoor clay courts and will…
Djokovic Casts Uncertainty Over Potential Future Participation in Olympics
Novak Djokovic is uncertain about participating in any future Olympics post the 2024 Games in Paris. Djokovic has previously competed at several Olympic Games, but the upcoming event in Paris may mark his final appearance. Winning a gold medal at the Olympics holds significant importance for him and is considered a top priority alongside winning…
Guide to Watching the 2024 Madrid Open: Featuring Tennis Stars Nadal, Alcaraz, Swiatek, and More
The 2024 Madrid Open is a joint tournament on the ATP and WTA Tours and a crucial stop on the road to Roland Garros. It is the first WTA 1000 clay-court tournament of the season and the second clay-court Masters 1000. This event will run for two weeks and will feature an expanded draw of…
Andy Murray Pulls out of Madrid Open Despite Making Return to Practice
Former world number one Andy Murray will not play at the 2024 Madrid Open despite recently returning to the practice court. The Brit last stood on the courts at the Miami Open, where he unfortunately injured himself, which was the last thing he needed. Just a few weeks ago, Murray announced that this season will…
Badosa opens up about challenges ahead in her tennis career
Paula Badosa has been dealing with injuries that have kept her off the tennis court recently, and she shared the severity of her struggles. Despite her strong physical presence on the court, the Spaniard has faced challenges due to her injuries. Known for her dedication to training, Badosa’s prolonged absence raised concerns about the severity…
Djokovic and Alcaraz Reconnect with Humor at Laureus Sports Awards Night
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are fierce rivals on the court but best of friends outside it. The two tennis stars are at very different stages of their careers but have savored their best tennis in high-stakes matches between them. Last year, they met four times on tour, with Djokovic emerging on top on three…