Category: Tennis
April 2024 Updates from Provincial and Territorial Tennis Associations
[ad_1] 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: Photo: Kyle Clapham Tennis Alberta U12 Girls Compete…
Former Coach of Federer Warns Against Underestimating Sinner’s Hip Injury
[ad_1] There are concerns that Jannik Sinner may miss the French Open due to a hip injury, according to Ivan Ljubicic. Sinner has decided not to participate in this year’s Italian Open in Rome, which precedes the French Open. He was expected to be the second seed but withdrew due to a hip injury sustained…
ATP Prize Money and Points Breakdown for the 2024 Lyon Open
[ad_1] The seventh edition of the Lyon Open will run from May 19th to 25th, and details of prize money distribution have been revealed. Some of the ATP stars will use this tournament to sharpen their skills and build confidence ahead of the second Grand Slam of the season. French players account for the highest…
London | Swiatek solidifies her position at the top
[ad_1] Iga Swiatek extended her lead as the World No 1 with a thrilling win in Madrid, now 3,412 points ahead of Aryna Sabalenka. I’m no longer just a tennis player. My role is not as easy as I imagined, dreaming of a career as a 12-year-old. Iga Świątek For the past 66 weeks, Swiatek…
Pegula Faces Uncertain Future at French Open due to Injury
[ad_1] Jessica Pegula shared an injury update on social media, revealing the possibility of missing this year’s Roland Garros. Pegula has been a consistent player on the WTA Tour for years, although this season has been challenging for her due to injuries affecting her performance. Recently, Pegula missed the Madrid Open and will also skip…
Swiatek Dominates Madrid Tournament to Solidify Lead in Race for Olympics Spot; Competitors Struggle to Keep Up
[ad_1] Iga Swiatek Extends Lead in Olympics Race Iga Swiatek continued to strengthen her lead in the Olympics Race and could virtually seal top seeding by the end of the Italian Open. The Olympics Race to Paris came into effect in June 2023 and will close on June 9th, 2024. It will determine the Top…
Sinner Will Only Compete in French Open if He Feels Completely Fit After Injury Recovery
[ad_1] Jannik Sinner discussed the complexity of his hip injury, which is cause for concern. There is hope that the injury won’t keep him off the courts for an extended period, but caution is required to prevent potential setbacks. Sinner understands the importance of proper healing to avoid aggravating the injury. Despite his eagerness to…
Andreeva, 17, shares her enthusiasm for facing former No. 2 Badosa in Rome
[ad_1] Mirra Andreeva is looking forward to facing former world number two Paula Badosa, despite Badosa’s recent struggles. Badosa’s tennis skills have been solid, but she has been plagued by recurring back issues. This has affected her performance and will require continued management throughout her career. Despite her health setbacks, Badosa remains a formidable opponent,…
Auger-Aliassime Opens Up About Health Concerns Following Madrid Final
[ad_1] Andrey Rublev and Felix Auger-Aliassime both faced challenges before the 2024 Madrid Open final. Auger-Aliassime had to take a medical timeout during the match to get a leg massage, while Rublev dealt with various health issues after the final. Rublev struggled with an illness and foot problems, even needing a numbing shot to play….
Alcaraz and Nadal’s Madrid Matches Top TV Ratings in Spain
[ad_1] The 2024 Madrid Open has ended, and viewership numbers from Spain have since been reported. The men’s tournament was won by Andrey Rublev, who recovered from a set down to beat first-time Masters 1000 finalist Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6, 7-5, 7-5. Despite being under the weather heading to the final, Rublev credited his doctors for…