Category: Tennis
Miami Open 2024 Day 9 Recap
[ad_1] The 2024 Miami Open semi-final lineup is complete, as Grigor Dimitrov and Alexander Zverev won their quarter-final matches. Zverev was the first man on the court, and he wrapped proceedings relatively quickly with a 6-3, 7-5 in 1 hour and 37 minutes against Fabian Marozsan. In the night session, Grigor Dimitrov flipped the script…
Stosur On Pressure Facing Djokovic’s New Coach
[ad_1] Novak Djokovic is expected to name a new coach ahead of the clay-court season, and former WTA doubles no. 1 Samantha Stosur has shared her thoughts on the incoming member of the Serbian team. Earlier this week, Djokovic caused quite the shock when he called time on his six-year professional relationship with Croatian coach…
Djokovic Refuses To Further Comment On Split With Long-TIme Coach Ivanisevic
[ad_1] Novak Djokovic refused to provide further context after announcing his split with long-time coach Goran Ivanisevic. This year has been a rather strange year for Djokovic, who hasn’t played well and off the court, it’s been eventful for him as well. When it comes to his tennis, the Serbian hasn’t played to the level…
Miami tennis preview, pick, and prediction: Zverev vs. Dimitrov
[ad_1] Alexander Zverev and Grigor Dimitrov will be squaring off for the ninth time in their careers when they clash in the semifinals of the Miami Open on Friday. Zverev is dominating the head-to-head series 7-1 and has won seven in a row at Dimitrov’s expense since the Bulgarian prevailed back in 2014 at the…
Osaka Hits Back At ‘Disrespectful’ Fans Claiming They Could Win Game Against Her
[ad_1] Naomi Osaka clapped back at the suggestion that American tennis fans could win a game against professional players. Pros dedicate their livelihood to nurturing their craft and honing their skills. Most tennis players, like any other professional sport, begin practicing and playing at a very young age. It is unheard of for aspiring tennis…
Swiatek Opens Up About What Was The Lowest Point Of Her Tennis Career
[ad_1] Iga Swiatek has been a tremendously spectacular tennis player for much of her career, but even she has had a low point in her tennis career. Looking at the last two to three years of Swiatek’s career, it’s not a surprise that many fans are amazed by what she’s been able to do. The…
Dimitrov stuns Alcaraz in dominant fashion to reach Miami final
[ad_1] Only three of the top four seeds will play in the Miami Open semifinals on Friday, because Grigor Dimitrov made sure that Carlos Alcaraz would not be part of the party. Dimitrov stunned Alcaraz 6-2, 6-4, delivering an incredible performance over the course of one hour and 32 minutes. The Bulgarian saved all four…
Elena Rybakina Edges Into Second Miami Open Final
[ad_1] Photo credit: Mubadala Abu Dhabi Tennis Championships Facebook. Long-distance duels don’t faze Elena Rybakina. Pushed to the limit in a topsy-turvy test today, Rybakina delivered convincing closing kick. A resilient Rybakina charged through 11 of the final 13 points edging Victoria Azarenka 6-4, 0-6, 7-6(2) to reach her second straight Miami Open final. The fourth-seeded Rybakina scored…
Osaka Recounts Facing Serena Williams For First Time
[ad_1] Naomi Osaka recently described her first experience facing her childhood idol and favorite player, Serena Williams, in an actual match on tour. Williams, now retired and focusing on balancing motherhood with business ventures, is considered among the greatest tennis players of all time. She won the second-most Grand Slam titles on the women’s circuit…
Peak Sinner Can Be No. 1 for 10 Years
[ad_1] By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, March 28, 2024 Olympic gold-medal champion Alexander Zverev sees Jannik Sinner as the game’s future gold standard. Asked after his Miami Open quarterfinal win if he thinks Sinner is ready to rise to No. 1 this year, Zverev joked “I think he sucks.” More: Aryna Sabalenka’s Boyfriend, Konstantin Koltsov Has…