Category: Tennis
Indian Wells: Alcaraz Rolls Past Zverev
[ad_1] Alcaraz subdues Zverev 6-3, 6-1 to reach Indian Wells semis Carlos Alcaraz, just twenty years of age, is a two-time grand slam winner and the defending champion at Indian Wells. Standing in his way of a title defense was world #6, Alexander Zverev. The twenty-six-year-old German with twenty-one career titles has reasserted himself amongst the top…
Alcaraz Survives Bee Swarm to Sting Zverev and Reach Indian Wells Semifinals to Play Sinner
[ad_1] (March 14, 2024) INDIAN WELLS, California – Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz survived a swarm of bees that caused a nearly two-hour delay and buzzed past Alexander Zverev 6-3, 6-1 to reach the semifinals of the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday night. The match was suspended at 1-1 in the first set with Alcaraz serving…
Alcaraz v Zverev turns into “the most unusual match”
[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz vs. Alexander Zverev is usually an interesting matchup. It certainly was yet again at the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday evening–but not for anything related to actual tennis. Alcaraz’s 6-3, 6-1 win was surprisingly lopsided, but it will be remembered for one specific reason: a bee invasion. Yes, Thursday’s quarterfinal clash was…
BNP Paribas Open Draws and Schedule for Saturday, March 16, 2024
[ad_1] Undefeated Jannik Sinner faces reigning Indian Wells champion Carlos Alcaraz for a spot in the BNP Paribas Open final. Photo credit: Rob Stone/@RobStoneTennis BNP Paribas Open Indian Wells, California March 3-17, 2024Prize Money: $19,000,000 Stars Shine in Tennis Paradise The Indian Wells Tennis Garden welcomes tennis’ top stars for two weeks of dazzle in…
Djokovic Told ‘Age Is Something You Can Never Beat’ Amid Form Struggles
[ad_1] Novak Djokovic has yet to win a tennis tournament in 2024, and former ATP player Jimmy Connors also noticed his form struggles. The American knows how it feels to compete for much longer than his peers, as Connors retired at 43. To this day, he holds the record for most singles titles won on…
Feeling Stagnant, Maria Sakkari Hit the Reset Button With David Witt
[ad_1] By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Thursday March 14, 2024 Indian Wells – With new coach David Witt in her box, Maria Sakkari is trying to ring in the new, while simultaneously turning back the clock. The Greek wants to play the type of tennis she was playing when she reached No.3 in the…
BNP Paribas Open 2024: Schedule of Play for Saturday March 16
[ad_1] Saturday’s schedule of play for the 2024 BNP Paribas Open from Indian Wells, California can be found below. LINK: Schedule of Play This year’s electrifying event will feature Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff. Played at the Tennis Garden in Palm Springs, the BNP Paribas Open is…
Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, Emma Navarro, Caroline Dolehide and Taylor Townsend to Represent U.S. in 2024 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifying Event April 12-13 at USTA National Campus in Lake Nona, Fla.
[ad_1] ORLANDO, Fla., March 15, 2024 – The USTA and U.S. Billie Jean King Cup Captain Lindsay Davenport today announced that Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, Emma Navarro, Caroline Dolehide and Taylor Townsend will represent the USA in the 2024 Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Qualifying competition vs. Belgium April 12-13 at the USTA National…
Indian Wells Masters semifinal expert picks: Medvedev vs. Sinner
[ad_1] Expert picks are back for the Indian Wells Masters semifinals on Saturday afternoon, when Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner renew their rivalry. A three-team panel previews the action and makes its predictions. (3) Jannik Sinner vs. (2) Carlos Alcaraz Ricky: It doesn’t get any bigger than this. Alcaraz vs. Sinner is currently the best rivalry…
Pegula, Keys, Navarro Lead U.S. BJK Cup Squad
[ad_1] Madison Keys will return to Billie Jean King Cup action playing for her former coach, Lindsay Davenport. Photo by Robert Prange/Getty Images Experienced champions and rising stars will lead the U.S. Billie Jean King Cup quest. World No. 5 Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, Emma Navarro, Caroline Dolehide and Taylor Townsend will lead Team USA when it hosts…