Casper Ruud faced a challenging beginning in Stockholm at the Nordic Open but ultimately secured a victory against Marin Cilic, winning 7-6(2), 6-4. The second seed, currently ranked eleventh in the Race to Turin, expressed relief and satisfaction following his triumph. Ruud, who reached the ATP Finals in 2022, understands the importance of strong performances…
Zhu Lin continues to turn heads at the WTA 500 AUX Ningbo Open, building on her impressive first-round victory over Emma Raducanu with a remarkable upset against top seed Mirra Andreeva. This thrilling second-round match, which unfolded on Wednesday evening, saw Zhu rally from a set down to secure a 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 win, marking…
In a disappointing turn of events at the WTA 250 Kinoshita Group Japan Open, British No. 3 Katie Boulter was soundly defeated by Romania’s Sorana Cirstea, with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-1. This match marked Boulter’s exit in the second round, succumbing to the consistent prowess of Cirstea, who currently holds the 51st position in…
Jiri Lehecka, the third seed in this year’s European Open, kicked off his campaign in Brussels with a dominant performance against Belgian qualifier Gilles Arnauld Bailly. The Czech player advanced to the quarter-finals by securing a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over the 18-year-old, adding to his already impressive 5-1 record at this ATP 250 event….
Jasmine Paolini advanced to the quarter-finals of the WTA 500 2025 AUX Ningbo Open on Thursday, inching closer to a coveted spot at the WTA Finals. She was joined in the last eight by top seeds Elena Rybakina and Ekaterina Alexandrova, both of whom secured their own victories on Day 4. Notably, McCartney Kessler achieved…
British tennis player Emma Raducanu has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo as well as the Hong Kong Open, effectively bringing her 2025 season to an early close. This decision comes on the heels of a difficult stint in Asia, where the 22-year-old faced numerous challenges, including health issues. Raducanu’s…
Leylah Fernandez, the fourth seed from Canada, showcased her prowess at the WTA 250 Kinoshita Group Japan Open in Osaka on Thursday, emerging as the sole seeded player to secure a place in the quarter-finals amidst a flurry of upsets. She delivered a commanding performance against Hungary’s Dalma Galfi, taking the match 6-1, 6-4 in…
The world of tennis is poised for a significant transformation as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced plans to rebrand itself as World Tennis, effective January 1, 2026. This decision was reached during the ITF’s Annual General Meeting, which was held virtually, where a remarkable majority of its member associations voted in favor of…
In an impressive display of skill, Holger Rune kicked off his tournament at the BNP Paribas Nordic Open in Stockholm with a solid performance, advancing to the quarter-finals for the third consecutive time on the ATP tour. As the top seed of this year’s event, Rune faced off against Hungary’s Marton Fucsovics in the opening…
Felix Auger-Aliassime showcased a resilient performance at the European Open, moving closer to his goal of qualifying for the ATP Finals in Turin. The Canadian, seeded second, engaged in a fierce battle against Damil Dzumhur, ultimately winning the match with a score of 7-6(3), 4-6, 7-6(5). This victory was crucial as it bolstered his position…
