Coco Gauff had a really strong 2023 campaign, which saw her climb to the top of the list of highest-paid female athletes. Women’s sports are growing with every year, and tennis is one of the leading sports. You only need to look at the highest-paid athletes in the world published by Sportico to see where…
As an experienced tennis player, I am always excited when I have the chance to try new equipment. Recently, I picked up a batch of Kirschbaum strings, and in this latest playtest, I put Kirschbaum Super Smash Orange string through its paces. Known for its vibrant orange hue, this string promises durability, control, and playability…
Aryna Sabalenka might be the Australian Open defending champion, but former WTA player Rennae Stubbs considers Iga Swiatek the favourite to win it. Last year’s Australian Open was a rather interesting experience. Iga Swiatek was by many considered the favourite but she kind of stumbled along the way never getting close to the final. It’s…
The tennis world eagerly anticipates the long-awaited return of 22-time Major winner Rafael Nadal, as he has committed to play the Brisbane International in Australia from December 31 – January 7, 2024. Sidelined for nearly a year, Nadal will be hopeful of receiving the matches that he needs in order to ready for the Australian…
The 2024 Brisbane International will act as the official curtain raiser of the men’s tennis season, running from December 31, 2023, till January 7, 2024. The Brisbane International will be played on outdoor hard courts and feature a 32-player singles draw. Twenty-one players have qualified based on actual ranking, while three players (one of whom…
Deborah Jevans, CBE, who took over as Chair of the All England Lawn Tennis Club from Ian Hewitt after The Championships this summer, wrote a letter to local residents about the Wimbledon Park Project expansion plans, approved by Merton Council but currently blocked by Wandsworth Council, and under review by the Mayor of London. The…
The 112th edition of the Australian Open is just around the corner, signifying the short offseason in tennis and how the stars of men’s tennis will soon hit the courts again. The 2024 Australian Open is the most anticipated of the lot with major talking points headlining the showpiece event that will commence on Sunday,…
Former coach of Holger Rune, Patrick Mouratoglou, thinks that Jannik Sinner will overtake Carlos Alcaraz in 2024. Patrick Mouratoglou had some big takes in years past, yet this one might be the boldest of all. The ATP Finals ended on a sour note for Alcaraz, but he played really well and reminded us all that…
The 2023 tennis season is another year in the record books and one in which 111 players added to their net worth by at least $1 million. For the second consecutive year, Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek emerged as the highest earners within their respective tours. It’s not a surprise, to say the least, as…
Novak Djokovic has been very picky about his schedule for many years now, and according to former player Rennae Stubbs, it’s why he’s been as dominant as he is. While Djokovic is one of the best players in the world, he’s getting up there in age. He’s not a cyborg and certainly can feel the…
