By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday March 6, 2024 Indian Wells, California – Naomi Osaka still has a long way to go, but the former World No.1 is hoping that her comeback can pick up speed this week at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. Osaka, off to a 3-4 start in 2024…
BNP Paribas Open—Indian Wells, California Wednesday’s action at the BNP Paribas Open saw former world No. 1 and three-time Major winner Angelique Kerber record a first-round victory, defeating Petra Martic 6-3, 6-4. Kerber, who is currently ranked No. 607 in world, will next face No. 10 seed Jelena Ostapenko for a place in round three….
On a day curtailed by late rain, the BNP Paribas Open got underway on Wednesday at Indian Wells, with disappointment for Katie Boulter and Paula Badosa, wild-card Katie Volynets ousting Mirra Andreeva, and Angelique Kerber handily beating Petra Martic. Follow your heart, enjoy what you love, and dream big. Angelique Kerber Just 3 days after…
Tennis Ireland, Badminton Ireland, Irish Squash and Table Tennis Ireland are delighted to announce our new Women in Sport Leadership Event. The event will take place at Carlow Lawn Tennis Club, Oak Park Road Carlow, R93 K402 on Saturday 27th April at 2.00pm – 6.00pm. This event is open to qualified, female Tennis, Badminton, Table Tennis…
Rafael Nadal withdrew from the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells on Wednesday evening, once again delaying his comeback to tennis. Nadal has played only one tournament this reason, reaching the Brisbane quarterfinals. However, he emerged from that appearance with another hip issue–one that apparently has not yet healed in full. The 37-year-old Spaniard played…
Only nine matches could be completed on Day 1 at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open as late afternoon rain washed out most of the day’s play in tennis paradise. The big talking point outside the weather was Rafael Nadal’s late withdrawal. The Spaniard arrived in the States amid huge fanfare, and the tournament organisers quickly…
Intense competition and frequent traveling can make tennis players live a very introverted lifestyle, but social friendships do exist off the court and can be extremely priceless. Naomi Osaka recently revealed that she enjoys a special connection with three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray, who has prioritized checking on her mental well-being whenever they “bump…
By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday March 6, 2024 Indian Wells, California –Aryna Sabalenka is proud as can be of her two Australian Open titles. The 25-year-old World No.2 worked hard to complete her successful title defense at Melbourne this year, and deserves to bask in the glory. But her mom is already getting…
Thursday’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 widely…
Rafael Nadal’s comeback to tennis will be delayed yet again, as the 37-year-old withdrew from the BNP Paribas Open on Wednesday evening. “It is with great sadness that I have to withdraw from this amazing tournament,” Nadal posted on social media. “Everyone knows how much I love this place and how much I love to…
