Tennis Canada is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Masters Excellence Awards to recognize outstanding contributions and achievements within Masters tennis. For the first time, players voted to determine the Event of the Year, the Service of the Game Award recipient, and two Teams Awards. “2023 was an outstanding year for Masters tennis,”…
Day Six 2024 Madrid Open Round of 16 Results Winner Loser Scoreline Jannik Sinner (1) Pavel Kotov 6-2, 7-5 Daniil Medvedev (3) Sebastian Korda (25) 5-7, 7-6(4), 6-3 Casper Ruud (5) Cameron Norrie (29) 6-2, 6-4 Rafael Nadal (PR) Pedro Cachin 6-1, 6-7(5), 6-3 Karen Khachanov (16) Flavio Cobolli 7-5, 6-4 Alexander Bublik (17) Ben…
Iga Swiatek looks unstoppable at the 2024 Madrid Open, but could Beatriz Haddad Maia possibly be the woman to stop her? The Polish player didn’t finish last week’s campaign in Stuttgart with a win, so her motivation this week has been tremendous. She’s playing like a player on a mission, and after falling short last…
By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Monday, April 29, 2024 Few champions have mined the power of predictability as effectively as Rafael Nadal. From his ritualistic run back to the baseline after the coin toss, to his precise placement of his bottle like a chess master placing a pawn in position to the flurry of…
It has been a while since Félix Auger-Aliassime has looked as good as he has in Madrid. Week one of the Mutua Madrid Open saw some impressive performances by the Canadians, but the man from Montreal is the only one still going at the 1000-level event. Meanwhile, Canadians continue to have success on the ITF…
Elena Rybakina was recently asked what one thing she would change in the sport, and it was a no-brainer that her response would center around the tennis schedule. Rybakina is among the top-ranked WTA players right now, with a Grand Slam title to her name. She deservedly entered the world’s Top 10 for the first…
Tennis racquets are essential tools for any player, from amateurs to professionals. Their structural integrity and string tension are crucial for performance. However, these racquets are delicate and susceptible to damage, especially during travel. Here’s a detailed guide to protecting your tennis racquets during transit, keeping them game-ready wherever you go. Understanding the Vulnerabilities Before…
Félix Auger-Aliassime required limited court time to book his place in the round of 16 in Madrid, storming past Jakub Mensik 6-1, 1-0 (ret.) in 35 minutes. In the first career meeting between the players, the Canadian’s skillset and experience proved too much for the 18-year-old. Auger-Aliassime took charge early, pressuring his Czechian opponent to…
Carlos Alcaraz was concerned about his arm before facing Thiago Seyboth Wild at the 2024 Madrid Open, but he passed the test. Alcaraz knew his arm would be tested by the aggressive style of his opponent. The Brazilian player hits the ball hard, requiring Alcaraz to put in more effort than usual. Despite his nerves,…
By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Monday, April 29, 2024 The ATP Tour isn’t the Secret Society. Still, Daniil Medvedev sarcastically sensed a conspiracy cover-up when the chair umpire deferred his request to close the retractable roof in his 5-7, 7-6(4), 6-3 Madrid win over Sebastian Korda today. Rafa Nadal: Not Fully Fit For Madrid,…
