Month: May 2024

“I don’t know any throuples going on on tour”: Coco Gauff asked bizarre question surrounding Challengers movie with superb answer

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Coco Gauff recently discussed her impressions of the newly released film “Challengers,” featuring Zendaya, during a press conference. When asked about characters resembling Tashi Duncan, the protagonist, the world No. 3 reflected on the movie’s themes and characters. The 20-year-old tennis player, seeded third in the main draw of the Rome Open, is rebounding from … Read more

“She is so good on clay”: Serena Williams’ ex-coach reveals Iga Swiatek reminds her of two former world number one players

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It’s impressive how quickly Iga Swiatek has risen to prominence in women’s tennis. Drawing comparisons to legends like Steffi Graf and Arantxa Sanchez Vicario is high praise indeed. Her success at such a young age is a testament to her talent and hard work. Swiatek’s dominance on clay courts, particularly at Roland Garros, highlights her … Read more

“We cannot expect miracles”: Naomi Osaka’s coach Wim Fissette calls recent form ‘very promising’ as he dispels clay court doubt

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It’s positive to hear that Naomi Osaka is progressing in her return to the WTA tour, despite facing challenges on clay. Coach Wim Fissette’s insights provide valuable perspective on her journey. It sounds like Naomi Osaka has been navigating a challenging yet rewarding journey since her return to the WTA tour, balancing victories with some … Read more

“This is the first time in my life that I feel this bad”: Andrey Rublev reveals plans of going to hospital on Monday despite winning Madrid Open

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It’s definitely unexpected. Rublev hasn’t disclosed the specifics, but it’s common for athletes to experience physical strain or injuries during intense competitions. Hopefully, it’s nothing too serious and he makes a swift recovery. Rublev expressed concern about his health, mentioning that he had been unwell for about eight or nine days, which was unusual for … Read more

“For a long time, I didn’t want to see him”: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga opens up on Rafael Nadal hoodoo

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It’s understandable why Tsonga would feel that way. Nadal’s dominance on clay is legendary, and many players have found it incredibly challenging to compete against him on that surface, especially at Roland Garros, where he has been virtually unbeatable. Tsonga’s sentiment reflects the immense respect players have for Nadal’s clay court prowess. Tsonga’s record against … Read more

“There were a few issues I couldn’t fix”: Andrey Rublev nearly withdrew from Madrid Open with illness prior to title win

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It’s impressive how Rublev managed to overcome whatever was bothering him and still come out on top. Winning a title after considering withdrawal shows his determination and resilience. Defeating Auger-Aliassime in such a close final must have been quite the emotional rollercoaster for both players. It’s incredible how athletes can push through adversity with the … Read more

Tensions fray as Australian Open chiefs hit back at mooted Saudi Arabia ATP 1000 as ‘an attempt to violate an existing agreement’

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Tensions between Tennis Australia and the ATP over the Saudi Arabia Masters 1000 are certainly escalating. Legal action could further complicate matters, potentially affecting both the tournament’s organization and the broader tennis community. Tennis Australia’s emphasis on its existing agreement with the ATP and WTA for the United Cup underscores their commitment to the event … Read more

This year’s Madrid Open Cakegate as Mirra Andreeva’s 17th birthday cake called ‘one of the weirdest ever’ by tennis fans.

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It seems like Mirra Andreeva’s 17th birthday stirred up some discussion, particularly with Conchita Martinez involved. It’s interesting how these events sometimes spark conversations beyond just the birthday celebration itself. It sounds like Andreeva’s Instagram post sparked quite the discussion among tennis fans! Cakegate, huh? Seems like the cake stole the spotlight from the Pandora … Read more