Guo Lei/Xinhua/Getty Images Andy Murray’s second-round victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis at the Australian Open in January ended at 4 a.m. CNN — The Australian Open will add an extra day to its schedule next year in a bid to reduce pressure on players and fans after a string of punishing matches in recent years that… Continue reading The Australian Open added an extra day to stop matches into the evening
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Jabeur is among those aiming to qualify for the WTA Finals
With Monday’s announcement that Jessica Pegula has qualified for the WTA Finals in Cancun, five of the eight spots are up for grabs, as Pegula joins Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina. With the final WTA 1000 of the season underway in Beijing, here’s a look at the closing stages of the… Continue reading Jabeur is among those aiming to qualify for the WTA Finals
Tennis icon Legend Serena Williams built a business empire
Tennis icon Legend Serena Williams built a business empire © Cameron Spencer / Staff Getty Images Sport Serena Williams retired from tennis in 2022, but her iconic figure will always be on the WTA Tour. He is the tennis player who serves as a reference for everyone who is still busy playing on the court.… Continue reading Tennis icon Legend Serena Williams built a business empire
Coco Gauff vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova | 2023 Beijing Round 1 | WTA Match Highlights – WTA
Coco Gauff vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova | 2023 Beijing Round 1 | WTA Match HighlightsWTA Here is Coco Gauff’s planned path to victory in BeijingTennis World USA Coco Gauff explores Beijing ahead of China Open debutTennis Magazine Gauff wins 13th straight match, advances to second round in BeijingWTA Tennis The resilient Gauff began her WTA China… Continue reading Coco Gauff vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova | 2023 Beijing Round 1 | WTA Match Highlights – WTA
Mark Petchey crowned Coco Gauff the best female tennis player ever
Mark Petchey crowned Coco Gauff the best female tennis player ever © Sarah Stier / Staff Getty Images Sport winner of the US Open Coco Gauff will play the China Open against Ekaterina Alexandrova, but in the meantime she received great praise from Mark Petchey, who called Coco the best female athlete to ever play… Continue reading Mark Petchey crowned Coco Gauff the best female tennis player ever
ATP Astana Semifinal Predictions Including Korda vs. Medjedovic
Jan 20, 2023; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Sebastian Korda of the United States hits a shot against Daniil Medvedev of Russia on day five of the 2023 Australian Open tennis tournament at Melbourne Park. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-USA TODAY Sports The ATP Astana Open has become a full time ATP event this season after three successful… Continue reading ATP Astana Semifinal Predictions Including Korda vs. Medjedovic
Andreeva cruises past Krejcikova with confident straight-set win in first round of WTA China Open
Mirra Andreeva defeated Barbora Krejcikova in the first round of the WTA China Open with a straight-sets victory 6-2, 6-2. Andreeva competed in the qualifiers for the WTA 1000 event, defeating Kimberly Birrell and Anna Kalinskaya to reach the draw where she faced tenth seed Krejcikova in the Round of 64. Before this match, the… Continue reading Andreeva cruises past Krejcikova with confident straight-set win in first round of WTA China Open
Jessica Pegula vs. Veronika Kudermetova | 2023 Tokyo Final | WTA Match Highlights – WTA
Jessica Pegula vs. Veronika Kudermetova | 2023 Tokyo Final | WTA Match HighlightsWTA WTA Tokyo Final Prediction: Jessica Pegula vs. Veronika KudermetovaLast Word On Sports PREVIEW | 2023 Toray Pan Pacific Open Final: Jessica Pegula v Veronika Kudermetova – Can the consistent American add to the 2023 title tally?TennisUpToDate.com No.2 seed Pegula broke Sakkari’s streak… Continue reading Jessica Pegula vs. Veronika Kudermetova | 2023 Tokyo Final | WTA Match Highlights – WTA
WTA Beijing Day 2 Predictions Including Krejcikova vs Andreeva
Mar 27, 2023; Miami, Florida, US; Barbora Krejcikova (CZE) hits a forehand against Aryna Sabalenka (not pictured) on day eight of the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports There were many upsets on the opening day of the WTA Beijing Open. This year’s Australian Open semifinalist Victoria Azarenka was… Continue reading WTA Beijing Day 2 Predictions Including Krejcikova vs Andreeva
Jabeur defeated Shnaider in Ningbo to win the first hard-court title
No.1 seed Ons Jabeur captured her fifth Hologic WTA Tour title, second in 2023 and first of her career on hard courts at the Ningbo Open with a 6-2, 6-1 defeat of unseeded Diana Shnaider in 78 minute final. The Tunisian, who is currently No.8 in the Race to the WTA Finals Cancun, earned a… Continue reading Jabeur defeated Shnaider in Ningbo to win the first hard-court title