World number one tennis player, Jannik Sinner, has been cleared of any wrongdoing following two failed drug tests in March, just days before the start of the U.S. Open. The International Tennis Integrity Authority (ITIA) announced the decision on Tuesday, stating that an independent tribunal accepted Sinner’s explanation that the anabolic agent clostebol entered his Read More…
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Italy secures Davis Cup final spot after Jannik Sinner’s heroics
Italy’s resurgence in the Davis Cup reached a pinnacle after a 25-year hiatus, as Jannik Sinner’s stellar performance propelled them into the finals. Sinner’s words echoed his intense determination, stating, “I just tried to push in every single point… It’s all part of tennis.” Sinner, in an exceptional singles match, saved three match points to Read More…
Djokovic advances to Paris Masters semi-finals, setting up clash with Rublev
World number one Novak Djokovic continued his quest for a seventh Paris Masters title with a quarter-final victory over Holger Rune on Friday. Djokovic’s steady performance avenged his previous year’s defeat by the resilient young player, winning 7-5, 6-7(3), 6-4. He now prepares for a semi-final showdown against Russian fifth seed Andrey Rublev, who overcame Read More…
Novak Djokovic stages comeback to reach Paris Masters quarterfinals
The world’s top-ranked tennis player, Novak Djokovic, displayed his resilience as he fought back to defeat Tallon Griekspoor with a score of 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-4 on Thursday, securing his spot in the quarterfinals of the Paris Masters. Unlike his smooth performance in the second round, Djokovic appeared rusty in only his second singles match since Read More…
Djokovic clinches U.S. Open title, equals Grand Slam record
Novak Djokovic refused to let Daniil Medvedev thwart his pursuit of history for a second time. In a fierce battle, Djokovic triumphed over the Russian with a score of 6-3, 7-6(5), 6-3 to secure the U.S. Open title on Sunday. This victory also marked a historic milestone as Djokovic equalled Margaret Court’s record of 24 Read More…
Coco Gauff makes history with thrilling U.S. Open Victory
In an electrifying showdown at the U.S. Open on September 9, 2023, American teenage sensation Coco Gauff delivered a stunning comeback performance, overcoming the Belarusian second seed, Aryna Sabalenka, with a final score of 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. This remarkable victory marked Gauff’s maiden Grand Slam title, firmly establishing her as an icon in American tennis. Read More…
Novak Djokovic ends Ben Shelton’s dream U.S. Open run with flair
In a captivating semi-final showdown at the U.S. Open, the seasoned Novak Djokovic terminated Ben Shelton’s remarkable dream run in three sets, adding a twist by replicating the young American’s favored on-court celebration. Djokovic, the seasoned veteran, withstood a late-match resurgence from the 20-year-old Shelton, securing his place in his 10th U.S. Open final. To Read More…
Coco Gauff advances to U.S. Open Final despite protest disruption
American tennis sensation Coco Gauff secured her spot in her first U.S. Open final, defeating Karolina Muchova 6-4, 7-5 in a match marked by an unexpected interruption. The showdown was momentarily halted for nearly an hour when an environmental activist staged a protest by glueing his feet to the floor of Arthur Ashe Stadium. Gauff, Read More…
Carlos Alcaraz sets up U.S. Open semi-final clash with Medvedev
In an eagerly anticipated U.S. Open semi-final, Carlos Alcaraz is set to face Daniil Medvedev, featuring the last two Flushing Meadows champions. The world number one Medvedev’s convincing 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory over a weary Alexander Zverev on Wednesday served as the foundation for this match. Zverev’s readiness to take on the energetic Alcaraz was Read More…
Medvedev Ends Baez’s Streak, Advances to US Open Fourth Round
In the third round of the U.S. Open, Daniil Medvedev, the third seed, defeated the in-form Sebastian Baez, ending the Argentine’s 12-match winning streak. Medvedev won 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(6) to advance to the fourth round of the tournament. This marked the second consecutive match in which Medvedev had to start one day and finish the Read More…