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Novak Djokovic will defend his Australian Open title this year. After some talk of him possibly missing the event because of his COVID-19 vaccination status and Australia’s quarantine rules, the tennis legend took to Instagram to announce that he had received a medical exemption from getting vaccinated. Here’s the announcement:   View this post on […]

Rafael Nadal hasn’t played on the ATP Tour since the summer, but that’s about to change. Despite testing positive for COVID-19 recently, the Spaniard is ready to roll down under as he posted this photo ahead of the ATP 250 event, where he’s the top-ranked player: 🤫 Don’t tell anyone… … here I am 😉 […]

A famed tennis journalist has made a bold claim about Novak Djokovic’s career goals which involves Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Novak Djokovic is expected to continue where he left off in the 2022 season with a lasting rivalry with Russia’s Daniil Medvedev brewing. While many are convinced that the pair will be the two […]

Tennis star Novak Djokovic’s status for the Australian Open has been one of the biggest storylines in the sport. Djokovic, who has yet to reveal if he has been vaccinated, has had his status up in the air for the Aussie Open, which requires all players to have received the vaccine. With Djokovic’s Australian Open […]

The Peng Shuai saga took another turn, with the women’s tennis player speaking to a Singaporean Chinese-language newspaper about her situation. In a video released by the newspaper, Lianhe Zaobao, Peng denied saying she was sexually assaulted, even despite a November social media post that accused a former top Communist Party official of forcing her […]

Tennis superstar Rafael Nadal is the latest star athlete to get hit by COVID-19. In a post on his official Twitter account, the 20-time Grand Slam champion revealed that he tested positive for the virus upon landing in Spain. Hola a todos. Quería anunciaros que en mi regreso a casa tras disputar el torneo de […]

Former ATP star Dmitry Tursunov has made a bold analysis on Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’s chase for more Grand Slam titles. As things stand, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, the so-called “Big Three,” are all tied with 20 Grand Slams to their name. While the trio’s 2022 season is yet […]

Daniil Medvedev may have been consistent in doing his best inside the court but his earnings don’t work the same way. Many would be quick to assume that being World No. 2 player also meant that the money is long as well. However, Daniil Medvedev himself has come clean about the truth behind how much […]

A recognized tennis analyst has revealed the truth about how Roger Federer gets along with his fellow all-time great Novak Djokovic. After years of dominating the sport, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have already forged a good relationship with one another on and off the court. While many would assume that “The Big […]

Serena Williams is perhaps the greatest Tennis player of all time, but she will not be the greatest next month in Australia, as that title will go to someone else. That is because Williams announced on Wednesday that she will not be participating in the contest due to not being fully recovered from a hamstring […]

Novak Djokovic has been ripped by a virologist on social media over his views and stance on vaccinations. It has been widely known in the sport that 20-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has not been in favor of the rules and regulations regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. He has often been criticized for it and another […]

Women’s professional tennis player and Chinese native Peng Shuai went missing shortly after she made comments accusing a member of her native country’s government of sexual assault in November. While new details have emerged about Peng and her whereabouts, there’s still some doubt as to whether the Chinese tennis player is truly safe. Such doubt […]

Rafael Nadal remains confident that he will be able to get back to his old form despite recently being halted by injuries. This season has been difficult for Rafael Nadal, having missed the Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics. He attempted to make a stunning comeback at the ATP 500 tournament in Washington but instead, a […]

The 2022 Australian Open is quickly approaching but world No. 1 Novak Djokovic could be forced to sit out. The tournament announced that every single player must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, but the Serbian has constantly refused to reveal if he’s been inoculated or not. Djokovic also said that he won’t play if a […]

Novak Djokovic has opened up about his beautiful relationship with his fellow tennis icons Serena an Venus Williams. With a total of 50 combined Grand Slam titles to their name, Novak Djokovic, Serena and Venus Williams have certainly proven that they are a cut above the rest. And while some legendary players from different sports […]

Roger Federer has impressed the tennis world since he turned pro in 1998. Fans have gotten used to seeing Federer year after year at each of the four Grand Slams: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open. However, as the star has aged, he has had to manage his workload, leading to […]

Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is looking set to close the year with another remarkable run. Novak Djokovic has been enjoying a resurgent stint as he opened up his 14th ATP Finals campaign with a win over Casper Ruud. The world no. 1 thumped Ruud 7-6, 6-2 to secure his 39th career victory at […]

Former women’s world tennis #1 Naomi Osaka reacted to the Peng Shuai controversy following sexual assault allegations made against a member of the Chinese Communist Party. Naomi Osaka took to twitter to share her thoughts. . #WhereIsPengShuai pic.twitter.com/51qcyDtzLq — NaomiOsaka大坂なおみ (@naomiosaka) November 16, 2021 Peng Shuai is one of the biggest tennis stars in China. […]

Australia’s Nick Kyrgios has made a shocking claim about Novak Djokovic and NBA superstar Kyrie Irving. Many believe that sports and politics should never intertwine with each other but in today’s world, some athletes feel the need to have their voices heard. Take Brooklyn Nets point guard and seven-time NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving as an […]

Novak Djokovic has opened up about his fresh mindset as he continues to add glitter to his already glamorous career. With 20 Grand Slam titles to his name, Novak Djokovic will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest players to ever play the game. But like any other superstar athlete, “The Joker” […]

Tennis fans looking forward to seeing Roger Federer play in the Wimbledon soon will have to hold their breath a little longer. After missing the US Open tournament due to surgery, the Swiss tennis legend is not quite there yet, according to his coach. Federer’s coach, former top-3 player Ivan Ljubicic, was brutally honest about […]

Former world No. 1 player Justine Henin has heaped praised on her fellow tennis all-time great Novak Djokovic. Looking at Novak Djokovic‘s illustrious career, it almost seems like he is already the greatest tennis player of the modern era. As things stand, the Serbian superstar has equalled his fellow “Big Three” members Roger Federer and […]

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka stepped away from the sport following the US Open in September, citing that she needed a break due to mental health concerns. Two months later, Osaka has appeared to return to the court. The 13th ranked player in the world posted on social media on Friday that she has resumed […]

When it comes to sports cards, the first names that come to mind are the usual suspects. You’ve got the likes of Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, and Mickey Mantle dominating this field for the past few years. But when it comes to the ladies, this autographed Serena Williams card is the one that shattering records […]

Tennis superstar Rafael Nadal has shared his views on the evolution of tennis over the last decade. Since making his stunning ATP Tour debut in 2002 at age 16, Rafael Nadal surely has a lot to say about tennis. And among the things that capture his attention is the sport’s rapid innovation in terms of […]

There was always going to be a lot of pressure on 18-year-old Emma Raducanu after she heroically won the US Open this past summer. Unfortunately, Raducanu has lost her first match since Flushing Meadows. The Brit fell to No. 100 ranked Aliaksandra Sasnovich at Indian Wells on Friday in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4. Emma Raducanu […]

U.S. Open finalist Leylah Fernandez has taken a few pointers from the legendary Maria Sharapova and is already looking forward to getting back to her winning ways. Fil-Canadian tennis prodigy Leylah Fernandez, who lost to Emma Raducanu at the recent U.S. Open, crossed paths with five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova on Tuesday at the […]

British tennis player Emma Raducanu made history in the US Open earlier this month, beating Canadian Leylah Fernandez in a historic final that saw two teenagers face off. In the process, Raducanu soared all the way from 155th ranked to 22nd in the world after her victory in Flushing Meadows. As she aims to keep […]

Maria Sharapova’s former coach Nick Bollettieri has raved about her unique qualities that resembled that of the Williams sisters. In terms of Grand Slam, Maria Sharapova is behind both Serena and Venus Williams as the siblings’ combined 30 titles belittles her tally of five. However, for renowned tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, who was Sharapova’s very […]

Trying to chase history is hard. The pressure is immense, and everyone’s eyes are on that player trying to break a record. So when Novak Djokovic lost in the US Open Final against Daniil Medvedev, the Serbian superstar felt a sense of relief. During a press conference interview, Djokovic had this to say. (via Tumaini […]

Two years ago, Daniil Medvedev irked the American audience by trolling them during the US Open. Today, after earning his first Majors win over Novak Djokovic, Medvedev trolled the audience once again. Addressing the booing audience during his post-match interview, Medvedev said this. (via ATP Tour) “I think you gave me a lot of energy, […]

Daniil Medvedev dominated the US Open final against Novak Djokovic, and in a fitting manner, he had a legendary celebration to commemorate his remarkable performance. Medvedev beat Djokovic in straight sets, each ending in 6-4. While the Serbian juggernaut was determined to win the US Open title and complete the first calendar Grand Slam in […]

Emma Raducanu made tennis history Saturday after beating Canadian rising star Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open. Sure enough, Queen Elizabeth II, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and the whole British Royal Family were delighted as they watched the 18-year-old bring pride to the nation. The teenage sensation beat Fernandez in straight sets–6-4, […]

Rajon Rondo might be one of the newest members of the Los Angeles Lakers, but he recently took a trip to New York City to enjoy the festivities of the 2021 US Open. The cameras caught the veteran point guard in the audience and Rondo’s brief cameo has the makings of the next internet meme. […]

History will be made this Sunday afternoon at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, New York, where Russian Daniil Medvedev will attempt to win his first-ever Grand Slam title. This is the second Grand Slam final appearance this 2021 (third overall in career) for Medvedev, who also made it to the final of the Australian Open […]

Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic has a chance to make history in the US Open Finals against Daniil Medvedev, and he’s prepared to do all it takes to make it happen. In a post-game interview after his impressive win against German Alexander Zverev, Djokovic said this about his finals match against Medvedev. (via ESPN) “There’s […]

At a US Open unlike any other, Emma Raducanu created a first in the history of professional tennis and booked a date with Leylah Fernandez in a landmark women’s singles final. Raducanu, 18, defeated Maria Sakkari, 6-1, 6-4, in the second women’s semifinal Thursday night in New York. She will face Fernandez, 19, in Saturday […]

19-year-old Leylah Fernandez is headed to her first Grand Slam finals appearance after a huge win over Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open semifinals. The Filipino-Canadian outclassed world number two Sabalenka in a three-set thriller (7-6, 4-6, 6-4) on Thursday night which now puts her in the running to grab her first-ever US Open finals […]

Novak Djokovic has taken another step closer to setting the all-time record in Grand Slam titles after beating Matteo Berrettini in the quarterfinals round of the 2021 US Open . Djokovic entered that US Open match as a heavy favorite but had to work a bit harder to score the win. Berrettini, who also lost […]