Lyudmyla Kichenok, the Ukrainian tennis player, found herself in a unique situation as she was set to get married to Jelena Ostapenko’s coach, Stanislav Khmarskiy, this week. However, their unexpected run to the US Open women’s doubles championship forced them to postpone their wedding plans. This unforeseen victory not only changed their personal lives but
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Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner made a bold statement at the US Open by employing an aggressive, net-rushing playing style to secure a spot in the semi-finals. Despite facing 2021 champion Daniil Medvedev, Sinner displayed resilience and skill in a thrilling 4-set victory. The 23-year-old athlete from Italy had faced adversity before the tournament began,
Aryna Sabalenka, the No. 2 seed and last year’s US Open runner-up, put on a masterclass in her quarterfinal match against Qinwen Zheng. Surprisingly, Zheng was only able to secure three games against Sabalenka, who has now reached the semifinals at Flushing Meadows for the fourth consecutive year. This victory was a testament to Sabalenka’s
Trust is a crucial factor when it comes to the integrity of sports and athletes. Recently, Rafael Nadal defended Jannik Sinner after the young tennis player tested positive for a banned substance but was ultimately cleared of any wrongdoing. Nadal emphasized that Sinner would never have considered doping and that he believes in the good
The highly-anticipated fourth-round clash at the US Open between defending champion Coco Gauff and Emma Navarro ended in a 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 victory for Navarro. However, the match was defined by Gauff’s own shortcomings rather than Navarro’s superior play. Gauff’s 19 double faults compared to just 14 winners highlighted her serving issues, stemming from a
Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, made a triumphant return to the US Open in a new role – as a spectator. The tennis legend was seen at Flushing Meadows sporting a denim skirt reminiscent of her iconic look from 2004. This marked her first appearance at the US Open since 2022, where
The US Open at Flushing Meadows witnessed an electrifying clash between Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton, two talented American players. Tiafoe managed to defeat Shelton in a thrilling five-set match, showcasing his skills and determination on the court. Despite Tiafoe’s previous struggles in five-set matches, he overcame the odds to secure a well-deserved victory. The
The world of tennis is not immune to the toxic environment of online abuse that plagues social media platforms. Recently, women’s world No. 1 Iga Swiatek and other top players have spoken out about the need for tennis’ governing bodies to step up and address this issue. With Caroline Garcia sharing her experiences of receiving
Novak Djokovic’s recent US Open match against Laslo Djere was undoubtedly a challenging one, with the Serbian player himself admitting to difficulties with his serve. Throughout the match, Djokovic faced issues with making consistent serves, leading to a significant struggle in gaining quick points. As a seasoned player, Djokovic should have been able to maintain
The US Open witnessed a historic match that tested the endurance and mental fortitude of the players involved. Daniel Evans and Karen Khachanov battled it out on the court for an astonishing 5 hours and 35 minutes, setting a new record for the longest match at the tournament since the introduction of tiebreakers in 1970.
Dominic Thiem, once a rising star in the world of tennis, found himself on a journey filled with highs and lows, triumphs and tribulations. The Austrian player’s career can be divided into two distinct acts, characterized by a major title win followed by a series of setbacks that ultimately led to his early retirement at
Dominic Thiem bid farewell to his Grand Slam career with a first-round loss to Ben Shelton at the US Open. This was a significant moment for Thiem, as he played before a full audience on the same court where he clinched his lone Grand Slam title. While Thiem’s victory in 2020 was celebrated in an