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The IMG International Junior Championships are being played this week at IMG Academy this week in Bradenton, FL and there’s lots to report. It’s a collection of many of the best juniors in the world in the 12s, 14s, 16s and 18s divisions and let me say, every player has every shot already. It’s amazing […] Continue to read full article...
Bjorn Borg · Bradenton · IMG · IMG Academy
After witnessing the incredible drama of the Juan Martin Del Potro final match emotions with his dear friend Novak Djokovic last weekend, it inspired this feature compiling other extraordinary tennis moments… In no particular order… The Monica Seles return to competition after two years hiatus following the alleged (by Donald Budge) inside job stabbing in […] Continue to read full article...
Jana Novotna · Juan Martin Del Potro · Monica Seles · Novak Djokovic · Roger Federer
This weekend Juan Martin Del Potro played his final match, an exhibition with his friend and old rival Novak Djokovic. Del Potro’s career ended prematurely a couple of years ago because his body broke down and he could not play top five tennis anymore. I’ve often wondered, if Delpo’s body was more bionic and iron […] Continue to read full article...
Argentina · Davis Cup · Juan Martin Del Potro · Nike · US Open · Wilson tennis
Michael Zheng, of Montville, NJ and Columbia University, won the NCAA men’s tennis title in Waco, Texas yesterday with a 62 46 62 victory against Ozan Baris of Michigan State. It was the first time since 2017 that two American born players competed in the NCAA final. 20 year old Zheng becomes Columbia’s first NCAA […] Continue to read full article...
ATP · Columbia · Michael Zheng · NCAA · US Open
Playing professional tennis is a dream job, luxury lifestyle and still a lot of fun and challenge for these OLD GEN players who refuse to quit as they seek the last hurrah… Viktoria Azarenka is 35 years old now and the former WTA no. 1 is currently stationed at no. 20 in the WTA rankings. […] Continue to read full article...
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Nov/24
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ATP Finals 2024 Qualification Race: Breaking Down the Elite Eight
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If you’re into tennis, you know the ATP Finals is where things get really interesting. It’s not just another tournament – it’s where the season’s top eight players duke it out for what many consider tennis’s ultimate prize. Think of it as the sport’s season finale, with career-defining moments, impressive prize money and enough ATP […] Continue to read full article...
ATP · Carlos Alcaraz · Jannik Sinner · Nitto ATP Finals · Taylor Fritz
Like his partner in court conquering, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal closed out his illustrious career with a crushing loss in Davis Cup finals knockout round to Botic Van de Zandschulp 46 46. Federer lost his final match in Laver Cup two years ago with Nadal to Americans Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe. The 38 year […] Continue to read full article...
Babolat · Botic van de Zandschulp · Nike · Rafael Nadal · Spain
Nov/24
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Will Roger Really Snub Rafa’s Last Battle?
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Rafael Nadal said this week he tried to invite his arch rival and old friend Roger Federer to his final battle at Davis Cup in Malaga this weekend. Rafa: “I didn’t talk to Roger. I think Roger has a busy schedule. This is going to be my last week on the professional tour, but I […] Continue to read full article...
Viktor Troicki yesterday: “I heard a rumor, (Novak Djokovic) wants a ‘big name’ as a coach. Honestly, I’m also guessing. I have no information and no idea who it could be. He’ll be looking for a big name with whom he can share experiences.” This idea makes a lot of sense for several reasons. Djokovic […] Continue to read full article...
The strong rumor is the Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open will move again in 2025. The last two years the ATP Challenger was presented at Payne Park in downtown Sarasota. But next year the popular tournament will move to another new location – further south about seven miles to the Sarasota Sports Club. Previously the tournament […] Continue to read full article...
