TAG: Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open
By Scoop Malinowski One of the major stars of the ATP World Tour is trying to survive and extend his wondrous tennis career for as long as possible, like Stan Wawrinka, Andy Murray, Feli Lopez, Gael Monfils, John Isner, Lleyton Hewitt, Marin Cilic, David Goffin, Fabio Fognini, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal also did – […] Continue to read full article...
Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · Japan · Kei Nishikori · Wilson tennis
By Scoop Malinowski Status: ATP ranking 181. Ht: 5-11 Wt 160 DOB: May 2, 2005 In: Newport Beach, CA First Tennis Memory: Just playing at the local park with my brother (Nishanth) when I was eight. Tennis Inspirations: Novak Djokovic. Carlos Alcaraz. First Famous Player You Met Or Encountered: I met Rajeev Ram when I […] Continue to read full article...
Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · Nishesh Basavreddy · Novak Djokovic · Rajeev Ram
Apr/26
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Kei Nishikori Prevails At Sarasota Open
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In tennis heaven Nick Bollettieri was surely watching this match at his fabled academy tonight. Tennis legend Kei Nishikori first came to America at age 12 to visit and eventually train full time at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Today, almost 25 years later, the 36 year old played a professional match at the […] Continue to read full article...
Apr/26
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Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open Magnificent Monday
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By Scoop Malinowski As we are watching the Benjamin Kittay vs Strong Kirchheimer first round qualies match on Sunday afternoon on Nick Bollettieri Stadium, the sponsor of the tournament Elizabeth Moore noted to the tournament announcer Ray Collins and myself, “The quality of tennis in this match looks like a final.” Kirchheimer, 30 years old […] Continue to read full article...
Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · Kathleen Horvath · Liam Draxl
Apr/26
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15 Yr Old Davidov Debuts At Sarasota Open
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By Scoop Malinowski Late Friday afternoon 15 year old Teodor Davidov received a wildcard into the Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open ATP Challenger tournament but was defeated in the first round of the qualifying draw 64 61 by Liam Draxl of Canada, who is ranked 147 in the world. Davidov, ranked 1575 in the world, stunned […] Continue to read full article...
Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · IMG Academy · Liam Draxl · Teodor Davidov
Apr/26
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Interesting Sarasota Open First Round Matchups
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As always, the 2026 Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open ATP Challenger has some fascinating early match ups. Kei Nishikori will play fellow veteran Nicholas Kicker in the first round. 36 year old vs 33 year old from Argentina in a first time meeting. Winner gets the winner of top seed Yibing Wu vs qualifier. Nishikori played […] Continue to read full article...
Mar/26
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Nishikori Comeback At Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open
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By Scoop Malinowski By Scoop Malinowski The 2026 Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open just got a jolt of star power. Former world no. 4 and US Open finalist Kei Nishikori is launching his latest comeback at the ATP Challenger which will be contested at IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL from April 5-12. The Japanese tennis legend, […] Continue to read full article...
ATP Challenger · Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · Kei Nishikori
The Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open 2026 ATP Challenger $75,000 (April 5–12) has confirmed several rising stars and ATP veterans for its first year at its new venue, IMG Academy in Bradenton. The entry list is highlighted by top American prospect Eliot Spizzirri and the defending champion Emilio Nava. The following players are confirmed for the […] Continue to read full article...
Jan/26
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Sarasota Open Relocates To IMG Academy
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The Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open ATP Challenger tournament will now be staged at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida from April 5-12. Last year the popular event was played in South Sarasota at the Sarasota Sports Club however new ownership at that club made some changes to the venue which disrupted the ability to host the […] Continue to read full article...
Apr/25
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Positive Reviews For The Sarasota Open Experience Book
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The only book ever written about an ATP Challenger tennis tournament is getting positive reviews so far… John Eagleton, former ATP Tour and Miami University player: “You’re amazing, the book has so many great stories.” Dan McClure, nationally ranked player and former high school teammate of Vitas Gerulaitis: “Your book is amazing. I’m enjoying the […] Continue to read full article...
Alexander Zverev · Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open · Kei Nishikori · Nick Kyrgios · Sarasota Open · The Sarasota Open Experience · Tommy Paul
