The next Olympics will be held at the French Open, Rafael Nadal's most successful venue (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Rafael Nadal has already been given the upper hand for the Paris 2024 Olympics as the date and venue for the tennis tournament has been confirmed. The likes of Nadal and Novak Djokovic - who is yet to win an elusive gold medal - will compete at the site of the French Open from July 27 to August 4 in two years’ time, the home of the Spaniard’s most successful tournament. Related articles Djokovic defended by tennis star in comment about Nadal and Federer Kyrgios copies Federer and Nadal feat Djokovic has never matched Djokovic missed out on a medal at last year’s postponed Tokyo … [Read more...] about Rafael Nadal already handed advantage over Novak Djokovic as Olympic tennis confirmed
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Alexander Zverev makes touching statement as tennis star reveals he has lifelong condition
BBC defends decision to prioritise Tennis on flagship channel SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Tennis star Alexander Zverev has revealed he suffers from diabetes. The German, 25, who is currently sidelined with an ankle injury sustained at the French Open in June, revealed his condition by announcing the launch of his foundation for diabetics. Related articles Alexander Zverev injury theory emerges as 'clump of clay' to blame Alexander Zverev update on horror French Open injury ahead of US Open Alex Zverev suffers from diabetes and has launched a charity to support children with the condition (Image: GETTY) He took to Instagram to explain the reasons for its creation before … [Read more...] about Alexander Zverev makes touching statement as tennis star reveals he has lifelong condition
Novak Djokovic issues brutal response to Nick Kyrgios ahead of Australian Open
Novak Djokovic defeats Zverev to reach ATP finals last four SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Novak Djokovic has claimed he hasn’t got much respect for Nick Kyrgios and his outspokenness ahead of the Australian Open. The Serb was recently called a ‘tool’ by the outspoken tennis star. And he’s now issued a brutal response. Related articles Rafael Nadal to have Roger Federer record 'in the back of his mind' Rafael Nadal gives worrying Australian Open injury update Kyrgios recently slammed Djokovic over his Australian Open demands, labelling the Serb ‘a tool’. It wasn’t the first time the 25-year-old had fired shots at the Serb, having also slammed him for his decision to host the Adria Tour … [Read more...] about Novak Djokovic issues brutal response to Nick Kyrgios ahead of Australian Open
Serena Williams breaks down in tears with emotional goodbye after final Toronto match
Serena Williams to retire from tennis 'in next few weeks' SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Serena Williams broke down in tears as she bid an emotional goodbye to Toronto after crashing out of the Canadian Open on Wednesday. The legendary tennis player revealed earlier this week that she is set to retire from the sport nearly 25 years after playing her first Grand Slam event. Related articles Serena Williams issues farewell with plan to retire in next few weeks Williams warns US Open fans of 'final on-court moment' before retiring Williams took to the court for the first time since she told Vogue that she planned to turn her attentions to other things as she took on Belinda Bencic. But the … [Read more...] about Serena Williams breaks down in tears with emotional goodbye after final Toronto match
What Serena Williams told herself after spotting daughter as locker room moment captured
Serena Williams' daughter Olympia attended her match for the first time (Image: @NBOToronto / Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Serena Williams has admitted that she told herself not to smash a racket after realising her daughter was in the stands for her Canadian Open first round. The former world No 1 earned her first match win in singles after 430 days, downing Nuria Parrizas Diaz 6-3 6-4 , and noticed halfway through the first set that four-year-old Olympia was in the stands for the first time before sharing an adorable moment with her in the locker room. Related articles Venus Williams snubs top tennis stars with 'best friends' selection Serena Williams edges past Parrizas Diaz for first win in 430 days … [Read more...] about What Serena Williams told herself after spotting daughter as locker room moment captured
Serena Williams edges past Nuria Parrizas Diaz at Canadian Open for first win in 430 days
Serena Williams notched her first victory in 430 days (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Serena Williams has recorded her first singles match win in 430 days after defeating Nuria Parrizas Diaz 6-3 6-4 in the opening round of the National Bank Open in Toronto. The former world No 1 needed an hour and 58 minutes to overcome the tricky Spaniard, which included a marathon 25-minute game for Williams to hold in the second set. It marks the first time she has won a singles match since beating Danielle Collins at the French Open on June 4 2021. Related articles Serena Williams next tournament is confirmed to end retirement talk Venus Williams snubs top tennis stars with 'best friends' selection Williams was … [Read more...] about Serena Williams edges past Nuria Parrizas Diaz at Canadian Open for first win in 430 days
Nick Kyrgios makes fitness confession after defeating Mikael Ymer to reach Citi Open final
Nick Kyrgios's mum says it's been a 'tough year' for star SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Nick Kyrgios has admitted he needed treatment as his “body was sore” following his Citi Open quarter-final victory over Frances Tiafoe on Friday. The Australian went on to book his place in Sunday’s final after seeing off Mikael Ymer in the last four on Saturday - and he's vowed to be fully ready for the final. Related articles Kyrgios hits out at Citi Open as he explains drug testing nightmare Five US Open contenders including Kyrgios amid Djokovic uncertainty Kyrgios had to come from a set down to get the better of American Tiafoe after losing an opening set tiebreak. But the maverick came out on top of a … [Read more...] about Nick Kyrgios makes fitness confession after defeating Mikael Ymer to reach Citi Open final
Nick Kyrgios in ‘incredible transformation’ and left ‘very emotional’ by Citi Open glory
Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic beats Kyrgios in final in July SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Nick Kyrgios claimed that his transformation over the last 12 months makes him 'very emotional' after winning his first ATP Tour title since 2019. The Aussie followed up his Wimbledon final run by going one better at the Citi Open, beating Yoshihito Nishioka in straight sets on Sunday. Related articles Five US Open contenders including Kyrgios amid Djokovic uncertainty Nick Kyrgios makes fitness confession after reaching Citi Open final Kyrgios has shown that his run to the final at SW19 was by no means a fluke. The 27-year-old lost in four sets to Novak Djokovic at the All England Club, but with the … [Read more...] about Nick Kyrgios in ‘incredible transformation’ and left ‘very emotional’ by Citi Open glory
Nick Kyrgios still feeling Wimbledon punishment despite Aussie’s sublime Citi Open double
Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic beats Kyrgios in final in July SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The sky is the limit for Nick Kyrgios after the Australian tennis star achieved history at this year's Citi Open. Or at least it would be if he wasn't restricted in the rankings due to the recent Wimbledon Championships being a non-points-scoring event. Related articles Kyrgios copies Federer and Nadal feat Djokovic has never matched Kyrgios admits Wimbledon 'fear' after Djokovic loss after new record The London Grand Slam was infamously stripped of its ranking points after the All England Club decided to ban all Russian and Belarusian players from competing. Novak Djokovic and Elena Rybakina still … [Read more...] about Nick Kyrgios still feeling Wimbledon punishment despite Aussie’s sublime Citi Open double
Emma Raducanu suffers same fate as Nick Kyrgios and Andy Murray ahead of US Open
Russian-state TV delights in Emma Raducanu's new Russian coach SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Emma Raducanu has suffered the same fate as Nick Kyrgios and Andy Murray ahead of the US Open after she was handed a tough draw at the Canadian Open. Raducanu announced herself on the world tennis stage 11 months ago when she won the US Open at the age of only 18. Related articles Raducanu on impact of controversial new coach ahead of US Open defence Emma Raducanu runs out of steam as Liudmila Samsonova defeats Brit Raducanu will be desperate to produce a strong run of form ahead of the tournament at Flushing Meadows as she looks to defend her title. But she is set to face last year’s Canadian Open … [Read more...] about Emma Raducanu suffers same fate as Nick Kyrgios and Andy Murray ahead of US Open