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After time off, Nadal back in action with Washington debut

Rafael Nadal is back after missing Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics with a previously undisclosed foot problem

Zverev follows up win over Djokovic with Olympic gold

Alexander Zverev followed up his comeback win over Novak Djokovic by winning the gold medal in men’s tennis at the Tokyo Olympics

After heat issues, tennis body seeks more days at next Games

The governing body of tennis is seeking more competition days at future Olympics to provide better rest and care for its players after heat was a major issue at the Tokyo Games

Tennis mixed doubles has its moment at the Olympics

There’s been some serious star power in the 16-team mixed doubles tennis tournament at the Tokyo Olympics

Not Federer, not Wawrinka: Bencic gets gold for Switzerland

A Swiss tennis player won gold in singles at the Olympics and it’s not Roger Federer or Stan Wawrinka

Roundup of Olympic gold medals from Saturday, July 31

A roundup of gold medals from Saturday, July 31, at the Tokyo Games

Djokovic's temper flares up as he leaves Tokyo empty-handed

"I'm sorry to Nina for not being able to play but my body just gave up," Djokovic said after withdrawing from the bronze medal mixed doubles match, adding that he has "several" injuries. "I played under medicines, unbelievable pain and exhaustion."

Olympic Latest: Russian athletes win team saber fencing gold

The Russian Olympic Committee has won the women’s team saber fencing after beating France 45-41 in the final

By Associated Press Jul 30, 2021

'I feel so terrible': Djokovic's Golden Slam bid is over

There will be no Golden Slam for Novak Djokovic

Serbia coach: team was against Djokovic's mixed doubles play

It’s been a mystery to many why Novak Djokovic entered the mixed doubles tournament at the Tokyo Olympics

By Associated Press Jul 29, 2021

The 20 biggest stats from Novak Djokovic’s historic 20th Grand Slam title

From winning almost a third of the majors he’s played to reaching the final at almost half of them, the Serb’s career stats just keep getting more and more legendary.

Here’s everything Ashleigh Barty achieved by winning Wimbledon

She became the top-earning Australian tennis player of all time, quadrupled her lead at No. 1 and much, much more.

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Doubles Take: Pavic and Mektic add gold medal to dominant debut season

Also at the Tokyo Olympics, Barbora Krejcikova and Katerina Siniakova became the first team from the Czech Republic to stand atop the podium.

"I do it for myself": Danielle Collins heads into North American summer swing focused on her dreams

Last month, the 27-year-old American saw years of hard work pay off when she lifted her first WTA title in Palermo.

One Ruud Feud: Kyrgios praises Norwegian rival ahead of DC return

The reigning Citi Open champion set aside his Twitter spat in pre-tournament press.

Fresh Takes: The infamous underhand serve

If your opponent is standing far back to return your serve, there's nothing wrong with hitting an underhand serve.

"The image is not the best": Rafael Nadal calls out Novak Djokovic for Olympics outburst

The world No. 1 launched his racquet into the empty Tokyo arena during his bronze medal match against Pablo Carreño Busta.

Rogers, Martic and Mertens support Silicon Valley's Humane Society

Before kicking off their campaigns in San Jose the three players spent time furry friends Olive and Chewy.

Instruction

Fresh Takes: The Charging Return of Serve

There is perhaps nothing more tactically important in tennis than taking time away from your opponent. Here's a new way to do just that.

Gear

Best Looks of the Week: Serena, Coco and Sloane earn fashion golds for their accessories

Plus: Victoria Azarenka poses in a red cutout one-piece to ring in her 32nd birthday.

Taylor Fritz, CoCo Vandewghe lend support to Second Serve

The Americans donated time and equipment to the non-profit aiming to introduce underprivileged children to tennis.