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The Casper Ruud effect: Building on Norway's 'summer sport' explosion

The Casper Ruud effect: Building on Norway's 'summer sport' explosion

A medal contender at the Paris Olympics, the 25-year-old stands among a game-changing generation of athletes back home.

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Queenwen 2.0? "More accepting" Zheng Qinwen ready for Paris Olympics spotlight
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Queenwen 2.0? "More accepting" Zheng Qinwen ready for Paris Olympics spotlight

The personal development gained from last year's Asian Games will only help the 21-year-old in the Summer Games at Roland Garros.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jul 24, 2024
Medvedev-Sinner clash clinches Open Era record 36th five-set match in a major event
Wimbledon

Medvedev-Sinner clash clinches Open Era record 36th five-set match in a major event

During an incredible Wimbledon, there have also been 11 comebacks from two sets down prior to Tuesday's quarterfinals.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jul 09, 2024
Hubert Hurkacz injures knee on Wimbledon dive, retires down match point to Arthur Fils
Wimbledon

Hubert Hurkacz injures knee on Wimbledon dive, retires down match point to Arthur Fils

"He was in pain and he couldn't move. I didn't care about the score," said the 20-year-old Frenchman on Thursday.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jul 04, 2024
Wimbledon Day 1 produces four two-set comebacks, matching entirety of 2023 event
Wimbledon

Wimbledon Day 1 produces four two-set comebacks, matching entirety of 2023 event

Among them: qualifier Lloyd Harris, who saved a match point to deny Alex Michelsen Monday in London.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jul 01, 2024
PHOTOS: Hubert Hurkacz, Jannik Sinner reunite to save two match points in Halle doubles clash
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PHOTOS: Hubert Hurkacz, Jannik Sinner reunite to save two match points in Halle doubles clash

The Polish-Italian duo won the final four points Wednesday to advance at the Terra Wortmann Open.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jun 19, 2024
Marcos Giron's upset of Andrey Rublev in Halle may be a sign of things to come on grass
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Marcos Giron's upset of Andrey Rublev in Halle may be a sign of things to come on grass

The American posted his first Top 10 win on the slick surface Tuesday, and is ready to do damage by maximizing untapped turf potential.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jun 18, 2024

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By Matt Fitzgerald Apr 26, 2024
"Total package" Jerry Shang primed to break new ground for China on ATP Tour | TenniStory

"Total package" Jerry Shang primed to break new ground for China on ATP Tour | TenniStory

By Matt Fitzgerald Jan 05, 2024
TenniStory: Zheng Qinwen

TenniStory: Zheng Qinwen

By Matt Fitzgerald Jan 17, 2023

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Catherine, Princess of Wales, stopped by to see Katie Boulter before watching Elena Rybakina open her title defense on Centre Court.
Wimbledon

Kate Middleton sits next to Roger Federer in Royal Box after Court 18 visit

By Matt Fitzgerald 04 July 2023
Will both competitors tack on two more wins to add to their respective Grand Slam trophy cabinets?
Roland Garros

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek practice side-by-side in preparation for Roland Garros semifinals

By Matt Fitzgerald 08 June 2023
The second seeds, who finished runner-up at the Paris major in 2022, overcame Marta Kostyuk and Elena-Gabriela Ruse, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 6-2, on Sunday.
Roland Garros

Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff return to Roland Garros quarterfinals with three-set rally

By Matt Fitzgerald 04 June 2023
After shining on Court Simonne-Mathieu, the Italian will battle Carlos Alcaraz in a sizzling fourth-round showdown.
Roland Garros

Golden Hour: Lorenzo Musetti lights up Roland Garros in definitive Norrie win

By Matt Fitzgerald 03 June 2023
The German saved two match points in the fourth set, then fought through a wild final game to take the second-rounder on Thursday.
Roland Garros

Tears Of Joy: Daniel Altmaier bests Jannik Sinner in emotional Roland Garros finish

By Matt Fitzgerald 01 June 2023
Down 0-4 in a fifth set late Tuesday, the French favorite overcame cramping through pure passion to deny Sebastian Baez in the first round of Roland Garros.
Roland Garros

The Greatest Showman: Gael Monfils' love for the game and his people transcend Court Philippe Chatrier

By Matt Fitzgerald 31 May 2023