WASHINGTON D.C. – The 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open is set to deliver an electrifying week of tennis, with Emma Raducanu facing a challenging path in the main draw and tennis icon Venus Williams making a highly anticipated return to competitive action. The combined ATP/WTA 500 event, held at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center, […]
In the pantheon of modern tennis, the “Big 4” – Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray – stand as titans, their dominance casting long shadows over their contemporaries. For most players of their era, facing any one of them presented an intimidating challenge. Yet, Spanish veteran Feliciano Lopez, a player renowned for […]
Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen has successfully undergone arthroscopic surgery on her right elbow to address persistent pain that has plagued her for months. The procedure follows her early exit from Wimbledon and her subsequent withdrawal from the WTA 500 event in Washington. Surgery a Success, Focus Shifts to Rehabilitation The current WTA World No. […]
Roger Federer’s former coach, Ivan Ljubicic, has strongly refuted recent remarks by tennis legend John McEnroe, labeling his comments about Rafael Nadal as “nonsense.” McEnroe had controversially suggested that rising stars Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz would defeat a prime Rafael Nadal on clay. Ljubicic, who coached Federer from 2016 to 2022, expressed his disagreement […]
Tennis legend Andre Agassi has ignited speculation of a potential coaching role with rising star Holger Rune after the two were spotted training together intensely on the practice courts in Washington D.C., just days after the 2025 Wimbledon Championships. The surprise collaboration has generated significant buzz across the tennis world and social media as Rune […]
Tennis legend Mats Wilander has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding the two brightest young stars in men’s tennis, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, by drawing a clear distinction between their inherent abilities and work ethics. According to Wilander, Alcaraz possesses “exceptional talent” that is rare even among professionals, while Sinner’s remarkable success is […]
Legendary tennis player Mats Wilander has weighed in on the burgeoning rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, differentiating their pathways to success by emphasizing their distinct forms of talent. Wilander suggests that while Alcaraz possesses an “exceptional” and “extremely rare talent,” Sinner’s prowess stems more from dedication and a game style that is more […]
Maverick Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has once again stirred debate within the tennis world, asserting that the sport has become “bland” in the post-Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal era. While acknowledging the talent of current players, Kyrgios specifically pointed to a perceived lack of competitive fire and an excess of camaraderie among the top […]
For nearly two decades, the rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal captivated the tennis world, presenting a compelling narrative often framed as a “bromance” between two of the sport’s all-time greats. While their mutual respect and memorable moments, particularly at the Laver Cup, are undeniable, a closer look reveals a relationship far more complex […]
Tennis legend Boris Becker has delivered a pointed message to his former protégé, Novak Djokovic, suggesting that “time is running out” for the Serbian superstar to add significantly to his Grand Slam tally. Becker’s comments come amidst Djokovic’s recent struggles against younger rivals and physical setbacks. The Context of Becker’s Warning: A Shifting Landscape Becker, […]