Stefanos Tsitsipas is different. Think of every preconception you would normally have about a prodigiously talented 20-year-old athlete, and then toss them in the bin. For a start, Tsitsipas is not remotely immature, robotic, or jock-like. In fact if Tsitsipas were still at school he would be the mysterious arty type who despite being the best in the year at all sports eschews the popular kids to develop his photos in the dark room during lunch. He would also be a grade-eight cellist, the handsome lead in the school plays and possess an intelligence way beyond his years. In reality, the 20-year-old from Greece has been enjoying the summer of his life, which could get even better at the US Open where he begins his campaign today against Tommy Robredo. Having been ranked outside the world’s top 150 this time last year, Tsitsipas reached a career high of No 15 after a stunning run to the Rogers Cup final earlier this month. In so doing, Tsitsipas became the … [Read more...] about How tennis is falling in love with Stefanos Tsitsipas
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French Open 2018: Kyle Edmund, Rafael Nadal, Cameron Norrie and Serena Williams in action
31 May 2018 • 1:11pm Edmund currently in action against world No. 45 Fucsovics Watson beaten 6-3, 6-4 by 16th seed Mertens Norrie resumes match against Pouille at around 1.30pm Nadal v Pella due to start at around 2/3pm Serena Williams v Barty not until early evening Auto update On Off 1:11PM On the march A big fist pump from Edmund after he showcases some of his much-improved defence to pinch a point on his way to holding for 3-0. The British No. 1 looks to have recovered from that awful second set. Meanwhile Cameron Norrie and Lucas Pouille have taken to Chatrier. 1:07PM Another momentum shift Edmund looks back to his first set self and breaks immediately at the start of the third to take a 2-0 lead. If Edmund can improve his dismal first serve percentage of 35% then he should have enough to get through this. 1:03PM Norrie next Marin Cilic has edged past Hubert Hurkacz 6-2, 6-2, … [Read more...] about French Open 2018: Kyle Edmund, Rafael Nadal, Cameron Norrie and Serena Williams in action
Give Serena Williams time to find top form, says Clijsters
By Simon Cambers PARIS (Reuters) – Former world number one Kim Clijsters believes Serena Williams will get back to the top, but warned it may take time for her to regain full strength after childbirth. Williams will play her first Grand Slam for more than 15 months at the French Open after having her daughter, Alexis Olympia. She has played just two events since she first returned to the Tour in March. “Pregnancy is very hard to (come back from),” Clijsters told Reuters in an interview. “Everything is a lot looser, it takes time to get that back to where it once was. “I remember doing an interview when Serena was pregnant and people were asking me constantly, do you think she can do it? My thing was, you don’t know how your body will react, how you will react emotionally. “I admire both Serena and Venus because they have a perseverance that is incredible. They’re able to do a lot of things that other people can’t do, physically and … [Read more...] about Give Serena Williams time to find top form, says Clijsters
John McEnroe: Donald Trump offered me $1 million to play Serena Williams
How much would you pay to put on a modern-day Battle of the Sexes tennis match? According to tennis great John McEnroe, Donald Trump was willing pay $1 million. On Wednesday, McEnroe was interviewed on “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” and revealed that 18 years ago, the not-yet-president offered him a decent chunk of change to play either Serena Williams or Venus Williams.The strangest Dear John letter everAccording to McEnroe, he got an envelope while he was calling a match in 1998. It was from Donald Trump, who McEnroe was definitely aware of at the time — he called Trump a “promoter galore.” McEnroe remembers the general gist of the letter.“‘Dear John, I want to offer you $1 million to play either Serena or Venus.'”Why Serena or Venus Williams?In 1998, the sisters were in their late teens. Serena was still establishing herself as a professional, while Venus was experiencing some early success. But being young didn’t stop … [Read more...] about John McEnroe: Donald Trump offered me $1 million to play Serena Williams
French Open 2018: Inspired by Serena Williams, India’s No. 1 tennis star Ankita Raina on the cusp of fulfilling childhood dream
Ankita has a wonderful opportunity of entering the main draw of the 2018 French Open as she was included in the list of qualifiers Exclusive 04 May 2018, 22:10 IST 73 Indian tennis' upcoming star Ankita Raina has a wonderful opportunity of entering the main draw of the 2018 French Open at Roland Garros as she was included in the list of qualifiers which was released recently by the WTA. This will be her first appearance at any stage of a Grand Slam tournament, which is a 'dream come true' for her. Speaking to Sportskeeda, Ankita said, "I think words don’t do justice to feelings. My dream has come true, it’s been my dream since I was little. I always used to watch the Grand Slams on the TV and Serena (Williams) playing and used to ask when will I play there."When asked how she will be preparing for the challenge in Roland Garros, the 25-year-old said, "I will not get much time, maybe 7-8 days which I have kept for movement techniques on clay. … [Read more...] about French Open 2018: Inspired by Serena Williams, India’s No. 1 tennis star Ankita Raina on the cusp of fulfilling childhood dream