Being a tournament director is no easy task, particularly when it comes to the sensitive issue of awarding wildcards. Richard Krajicek, the director of the Rotterdam Open, is acutely aware of the complexities that come with this responsibility. As he celebrates his 20th anniversary at the helm of the ABN AMRO Open, Krajicek reflects on … Read more
Novak Djokovic has set his sights on winding down his career with a focused schedule in 2024, aiming to secure the few remaining trophies missing from his illustrious resume. However, a new development could put one of his final ambitions—the Davis Cup—in jeopardy, leaving the Serbian icon with a tough choice that might force him … Read more
Coco Gauff’s journey through the 2023 tennis season has been nothing short of remarkable, with her impressive wins, prestigious titles, and substantial prize money earnings. Her success on the court and the significant income she has generated have made headlines worldwide. At just 19, Gauff has achieved the status of being the highest-paid female athlete … Read more
Holger Rune har i de seneste måneder været igennem en række udskiftninger på sin trænerstab, og det har vakt opsigt i tennisverdenen. Den kendte tenniskommentator Mark Petchey antyder, at der måske er mere bag skiftene, end hvad der umiddelbart ser ud til. For bare få måneder siden så det ellers ud til, at Rune havde … Read more
La leggenda del tennis italiano Nicola Pietrangeli, uno dei più grandi sportivi della storia del Paese, ha espresso la sua ammirazione per la rapida ascesa di Jannik Sinner, giovane talento di soli 22 anni. Pietrangeli, due volte campione del Roland Garros e icona dello sport italiano, ha dichiarato di vedere in Sinner un futuro straordinariamente … Read more
Carlos Alcaraz may be making headlines as one of the brightest young stars in professional tennis, but he’s not the only member of the Alcaraz family showing promise on the court. His younger brother, Jaime Alcaraz, is rapidly becoming a sensation in his own right. At just 12 years old, Jaime has already sparked excitement … Read more
Andy Roddick, the former US Open champion and world-renowned serve expert, recently came to the defense of Carlos Alcaraz’s coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, after publicly expressing concerns over Alcaraz’s serve. Roddick’s comments follow a string of critiques aimed at the young Spaniard’s recent struggles on the court, particularly his inability to secure a title since … Read more
Tennis sensation Coco Gauff and NBA star Jimmy Butler have forged an unexpected yet close friendship, built on their shared competitive spirits and mutual admiration for each other’s determination and resilience in their respective sports. Their connection began in early 2023, and over the months, they’ve become a unique support system for one another, bridging … Read more
The internet is abuzz with excitement after a video of Carlos Alcaraz’s 12-year-old brother, Jaime Alcaraz, surfaced, showcasing his promising tennis skills. Jaime, who is the youngest in the Alcaraz family, has already started making waves in Spain’s junior tennis circuit, leading fans to speculate that he might follow in his older brother’s footsteps. The … Read more
British tennis star Emma Raducanu recently faced harsh criticism from television personality Piers Morgan for her involvement in a women empowerment campaign with HSBC. The campaign, part of HSBC’s broader Financial Health Strategy initiative, centers on reshaping classic fairytales to encourage young girls to aspire to financial independence. However, Morgan took issue with the campaign’s … Read more