Roger Federer shared his thought: “I am picturing a merger between the WTA and ATP. These are tough times in every sport and we can come out of this with two weakened bodies or one stronger body……”
Category: Tennis News
Federer donate 1 million Swiss francs to Coronavirus victims
Roger Federer and his wife Mirka have donated 1m Swiss francs “for the most vulnerable families in Switzerland” and have called on others to add their support. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Switzerland has imposed a ban on all private and public events and has closed all non-essential businesses until at least 19 April. Federer… Continue reading Federer donate 1 million Swiss francs to Coronavirus victims
Impact of 2020 French Open Postponement
The French Tennis Federation has postponed the French Open due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The clay-court tournament, which was originally scheduled for May 24 – June 7, will now be held from Sept. 20-Oct. 4. “We have made a difficult yet brave decision in this unprecedented situation, which has evolved greatly since last weekend. We… Continue reading Impact of 2020 French Open Postponement
Sharapova calls it a day as the tennis idol bows out….
How do you leave behind the only life you’ve ever known?,” wrote Sharapova. “How do you walk away from the courts you’ve trained on since you were a little girl, I’m new to this, so please forgive me. Tennis—I’m saying goodbye…….
Federer and Djokovic 50th meeting is for a place in AO2020 Final
Does anyone remember last year’s Wimbledon final? Whatever you may be doing, do not miss this 50th instalment of their historic rivalry. These men have won 13 of the last 16 titles at Melbourne Park, with the Serb accounting for seven and the Swiss six…….
2020 Australian Open – Men’s Preview
Can Novak Djokovic retain his title in Melbourne? The defending champion and seven time winner will look to pick up where he stopped after leading his country to the maiden ATP Cup success. World number one Rafa Nadal has only won once in Melbourne (2009), he is only one Slam behind all-time winner Roger Federer… Continue reading 2020 Australian Open – Men’s Preview
2020 Australian Open – Women’s Preview
Home girl, world number one Ashleigh Barty has the opportunity to deliver a home Slam in front of her compatriots in Melbourne. After suffering five defeats in finals, Serena picked up her first title in Auckland recent and she will have her sight set on a record-equaling 24th Grand Slam at the venue of her… Continue reading 2020 Australian Open – Women’s Preview
Takeaways from The Inaugural ATP Cup
From Brisbane to Perth and Sydney, it was an inaugural tournament to behold. Over 220 thousand fans streamed through the gates in Brisbane, Perth and Sydney for the first edition of this 24-country event……
Serena Williams opens a new page in Auckland
Champions know how to do one thing very well – win. Serena Williams has nothing more to prove – it has been an incredible journey with perhaps the greatest female tennis player and as she enters a new phase of her career, the turn of the decade could just be the new page she needed in her career’s closing chapters……
Zverev needs to start from the scratch again
Whatever happened to Sascha….. From smashed rackets to court meltdown, his preparation for the first Grand Slam of the year is in shambles.
2020 biggest sporting events for the year
2020 promises to offer its own share of exciting events in the world of sports. From tennis, motor racing, athletics, football, rugby, boxing, cricket, etc…. we have a full calendar for a year of sporting activities…..
Nadal joins the greats!
Spanish legend, Rafa Nadal joins this exclusive group on Monday as he began his 200th week at No. 1 joining the likes of Roger Federer, Pete Sampras, Novak Djokovic, Ivan Lendi and Jimmy Connors………