Becoming a great champion before coming of age can be a double-edged sword. But not for Mirra Andreeva, who at 17 remains unfazed by money, fame, and media attention: “I know how to handle the pressure.” The Russian tennis player
Less money, fewer sponsors, less exposure. Doubles players are facing a crisis, according to some of the category’s biggest names in tennis: “There’s a lack of effort.” The ATP acknowledges there is “untapped potential” and insists a “new narrative” is
Leylah Fernandez describes the 2021 US Open as “an incredible few weeks,” but after her explosive rise to the top of tennis that took her to that final, the Canadian has struggled to consistently show her best level. “Accepting that
MELBOURNE – Most legends need years to achieve the successes that justify that label. Others, however, the minority, can achieve it in just 12 months. This is the case of Jannik Sinner, who with his title at the Australian Open
MELBOURNE – When Madison Keys decided to undergo psychotherapy, her career found the direction it had been missing: “It’s overwhelmingly necessary.” After 16 years as a professional, 46 Grand Slam appearances, and a lost final in 2017, Keys captured her
MELBOURNE – Just moments after letting go her third consecutive Australian Open title, Aryna Sabalenka vented her frustration by shouting toward her team and smashing her racquet. “It was tough. I just needed time for myself, to switch gears and
MELBOURNE – Against all odds, Madison Keys, ranked 14th in the world, wins the Australian Open title and stops Aryna Sabalenka, ranked second in the world and defending champion of the tournament until today, from becoming a legend. It is
MELBOURNE – There is no hesitation from world number two and Australian Open finalist Alexander Zverev. ‘I’m ready,’ he warns. Ready for what? To win his first Grand Slam title, to be the champion the world has been demanding of
MELBOURNE – In tennis, being world number one isn’t enough to join the group of the legends. Not even a handful of Grand Slams, like the ones Aryna Sabalenka has, will suffice. To stand out, tennis players need to leave
MELBOURNE – Paula Badosa ‘s life took a 180-degree turn: from excruciating pain in her back and the thought of retirement, to breaking through to the semifinals of a Grand Slam for the first time. It happened on Tuesday in
MELBOURNE – The day came when Coco Gauff considered becoming a better reader: “I’ll be forced to read more books! To be a more productive human being.” Her reflection—shared with laughter—this Sunday in Melbourne didn’t stem from a sudden revelation
MELBOURNE – Looking to make up for lost time, Emma Raducanu will have a great chance against Iga Swiatek in the third round of the Australian Open. ‘It’s going to be a great shot of adrenaline,’ said the British 18-year-old
