Loose strings and tequila to forget: welcome to Adrian Mannarino ‘s curiosities
When Adrian Mannarino sees that he has been scheduled for Rod Laver Arena under the Melbourne sunshine, he will have a hint about the opponent he will face. Perhaps it will be against one of the title favourites? Novak Djokovic
Zverev, the new taboo in tennis
Germany's Alexander Zverev is definitely the new taboo in tennis. Simply by reading the following answers from four top players. Stefanos Tsitsipas: "I won't talk about it. I am completely unfamiliar with the situation. I have nothing to comment. Grigor Dimitrov: "First
Keep dreaming, South America, you won’t (ever?) get another ATP 500 – Analysis
A tale in world tennis that is simple to understand. Doha, Dallas and Munich, or in other words: Qatar, United States and Germany. Even clearer: Middle East, North America and Europe. Plain and simple: the eternal tradition of tennis mixed with
Fans on board: Federer took his die-hard followers to sail with him on a Swiss lake
The loyalty of the fan is thanked by the superstar so many times with a generalized "thank you all". With physical distance from the court or from a stage. If the fan is lucky they may get an autograph or
“We must go to every corner of the globe, not only care about Grand Slams nations” – interview with Dietloff von Arnim
Forget about putting the focus on Australia, France, Great Britain or the United States if the goal is to improve tennis, says in this interview Dietloff von Arnim. "We shouldn't just worry about the Grand Slams nations. Much more important is
Being a Serbian tennis player not named Novak Djokovic: “It’s maybe not so pleasant” (Laslo Djere says so)
NEW YORK / SANTIAGO - Serbian Laslo Djere says that the fact that a guy of his own nationality and who plays his own sport is the biggest winner of all time doesn't add a drop of pressure to his
Sebastián Báez’s successful and independent path: “Friendship is overrated”
NEW YORK - A streak of twelve straight wins, two titles, and an auspicious start to the last Grand Slam of the year. Success in Sebastian Báez 's career is coming with a degree of independence. "Friendship can sometimes be overrated,"
Alcaraz wins, inspires and bets on the spectacle: “I always want to put on a show”
NEW YORK - Evening is falling in New York, and from Corona Park the view towards Arthur Ashe Stadium is beautiful. The lights form the rainbow that heralds Pride Night, which has been celebrated at the US Open since 2021. LGBTIQ+
Diapers and racquets: why tennis becomes family-friendly
LONDON - Asics thought of a detail for its pre-Wimbledon event. The Japanese sportswear brand invited tennis players to customize their shoes before the competition on London's grass. Several engraved the tournament logo, or opted for a design with the
“In Patagonia I will have a safe place” – interview with Diego Schwartzman
LONDON - Diego Schwartzman says he is "another player" than he was in the first half of 2023, but he is not obsessed with regaining the status he held for more than five years. "I'm at the stage of saying 'let's