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• Zheng breezes into WTA Finals last four as Rybakina stuns Sabalenka

  06-11-2024 18:30 via bbc.com
  
  Zheng Qinwen crushes Jasmine Paolini to reach the WTA Finals last four as the already-qualified Aryna Sabalenka loses to Elena Rybakina.
  
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• Jannik Sinner sees off Taylor Fritz: ATP Finals tennis – as it happened

  12-11-2024 22:52 via theguardian.com
  
  The world No 1 made it two wins from two in Turin by beating the American 6-4, 6-4 in a rematch of US Open final… or three.Sinner has been doing his final warm-ups and the players will be out in a minute or two: Continue reading...
  
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• Jannik Sinner v Taylor Fritz: ATP Finals group-stage tennis – live

  12-11-2024 19:52 via theguardian.com
  
  ATP Finals updates from the evening session in TurinDe Minaur on brink of exit | Send Katy an emailWhile we’re waiting: here are the highlights from their US Open final.Buonasera! And welcome to our coverage of the ATP Finals group match between Jannik Sinner and Taylor Fritz, which wraps up the action on day three after a transformed Daniil Medvedev defeated Alex de Minaur earlier. Sinner and Fritz both opened with straight-sets victories on Sunday – Sinner against De Minaur and Fri
  
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• Alex de Minaur on brink of ATP Finals exit after heavy loss to Daniil Medvedev

  12-11-2024 18:15 via theguardian.com
  Australian blown away 6-2 6-4 by Russian in TurinMen’s No 1 now relying on other results to stay afloatAlex de Minaur’s ATP Finals debut appears to have come to a brutal end with a match still to play after being blown off court by a rejuvenated Daniil Medvedev.The Russian, who said he was looking forward to the season being over after succumbing to a tantrum during his opening round defeat to Taylor Fritz, brushed aside the Australian No.1 6-2 6-4 in 78 minutes of high-octane tennis
  
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• Andy Murray announces next career step after venturing into new sport

  12-11-2024 11:36 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray has often graced some of the biggest stages in tennis during his career - but will now be taking to a different type of stage entirely after announcing a theatre tour next year
  
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• US tennis analyst taken off-air for derogatory comment about Barbora Krejcikova

  12-11-2024 01:19 via theguardian.com
  
  Tennis Channel removes Jon Wertheim from WTA Finals line-upWertheim sorry for being ‘neither professional nor charitable’ American journalist Jon Wertheim has been removed as an on-air analyst for the Tennis Channel for a derogatory comment he made about Barbora Krejcikova’s forehead.Covering the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Wertheim said in a statement on Sunday that his comment “inadvertently” made it on air after he joined the Tennis Channel broadcast via
  
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• Casper Ruud routs out-of-sorts Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets at ATP Finals

  11-11-2024 23:07 via theguardian.com
  
  Norwegian claims milestone success in 6-1, 7-5 winAlexander Zverev beats Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-4Carlos Alcaraz made a stuttering start to the ATP Finals in Turin as he suffered a shock first career defeat to the world No 7 Casper Ruud.The two-time Wimbledon champion, who won the first of his four grand slam titles by beating Ruud in the 2022 US Open final, went into the contest leading the head-to-head results 4-0. But the inspired Norwegian impressively claimed a milestone ­success in the op
  
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• Casper Ruud routs Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets at ATP Finals

  11-11-2024 16:30 via theguardian.com
  
  Norwegian claims milestone success in 6-1, 7-5 win‘I knew he was maybe dealing with a bit of a cold’Carlos Alcaraz made a stuttering start to the ATP Finals in Turin as he suffered a shock first career defeat to the world No 7 Casper Ruud.The two-time Wimbledon champion, who won the first of his four grand slam titles by beating Ruud in the 2022 US Open final, went in to the contest leading the head-to-head results 4-0. Continue reading...
  
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• Casper Ruud rocks Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets: ATP Finals tennis – as it happened

  11-11-2024 16:05 via theguardian.com
  
  Casper Ruud eased to an unexpected 6-1, 7-5 win over the world No 3 Carlos Alcaraz at the 2024 ATP FinalsAlcaraz 1-2 Ruud* (*denotes server) Beautiful touch from Alcaraz to make it 15-15. Ruud tries to get to the short drop shot but hits it wide but his next serve is a bullet that Alcaraz wildly mishits. An ace takes the Norwegian up 40-30 and he wins the game after Alcaraz hits the next return out.*Alcaraz 1-1 Ruud (*denotes server) Ruud returns Alcaraz’s first serve well out and then net
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz v Casper Ruud: ATP Finals tennis – live

  11-11-2024 14:11 via theguardian.com
  
  ATP finals updates from 1pm GMT start in TurinHave any thoughts? Send Yara an emailAlcaraz is making just his second appearance at the ATP Finals after reaching the semis last year. He lost his opening match Alexander Zverev and told the ATP website that he is hoping to make a fast start this year.Last year was a difficult end of the year for me. I could not play at my best. The last two matches here were pretty good matches for me but the previous two, three tournaments I didn’t play at m
  
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• Novak Djokovic leaves Grand Slam champion in tears after agreeing deal over dinner

  11-11-2024 10:01 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Juan Martin del Potro will play his first match in two years when he faces Novak Djokovic in Argentina, having revealed the Serbian's heart-warming role in setting up the farewell contest
  
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• Sinner sees off De Minaur while Fritz beats angry Medvedev at ATP Finals

  10-11-2024 23:17 via theguardian.com
  
  Sinner defeats Australian opponent 6-3, 6-4 in TurinFritz triumphs 6-4, 6-3 in other Ilie Nastase Group matchHome favourite Jannik Sinner made the ideal start to the ATP Finals in Turin with a straight-sets victory over Alex de Minaur. Sinner recovered from losing his serve in the third game to ease to a 6-3, 6-4 victory in 85 minutes in his first match since winning the Rolex Shanghai Masters on October 13.“He was playing great in the beginning of the match so I just tried to stay there m
  
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• Jannik Sinner v Alex de Minaur: ATP Finals group-stage tennis – as it happened

  10-11-2024 22:38 via theguardian.com
  
  Jannik Sinner defeats Alex de Minaur 6-3, 6-4 in ATP singles group match in Turin*Sinner 1-2 de Minaur Rallies elongating, there’s been plenty of debate about the weight of the balls this year and how they are conducive to even longer rallies. Time for Sinner to feel some pressure as de Minaur gets him to 30-30 and then forces the error to carve out the first break point of the night! He’s got it, Sinner approaches the net but plonks a backhand into the tramline. de Minaur has an ear
  
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• Tennis Channel removes Jon Wertheim 'indefinitely' after mocking Wimbledon champion on air

  10-11-2024 22:29 via express.co.uk
  
  A tennis commentator has been taken off air after making controversial comments about Barbora Krejcikova.
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz lifts lid on private Roger Federer chat as Novak Djokovic secrets shared

  10-11-2024 22:05 via express.co.uk
  
  Carlos Alcaraz had the chance to pick Roger Federer's brain.
  
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• Jannik Sinner steps in to help as ATP Finals clash halted for medical emergency

  10-11-2024 21:46 via express.co.uk
  
  Jannik Sinner's ATP Finals match was paused for a medical emergency.
  
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• Andrey Rublev slammed for 'unfair' ATP Finals decision after bringing suitcase to match

  10-11-2024 20:44 via express.co.uk
  
  Andrey Rublev was one of the last men to qualify for the ATP Finals.
  
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• Jannik Sinner v Alex de Minaur: ATP Finals group-stage tennis – live

  10-11-2024 20:37 via theguardian.com
  
  Fritz keeps his cool to beat angry MedvedevGet in touch! Share your thoughts with JamesThe fantastically named Renaud Lichtenstein is umpiring this evening’s match and there’s a dance show with some heavy strobing taking place on court. The tv screens now show a bouncing tennis ball complete with heart beat sound effect booming around the stadium. It’s all very razzle dazzle.Here are the players! They head out on court separately, de Minaur is warmly received and Sinner strolls
  
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• Emma Raducanu posts exciting update as British star returns to action

  10-11-2024 19:47 via express.co.uk
  
  Emma Raducanu has not played a match in almost two months after getting injured.
  
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• Taylor Fritz laughs at Daniil Medvedev as Russian uses racket upside down mid-match

  10-11-2024 19:00 via express.co.uk
  
  Daniil Medvedev threw his racket and played with it upside down during a mid-match meltdown.
  
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• Taylor Fritz keeps his cool to beat angry Daniil Medvedev at ATP Finals

  10-11-2024 18:29 via theguardian.com
  
  Russian earns a warning before temper on display againFritz secures straight-sets victory in Turin openerTaylor Fritz made a strong start to the ATP Finals in Turin with a straight-sets victory over an angry Daniil Medvedev. The American, who reached the semi-finals on his debut two years ago, produced a level-headed display to claim a 6-4, 6-3 victory.The same could not be said for Medvedev, who earned a warning for smashing his racket after serving three straight double faults to end the openi
  
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• 'Novak Djokovic took me to dinner and made an emotional offer after hours of talking'

  10-11-2024 17:51 via express.co.uk
  
  Novak Djokovic committed to helping one of his rivals after taking him for dinner.
  
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• Daniil Medvedev speaks out after threatening to quit ATP Finals in furious outburst

  10-11-2024 16:45 via express.co.uk
  
  Daniil Medvedev had a huge meltdown and threatened to quit at the ATP Finals.
  
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• Jannik Sinner compared to Andy Murray as telling point made before £3.8m ATP Finals battle

  10-11-2024 15:38 via express.co.uk
  
  Jannik Sinner has been told to copy Andy Murray ahead of this week's home event in Turin.
  
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• Daniil Medvedev threatens to retire from ATP Finals in full-blown meltdown after penalty

  10-11-2024 15:36 via express.co.uk
  
  Daniil Medvedev had a meltdown during his opening match at the ATP Finals.
  
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• Wimbledon champion hits back after commentator's vile words accidentally broadcast

  10-11-2024 13:59 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has taken to social media to address comments made by an American tennis journalist about her appearance on a live broadcast
  
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• Barbora Krejcikova hits out at ‘unprofessional’ US commentary over her appearance

  10-11-2024 12:05 via theguardian.com
  
  Czech responds to comments made on Tennis Channel‘I believe it’s time to address the need for respect’Barbora Krejcikova has criticised “unprofessional commentary” regarding her appearance on the US TV network Tennis Channel.The Wimbledon champion was taking part in the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia this week, the culmination to the regular women’s season, where she lost to Zheng Qinwen in the semi-finals on Friday. Continue reading...
  
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• Battling Coco Gauff sinks Zheng Qinwen to win her first WTA Finals

  09-11-2024 21:50 via theguardian.com
  
  American claims 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (2) victoryGauff faced 5-3 deficit in final setAs Coco Gauff faced down a 5-3 third-set deficit towards the end of a relentless, brutal battle, the odds of victory were dissipating with every point. However, in her short career, the American’s grit has been a constant resource when all else has failed. She has found a way to victory from dire circumstances so many times. In one of the biggest finals of her career, Gauff spent almost the entirety of her three h
  
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• Coco Gauff beats Zheng Qinwen to WTA Finals title – as it happened

  09-11-2024 20:56 via theguardian.com
  
  Coco Gauff wins the WTA Finals after a gripping three-set thriller against Zheng QinwenFirst set: Zheng 3-2 Gauff* (*denotes next server) A humdinger of a game bursting with huge shots and ferocious rallies. An inside out backhand wins Zheng the first point in her serve. Gauff is very quick, spanning the length of the base line like a woman in seven league boots. A inch-perfect forehand from Gauff, then Zheng hits long to give Gauff two break points. Zheng saves the game with a perfectly balance
  
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• Gauff wins WTA Finals after epic battle with Zheng

  09-11-2024 20:53 via bbc.com
  
  Coco Gauff shows supreme determination to come from behind against Zheng Qinwen to win the season-ending WTA Finals.
  
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