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• Fritz upends No. 4 Zverev, into 1st US Open semi

  03-09-2024 23:52 via espn.com
  
  American Taylor Fritz took down No. 4 Alexander Zverev in the US Open quarterfinals Tuesday to reach his first major semifinal.
  
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• Daniil Medvedev drops absolutely hilarious Rafael Nadal joke to Nick Kyrgios

  03-09-2024 23:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Daniil Medvedev recounted his 2019 US Open final against Rafael Nadal by making it clear to the crowd that he still remembers how they rooted for the 22-time Grand Slam champion before hilariously stating that he felt fans were on the Spaniard's side even when they once played during COVID-19 behind the closed doors.Five years ago, the now 28-year-old made his first Major final at Flushing Meadows and it didn't come without any drama. Throughout the tournament, the Russian was getting into it wi
  
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• US Open scores/schedule: Sabalenka & Tiafoe playing overnight

  03-09-2024 23:00 via skysports.com
  
  Keep up with the latest scores from the US Open, an event you can watch live on Sky Sports between now and September 8.
  
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• Pepperell criticizes golf’s shift to money and new trends, disagrees with McIlroy

  03-09-2024 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Eddie Pepperell, a 33-year-old English golfer, recently discussed the FedEx Cup, Scottie Scheffler's victory, and the $25 million bonus awarded to the FedEx Cup champion during an interview with a BBC reporter. Pepperell highlighted a growing concern among golfers that the sport is increasingly focused on financial rewards rather than the game itself. Many players today are frustrated by this shift, feeling that the emphasis on money overshadows the sport's prestige, trophies, and tradition.Pepp
  
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• Navarro rides 2nd-set turnaround to 1st Slam semi

  03-09-2024 22:18 via espn.com
  
  Emma Navarro rode a stunning turnaround right into her first Grand Slam semifinal, beating Paula Badosa 6-2, 7-5 at the US Open on Tuesday to follow up her upset of defending champion Coco Gauff.
  
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• Top of the ‘fake’ leaderboard: Morikawa finds bright side after FedEx Cup loss

  03-09-2024 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Collin Morikawa performed impressively during the FedEx Cup playoffs, but it wasn't enough to secure the title. Scottie Scheffler leveraged his advantage and emerged victorious despite strong competition. Morikawa had to settle for second place, although he captivated golf fans with his performance.The American golfer was rightfully proud of his efforts, considering Scheffler started with a two-shot lead and Morikawa was six shots back at the beginning. Morikawa finished four shots under par com
  
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• Karolina Muchova's confession amid deep US Open run months after 'my worst' injury

  03-09-2024 21:38 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Karolina Muchova revealed she had "a weird feeling" throughout the match against Jasmine Paolini and also took a moment to reflect on fearing for her career just several months earlier because she wasn't sure what would happen after "the worst and most serious injury" of her career.In the US Open round-of-16, the Czech tennis star ousted the fifth-seeded Italian 6-3 6-3 to make back-to-back quarterfinals at Flushing Meadows. Last year, the 28-year-old was playing the tennis of her life - finishe
  
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• 'Play it on the Jumbotron!' | Zverev bends it like Beckham

  03-09-2024 21:13 via skysports.com
  
  Alexander Zvevev hits this incredible forehand around the net against American Taylor fritz at the US Open. Is it the shot of the tournament?
  
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• Federer questions process in 'tricky' Sinner case

  03-09-2024 21:03 via espn.com
  
  Roger Federer said Tuesday that anti-doping authorities have questions to answer about a perceived double standard applied to Jannik Sinner after he avoided a suspension despite two positive steroid tests earlier this year.
  
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• Does Draper have what it takes to upset top-10 ace De Minaur?

  03-09-2024 20:50 via skysports.com
  
  Tim Henman looks ahead to the US Open quarter-final showdown between British No 1 Jack Draper and Alex de Minaur.
  
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• The Explainer: How has Draper risen to the top of British tennis?

  03-09-2024 20:22 via skysports.com
  
  Tim Henman discusses British number 1 Jack Draper's rise on the tennis court and potentials of the young tennis star.
  
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• How has Draper risen to the top of British tennis?

  03-09-2024 20:22 via skysports.com
  
  Tim Henman discusses British number 1 Jack Draper's rise on the tennis court and potentials of the young tennis star.
  
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• Serena Williams reveals why she needs competition in her life

  03-09-2024 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Serena Williams returned as a spectator in the crowd at the US Open, also chatting with tennis players who were protagonists of the New York Slam, between August 31 and September 1. The 23-time Slam champion attended Jannik Sinner's match against Christopher O'Connell, then followed the match of her countryman Tommy Paul and then met WTA No.1 Iga Swiatek."She was the one who approached me, I would never have had the courage to do it! She told me she was rooting for me, it was beautiful to receiv
  
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• Sharapova, Bryan brothers on 2025 Hall ballot

  03-09-2024 19:41 via espn.com
  
  Maria Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, and the doubles team of brothers Mike and Bob Bryan are on the ballot for International Tennis Hall of Fame's class of 2025.
  
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• Navarro continues US Open run into 1st Slam semi

  03-09-2024 19:41 via espn.com
  
  American Emma Navarro defeated Spain's Paula Badosa in straight sets Tuesday in their US Open quarterfinal match to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.
  
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• Novak Djokovic needs to think carefully about his schedule

  03-09-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Novak Djokovic’s 2024 is not easy to assess at this point. The Serbian champion has won his worst tournaments in career at the Grand Slam and has not yet won an ATP title, beginning to show some signs of decline at 37.Former world number 1 lost to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open semi-final, had to retire at the French Open after suffering a knee injury in the match against Cerundolo, was defeated by Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the Wimbledon Championships and eliminated by Alexei Po
  
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• Kei Nishikori leaves shoulder concerns behind, wins in Genoa

  03-09-2024 18:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Ten years after playing in his only Major final at the US Open, Kei Nishikori is not in New York. The Japanese reached the Canada Masters quarter-final in August, achieving his best result in a couple of years. The former finalist could not enter the US Open after spending his protected ranking entry card a year ago, despite withdrawing before the event. Instead of staying on hard courts, former world no. 4 returned to Europe and entered his first Challenger event on a red clay in Como! It was N
  
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• Wednesday at the US Open: Draper quarter-final on Sky from 6.30pm

  03-09-2024 18:54 via skysports.com
  
  Jack Draper bids to reach the final four of the US Open as the British No 1 takes on Australia's Alex de Minaur from approximately 6.30pm on Wednesday, live on Sky Sports.
  
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• 'He keeps me on my toes!' | Draper's coach reveals all about relationship

  03-09-2024 18:34 via skysports.com
  
  Jack Draper's coach James Trotman explains what the British tennis star is like on and off the court ahead of his US Open quarter-final.
  
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• Iga Swiatek breaks down to fullest how she went from dominating to being 'target'

  03-09-2024 18:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek provided a very lengthy explanation and made some very interesting points when asked if it is true that women's tennis is constantly evolving and that the level of the game is better today than it was five years ago as the Pole used her own example to break down why nothing is granted and how you constantly need to improve. For the past couple of years, the Polish superstar has been the best and most accomplished WTA player but she is not a dominant force as Serena Williams was
  
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• Where there's tennis balls, there's dogs! Four legged friends attend the US Open

  03-09-2024 18:07 via skysports.com
  
  Dogs are allowed at the US Open but will other major tennis championships follow in suit?
  
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• Daniil Medvedev has a lot of weapons at the US Open

  03-09-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The most anticipated quarter-final at the 2024 US Open is undoubtedly that between Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev. According to many fans and experts, the match between the Italian ace and the Russian champion can be considered as a kind of early final in the last Grand Slam of the season.The world number 1 has never reached the semi-finals in New York, but he loves these courts and knows that he has a great chance to win his second Major of his young career (especially after t
  
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• Home hopes, long shots make up unexpected US Open quarterfinals

  03-09-2024 17:41 via espn.com
  
  Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner are both going for their first US Open titles. Jessica Pegula and Taylor Fritz could have home-court advantage. Here's how the US Open quarterfinals stack up.
  
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• At 30, Jessica Pegula is on the brink of her first major semifinal

  03-09-2024 17:02 via espn.com
  
  While some of her closest friends on tour are retiring, Jessica Pegula is only getting better with age. Next up: Iga Swiatek in the US Open quarterfinals.
  
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• The green, the bows, the ruffles! Fashion week at the US Open

  03-09-2024 17:00 via skysports.com
  
  Watch the best of fashion from the US Open.
  
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• Feliciano Lopez brutally analyzes Carlos Alcaraz's shocking defeat at US Open

  03-09-2024 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The former Spanish tennis player Feliciano Lopez, in an interview with Sky Sports, tried to analyze the reasons that led to the elimination of Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the US Open. The reigning champion of Roland Garros and Wimbledon appeared rather exhausted and never found the way to stage a real reaction on the court.Feliciano explained how the defeat certainly disappointed the young Spaniard, who arrived at Flushing Meadows - according to Lopez - mentally exhausted."I think he's
  
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• Rafael Nadal on Jannik Sinner’s case: 'I believe in his innocence'

  03-09-2024 16:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Rafael Nadal supported Jannik Sinner over his doping scandal! The Spaniard expressed his opinion about the case that shook the tennis world a couple of weeks ago, believing the Italian did not want to dope. Also, the 22-time Major winner trusted the process that had been going on since March, saying the anti-doping authorities did not suspend Jannik because he was world no. 1 but because he proved his innocence. The Spaniard and the Italian have respected each other since their first practice se
  
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• 2024 US Open Day 9: Sabalenka v Zheng, Fritz v Zverev In QFs

  03-09-2024 16:11 via tennis-x.com
  Three Americans are on court Tuesday at the US Open, how many win?
  
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• Iga Swiatek reveals why it's difficult to face Jessica Pegula

  03-09-2024 16:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The WTA No. 1 Iga Swiatek has qualified for the quarterfinals of the US Open, where she will face the American Jessica Pegula, in what is a highly anticipated match. The Polish player defeated the Russian Liudmila Samsonova in the round of 16 with a score of 6-4 6-1. Jessica, instead, beat another Russian, the rising star Diana Shnaider.The American won the WTA 1000 in Toronto and then reached the final of the Cincinnati Open, arriving in New York with great ambitions and the desire to conquer t
  
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• Andy Murray’s legacy is too underestimated

  03-09-2024 15:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Andy Murray was one of the best players in the modern era and showed an immense love for tennis, choosing not to give up even when his body decided to quit. The former Scottish champion’s career seemed to be drawing to a close five years ago when he appeared in tears before reporters at the 2019 Australian Open.The former world number 1 has had serious hip problems in his last years of career, but a delicate and innovative surgery allowed him to return to high level play against all odds.
  
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• Jannik Sinner tops Tommy Paul, sets Daniil Medvedev clash

  03-09-2024 14:43 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  World no. 1 Jannik Sinner will compete in his ninth Major quarter-final and the second at the US Open. The Italian faced the American Tommy Paul at Arthur Ashe Stadium, earning a 7-6, 7-6, 6-1 triumph in two hours and 42 minutes. Thus, he will now face the former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev in the most anticipated quarter-final in New York. The world's best player took 23 points more than the crowd favorite, prevailing in the opening two sets and sealing the deal with a strong performance i
  
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• Sinner gets super milestone by reaching Federer, Nadal and Djokovic

  03-09-2024 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The leap of quality seen in the second half of 2023 has been largely confirmed in 2024: Jannik Sinner is playing an extraordinary season and - net of the controversies related to the doping issue - titles, results, statistics and records say that the young Italian has made - in just one year - monstrous progress. The Italian athlete has taken several satisfactions, won his first Grand Slam title and conquered the position of number 1 aswl ATP Ranking.Compared to his rival Carlos Alcaraz (th
  
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• Italian legend explains Carlos Alcaraz's main problem

  03-09-2024 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The 2024 US Open came at the most important moment, but there were surprises already during the first week. The shocking eliminations of Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz and Serbian Novak Djokovic have upset the draw, giving many outsiders a chance to achieve the most important result in their careers.Carlos Alcaraz, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot Both arrived in New York with little energy after the Olympic efforts and failed to express their best tennis. The young Spaniard - who ha
  
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• Rafael Nadal gave his 'sentence' on Jannik Sinner's doping issue

  03-09-2024 13:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Rafael Nadal is on Sinner's side, regarding the doping-issue that has involved the young Italian, in recent months. The Spanish champion was interviewed on the television program El Hormiguero and was questioned about the matter.Nadal Defends Sinner 🦊: Justice Prevails Over Doubt!Rafael Nadal, always the voice of reason. 🎙️ In a recent interview, he defended Jannik Sinner with class: "Justice is justice and we don't have to like it only when they decide what we want t
  
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• Should Rafael Nadal follow his heart or his mind?

  03-09-2024 12:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Rafael Nadal did not achieve much in the first part of 2024 and doubts about his future as a professional player became more and more insistent. The former world number 1 has worked hard in recent months to get back in good shape and improved his physical condition, but he seemed far from the top players' level.Rafael Nadal, Bastad 2024© Stream screenshot The Spanish legend has played only one Grand Slam tournament this year, his beloved French Open (where he won 14 times), but was eli
  
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• Jannik Sinner reveals what was the key to beat Tommy Paul

  03-09-2024 11:11 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner qualified for the quarterfinals of the US Open after beating Tommy Paul in three sets. The young Italian will face Daniil Medvedev in the quarterfinals, in what is undoubtedly the match between the two favorites to win the New York Major.In the interview after the match, the Italian champion analyzed the challenge against the American, praising his rival, talking about the key points of the match and focusing on the quarterfinal against the Russian."It was very nice to pl
  
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• Former world. No. 19 returns to Futures after ten years and loses

  03-09-2024 10:11 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former world no. 19 Hyeon Chung is back in action, returning to competition after over a year. The 2018 Australian Open semi-finalist returned to Futures for the first time in ten years, entering the M25 Sapporo event in Japan. The Korean met the 16-year-old Japanese Hiromasa Koyama and suffered a 7-5, 6-1 loss in an hour and 44 minutes. One of the most talented NextGen players could not endure the demanding pace of modern tennis, struggling with injuries and missing all the action between Septe
  
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• Draper proud to emulate Murray with US Open QF

  03-09-2024 08:32 via espn.com
  
  Jack Draper said he was thrilled to become the first British man to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals since his friend and mentor Andy Murray in 2016 after beating Tomas Machac in straight sets on Monday.
  
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• Why more mothers are playing elite tennis than ever before

  03-09-2024 08:00 via skysports.com
  
  Grand Slam champions Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki and Angelique Kerber are all part of a growing trend that sees more mothers competing on the WTA Tour.
  
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• Why British No 1 Draper is a genuine US Open title contender

  03-09-2024 07:00 via skysports.com
  
  Jack Draper has always loved playing at the US Open, where the fast courts help his style, and he will now be dreaming of following in Andy Murray's footsteps. Without a doubt, he's a genuine title contender in New York.
  
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• Jack Draper: Britain's US Open title contender

  03-09-2024 07:00 via skysports.com
  
  Jack Draper has always loved playing at the US Open, where the fast courts help his style, and he will now be dreaming of following in Andy Murray's footsteps. Without a doubt, he's a genuine title contender in New York.
  
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• Sinner stops Paul to set up Medvedev showdown

  03-09-2024 06:24 via espn.com
  
  Top seed Jannik Sinner survived a hard-fought battle against Tommy Paul to beat the American 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5), 6-1 and reach the US Open quarterfinals on Monday.
  
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• Sinner beats Paul to set up Medvedev quarter-final

  03-09-2024 06:04 via bbc.com
  
  Jannik Sinner produces some of his best tennis of the US Open so far to beat Tommy Paul and set up a quarter-final against Daniil Medvedev.
  
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• How a Midtown coffee shop has become the fuel of the US Open

  03-09-2024 05:06 via espn.com
  
  This year at the US Open, Jordan Thompson, Max Purcell, Alexei Popyrin and many others have one daily routine in common: They all go to Little Collins, an Australian coffee shop in Midtown.
  
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• Paige Spiranac: "It has been fun to get back"

  03-09-2024 04:28 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Luke Kwon beat Roger Steele, Sean Walsh and Wesley Bryan on the final hole to become the first winner of the Creator Classic held at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia.Creators Classic is a tournament between 16 celebrities that has been created in collaboration with the PGA Tour and the production company Pro Shop as a preview of the FedEx Cup, the Tour Championship.The media influencer Paige Spiranac finished the tournament in ninth place with a 2 over par, more than fulfilling her goal o
  
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• Martina Navratilova has sage advice for Emma Raducanu after US Open heartbreak

  03-09-2024 04:25 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Martina Navratilova thinks it is time for Emma Raducanu to look herself in the mirror and make some serious and clear choices about how she goes about her career because the current approach just isn't working out. Since returning from multiple surgeries, the 2021 US Open champion has been looking better for the most part. But still, there have been some questionable decisions that left many baffled. Most recently, it happened during the ongoing North American hard-court swing after th
  
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• De Minaur wins Aussie affair to reach quarters

  03-09-2024 03:46 via espn.com
  Alex de Minaur has denied great mate Jordan Thompson in a titanic all-Australian fourth-round US Open showdown to notch yet another milestone in his stellar grand slam season.
  
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• 'I don't want to leave' - Sabalenka bids for semi-final spot

  03-09-2024 03:45 via bbc.com
  
  Aryna Sabalenka says she "just does not want to leave early" as she bids to reach a fourth successive US Open semi-final.
  
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• US Open scores/schedule: Fritz vs Zverev with Sabalenka & Tiafoe to come

  03-09-2024 03:30 via skysports.com
  
  Keep up with the latest scores from the US Open, an event you can watch live on Sky Sports between now and September 8.
  
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• US Open scores/schedule: Badosa & Fritz vs Zverev on Ashe in day session

  03-09-2024 03:30 via skysports.com
  
  Keep up with the latest scores from the US Open, an event you can watch live on Sky Sports between now and September 8.
  
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