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• Casper Ruud gets brutally honest on Jannik Sinner's doping drama

  14-09-2024 21:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Casper Ruud says he initially understood why some of the criticism was coming Jannik Sinner's way but then analyzed the case more deeply and realized that the world No. 1 made a valid explanation and that he had a strong defense. When it was announced that the Italian failed two doping tests in March but didn't face any ban, the tennis world was left shocked. In their statement, the ITIA revealed that the 23-year-old tested positive for a prohibited steroid twice but that it came while his
  
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• Charleston Open to pay men, women equal in '26

  06-04-2025 23:23 via espn.com
  
  The Charleston Open, a WTA-500 and ATP-500 level event, said it would pay equal prize money to women and men starting in 2026.
  
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• Daniil Medvedev shares his opinion on Jannik Sinner's return

  06-04-2025 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Without Jannik Sinner – suspended from the professional tour for three months after his agreement with WADA – many players took advantage of it to win very prestigious titles. The Indian Wells Masters 1000 was won by Jack Draper, who put in a series of truly impressive performances by finding the perfect feeling with the surface in California. In Miami – in the second Masters 1000 of the season – Jakub Mensik triumphed, protagonist of an almost perfect tournament embellis
  
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• Charleston: Jessica Pegula wins final in two sets in absolutely stunning way

  06-04-2025 22:31 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jessica Pegula landed her first Charleston Open title in quite some style as the American tennis star saved multiple set points and won the last six games of the second set to complete a 6-3 7-5 win over world No. 44 Sofia Kenin. In an all-American final, top-seeded Pegula created 17 break points and converted seven of those opportunities en route to landing her eighth WTA title. Also, this is the first clay title for the 31-year-old. On the other side, Kenin was hoping to claim her fi
  
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• Sergio Garcia praises Carla Bernat Escuder, coached by his father's Spanish academy

  06-04-2025 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Carla Bernat Escuder, perhaps an unknown name to some, but there is no doubt that after the victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur tournament, she will attract the public's attention. The young golfer was coached by Sergio Garcia's father. The young Spaniard played a great tournament, achieving the lowest result in the history of the tournament. In an interview with the media, Escuder shared her emotions, having a problems to process everything that happened.“It fee
  
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• Top golf journalist notices flaw in Scottie Scheffler’s performance at Houston Open

  06-04-2025 21:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Scottie Scheffler will play again in the Masters, wanting to defend his title. The 28-year-old golfer is motivated to defend his title, and most give him and McIlroy the best chance to celebrate at this year's Masters. Well-known figures from the world of golf give various predictions, and Patrick McDonald, a well-known golfer, reflected on Scheffler's recent performances, talking about the chances that the American will celebrate at the Masters again this year.“I think at a 9/10,&ldq
  
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• Bogota: Home favorite Camila Osorio rises to occasion again, wins third WTA title

  06-04-2025 21:08 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Colombia's Camila Osorio has just completed another triumphant run in front of her home fans after ousting world No. 223 Katarzyna Kawa 6-3 6-3 in the Bogota final.The Colombian tennis star, who was seeded at No. 2, realized five of her 10 break point opportunities and also once got broken twice in en route to sealing the win in just less than an hour and a half of play.Osorio now has three WTA titles in her collection. And the interesting thing is that all of those three wins came in the same t
  
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• Bryson DeChambeau shares what excites him most about playing the Masters

  06-04-2025 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Playing the Masters is the dream of every golfer who picks up a golf club as a kid. Bryson DeChambeau is one of the golfers who made such a dream come true, and he has many fond memories of this Major. Speaking to the media, LIV Golfer reflected on this year's Masters, revealing what excites him the most about this tournament. The 31-year-old emphasized the atmosphere, which is completely different from all other tournaments. The American golfer continued, recalling moments w
  
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• Rory McIlroy adopts Tiger Woods’ strategy for Masters success

  06-04-2025 20:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  All eyes are on Rory McIlroy and his performance at this year's Masters. The 35-year-old golfer has serious ambitions this year, aware that his form can be a guarantee of success. Many experts, former golfers and analysts gave their opinion regarding McIlory's chances at this year's Masters. Brandel Chamblee, a well-known name, is delighted with Rory's progress and form since the beginning of the season.“It is harder for him than it is Scottie to hit those cuts, but this year I t
  
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• Butch Harmon on McIlroy’s chances: "He’s fixed the problem for the Masters"

  06-04-2025 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Excitement before the start of the Masters is at its peak, and important figures of this sport give interesting predictions. It seems that the biggest focus is on Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, golfers who are marked by many as favorites at this year's edition. Rory McIlroy has been searching for the Majors title for 11 years, and many feel that he has never been in a better position than before this year's Masters. His furious start to the season raises optimism that Rory co
  
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• Two decades after beating Roger Federer, Richard Gasquet wins in Monte Carlo

  06-04-2025 19:52 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Twenty-three years after debuting in Monte Carlo, Richard Gasquet is still capable of winning matches at one of his favorite tournaments. The 38-year-old received a wild card for the main draw, embracing his last Monte Carlo campaign before ending his career at Roland Garros.Richard's first ATP win came in Monte Carlo in 2002, and the most recent one came against Matteo Arnaldi on Sunday in the first round. Gasquet ousted the younger opponent 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 in two hours and 34 minutes after a mas
  
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• Phil Mickelson: LIV Golf is expanding the game globally, while PGA stays national

  06-04-2025 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Phil Mickelson has been a favorite figure on the golf scene for years, but by joining LIV, the experienced golfer seems to have demolished everything he had previously built. Fans were outraged by his moves, especially controversial statements, which some labeled as provocateurs. Although, now a few years later, the tensions are less, considering that the PGA and LIV are close to the final deal, it seems that Phil still arouses reactions. Speaking to Fox News, 'Lefty' expressed frustra
  
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• Gasquet reaches Monte Carlo Masters 2nd round

  06-04-2025 19:17 via espn.com
  
  Richard Gasquet beat Matteo Arnaldi 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 Sunday to reach the second round of the Monte Carlo Masters as he makes his last appearance at the tournament.
  
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• Watch: Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz train together in MC

  06-04-2025 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  On Sunday, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic trained together in Monte Carlo ahead of the season's third Masters 1000 event. Carlos and Novak are seeded 2nd and 3rd behind Alexander Zverev. They landed in different parts of the draw, and if they face next week, it will be the title clash. Carlos is competing in Monte Carlo only for the second time after skipping the first clay-court Masters 1000 event a couple of times due to injuries. The Spaniard will face Francisco Cerundolo or
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz makes huge change for the 2025 clay court season

  06-04-2025 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The season on red clay takes on a really important value for Carlos Alcaraz, who has only shone on and off in the first three months of 2025. The young Spanish star lifted a trophy in Rotterdam in February, breaking the curse of Spanish players in that tournament, but in the other tournaments the results were quite disappointing for a champion of his level.The 4-time Grand Slam champion – who failed to overtake Sascha Zverev in second place in the ATP ranking despite the German's poor
  
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• Nick Faldo backs McIlroy’s preparation, calls him a strong contender for the Masters

  06-04-2025 18:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  There are many predictions before the start of the Masters, and the well-known name of the golf scene, Sir Nick Faldo, gave predictions regarding this year's Masters, believing that Rory McIlroy can make a big step. In an interview with the media, Nick Faldo put special emphasis on the preparations of McIlroy, but also on the qualities that he has always possessed. Although most feel that the mental aspect of the game will be key this year as well, Faldo expects the Northern Irishman t
  
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• Bucharest: Flavio Cobolli tops Sebastian Baez, lifts his first ATP title

  06-04-2025 18:23 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Flavio Cobolli conquered his first ATP title in Bucharest. The 22-year-old Italian defeated Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-4 in the title clash in an hour and 46 minutes. Thus, he became the fifth first-time ATP champion in 2025.Flavio kicked off the season with two wins at the United Cup before embracing eight consecutive losses! However, he raised his level in Bucharest and defeated five rivals to lift a trophy and return into the top-40. Cobolli never chased the result against Baez. He kept his c
  
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• Having brother in box helps Djokovic 'on different level'

  06-04-2025 18:19 via bbc.com
  
  Novak Djokovic says having brother Marko alongside him at the Monte Carlo Masters will "help me on a different level emotionally".
  
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas is ready for Monte Carlo and reveals his main goal

  06-04-2025 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Monte Carlo Masters 1000 is the first huge tournament on red clay, and there is no doubt that Stefanos Tsitsipas has to handle significant pressure these days. The Greek ace won the title in the Principality last year and has always had an excellent feeling with this event, considering that all three Masters 1000 won by him so far have come right here.This surface is probably the one that best suits Stefanos' game, because it allows him to make a difference with the forehand and to be more i
  
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• PGA Tour commissioner discusses LIV Golf and PIF negotiations with President Trump

  06-04-2025 17:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Donald Trump is still the main mediator in the negotiations between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. The US president is probably the most important figure in these negotiations, but there are still no significant developments regarding the final deal. However, a few days ago, PGA Tour commissioner, Jay Monahan, and player director Adam Scott met with Trump at the White House regarding the merger. Monahan and Scott issued an official statement, aware of how impatient fans are for a solution
  
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• Casper Ruud spends beautiful words for Jannik Sinner

  06-04-2025 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Rome Masters 1000 will be the tournament in which fans will be able to admire Jannik Sinner on the tennis court again. The world number 1 is serving the ban period - the result of his agreement with WADA - which began on February 9 and will end on May 4, in which he had to agree to stay away from the sport he loves despite having been acquitted of all charges in the first instance.In a recent interview with 'Sky Sport Italy', the 23-year-old from Sesto Pusteria confessed that he feels good i
  
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• Rory McIlroy advised to adopt Masters winner’s strategy to achieve career grand slam

  06-04-2025 16:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Rory McIlroy has been searching for a career Grand Slam for years, and it seems that his enormous hunger and desire for success only creates greater problems for him. The Northern Irish golfer could become the sixth player to achieve a career Grand Slam. His career has been under a lot of scrutiny for years, and former golfer, now commentator, Ewen Murray shared his opinion. Namely, Murray feels that Rory could make it a success if he follows the example of Niick Faldo, who kept a
  
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• Democrats blast Donald Trump for golfing while the stock market tanks

  06-04-2025 15:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Donald Trump has become the target of criticism both from the public in the US and around the world. He received special criticism from Democrats, who are outraged by Trump's moves. Namely, the US president visited one of his golf courses over the weekend, even though the world is in enormous chaos because of his new tariffs. A trade war has arisen in the world, thanks to Trump, but the US leader does not seem too worried about the reactions of others, firmly convinced that he is doing
  
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• Fabio Fognini on besting Rafael Nadal in MC: 'One of my career-best moments'

  06-04-2025 15:18 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Fabio Fognini received a wild card for the Monte Carlo Masters, entering the main draw in the Principality for the 14th time. The 2019 champion will face Francisco Cerundolo in the first round, seeking his first Monte Carlo win in three years.Speaking about his Monte Carlo journey, Fognini explained his connections with a notable event. His mother used to come to Monte Carlo with her friends from the tennis club, and Fabio was often there with her. Fognini's career-high moment in the Princi
  
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• Butch Harmon believes Tommy Fleetwood’s game is built for Augusta

  06-04-2025 14:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Butch Harmon, a former golf player and golf instructor, gave predictions regarding the Masters in a media interview, having significantly different visions than most experts in the world of golf. Namely, the 81-year-old believes that Tommy Fleetwood will excel in this tournament, seeing him as the main favorite. Although the majority give the best chances to Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy in this tournament, Harmon's views are of public interest.“His game suits Augusta very well.
  
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• Alexander Zverev asked if Boris Becker is his new coach after viral Monte Carlo video

  06-04-2025 14:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Alexander Zverev gave a diplomatic answer when asked about the chatter that he may have started working with Boris Becker as the world No. 2 stated that he has a great relationship with the German tennis legend and added that the public has the right to make speculations. Ahead of the start of the opening clay Masters of the year in Monte Carlo, the German tennis star was spotted practicing with Becker sitting courtside. For years - especially in Germany - tennis fans often called on the 27
  
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• LIV golfer Phil Mickelson ready for Masters challenge after stiff competition

  06-04-2025 13:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Phil Mickelson is aware that he has a great chance of success, considering that he enters the final round three shots behind Bryson DeChambeau. The experienced golfer had a great round with a one-over 73. Although it has been four years since he won the title, he still hopes to achieve his dream in the next round. In an interview with the media, Phil shared his impressions regarding the first two days at the last tournament, stressing that it is a great feeling to find yourself again i
  
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• Sofia Kenin gets funny and honest ahead of Charleston final vs Jessica Pegula

  06-04-2025 12:36 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Sofia Kenin funnily stated the obvious that "one American is going to win the Charleston title" before getting serious and acknowledging that beating Jessica Pegula in their French Open match probably doesn't mean a lot heading into their big final.On Saturday, the 2020 Australian Open champion - who is currently ranked at No. 44 in the world - was 5-2 up against Amanda Anisimova when fellow American Amanda Anisimova retired due to a hip issue. Now, Kenin is for another all-American battle
  
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• Houston: Jenson Brooksby saves a MP, edges Tommy Paul

  06-04-2025 10:31 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  World no. 507 Jenson Brooksby is through to his fourth ATP final in Houston, the first since the summer of 2022! Jenson faced the top seed Tommy Paul in the semi-final and prevailed 7-6, 3-6, 7-6 in two hours and 42 minutes. Brooksby prevailed over rain and his opponent to reach the title clash and embrace his strongest campaign since returning to action. Paul overcame a 5-2 deficit in the opener before falling in the tie break. The top seed played well in the second set and forced a decide
  
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• Australian tennis legend reveals true feelings about new Aussie Daria Kasatkina

  06-04-2025 05:35 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Daria Kasatkina is receiving a very warm welcome to Australia by one of the country's tennis legends as Sam Stosur declared the 27-year-old "one of the most liked players" in the game. Last weekend, Russian-born Kasatkina announced through her social media that she was switching her nationality. When explaining the reasons behind that move, the world No. 12 admitted that her stance against the Russian government but also being gay basically made it impossible for her to continue as a Russia
  
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