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• Draper heads to Stuttgart final as new British No.1

  15-06-2024 16:50 via espn.com
  
  Jack Draper reached his first-ever grass-court final on Saturday after defeating Brandon Nakashima in straight sets at the Stuttgart Open.
  
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• European Tour chief apologizes for PGA Tour and PIF's controversial meeting date

  21-09-2024 05:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  After Guy Kinnings, the European Tour Group chief executive, held meetings with the PGA Tour and PIF on September 11, there were immediate reactions from the families of 9/11 victims. Golf fans also reacted strongly, viewing Kinnings's actions as a catastrophic move that disrespected the victims. In response to the huge backlash, Kinnings later decided to address the criticism.Notably, Terry Eagleson, president of 9/11 Justice, expressed that the involvement of key golf figures in such a meeting
  
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• Scheffler's little arrangement to pay his caddy

  21-09-2024 04:34 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Guest on the American online podcast "Pardon My Take", world number 1 Scottie Scheffler looked back on his XXL 2024 season and the compensation that goes with it. Revealing in passing a small arrangement to please everyone on the financial level.The $25 million FedEx Cup bonus paid to Scottie Scheffler a few weeks ago after winning the Tour Championship at the end of the 2024 season brought his total earnings to more than $62 million on the course.Scheffler, caddyIt must be said that with seven
  
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• ATP player gets real on why he felt being 'suffocated' by Novak Djokovic

  21-09-2024 04:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Alexandre Muller used some pretty strong words to describe how tough it was to play against Novak Djokovic as the world No. 70 said he felt like he was being "suffocated" out there. 12 months ago, the 27-year-old got a chance to meet the record 24-time Grand Slam champion for the first time. To say the least, it wasn't a good day at the office for the Frenchman as the Serb dismantled him with a 6-0 6-2 6-3 scoreline. At the start of the match, the current world No. 4 stormed past the f
  
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• Melissa Reid would be a great Solheim captain

  21-09-2024 03:42 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  While Europe has just lost the trophy it has held since 2019, the name of the future Solheim Cup captain is already being discussed. The Englishwoman Charley Hull (photo), a strong link in Suzann Pettersen's team in Virginia, would gladly opt for her compatriot, Melissa Reid.Melissa Reid, SolheimWho will succeed the Norwegian Suzann Pettersen at the head of the European Solheim Cup team, beaten 15.5 to 12.5 last week in Gainesville (Virginia)? Charley Hull, the best player of this 19th edition o
  
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• Rory McIlroy, the improbable solution invented

  21-09-2024 02:38 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  If you wanted further proof of the imagination deployed by players on a course, watch this incredible putter shot by world number 3 Rory McIlroy on Thursday at Wentworth!After four consecutive birdies and a bogey on the 7th, Rory McIlroy found himself in an awkward position on the 8th, one of the few holes with water, at the Wentworth course in Surrey, southwest of London.His second shot came to rest a few centimetres from the hazard on the green, so much so that the Northern Irishman had no roo
  
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• Roger Federer reveals question that can irk retired player so much

  21-09-2024 02:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Roger Federer says he is happy that he "does not feel like an alien" in his return to tournaments as he acknowledged that certain questions can irk a retired player and make him never come back. After the Swiss tennis icon officially walked away from pro tennis during the Laver Cup in 2022 September, there were rumors that the Australian Open organizers were pushing hard to have him as a guest during the 2023 tournament edition. But the former world No. 1 declined that invitation as his fir
  
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• Jim Furyk snaps and lashes out at journalist

  21-09-2024 01:45 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  A week before the 15th Presidents Cup at the Royal Montreal Golf Club in Canada, American captain Jim Furyk did not appreciate the question from a journalist from his country and made it clear to him!He explained that he was just doing his job by asking his question, but Adam Schupack was met with lightning from his interlocutor, Team USA captain Jim Furyk!"Indeed, the latter did not appreciate at all the remark of the GolfWeek journalist who suggested that for the good of the Presidents Cup, it
  
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• Laver Cup tied after Fritz, Shelton win in doubles

  21-09-2024 01:14 via espn.com
  
  American pair Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton edged Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev in doubles to tie the Laver Cup after the first day Friday.
  
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• Jon Rahm's legion, going for the cherry on top

  21-09-2024 00:52 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  With the individual champion's trophy under his arm, Jon Rahm will lead his Legion XIII from Friday to Sunday (18:15, Movistar Golf) for the last time this season, as the LIV closes until next year with its team final, which will be held at the Maridoe Golf Club in Dallas. A format without parallel on the classic circuits, which pits its 13 franchises against each other in a series of eliminatory rounds with a succulent prize pool, of course, at stake: 50 million dollars (44.7 million euros).Jon
  
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• Costeen Hatzi gives funny but honest answer on prospect of marrying Nick Kyrgios soon

  21-09-2024 00:25 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Costeen Hatzi sounds like she has found the love of her life but indicates that it will take more time before she and Nick Kyrgios tie the knot as the 24-year-old considers herself "still pretty young" for that type of life decision.After meeting in late 2021, it didn't take long before Hatzi and the 29-year-old Australian started a relationship. But the story behind their romance is a bit funny one as the influencer was selling a mirror on Instagram when she received a DM from the eight-time AT
  
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• Schauffele and Scheffler react to LIV Golfers: PGA of America makes huge decision

  20-09-2024 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  As confirmed, the PGA of America has allowed LIV golfers to participate in next year's Ryder Cup and the U.S. PGA Championship. This means we can expect to see some well-known names, likely including Bryson DeChambeau, who could be a key asset for the American team from LIV Golf. Reactions from golf fans vary widely. Some are open to these changes, believing that the U.S. team needs every individual who can strengthen this team, while others have such a strong aversion to LIV Golf that they
  
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• Naomi Osaka's ex-coach has very direct message for Coco Gauff

  20-09-2024 22:42 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Serena Williams' ex-hitting partner and Naomi Osaka's former coach Sascha Bajin has made himself available to Coco Gauff after she decided to make a coaching change. After not having the summer she wanted, the American tennis star put an end to her partnership with coach Brad Gilbert.Shortly after hiring Andre Agassi's former coach in July 2023, the 20-year-old won two biggest titles of her career as she became a WTA 1000 champion in Cincinnati and also a Grand Slam winner in front of her h
  
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• PGA of America confirms LIV Golf players can compete in Ryder Cup

  20-09-2024 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  There has been much talk about whether American LIV golfers would be able to play in the upcoming Ryder Cup, but the PGA of America has delighted those golfers by confirming they will have the opportunity to compete at the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in 2025. The PGA of America confirmed this information on Thursday, emphasizing that the U.S. team deserves to have the best individuals on its roster. While the Americans have a strong team of skilled and talented golfers, names like Brys
  
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• Rick Macci stressed a wise advice to Coco Gauff

  20-09-2024 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  A few days ago Coco Gauff chose to split with coach Brad Gilbert. The American certainly expected more from the US Open, where she was the defending champion, but the disappointing result, which is crowning a season that was all in all below expectations, pushed the 20-year-old towards this decision.The former coach of Venus and Serena Williams, Rick Macci expressed his opinion on this sporting separation, explaining how Coco is a winner and giving the young American a valid piece of advice to i
  
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• Billie Jean King reveals why she would eliminate best-of-5 sets matches

  20-09-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Billie Jean King, through her X account, has spoken out on the future of tennis, focusing on best-of-5-sets matches, like those played in the men's singles of the Slams. Could this measure improve the game of tennis and bring younger people closer to our beloved sport?The legendary American talked - among the various aspects of the Tour that she would change to make this sport attractive - also about the format of matches."People always ask me about the future of the game we all love and what I
  
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• Daniil Medvedev must change something to stay at the top

  20-09-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  2024 has not given much satisfaction to Daniil Medvedev. The Russian champion has not yet won a title this season and many fans think that he has been overtaken by several players in the ATP tour's hierarchy. The former world number 1 started the season very well, reaching the final at the Australian Open for the third time in his career. After losing to Novak Djokovic in 2021 and to Rafael Nadal the following year, the Russian hoped to finally lift the trophy at Melbourne Park.The tennis player
  
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• Obama, what a Surprise for the USA Team

  20-09-2024 17:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  A special fan for the USA Solheim Cup team, which challenged the Europe team from September 13 to 15. In Gainesville, Virginia, the American golfers received a surprise visit from Barack Obama, former president of the United States.Obama, newsDuring a dinner of the stars and stripes team, led by Stacy Lewis, Obama wanted to bring his greeting to the 12 champions. A great golf enthusiast, in 2010, during his first term, Obama received the American team that won the 2009 Solheim Cup at the White H
  
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• Nobilio fourth in Switzerland, title to Rhodes

  20-09-2024 17:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Another great performance by Alessia Nobilio, who has just turned professional, who ranked fourth with 205 (68 67 70, -11) shots in the Lavaux Ladies Open, the penultimate tournament of the season of the LET Access, the second European women's circuit, played at the Golf de Lavaux (par 72) in Puidoux, Switzerland.LETAS, newsThe English Mimi Rhodes won with 200 (-16) shots (68 69 64), who finished the match on par with her compatriot Billie-Jo Smith (69 68 63) and then overtook her in the play-of
  
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• LIV players eligible for Ryder Cup and PGA

  20-09-2024 17:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  LIV Golf players are considered eligible to compete in the PGA Championship (a Grand Slam played in May) and for future U.S. Ryder Cup teams, the PGA of America announced Thursday.The PGA made the decision at its board meeting as a way to ensure the year's second major can have the strongest possible field, while future U.S. Ryder Cup teams will continue to have access to top American players.LIV players, newsLIV Golf's Brooks Koepka was part of last year's U.S. Ryder Cup team thanks to a grace
  
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• Callaway and Topgolf, the change of direction

  20-09-2024 17:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Just over three years ago, Callaway triumphantly announced the completion of its merger with the Topgolf brand company.The journey began in 2006 with the Californian company’s first investment in what was undoubtedly the most innovative company in the world of golf-related entertainment.Callaway, statementsChip Brewer, CEO of Callaway Golf at the time, said:“Callaway’s leadership in the global, geographically diverse golf equipment market combined with Topgolf’s revolutio
  
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• Begoña Zamorano new president of the RFGM

  20-09-2024 17:47 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Assembly of the Royal Golf Federation of Madrid has elected Begoña Zamorano Gómez to preside over the next term of the entity, which already has almost 95,000 members - a third of the total in Spain. “My love and dedication to this sport began many, many years ago, and now I have achieved the greatest honour and representation of our federation, which I am grateful for, but it is also a responsibility for which I will work to continue to make golf grow in our community, t
  
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• Jannik Sinner rules all 2024 ATP stats: return, backhand, forehand

  20-09-2024 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner has definitely come out into the open, in this extremely significant season for him as for men's tennis. The Italian is playing a crazy season, which has seen him triumph in six tournaments, among which obviously the Australian Open and the US Open stand out, the first two Slams of his career.According to the ATP website, Sinner, from January to today, can boast truly exceptional numbers: best return, the most effective forehand, the most powerful and fastest backhand and the highe
  
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• Jannik Sinner is the archetype of a new type of player

  20-09-2024 15:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner’s career has changed a lot since last autumn. Since playing his first matches in the ATP tour, the Italian tennis player was considered a great prospect for the future but for several reasons (physical and technical) he had not yet expressed his full potential until 2023. After being defeated by Alexander Zverev in the round of 16 at the 2023 US Open, Jannik has done an outstanding job with his team that allowed him to make the leap.Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner©
  
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• Grigor Dimitrov shares funny update on crazy moments with Novak Djokovic

  20-09-2024 15:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Grigor Dimitrov said he is excited to have the opportunity to play for Team Europe in the Laver Cup. The Bulgarian was called up by captain Bjorn Borg to replace Rafael Nadal and will do his best to make the most of this opportunity."It's great to be here. Every time I'm part of a team, I get even more fired up. As I told the guys yesterday, it's a privilege to be here at this stage of my career. To be able to contribute to the success of the team is the ultimate goal. I feel like I can still le
  
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• Iga Swiatek concerns fans with latest move as people wonder what's happening

  20-09-2024 14:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Iga Swiatek won't be defending her China Open title next week as the Polish tennis star is withdrawing from the WTA 1000 tournament in Beijing due to "personal reasons."Following a US Open quarterfinal outing, the world No. 1 signed up to play in Seoul this week but withdrew just a few days before the start of the tournament. This Friday, the five-time Grand made the same decision on Beijing. "Due to personal matters, I’m forced to withdraw from the @ChinaOpen in Beijing. I’m ve
  
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• Jannik Sinner’s doping case creates a new storm

  20-09-2024 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner rested in the last week after his triumph at the 2024 US Open, which allowed him to strengthen his status as the world’s number 1 and absolute best player in 2024. The young Italian ace has won six titles so far this season, including two Majors and two Masters 1000. The 23-year-old from San Candido has continued the progress already shown in the last part of last year, when he had proved to be now a top player in all respects.Jannik Sinner, US Open 2024© Stream scr
  
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• Swiatek out of China Open for personal reasons

  20-09-2024 13:53 via espn.com
  
  World No. 1 Iga Swiatek has pulled out of the China Open, where she was the reigning champion, for personal reasons.
  
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• Former Major semi-finalist notches his best result since February 2020

  20-09-2024 13:35 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former world no. 14 and a Major semi-finalist, Kyle Edmund, is enjoying his best week since February 2020. The Briton qualified for the main draw of the Columbus Challenger and scored two victories for a place in the quarter-final. The Johannesburg native competed in the last eight at the ATP 500 event in Acapulco following wins over Feliciano Lopez and Felix Auger-Aliassime. It was his last tournament before summer, experiencing injuries and missing an entire 2021 season. Kyle is yet to find hi
  
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• Unfortunate Seoul circumstances spell concern for Emma Raducanu ahead of big match?

  20-09-2024 13:16 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Emma Raducanu didn't get to return to the court a day after impressively ousting No. 8 seed Yuan Yue as the Briton's Seoul quarterfinal match against top-seeded Daria Kasatkina was pushed back for Saturday due to rain and that may be a bit concerning news because the 2021 US Open champion could potentially have to play two matches in one day. After beating the Chinese tennis player 6-4 6-3 to reach her fifth WTA quarterfinal of the year, the former world No. 10 was certainly hoping to conti
  
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