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• Rory McIlroy confirms presence in Abu Dhabi

  26-06-2024 18:28 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  It's official. Rory McIlroy will be at the start of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship scheduled for November 7 to 10, 2024 at Yas Links. With a prize pool of $9 million, this tournament launches the DP World Tour play-offs in the United Arab Emirates which will end the following week, as usual, in Dubai at the Jumeirah Golf Estates for the traditional DP World Tour Championship (also $9 million in prize money).The Northern Irishman, who we will not see in competition again before the Scottish Open
  
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• Tiger Woods surprises LIV golfer with unexpected comments

  29-09-2024 02:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Andy Ogletree is a name that may be well-known to some in the golf world, while others might be less familiar with him. This 26-year-old is currently part of LIV Golf and has left many popular names behind this season. He has caught attention with his performances this year, and many are curious about the secret to his impressive results and success.On the "Fairway to Heaven" podcast, Ogletree shared many interesting insights from his career and anecdotes, recalling moments with Tiger Woods duri
  
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• Ex-AO boss makes telling statement on WADA appealing Jannik Sinner doping case ruling

  29-09-2024 01:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Former Australian Open tournament director Paul McName was left stunned after the World Anti-Doping Agency decided to appeal the ruling in the Jannik Sinner case and noted that he wasn't alone in feeling that way because it is a decision that has been "sending shockwaves through tennis."On Saturday morning, the WADA announced that they filed an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) related to the Italian tennis star's doping case. Previously, the International Tennis Integrity Agenc
  
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• Leona Maguire struggles while Suwannapura showcases her talent

  28-09-2024 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Leona Maguire, a 29-year-old Irish golfer, came to the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship with big ambitions. However, her start was not promising, as her score of 69 left her six shots behind Jasmine Suwannapura, a 31-year-old golfer who clearly knows what she wants in this tournament. The Thai golfer had a great day and holds a one-stroke lead over several competitors.Maguire struggled at times, with the strong wind being a major challenge for her. A bogey on the eighth hole was likely a disappo
  
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• Serena Williams' ex-coach has important message for Coco Gauff after criticizing her

  28-09-2024 22:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Serena Williams' ex-coach Rennae Stubbs has made it clear to Coco Gauff that she would have nothing against working with her but she just needs to get that call from her agent.After failing to do well in a couple of consecutive major tournaments, the American tennis star decided it was time to end her partnership with coach Brad Gilbert. While there were calls to already do it after Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics, the 20-year-old wanted to give one last shot to their collaboration at the US Op
  
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• LIV Golf star shares how Phil Mickelson inspires him and his future plans

  28-09-2024 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  LIV Golf star Andy Ogletree has truly impressed this year with his remarkable talent and focus from day one. The 26-year-old golfer has earned over £2 million competing in LIV Golf, finishing in 36th place ahead of some big names on the tour. He’s been part of the HyFlyers team, captained by the popular Phil Mickelson. In a recent interview on the Fairway to Heaven podcast, Ogletree reflected on his past season and what lies ahead. He’s motivated to continue being part of the t
  
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• Jannik Sinner doping-issue splits tennis

  28-09-2024 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  WADA has announced the appeal on the ITIA verdict regarding Jannik Sinner's doping issue, positive result for Clostebol in a test carried out this year in Indian Wells.A decision that has obviously divided the opinion of the media, insiders, tennis players, former tennis players and fans, considering that the Italian risks a 1-2 year disqualification."The World Anti-Doping Agency confirms that it has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Thursday, September 26, in the
  
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• Jack Draper reveals the secret behind Hubert Hurkacz win

  28-09-2024 19:39 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jack Draper earned his fifth top-10 victory in Tokyo, toppling Hubert Hurkacz 6-4, 6-4 in an hour and 24 minutes. The US Open semi-finalist outplayed the better-ranked opponent, attacking in the crucial moments and keeping the rallies on his tally. The Briton was pleased with his performance against one of the world's best servers, maintaining his composure and taking time off the rival's strokes. Jack saved all three break points and kept the pressure on the other side, seizing two of seven bre
  
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• Mahut compares Holger Rune to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner

  28-09-2024 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Holger Rune seemed destined to become a great champion in a short time. When the young Dane won the Paris-Bercy Masters 1000 in 2022 - beating 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic in the final - it looked like his rise would be disruptive. Holger also scored some good results the following year, reaching the final in the Masters 1000 of Monte Carlo and Rome without being able to win (he lost to Andrey Rublev in Monte Carlo and against Daniil Medvedev in Rome).Holger Rune, US Open 2024©
  
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• Sinner 'surprised' as World Anti-Doping Agency seek ban over steroid case

  28-09-2024 18:55 via skysports.com
  
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has appealed against the decision to clear Jannik Sinner after he twice tested positive for a banned substance.
  
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• How to watch Draper vs Humbert on Sunday - live on Sky Sports

  28-09-2024 18:25 via skysports.com
  
  Here's everything you need to know about the China Open and Japan Open - both live on Sky Sports this week - including who is playing in each tournament and the Brits involved...
  
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• Reason why Novak Djokovic can still hope for the ATP Finals

  28-09-2024 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Novak Djokovic started practicing again a few days ago after helping Serbia in the Davis Cup tie against Greece in Belgrade. The former world number 1 will return to action at the Masters 1000 in Shanghai in early October, a tournament where he has lifted the trophy four times but from which he has been missing since 2019.Novak Djokovic, Shanghai Masters 2019© Stream screenshot Probably under pressure from sponsors, the 24-time Grand Slam champion decided to return to China to try to w
  
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• Sinner rallies, Sabalenka extends streak and Draper makes doubles semis

  28-09-2024 17:31 via skysports.com
  
  Jannik Sinner rallied to beat Roman Safiullin, while Aryna Sabalenka extended her winning streak and British No 1 Jack Draper made it through to the doubles semi-finals in Japan.
  
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• Mouratoglou said Serena Williams, Djokovic and Nadal's talent wasn't essential

  28-09-2024 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Talent is important in tennis, but it is a lesser quality than work ethic: this is the thought of Patrick Mouratoglou, Naomi Osaka's new coach.The Frenchman, in one of his recent videos on Instagram, told an anecdote related to his period of work with Holger Rune.The new coach of the Japanese underlined how talent is not the lowest common denominator for Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.But work ethic, the most important value. Mouratoglou also anal
  
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• Latest tennis scores/schedule: Draper, Boulter, Alcaraz, Osaka in action Sunday

  28-09-2024 16:10 via skysports.com
  
  Keep up with the latest scores from the ATP and WTA tours.
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz needs to do one thing by the end of 2024

  28-09-2024 16:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Carlos Alcaraz has won two Majors this year and the Indian Wells Masters 1000, as well as a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The former world number 1 has had some ups and downs during the 2024 season, which is why he is more than 4000 points away from the top of the ATP ranking occupied by his great rival Jannik Sinner (who won two Majors).Carlos Alcaraz© Jose Morgado/X - Fair Use The four-time Grand Slam champion plays perhaps the best tennis ever and is able to reach really
  
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• Jannik Sinner will be under monstrous stress

  28-09-2024 15:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner made it through the first two rounds of the ATP 500 in Beijing and qualified for the quarterfinals. The Italian ace - who is trying to defend last year’s title in China - defeated Chilean Nicolas Jarry and Russian Roman Safiullin, despite losing the first set in both cases. The world number 1 is not playing his best tennis, but his incredible mental strength has made a difference once again.Jannik Sinner© YouTube screenshot The feeling is that events outsi
  
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• Jannik Sinner shares big disappointment after WADA appeal

  28-09-2024 15:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  It must not have been easy for Jannik Sinner to play the 2nd round of the China Open against Roman Safiullin with rather negative thoughts in his head, but the young Italian was able to beat his opponent in 3 sets, qualifying for the 3rd round of the Beijing tournament, WADA appeal to the CAS ruling on the Clostebol doping-issue.The Italian closed the match with a score of 3-6 6-2 6-3 and will face Jiri Lehecka in the next round. In a press conference, the ATP number 1 commented on Wada's d
  
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• Jannik Sinner wins in Beijing, yet WADA's appeal clouds his future

  28-09-2024 15:03 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  World no. 1 Jannik Sinner is through to his 13th quarter-final from as many tournaments in 2024! The defending champion reached the last eight in Beijing following a 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 victory over Roman Safiullin in two hours and 21 minutes. Like in the first round, the Italian lost the opener before raising his level, dominating sets two and three and remaining on the title course. However, things could be better for the world's best player. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) confirmed it filed an
  
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• Not only doping-issue: on court Jannik Sinner gets a new amazing milestone

  28-09-2024 15:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Jannik Sinner beat the Chilean Nicolas Jarry not without difficulty, accessing the second round of the China Open of Beijing where, after equally difficult times especially in the first set, he also managed to overcome Roman Safiullin.For the ATP number 1, the victories in a row rise to 13, starting in Cincinnati, and continuing in Flushing Meadows, where he won the second Slam of his very precocious career.The impressive growth that the Italian has shown on the field is confirmed by some number
  
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• Sinner rallies to win in Beijing amid WADA appeal

  28-09-2024 14:51 via espn.com
  
  Top-ranked Jannik Sinner rallies to beat Roman Safiullin 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 in the second round of the China Open on Saturday and learned afterward that his steroid case is far from over.
  
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas' crisis has no end

  28-09-2024 14:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The season of Stefanos Tsitsipas is taking an increasingly negative turn. The Greek champion has not played his best tennis since spring, when he won the Masters 100 in Monte Carlo for the third time in his career. The best Tsitsipas can only be seen on red clay, too little for a player who seemed destined to win several Grand Slam titles when he played his first matches in the ATP tour. Despite the triumph in Monte Carlo, Stefanos' 2024 cannot be considered satisfactory. The 2019 Nitto ATP Fina
  
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• Elena Rybakina's case is increasingly mysterious

  28-09-2024 13:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Elena Rybakina is living a 2024 full of ups and downs, to which is added a huge number of withdrawals before or during tournaments. The Kazakh player has the talent and weapons to enter the fight between Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka for the first place in the WTA ranking, but she was too uneven this season to be able to aspire to the first position in the standings.Elena Rybakina© YouTube screenshot After reaching the semi-finals at the Wimbledon Championships during the summer, Ele
  
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• JUST IN: Nick Kyrgios brutally laughs at Jannik Sinner over WADA move

  28-09-2024 12:04 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Nick Kyrgios didn't hide his happiness after seeing the latest development in the Jannik Sinner doping case as the Australian seemingly thinks that the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) lodging an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) proves his point that the Italian should face suspension.Ever since the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced that the world No. 1 twice tested positive for a banned substance in March but avoided a ban, the 2022 Wimbledon finalist has b
  
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• WADA accuses Jannik Sinner: has justice been done?

  28-09-2024 12:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  With an official statement, WADA, the World Anti-Doping Agency, has announced its appeal on the doping-issue involving Jannik Sinner, who tested positive for Clostebol in a test carried out this year at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, for which he subsequently lost points and prize money initially collected.The issue will have to live another chapter, even though the Italian hoped to put it behind him once and for all and think exclusively about playing tennis. CAS in Lausanne will deal wi
  
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• BREAKING: Simona Halep has just announced huge news after not playing since May

  28-09-2024 11:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  Simona Halep has just announced some very positive news as she is set to play earlier than anticipated and return to action at next week's WTA 125 tournament in Hong Kong. Shortly after playing her first tournament in a year and a half at the Miami Open in March, the former world No. 1 started battling injury issues. After an attempt to return in May didn't go as expected since she was forced to retire mid-match in Trophee Clarins, the 33-year-old decided to take a longer break to address h
  
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• WADA to appeal Sinner doping verdict, seeks ban

  28-09-2024 10:32 via espn.com
  
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against an independent tribunal's decision in August to clear world number one Jannik Sinner of wrongdoing after he failed drug tests, WADA said on Saturday.
  
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• BREAKING: WADA appeals Jannik Sinner doping verdict, seek for ban of this length

  28-09-2024 10:09 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  The Jannik Sinner doping case won't go away without further drama as the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is appealing the International Tennis Integrity Agency's decision to clear the Italian of bearing no fault or negligence for what happened and they want a 1-2 year ban. 40 days ago, the tennis world was left shocked after it was announced that the current world No. 1 twice tested positive for a banned steroid in March. Since there was no provisional suspension, the information didn't com
  
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• World Anti-Doping Agency seeks Sinner ban over steroid case

  28-09-2024 10:00 via skysports.com
  
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has appealed against the decision to clear Jannik Sinner after he twice tested positive for a banned substance.
  
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• Sinner has steroid case appealed by World Anti-Doping Agency

  28-09-2024 10:00 via skysports.com
  
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has appealed against the decision to clear Jannik Sinner after he twice tested positive for a banned substance.
  
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