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Dominic Thiem loses at Rio Open, falling to 1-2 in 2023
Updated on Feb 21, 2023 08:21 AM IST
Thiem lost in the first round of the Rio Open on Monday, falling to Thiago Monteiro 6-1, 3-6, 7-6 (2).
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Bengaluru Open: Sasikumar, Prajnesh book berths in final qualifying round
Mukund Sasikumar and Prajnesh Gunneswaran put in good displays to seal berths in the final qualifying round of the Bengaluru Open.
Updated on Feb 19, 2023 11:27 PM IST
PTI |
New-look Bengaluru Open promises treat for tennis lovers with tough field
In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times Digital, Sunil Yajaman, Tournament Director and Joint Secretary of KSLTA, talks about sustaining Bengaluru Open through Covid, the new sponsorship deal and expectations from the 2023 edition of the tournament.
Published on Feb 19, 2023 09:56 AM IST
Aratrick Mondal, Kolkata
Iga Swiatek sweeps aside Jessica Pegula to retain Qatar Open title
Doha was also Swiatek's first title last year, and the start of a 37-match winning streak which included her second grand slam title at the French Open.
Published on Feb 18, 2023 11:22 PM IST
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Sumit Nagal's run in Chennai Challenger halted in semis
The player, on a comeback after hip surgery, lost to American Nicolas Morena in straight sets
Published on Feb 18, 2023 06:59 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Mumbai
Sumit Nagal reaches first ATP Challenger semis in 16 months
Nagal, with a career-high ranking of 122 in 2020, last reached a Challenger semi-final at the Sibio Challenger in October 2021
Updated on Feb 17, 2023 08:12 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Mumbai
Bengaluru Open announces new title sponsor for 2023 edition
The Bengaluru Open, organized by the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) has been providing fans and players with world-class tennis experiences since 2015.
Updated on Feb 16, 2023 10:10 AM IST
Indian star Sumit Nagal gets wild card at Bengaluru Open 2023
The 25-year-old former India No. 1 is the first wild card entrant at the fifth edition of the prestigious ATP Challenger event, which will be organised by the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) at the KSLTA Stadium in Bengaluru.
Published on Feb 14, 2023 07:00 PM IST
Plenty of tennis talk as Devvarman hosts Nagal in Chennai
Sumit Nagal, the former India No 1 who is on a comeback after hip surgery in 2021, is being guided by the former India star. The 25-year-old has qualified to the main draw of the ATP Challenger in Chennai
Published on Feb 13, 2023 08:05 PM IST
Rutvick Mehta, Mumbai
Wu Yibing becomes first Chinese man to win ATP title with Dallas Open triumph
Before this week, no Chinese man had ever reached a tour-level final in the professional era or defeated a top 10 opponent.
Published on Feb 13, 2023 07:27 AM IST
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Chennai wildcard to Borg's son irks some in Indian tennis
The 19-year-old son of the Swedish 11-time Grand Slam champion was handed one of three wildcards for the maindraw, the other two going to Indian players
Published on Feb 11, 2023 08:26 PM IST
Novak Djokovic on Indian Wells entry list but expected to miss out again
Djokovic is expected to be barred from travelling to the United States to compete due to his ongoing refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
Published on Feb 10, 2023 07:54 AM IST
Reuters |
Emma Raducanu given Indian Wells wild card
Raducanu struggled with injuries and inconsistent play last year and has seen her world ranking plummet to 80.
Published on Feb 10, 2023 07:52 AM IST
Reuters |
Venus 'overwhelmed' by hamstring injury, preparing for rehab grind
Williams was set to play in her 22nd Australian Open after being given a wildcard but the twice finalist sustained the injury while preparing at the Auckland Classic.
Published on Feb 08, 2023 10:44 AM IST
Reuters |
Sania Mirza, Bethanie Mattek-Sands crash out of Abu Dhabi Open in first round
Sania Mirza, a six-time Grand Slam winner, is set to retire from professional tennis after playing in the Dubai Tennis Championships beginning February 19.
Updated on Feb 07, 2023 01:48 PM IST
PTI |
Davis Cup: India relegated to World Group II after losing Playoff 2-3 to Denmark
The pair of Yuki Bhambri and Rohan Bopanna lost 2-6 4-6 in just 65 minutes to the home team combo of Rune and Johannes Inglidsen.
Published on Feb 05, 2023 12:02 AM IST
PTI |
Holger Rune beats Yuki Bhambri, Sumit Nagal levels it up for India
Yuki Bhambri, India's former top-100 singles pro who has shifted focus to doubles on the professional tour, was no match to the 19-year-old Dane in a 6-2, 6-2 defeat that ended in just 58 minutes.
Updated on Feb 04, 2023 12:44 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mumbai
Nick Kyrgios pleads guilty to assaulting ex-girlfriend but avoids conviction
The incident, alleged to have taken place in December 2021, has not been detailed, but national broadcaster ABC has reported that it involved his former girlfriend.
Updated on Feb 03, 2023 10:20 AM IST
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Djokovic played Australian Open with 3cm tear in hamstring, says Tiley
Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic said after the final that the world number one battled the injury, which would have forced most players to quit.
Published on Feb 01, 2023 05:34 PM IST
Reuters |
Novak Djokovic's US Open fate revealed after Indian Wells hopes shattered
The Serb managed to get his visa ban overturned in Australia and responded to the forgettable Covid episode with his 22nd Grand Slam haul in Melbourne Park. Will he now be allowed to enter U.S as well?
Published on Jan 31, 2023 08:58 PM IST
ATP finds 'insufficient evidence' on abuse allegations against Alexander Zverev
In October 2021, the ATP had launched an investigation into allegations levelled by his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharypova, who said in a magazine interview that Zverev was emotionally and physically abusive to her during their relationship.
Published on Jan 31, 2023 07:16 PM IST
Reuters |
Former World No. 10 Lucas Pouille headlines singles field at Bengaluru Open 2023
The prestigious ATP Challenger event will be organised by the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) at the KSLTA Stadium in Bengaluru.
Published on Jan 31, 2023 06:48 PM IST
Leading Mexico players snub Davis Cup tie over differences with federation
Led by Santiago Gonzalez, Alejandro Hernandez and Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela, the players said they will not take part in the Feb. 4-5 Group I playoff tie in Metepec, State of Mexico.
Updated on Jan 31, 2023 08:20 AM IST
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Djokovic's blunt reaction to GOAT debate, fires warning to Nadal on Slam race
The debate for who is the greatest of all time (GOAT) in tennis was once again reignited by Novak Djokovic on Sunday night after he crushed Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets to lift his 10th Australian Open title, a record-extending feat, and level Rafael Nadal in terms of most Grand Slams held
Updated on Jan 30, 2023 08:29 PM IST
Nadal speaks out on Australian Open winner Djokovic equalling his Slam record
Rafael Nadal spoke out on Djokovic equalling his Slam record while Roger Federer shared a priceless five-word post.
Updated on Jan 30, 2023 09:00 PM IST
Novak Djokovic makes it a perfect No 10 at the Australian Open
The Serb captured a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title with a straight-sets win over Stefanos Tsitsipas, which also will see him regain the world No 1 ranking.
Published on Jan 29, 2023 11:28 PM IST
Rutvick Mehta, Mumbai
Alcaraz breaks silence on Djokovic dethroning him to become world no.1
After the change in ranking, Alcaraz broke his silence on Djokovic dethroning him and on his 22nd Grand Slam haul
Published on Jan 29, 2023 09:49 PM IST
Where does Djokovic stand in all-time Grand Slam list with Nadal, Federer?
Where does this unprecedented 10th Australian Open title leave Novak Djokovic in the all-time Grand Slam list with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer? Let's have a look.
Updated on Jan 29, 2023 08:33 PM IST
10th Australian Open, equalling Nadal's Slam haul: All records Djokovic scripted
Novak Djokovic claimed a record-extending 10th Australian Open title after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) and also levelled Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grand Slam crowns.
Published on Jan 29, 2023 06:23 PM IST
Watch: Djokovic left inconsolable after claiming 10th Australian Open title
It was an emotional win for Novak Djokovic on Sunday night at the Melbourne Park. He has done it nine previous times, each having its own very significance in his illustrious career. But the 10th one surely stood out for Djokovic, who was left in tears
Updated on Jan 29, 2023 05:51 PM IST
