LONDON — Jannik Sinner survived a five-set Wimbledon scare on Monday, June 29, 2026, defeating Miomir Kecmanovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3 in the first round on Centre Court. The defending champion twice recovered from a one-set deficit and overcame a fall during the 3-hour, 30-minute match. The victory sent the world No. 1 into the second round and kept his Wimbledon title defense alive. How Jannik Sinner survived his Wimbledon opener Kecm

Mirra Andreeva won her first French Open women’s singles title on Saturday, June 6, 2026, defeating Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 in Paris. The 19-year-old Russian, seeded No. 8 at Roland Garros, captured the first Grand Slam championship of her career with a composed straight-sets victory over one of the tournament’s biggest surprise finalists. Mirra Andreeva Wins French Open Title in Straight Sets The final brought together tw

Streaming giant Netflix is set to release RAFA, a highly anticipated documentary series centered on tennis legend Rafael Nadal, with its global premiere scheduled for May 29. The newly revealed posters highlight themes of endurance, physical limits, and emotional resilience, offering a raw glimpse into the

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the French Open with a wrist injury, ending his title defense hopes and opening the field for rivals at Roland Garros. Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the French Open after confirming his decision on Friday, April 24, citing a wrist injury that will prevent him from defending his title at Roland Garros. The Spanish star, a seven-time Grand Slam winner and reigning champion, announced the move via social media, emphasizing caution in

Carlos Alcaraz has raised concerns about his participation in the 2026 French Open after revealing uncertainty over his recovery from a wrist injury. The world-class Spaniard, who is among the leading names in men’s tennis, indicated that he may not be ready in time to defend his title at French Open, sc

World No.1 tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has announced her engagement to her partner, Georgios Frangulis, on March 4, 2026. Sabalenka shared a heartfelt clip on Instagram showcasing the emotional proposal, which took place in a romantic setting with flowers and candles. Frangulis, founder of the Oakberry brand, presented Sabalenka with a diamond ring, and the moment was filled with love as Sabalenka accepted the ring with joy and surprise. The announcement was warmly received by the tennis co

Felix Auger-Aliassime, the top seed at the ATP 500 event in Dubai, had to dig deep before overcoming Zhang Zhizhen in the first round. Despite having six match points, the Canadian finally clinched a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) victory. Auger-Aliassime admitted that he lost count of the match points, as the frustration built up. "Having match points is the position you want to be in as a player, but it's weird how the mind plays a trick on you," Auger-Aliassime said. "It's much further for me from losing

Naomi Osaka once again proved that tennis and fashion can share the same spotlight as she made a dramatic entry at the Australian Open 2026. Ahead of her first round match against Antonia Ruzic, the four time Grand Slam champion walked onto the court wearing an ocean blue tie dye tracksuit jacket, paired with flowing white wide leg trousers, a wide brimmed hat, and a white umbrella. The look immediately caught the attention of fans, photographers, and commentators, with videos of her entrance

Novak Djokovic captured yet another milestone in his illustrious career on Saturday, claiming his 101st ATP singles title after a gripping three-set victory over Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti at the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Hellenic Championship in Athens. The 38-year-old Serbian, who continues to redefine longevity in tennis, battled for more than three hours to secure a 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 win that tested both players to their physical and mental limits. The final was a showcase of resilience,

Carlos Alcaraz delivered one of the finest performances of his blossoming career as he defeated Jannik Sinner in a four-set thriller to capture the US Open title. The Spaniard displayed a mix of composure, shot-making brilliance, and unwavering confidence to overcome his rival 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The victory not only handed Alcaraz his sixth grand slam title but also allowed him to reclaim the world number one ranking, snatching it directly from Sinner in a final that h

Jannik Sinner, the current world number one in men’s singles tennis and a four-time grand slam champion, has withdrawn from the mixed doubles competition at the US Open 2025 due to illness. The highly anticipated mixed doubles event had included Sinner alongside Czechia’s Katerina Siniakova, but his health condition has forced him to pull out, altering the tournament lineup. Sinner’s struggle began d

Karen Khachanov pulled off a sensational comeback to reach the final of the ATP Toronto Masters, defeating world number three and top seed Alexander Zverev in a dramatic semi-final encounter. The Russian 11th seed showcased resilience and nerves of steel as he rallied from 3-1 down in the final-set tiebreak to secure a 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (7/4) victory on Wednesday. This will be Khachanov’s 11th career ATP final and

Venus Williams has confirmed that she is engaged to actor and former model Andrea Preti. The announcement came after her first singles match in over a year on July 22, 2025. During a post-match interview, Williams shared how Preti had been a great source of support throughout her comeback, motivating her to continue playing tennis despite the challenges. "I’m so happy to be here, and it’s wonderful that

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In a match that lived up to its towering expectations, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner emerged as the men's singles champion at Wimbledon 2025 after defeating two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in four tightly contested sets. The final, held at the iconic Centre Court, saw Sinner overcome an early setback to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 and lift his first Wimbledon trophy, marking a monumental moment in the Italian’s career. The clash between Sinner and Acaraz was one of

  In one of the most dominant performances in modern tennis history, Iga Swiatek secured her maiden Wimbledon title on Saturday with a commanding 6-0, 6-0 victory over Amanda Anisimova. The Polish star, already a five-time Grand Slam champion, added grass court glory to her résumé by overwhelming her American opponent in just 57 minutes on Centre Court. This final marks the first women’s championship match at Wimbledon in 114 years where the runner-up failed

Belinda Bencic has scripted one of the most remarkable comebacks in tennis history by reaching the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2025, just a year after giving birth to her daughter Bella. The 28-year-old Swiss star displayed nerves of steel on Centre Court as she edged out seventh-seeded Mirra Andreeva 7-6(4), 7-6(2) in a gripping quarterfinal clash. The victory marked her first-ever semifinal appearance at the All England Club and her second Grand Slam semifinal

Jannik Sinner reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals in an unusual and unfortunate manner, as Grigor Dimitrov was forced to retire injured despite holding a commanding two-set lead. The World No. 1 had been trailing 3-6, 5-7, 2-2 on Centre Court when Dimitrov suffered a pectoral muscle injury while serving an ace. Dimitrov collapsed onto the court in pain, prompting Sinner to rush to his aid. The Bulgarian received imm

As Wimbledon 2025 heats up, the host nation of Britain is eagerly looking for the next tennis star to rise after the retirement of two-time champion Andy Murray in 2024. With Murray’s departure, a new generation of British talent is stepping up, and leading the charge is 23-year-old Jack Draper. Draper, who is currently the fourth seed, has quickly become the face of British men’s tennis and one of the most exciting prospects since Murray’s W

Novak Djokovic sent a firm message to his doubters after a tough opening-round victory at Wimbledon 2025. Despite battling a stomach bug and requiring medical attention, Djokovic triumphed over Frenchman Alexandre Muller with a scoreline of 6-1, 6-7(7), 6-2, 6-2. This win marked his 20th consecutive first-round win at Wimbledon, further solidifying his dominance on the grass courts. Djokovic, who has claimed seven Wi