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Daniil Medvedev’s Instinct For Survival
Daniil Medvedev at the 2023 Italian Open Clay-court tennis is known for its slow bounces, defensive court positions, and long rallies. Still, a whole lot of points are determined by the bang-bang, plus-one tactics that define the modern game. The first week of this year’s European clay season was a wake-up call. The champions in…
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Soulmates Badosa & Tsitsipas split: “We now choose to move forward on our own paths”
For a year, love blazed brightly between Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas. However, the fiery romance of this tennis power couple has now come to an end, though they have chosen to part ways amicably and remain on good terms. The love story between Badosa and Tsitsipas was nothing short of spectacular, akin to fireworks…
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Diego Schwartzman, Beloved Argentinian and Former World No.8, Will Retire in Buenos Aires Next Year
The 31-year-old will be around until next February – enjoy him while you can. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Sunday May 5, 2024 Former fan favorite and World No.8 Diego Schwartzman has announced that he will retire next February, with the 2025 Argentina Open in Buenos Aires being his last tour event. The 31-year-old…