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Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini reveal glimpses of their alchemic friendship
Italy beat Argentina 2-1 in the Davis Cup quarterfinals, thanks in large part to the performances of Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini, who won the decisive doubles title after Lorenzo Musetti lost his opening singles match. It was then the ATP No.1 who brought the tie back to parity. Italy is now in the Davis…
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DAVIS CUP. Italy vs. Australia and Germany vs. Netherlands are the semifinals with Sinner being the big star
The Davis Cup 2024 is heating up with some thrilling matchups in the semifinals! Italy and Australia will face off in one semifinal, while Germany and the Netherlands will battle it out in the other. Defending champions Italy will take on Australia in a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s final. Italy’s star player, Jannik…
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Italy reaches the Davis Cup semifinal after Sinner and Berrettini wins decisive doubles vs. Argentina
MALAGA, Spain – Italy has secured its place in the Davis Cup semifinals after a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Argentina. The decisive moment came in the doubles match, where Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini triumphed over Andres Molteni and Maximo Gonzalez with a score of 6-4, 7-5. The quarterfinal match, held at the Palacio…
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Paul McGinley: “Europe for the peace deal”
After months spent talking about sanctions, suspensions, reprisals and spite, it seems that the world of professional golf has taken the path that we have all been hoping for for a long time. The pressures in this direction have (fortunately) multiplied over time, until reaching the highest levels. Over the past weekend, Jay Monahan played…
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Nick Kyrgios offers brutal verdict on state of tennis ahead of his comeback
Nick Kyrgios thinks the game has become “bland” with the Big Three era coming to an end and everything that happened in the tennis world in the last couple of years. After struggling with a knee injury for a few years and having his third surgery in the summer of 2021, Roger Federer never fully…
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Emma Raducanu shares honest thoughts after Britain’s devastating BJK Cup SF exit
Emma Raducanu did her best to keep a positive spirit after a heartbreaking Billie Jean King Cup Finals exit as the 2021 US Open champion was pleased that she was able to pick up a series of wins ahead of the 2025 season. On Tuesday, the British tennis star saw off Slovakia’s Viktorija Hruncakova 6-4…
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Nick Kyrgios tells Novak Djokovic why he ‘hates’ doing his ‘frustrating’ matches
Nick Kyrgios funnily shared that he is not really a big fan of covering Novak Djokovic’s at the start of Grand Slams because he feels the Serb “plays around with his food” and that is something that makes him very frustrated because he has to sit down in the booth for more than he probably…
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Former American ace comments on Jannik Sinner’s strange choice
Jannik Sinner could not have played better in 2024. The Italian ace has been impressive for almost the entire season and – without that hip injury during the spring – he could have achieved an even more prestigious result at the French Open and Wimbledon Championships. Jannik’s numbers this season are truly impressive, with eight…
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Uncle Toni issues brutal accusations against organizers of Nadal’s farewell ceremony
The end of Rafael Nadal’s career has moved the world of sport, but the farewell ceremony organized by the board of the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga has disappointed Toni Nadal, uncle and former coach of the legendary Spanish champion. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, after Spain’s defeat against the Netherlands in the Davis Cup…
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Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray shared ultimate praise to Rafael Nadal
The eternal rivals, with whom he shared a part of his life, with whom and thanks to whom he rewrote the history of tennis: Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray appeared on the big screen of the Palacio de Deportes José María Martín Carpena to celebrate the career of one of the greatest legends…
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Wimbledon Tennis Champion Richard Krajicek’s Foundation Gala 2024
Photo credit: Richard Krajicek Foundation The Richard Krajicek Foundation continues to create positive change. On November 8th, the Richard Krajicek Foundation Gala 2024 brought together an incredible community of supporters, philanthropists, and leaders to celebrate our mission of empowering youth in underserved neighborhoods. Photo credit: Richard Krajicek Foundation The evening was filled with inspiring stories,…
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David Ferrer pays tribute to Rafael Nadal after Spain shocking exit in Malaga
After the disappointing elimination against Holland in the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain captain David Ferrer talked at a press conference about Rafael Nadal’s tennis farewell. The 22-time Grand Slam champion played the last match of his glorious career playing for his country, fighting for every ball, but losing in straight…
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Jannik Sinner announces new tournament that he will play in 2025
After a season that was close to perfection, with 8 titles won – including the Australian Open, the US Open and the Finals – Jannik Sinner is already thinking about the 2025 schedule and, for this reason, the Italian has announced that he will participate in a new tournament, next year. The organizers of the…
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Nick Kyrgios issues brutal dig against Jannik Sinner
Nick Kyrgios, close to the comeback in early 2025, has once again shared some sharp words (to put it mildly) in his crusade against Jannik Sinner and the doping issue concerning the young Italian. The Australian – long out due to a series of injuries – has had the ATP No.1 in his sights since…
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Jasmine Paolini sends out very deep joy after triumph in BJK Cup Finals
The triumph at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals was the ultimate reward for the season performed by Jasmine Paolini. The Italian closed an extraordinary year, in which she reached the final at the French Open and Wimbledon Championships, won the WTA 1000 Dubai Twennis Championships, the gold medal in doubles at the Paris Olympics…
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What is the ROI of building a padel court
Padel tennis, a rapidly expanding sport that blends aspects of squash and tennis, has proven incredibly popular all over the world. Consequently, purchasing a padel court might be a profitable business venture. The possible return on investment (ROI) for constructing a padel court is examined in further detail below: As more people learn about and…
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18-year-old Nicolai Budkov Kjaer tops former top-10 player
Nicolai Budkov Kjaer is enjoying a breakthrough season at 18! The young Norwegian is the top-ranked junior, winning Wimbledon and reaching the US Open final and the Australian Open semi-final. A teenager is also making a name for himself on the professional circuit. Nicolai claimed two Futures titles this season, and we are enjoying his…
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The Milano P1 2024 event will be the final competition for padel legend Fernando Belasteguin.
One of the most recognizable players in padel, Fernando Belasteguin, is getting ready to compete in his final professional event at the Milano Premier Padel P1, marking a momentous occasion for the padel community. This esteemed occasion, which is set for December 2–8, 2024, at the Allianz Cloud, will serve as the pinnacle of Belasteguin’s…
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Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer – A tale of two sacred courts
On Tuesday, Rafael Nadal joined Roger Federer in retirement, ending his career after 23 years on the Tour. These two great rivals are linked by their incredible tennis legacy and everything their rivalry gave to the tennis world. Also, there’s another striking similarity between them. The odds were minimal, but the tennis gods still made it…
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How Club Padel Dubai is a landmark in Dubai’s growing popularity as a destination for amateur padel
With its opulent lifestyle and state-of-the-art facilities, Dubai is quickly emerging as a popular destination for amateur padel players. Both locals and foreigners are becoming more interested in this sport, which blends aspects of squash and tennis. Dubai is rapidly becoming a top padel destination thanks to its ideal environment and rising public interest. Around…