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Sabalenka hits a new No. 1 and it’s exactly what sponsors love
Aryna Sabalenka is not only dominating on the court as the world No. 1 and a three-time Grand Slam champion — she’s now leading the WTA on social media too. The Belarusian has officially become the most followed active WTA player on Instagram, overtaking Naomi Osaka in follower count. In an era where off-court influence…
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Peppermint for Paris: Elena Rybakina shows new Yonex dress
With Roland Garros 2025 just around the corner, Yonex is launching a new collection, showcased by Grand Slam champion Elena Rybakina in their latest campaign. This drop brings a refreshing peppermint vibe, made for Parisian clay. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yonex Tennis (@yonex_tennis) A breath of fresh style:…
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Mizuno steps up with Naval collection for Paris 2025
Mizuno may not be the first brand that comes to mind on tennis’ grandest stages, but this season, it’s making a statement. The Japanese label has unveiled its eye-catching Naval collection, a sporty line that blends modern design with classic athletic style. Expect to see Mizuno’s ambassadors donning these looks at the French Open, turning…
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Rome Internazionali BNL d’Italia Tennis Schedule and Draws for Monday, May 12, 2025
Rome native Matteo Berrettini faces Casper Ruud in Rome on Monday night. Photo credit: Rob Stone/@RobStoneTennis Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome, ItalyMay 5-18, 2025Red ClayPrize Money: €8,055,385 World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Returns as All Clay Roads Lead To Rome The final Masters 1000 clay-court tournament of the season, Rome brings the out the best. The…
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From Change Comes Consistency? Andreescu Back on Track in Rome
The Canadian upset Elena Rybakina on Sunday at the Foro Italico By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Sunday May 11, 2025 Is Bianca Andreescu back? Yes would be the best answer to that question. Even better: she never left. Whatever the case, the Canadian is returning to form after returning to the tour last month…
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Drama: Fils and Tsitsipas Work Out Differences at Net After Rome Battle
The pair had an altercation after their battle, and worked things out before leaving the court. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Sunday May 11, 2025 Arthur Fils took a backhand to the body in the second set of his battle with Stefanos Tsitsipas. Consider it a wake-up call. The Frenchman used the incident as…
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Epic on Pietrangeli! Moutet Survives Rune for First Top-10 Win
The Frenchman narrowly escaped with the biggest win of his career. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Sunday May 11, 2025 It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. For Corentin Moutet, it was everything. The Frenchman rejoiced in an electric atmosphere as he triumphed in his first ever appearance on…
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Rome Internazionali BNL d’Italia Tennis Schedule and Draws for Sunday, May 11, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz plays Laslo Djere in Rome on Sunday night. Photo credit: Rob Stone/@RobStoneTennis Internazionali BNL d’Italia Rome, ItalyMay 5-18, 2025Red ClayPrize Money: €8,055,385 World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Returns as All Clay Roads Lead To Rome The final Masters 1000 clay-court tournament of the season, Rome brings the out the best. The Internazionali BNL…
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Collins ends Swiatek’s Rome title defense with landmark clay victory
Danielle Collins recorded her first ever victory over Iga Swiatek on clay, ending the Pole’s title defense at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia with a 6-1 7-5 win in the third round. Swiatek, a three-time Italian Open champion in the last four years, arrived in Rome still searching for top form. Since lifting her fourth Roland…
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Gold Standard: Collins Credits Olympic Champ as Inspiration
When Danielle Collins has a tough serving day, one Olympic champion inspires her to fight through. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Saturday, May 10, 2025 Photo credit: Credit One Charleston Open Facebook When Danielle Collins’ first serve strays, she sometimes dials up memories of her tennis hero to subdue stress. Collins served only 47 percent…
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Musetti Stays Hot on Roman Clay
The newest member of the ATP’s Top-10 continues to surge. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Friday May 9, 2025 Lorenzo Musetti is enjoying his time as one of two Italian men inside the Top-10 of the ATP’s rankings (it’s the first time that has ever happened), and on Friday in Rome he won his…
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Novak Djokovic Accepts Geneva Wild Card
Novak Djokovic will play for a career milestone—and his first clay-court win of the year—in Geneva. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Friday, May 9, 2025 Photo credit: Clive Brunskill/Getty Novak Djokovic is aiming to do dirty work before Roland Garros starts. Grand Slam king Djokovic has accepted a wild card into the Geneva Open, set…
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Asics unveils blue Paris collection with Haddad Maia in the spotlight
Asics has introduced blue coast and midnight navy as the key colors for its 2025 clay-court collection, recently unveiled in a promo video featuring Brazil’s Beatriz Haddad Maia. The Roland Garros semifinalist showcases the new gear on red clay, giving fans a first glimpse at the Paris collection. Here’s a closer look at the standout…
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Holy Sport: Pope Leo’s Tennis Connection
Chicago native Robert Prevost, who made history as the world’s first American Pope, is a long-time tennis lover. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, May 8, 2025 Photo credit: Dan Kitwood/Getty Tennis has touched the Catholic Church’s spiritual leader. Archbishop Emeritus Robert Francis Prevost made history today as the first Pope ever from the United…
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Alcaraz: 100 Percent, And Hoping to See Sinner in Rome Final
The Spaniard says it’s good for tennis and good for him to have Sinner back in the mix. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Thursday May 8, 2025 Carlos Alcaraz missed Madrid due to an injury to his right adductor. In Rome, he’s been wearing a compression sleeve on that leg, but on Thursday he…
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TNT Announces Champion Roster for Roland Garros Coverage
Andre Agassi, Boris Becker, Jim Courier, Chrissie Evert, Lindsay Davenport, John McEnroe and Venus Williams on TNT team. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, May 8, 2025 Photo credit: @QueensClub TNT Sports aims to explode Roland Garros coverage to a wider television audience. The network has assembled a star-studded roster filled with former Grand Slam…
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Jannik Sinner: I’m Single
World No. 1 seemingly confirms relationship with Anna Kalinskaya is over. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Photo credit: Internazionali BNL d’Italia A flurry of tennis balls fluttered in Jannik Sinner‘s face. Sinner faced every single one with a smile. Receiving a hero’s welcome during his practice sessions in Rome, Sinner has…
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Barbora Krejcikova joins Porsche Czechia as brand ambassador
Two-time Grand Slam champion Barbora Krejcikova may not have stepped on court in 2025 yet, but her off-court presence continues to shine. The Czech tennis star has just landed a major endorsement deal, becoming the newest brand ambassador for Porsche Czechia. Krejcikova took to social media to share the news, posting a series of stylish…
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Osaka beats clay-court specialist Errani, extends winning streak on least favorite surface
Fresh off her “kinda ironic” title run at the WTA 125 event in Saint-Malo, Naomi Osaka extended her winning streak to six matches with a solid 6-2 6-3 victory over wildcard Sara Errani in the first round of the Internazionali BNL d’Italia. The four-time Grand Slam champion came from 1-3 down in the second set,…
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Tennis at the 2025 Met Gala: Serena and Venus serve Moncler and Lacoste looks
Tennis icons Serena and Venus Williams brought power, elegance, and unmistakable star presence to the 2025 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrated the artistry, innovation, and cultural significance of Black fashion. View this post on Instagram …