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The prestigious Doha ATP 500 offers a really interesting first round on Tuesday. Novak Djokovic – who returns from his left thigh injury suffered at the 2025 Australian Open – will make his debut in singles against Matteo Berrettini. The Serbian legend – who made his debut with a brilliant victory in doubles together with Fernando…
World no. 3 Carlos Alcaraz made a winning debut in Doha. The Spaniard played his first match at the ATP 500 event against Marin Cilic in a battle of the former US Open champions. The young gun ousted the veteran 6-4, 6-4 in an hour and 39 minutes for a place in the second round.…
Novak Djokovic is competing in Doha for the first time since 2019. The two-time champion is seeking his milestone 100th ATP title against Carlos Alcaraz, Alex de Minaur, Andrey Rublev and Daniil Medvedev. The Serb also decided to enter the doubles draw. He joined foces with Fernando Verdasco, who is playing his last tournament in…
The situation on the golf scene has been chaotic for a long time, with no indication that changes could happen. However, the latest events, meetings and the most famous personalities of this sport are optimistic for everyone. Is this finally the end of the dark clouds that hung over the golf scene? Rory McIlroy stressed…
Paul McGinley, a famous golfer and a man who left a big mark in this sport, is impatient just like many. The experienced figure hopes that LIV Golf and the PGA Tour could reach a final deal, especially after the last meeting between Donald Trump and PGA officials. McGinley stressed the best thing is…
Tiger Woods was unable to play in the Genesis Invitational after his mother, Kultida Woods, passed away a few days earlier. Although he had originally planned to perform, Tiger decided to take a break to help him process her death. However, he has indicated that he will return to play in bigger events. “I haven’t…
Novak Djokovic is back in action in Doha this week, having recovered much faster than expected from the left thigh injury he suffered during the 2025 Australian Open. It was rumored that the former world number 1 would have to be out of action for a couple of months and that he would only return…
Carlos Alcaraz chased a Career Grand Slam at the Australian Open. The 21-year-old could not complete all four Major crowns in Melbourne following the quarter-final defeat to Novak Djokovic. The Serb overcame a hamstring injury and prevailed 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in three hours and 37 minutes, ending the Spaniard’s title dreams. Carlos’ coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero,…
Phil Mickelson caused quite a storm last year after comments regarding LIV Golf and the Saudis. Mickelson did not mince words when criticizing the Saudis, who believe that it is a regime that does not respect human rights. Mickelson also used some offensive words, all of which were later used against him. Mickelson has been…
Ludvig Aberg surprised the golf public by winning the Genesis Invitational tournament. The 25-year-old golfer arrived at the tournament visibly tired, exhausted from a mysterious illness that had caused him problems in the previous weeks. However, that didn’t stop him from winning his second title on the PGA Tour, with 12 shots under par. Three…