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Zzzzzzz: US Open tennis players take naps before matches, especially late ones
Read full article: Zzzzzzz: US Open tennis players take naps before matches, especially late onesPlenty of tennis players at the U.S. Open agree that there are benefits to taking a nap before a match, especially if they are due on court at night.
Marathon Match: Longest U.S. Open match in history goes a grueling 5 hours, 35 minutes
Read full article: Marathon Match: Longest U.S. Open match in history goes a grueling 5 hours, 35 minutesDan Evans has won the longest match at the U.S. Open since tiebreakers were introduced in 1970, beating Karen Khachanov 6-7 (6), 7-6 (2), 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-4 in 5 hours, 35 minutes.
Novak Djokovic finally adds an Olympic gold to his resume by beating Carlos Alcaraz in a taut final
Read full article: Novak Djokovic finally adds an Olympic gold to his resume by beating Carlos Alcaraz in a taut finalNovak Djokovic has won his first Olympic gold medal by beating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2) in the 2024 Games men's tennis singles final.
Andy Murray's Wimbledon career ends when Emma Raducanu pulls out of their match in mixed doubles
Read full article: Andy Murray's Wimbledon career ends when Emma Raducanu pulls out of their match in mixed doublesAndy Murray’s Wimbledon career has come to an anticlimactic end because Emma Raducanu pulled out of their mixed doubles first-round match.
Marketa Vondrousova is the first defending women's Wimbledon champ out in the first round since 1994
Read full article: Marketa Vondrousova is the first defending women's Wimbledon champ out in the first round since 1994Marketa Vondrousova has become the first defending women’s champion at Wimbledon to lose in the first round the next year since it happened to Steffi Graf in 1994.
Andy Murray withdraws from singles at his last Wimbledon and only will play doubles with his brother
Read full article: Andy Murray withdraws from singles at his last Wimbledon and only will play doubles with his brotherAndy Murray has withdrawn from singles at Wimbledon a little more than a week after surgery to remove a cyst from his spine.
Andy Murray is still not sure whether he will be able to compete at Wimbledon
Read full article: Andy Murray is still not sure whether he will be able to compete at WimbledonTwo-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray says it is impossible to know yet whether he will be able to compete at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament.
Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operations
Read full article: Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in the draw after recent operationsNovak Djokovic and Andy Murray have both been placed in the Wimbledon bracket during the draw despite coming off recent operations.
Andy Murray is undecided about whether to play Wimbledon and says doubles is likelier than singles
Read full article: Andy Murray is undecided about whether to play Wimbledon and says doubles is likelier than singlesTwo-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray still has not decided whether he will be able to compete at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament that begins next week.
Stan Wawrinka, who is 39, beats Andy Murray, who is 37, at the French Open. Alcaraz and Osaka win
Read full article: Stan Wawrinka, who is 39, beats Andy Murray, who is 37, at the French Open. Alcaraz and Osaka winStan Wawrinka repeatedly used his trademark one-handed backhand to get the better of Andy Murray at the French Open once again.
Carlos Alcaraz is 'scared' to hit his forehand with full force as the French Open approaches
Read full article: Carlos Alcaraz is 'scared' to hit his forehand with full force as the French Open approachesEven Carlos Alcaraz couldn’t tell you exactly what’s been wrong with his right forearm, the part of his body that is responsible for his thunderous forehands.
French Open 2024: Alcaraz and Swiatek won the singles titles. What are the early Wimbledon odds?
Read full article: French Open 2024: Alcaraz and Swiatek won the singles titles. What are the early Wimbledon odds?Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 to win the French Open for the first time and collect his third Grand Slam title.
3-time Grand Slam champ Murray said he sustained serious ankle injury in Miami Open loss
Read full article: 3-time Grand Slam champ Murray said he sustained serious ankle injury in Miami Open lossThree-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray said he sustained a serious ankle injury at the Miami Open and expects to be out an extended time.
Andy Murray beats weary Matteo Berrettini to advance at the Miami Open
Read full article: Andy Murray beats weary Matteo Berrettini to advance at the Miami OpenAndy Murray won another lengthy match with Matteo Berrettini, who appeared weary and leaned on his racket to keep his balance during Murray’s 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory Wednesday at the Miami Open.
Andy Murray wins his opening match at what is expected to be his last Indian Wells appearance
Read full article: Andy Murray wins his opening match at what is expected to be his last Indian Wells appearanceAndy Murray has started what is expected to be his final appearance at Indian Wells with a smooth performance and a straightforward victory.
Andy Murray hints he's heading into the 'last few months' of his career after a win in Dubai
Read full article: Andy Murray hints he's heading into the 'last few months' of his career after a win in DubaiAndy Murray has hinted he is heading into the “last few months” of his career after rallying past Denis Shapovalov 4-6, 7-6, 6-3 at the Dubai Championships for his 500th hard-court win.
Swiatek could face 2 past champs in Australia; Djokovic-Tsitsipas rematch would be a quarterfinal
Read full article: Swiatek could face 2 past champs in Australia; Djokovic-Tsitsipas rematch would be a quarterfinalTop-ranked Iga Swiatek will face 2020 champion Sofia Kenin in the first round and potentially 2016 winner Angelique Kerber or Danielle Collins in the second in a tough start to her bid for a first Australian Open title.
The pro tennis tours are trying to cut down on matches that stretch past midnight
Read full article: The pro tennis tours are trying to cut down on matches that stretch past midnightThe women’s and men’s professional tennis tours have introduced new scheduling guidelines to prevent matches from starting after 11 p.m. except with approval and recommending a 6:30 p.m. start for night sessions at tournaments.
Grand Slam tournaments are getting hotter. US Open players and fans are feeling that this week
Read full article: Grand Slam tournaments are getting hotter. US Open players and fans are feeling that this weekAfter a mild start to the U.S. Open, much higher temperatures have arrived in the second week at Flushing Meadows.
John Isner heads to retirement after US Open last-set tiebreaker losses in singles and doubles
Read full article: John Isner heads to retirement after US Open last-set tiebreaker losses in singles and doublesJohn Isner has headed off into retirement after losing in singles and doubles at the U.S. Open.
In its initial use, new US Open video review system fails when chair umpire's tablet malfunctions
Read full article: In its initial use, new US Open video review system fails when chair umpire's tablet malfunctionsThe U.S. Open's new review system allowing players to challenge certain calls, such as double bounces, has been used for the first time.
The US Open is filled with players making comebacks from retirement, pregnancy or injury
Read full article: The US Open is filled with players making comebacks from retirement, pregnancy or injuryThe 2023 U.S. Open features several players who have made comebacks to tennis after being away for a while.
Georgia Tech's Eubanks stuns Tsitsipas at Wimbledon to reach his first Grand Slam quarterfinal
Read full article: Georgia Tech's Eubanks stuns Tsitsipas at Wimbledon to reach his first Grand Slam quarterfinalChris Eubanks has reached the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam tournament for the first time by stunning two-time major runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas in five sets.
Andy Murray exits Wimbledon with uncertainty after a 5-set, 2-day loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas
Read full article: Andy Murray exits Wimbledon with uncertainty after a 5-set, 2-day loss to Stefanos TsitsipasTwo-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray has been eliminated by Stefanos Tsitsipas after a five-setter contested over two days at Centre Court.
Venus Williams will begin her 24th Wimbledon appearance against Elina Svitolina
Read full article: Venus Williams will begin her 24th Wimbledon appearance against Elina SvitolinaFive-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams will begin her 24th appearance in the tournament against 2019 semifinalist Elina Svitolina.
Where, when and how Novak Djokovic won each of his 22 Grand Slam titles
Read full article: Where, when and how Novak Djokovic won each of his 22 Grand Slam titlesNovak Djokovic will be trying to set the record for the most Grand Slam singles trophies won by a man when he goes for what would be No. 23 against Casper Ruud in the French Open final on Sunday.
Andy Murray pulls out another 3-set victory at Indian Wells
Read full article: Andy Murray pulls out another 3-set victory at Indian WellsAndy Murray grabbed the last three games to come back and beat Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-4 across more than three hours in the first round of the BNP Paribas Open.
Murray match highlights how tennis can be an all-night sport
Read full article: Murray match highlights how tennis can be an all-night sportAndy Murray was pleased with the result but not happy about the circumstances after finishing an Australian Open victory after 4 a.m. His marathon raised anew the issue that tennis has shown it is that rare sport where folks sometimes need to play all night.
Murray edges Kokkinakis after 4 a.m. at Australian Open
Read full article: Murray edges Kokkinakis after 4 a.m. at Australian OpenAndy Murray and Thanasi Kokkinakis have played deep into the night at the Australian Open until Murray emerged with a five-set victory that ended just after 4 a.m. They began playing on Thursday and finished on Friday at Margaret Court Arena before hundreds of enthusiastic spectators who remained.
Australian Open lookahead: Andy Murray tries for 3rd round
Read full article: Australian Open lookahead: Andy Murray tries for 3rd roundAndy Murray tries to back up his first-round victory over Matteo Berrettini by winning again and earning a trip to the third round of the Australian Open for the first time since 2017.
Djokovic, Nadal can only meet in final at Australian Open
Read full article: Djokovic, Nadal can only meet in final at Australian OpenRivals Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal have been placed on opposite halves of the Australian Open bracket in the draw, meaning the owners of a combined 43 Grand Slam singles titles could only meet in the final at Melbourne Park.
River City Roundup
Read full article: River City RoundupThe holiday season has ramped up to joy overload. We have compiled a quick list of upcoming events that the whole family can enjoy. The Dynamic Les DeMerle Band hosts Jazz Spirit of Christmas Saturday night in Fernandina Beach. Pamela Theresa hosts the Medium in the Raw Toys for Tots Drive Friday at Beaches Museum. Andy Murray of the famed Murray Bros. Caddyshack in St. Augustine will be in town signing his new book " A Feast of Family Fun and Favorites” Friday evening. The Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals holds the San Marco 5k Saturday evening. Fostering Connections Holiday Backyard BBQ will be held Dec. 11th at the Classic Car Museum in St. Augustine.
'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup win
Read full article: 'Prime Time' Tiafoe lifts Team World to 1st Laver Cup winFrances Tiafoe has saved four match points to beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 1-6, 7-6 (11), 10-8 and clinched victory in the Laver Cup for Team World over Roger Federer’s Team Europe for the first time.
Federer's final match comes in doubles alongside rival Nadal
Read full article: Federer's final match comes in doubles alongside rival NadalRoger Federer and Rafael Nadal will team up in doubles at the Laver Cup on Friday in what Federer has announced will be the final match of his long and illustrious career.
Murray out of US Open in 3rd round; Serena eliminated
Read full article: Murray out of US Open in 3rd round; Serena eliminatedMatteo Berrettini has ended Andy Murray’s bid to return to the fourth round of a Grand Slam tournament by beating the the three-time major 6-4, 6-4, 6-7 (1), 6-3 at the U.S. Open.
Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic pulls out of Montreal tournament
Read full article: Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic pulls out of Montreal tournamentNovak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming hard-court tournament in Montreal because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and therefore not allowed to enter Canada.
Wimbledon wild-card entry outside top 100 gets Djokovic next
Read full article: Wimbledon wild-card entry outside top 100 gets Djokovic nextThree-time defending champion Novak Djokovic's next opponent is an oft-injured guy ranked outside the top 100 and making his Grand Slam debut thanks to a wild card.
Amelie Mauresmo: Women's tennis has less 'appeal' than men's
Read full article: Amelie Mauresmo: Women's tennis has less 'appeal' than men'sNew French Open tournament director Amelie Mauresmo says nine of the 10 night session matches at Roland Garros this year involved men because women’s tennis currently has less “appeal.”.
Adieu, Jo: Fans hail injured, retiring Tsonga at French Open
Read full article: Adieu, Jo: Fans hail injured, retiring Tsonga at French OpenJo-Wilfried Tsonga has ended his career as a singles tennis player with a 6-7 (6), 7-6 (4), 6-2, 7-6 (0) loss to Casper Ruud in the first round of the French Open.
Djokovic to be replaced at No 1 by Medvedev after Dubai loss
Read full article: Djokovic to be replaced at No 1 by Medvedev after Dubai lossNovak Djokovic will fall from No. 1 in the ATP rankings and be replaced by Daniil Medvedev after losing 6-4, 7-6 (4) to Czech qualifier Jiri Vesely in the quarterfinals of the Dubai Championships.
Djokovic leaves Australia but debate goes on in vaccine saga
Read full article: Djokovic leaves Australia but debate goes on in vaccine sagaAustralia made its decision, but opinion remains divided worldwide on Novak Djokovic and whether he should have been allowed to compete in the Australian Open despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19.
US eliminated from Davis Cup Finals after loss to Colombia
Read full article: US eliminated from Davis Cup Finals after loss to ColombiaUnited States captain Mardy Fish hinted at a lack of passion within his team after the record 32-time champion Americans were eliminated from the Davis Cup Finals by following up a lopsided loss to host Italy with a humbling defeat to Colombia.
Trading shots: Lawmakers differ on Aussie Open vaccinations
Read full article: Trading shots: Lawmakers differ on Aussie Open vaccinationsThe back-and-forth debate over unvaccinated tennis players being allowed to contest the Australian Open in January has heightened with the prime minister and a state political leader trading shots on points of difference.