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Australian Open: Dan Evans shoulders slim British hopes against Roger Federer

It was Evans` first win in the main draw of a Grand Slam in nearly two years, setting up a second round clash with Federer.

Jan 15, 2019, 17:44 PM IST

French Open : Juan Martin Del Potro defeats John Isner to reach last eight in Paris

 Juan Martin Del Potro stormed into the French Open quarter-finals with a convincing 6-4 6-4 6-4 defeat of the big-serving American John Isner on Monday.

Jun 05, 2018, 08:56 AM IST

French Open: Alexander Zverev's condition key to Thiem clash in Paris

French Open: Alexander Zverev might be mentally drained after three five-set matches in a row when he takes on Dominic Thiem in a much-anticipated French Open quarter-final clash on Tuesday.

Jun 04, 2018, 19:17 PM IST

Rafael Nadal faces old friend Richard Gasquet on familiar French Open turf

World number one Rafa Nadal faces local hope Richard Gasquet in the third round of the French Open on Saturday in a clash between two long-time friends.

Jun 02, 2018, 09:26 AM IST

'Current generation can't emulate Big Four's consistency,' feels Kevin Anderson

The 31-year-old said there was no doubt in the quality of current players but achievements of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray can't be emulated.

Jan 02, 2018, 20:08 PM IST

Marat Safin believes something is 'wrong' with tennis

Safin added that earlier, players used to win tournaments at an early age of 16 or 17, but now, players become pro only after the age of 25.

Dec 03, 2017, 00:28 AM IST

Rafael Nadal presented with ATP World No. 1 award

Tennis player Rafael Nadal was presented with the ATP World No. 1 award on the court during the ATP World Tour Finals at the O2 Arena here.

Nov 13, 2017, 10:00 AM IST

Rafael Nadal confident of being fully fit at ATP Finals

"Hopefully the knee is good. I`ve done everything I`ve needed to do in order to get ready for London... Let`s see if I am able to be 100 per cent to compete," Nadal said

Nov 10, 2017, 13:14 PM IST

Injured Rafael Nadal doing his all to play ATP Finals in London

Rafael Nadal's personal doctor said on Tuesday they will do "everything possible" to enable the 16-time Grand Slam champion to compete at next week's season-ending Tour Finals in London.

Nov 08, 2017, 11:23 AM IST

Alexander Zverev seals ATP finals spot

The 20-year-old has won five titles this year including the Italian Open and the Rogers Cup and joins world number one Rafa Nadal and Swiss Roger Federer in the finals, with five spots yet to be decided.

Oct 07, 2017, 18:02 PM IST

Andy Roddick reflects on career spent in vacuum of Big Four

International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee Andy Roddick said on Saturday he was honoured to have played in the era of the Big Four, but also acknowledged that they caused him no end of frustration during his career.

Jul 23, 2017, 20:12 PM IST

Wimbledon 2017, Day 5: Marin Cilic reaches fourth round without dropping a set, Kei Nishikori beaten

Bautista Agut will face stiffer opposition on Monday when he plays Croatia`s seventh seed Marin Cilic.  

Jul 08, 2017, 00:00 AM IST

Rafael Nadal achieves best ATP ranking since October 2014 after 10th French Open title

The Spaniard now trails only Roger Federer (18) in Grand Slam title wins. With the French Open crown, Nadal (15) went ahead of Pete Sampras (14). 

Jun 12, 2017, 17:09 PM IST

Rafael Nadal beats Stan Wawrinka, becomes first man to win 10 French Open titles

His collection of Slams now stands just three behind Roger Federer, a staggering statistic coming just a year after he quit Roland Garros with a wrist injury.

Jun 11, 2017, 21:13 PM IST

French Open 2017: Rafael Nadal breezes past Benoit Paire to reach second round

The Spaniard, whose last Grand Slam triumph came at Roland Garros in 2014, improved his incredible French Open record to 73 wins and just two losses.

May 29, 2017, 20:46 PM IST

Rafael Nadal recalls almost 'destroying' wrist at last year's French Open

The Spanish star withdrew from the 2016 tournament with a left wrist injury on the eve of his third round match.

May 26, 2017, 08:58 AM IST

Novak Djokovic back on court at Acapulco after shoulder injury

Djokovic had accepted a wildcard into the Mexican tournament which boasts a strong field including Australian Open finalist Rafa Nadal and world number four Milos Raonic.

Feb 24, 2017, 10:35 AM IST

Post Fancy Bear leak: WADA defends therapeutic use of banned substances

TUEs allow athletes to take banned substances for verified medical needs and are signed off by sports federations.

Sep 28, 2016, 23:02 PM IST

TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE: Tennis legend Leander Paes bemoans India's team selection in last two Olympics

Paes, 43, started a possible controversy, claiming he was not considered to partner Sania Mirza for Mixed Doubles at the Rio Games.

Sep 18, 2016, 18:42 PM IST

Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe renew rivalry as Laver Cup captains

Federer and Nadal announced they were committing to compete for the European side in next year`s event to be staged at the 02 arena in Prague from Sept. 22-24.

Aug 24, 2016, 23:21 PM IST