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Camila Giorgi: All You Need To Know About Italian Tennis Star - In Pics

As the tennis world eagerly anticipates the clash between Victoria Azarenka and Camila Giorgi at the 2024 Australian Open, the spotlight turns toward the enigmatic Italian powerhouse, Camila Giorgi. Known for her explosive playing style, Giorgi transcends the boundaries of the tennis court, revealing a captivating tapestry of talent, resilience, and creativity. Join us on a journey to unravel the layers of Camila Giorgi, exploring the fascinating facets that make her not just a formidable opponent but a multifaceted personality in the world of sports.

Jan 15, 2024, 11:12 AM IST

Linda Fruhvirtova wins Chennai Open 2022 title: Know all about GORGEOUS Czech teen sensation, in PICS

Czech teenager Linda Fruhvirtova rallied from a set down to upset No.3 seed Magda Linette 4-6 6-3 6-4 in the singles final of the Chennai Open WTA 250 tennis tournament on Sunday to claim her first-ever Tour title. The 17-year old, ranked 130, appeared to be down and out when she trailed 1-4 in the decider but staged a remarkable comeback. In these collection of picture, we find out all about this GORGEOUS teen sensation.

Sep 19, 2022, 09:28 AM IST

US Open 2022: Jannik Sinner battles into quarterfinals, become FIRST after Novak Djokovic to achieve THIS record

Jannik Sinner won 12 break points in the match and dug deep in the fifth, showcasing why the rising Italian is considered as a potential star. 

Sep 06, 2022, 10:53 AM IST

Victoria Azarenka and Marta Kostyuk to play a politically-charged Belarus vs Ukraine US Open clash

With Azarenka beating Ashlyn Krueger of the United States and Kostyuk going past Egypt's Mayar Sherif in their first-round encounters, the two players will now meet in the 2nd round on September 1 (Thursday). 

Aug 31, 2022, 15:57 PM IST

Borna Coric spoils Rafa Nadal comeback in Cincinnati Masters event, sends him packing in 3 sets

Rafa Nadal began the season with three titles and 20 consecutive wins but will head into the US Open after only one summer hardcourt match. 

Aug 18, 2022, 10:08 AM IST

French Open 2022: Marta Kostyuk slams WTA players council, says ‘it’s like Ukraine players don’t exist’

The council, which is made up of current players who act as a voice for athletes on tour with the governing body, supported the WTA’s decision to strip ranking points from Wimbledon, with American member Sloane Stephens saying that the decision was not ‘taken lightly’.

May 25, 2022, 08:05 AM IST

Australian Open 2022: Victoria Azarenka stuns Elina Svitolina to enter fourth round

The 24th-seeded Victoria Azarenka won the title at Melbourne Park in 2012 and 2013, and she also has been the runner-up at the US Open three times.

Jan 21, 2022, 10:37 AM IST

Australian Open 2022: Brutal Ash Barty demolishes Lucia Bronzetti to reach third round

World No. 1 Ash Barty, hoping to end Australia’s 44-year wait for a homegrown women’s champion, next faces another Italian in Camila Giorgi in third round.

Jan 19, 2022, 09:43 AM IST

Victoria Azarenka advances to Indian Wells finals after crushing former French Open champ Jelena Ostapenko

Former world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka said she was proud of her fighting spirit in Friday's comeback victory against Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko in the semi-finals of the Indian Wells tournament.

Oct 16, 2021, 13:33 PM IST

US Open 2021: Former finalist Victoria Azarenka calls for mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations

This year the fans are back but only those who have proof of vaccination and the 18th-seeded Victoria Azarenka admitted confusion over why the rules do not extend to players as well.

Sep 02, 2021, 08:44 AM IST

In Pics: Top sportspersons who have pulled out of Tokyo Olympics

Tokyo Olympic Games is being held under the shadow of COVID-19 pandemic. The Olympics are already delayed by a year, since they were supposed to take place in 2020 but even in 2021, the Games are struggling to attract top names from the world of sports. The likes of Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal, Serena Williams and Zuzana Hejnova have already pulled out of the Olympics for different reasons. In these collection of pictures we take a look at some of the top sportspersons giving Tokyo Olympics a miss.

Jul 16, 2021, 15:11 PM IST

Australian Open 2021: Defending champion Sofia Kenin battles through, Azarenka bows out

Former Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka bowed out to unseeded Jessica Pegula, losing 7-5, 6-4 after being up 5-2 in the opening set. Azarenka struggled late in the second set, needed a trainer and doctor as she appared to struggle to catch her breath.

Feb 09, 2021, 09:27 AM IST

Naomi Osaka pulls out of French Open with hamstring injury

Japanese tennis star and world No.3 Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the upcoming French Open due to a hamstring injury.

Sep 18, 2020, 08:48 AM IST

Naomi Osaka defeats Victoria Azarenka to win US Open

Naomi Osaka ended Victoria Azarenka`s dream run to claim her second US Open title in three years with a 1-6 6-3 6-3 comeback win on Saturday which cemented her status as the sport`s leading light both on and off the court.

Sep 13, 2020, 07:21 AM IST

Serena Williams heads to French Open with time running out for Grand Slam No. 24

The American great has remained one title behind Margaret Court`s all-time record since bagging her 23rd Grand Slam singles trophy at the Australian Open in January 2017.

Sep 11, 2020, 13:51 PM IST

US Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka stuns Serena Williams to set up Naomi Osaka showdown

The Belarusian has now set up a clash against Japanese tennis player and world No.10 Naomi Osaka in the final of the Grand Slam event.

 

Sep 11, 2020, 10:59 AM IST

Naomi Osaka downs Jennifer Brady to reach U.S. Open final

Two-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka advanced to the U.S. Open final for the second time in her career with a 7-6(1), 3-6, 6-3 victory over big-hitting Jennifer Brady on Thursday.

Sep 11, 2020, 09:15 AM IST

Wimbledon: Halep and Azarenka set up battle of former world number ones

The nightmare will continue for one of them after the former world number ones set up a third round showdown.

Jul 04, 2019, 08:33 AM IST

French Open: Naomi Osaka battles past Victoria Azarenka to reach third round

The 21-year-old Japanese lost the first four games against a fired-up former world number one but reacted superbly to claw herself back and claim a 16th successive Grand Slam match win.

May 30, 2019, 18:32 PM IST

Petra Kvitova battles into third round of Madrid Open

Kvitova will now face either Romanian wildcard Sorana Cirstea or former World No four Caroline Garcia in the last-16 of the tournament.

May 07, 2019, 00:05 AM IST