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No ranking points at Wimbledon: Players weigh in
When asked about the decision to not award ranking points at Wimbledon this year, four-time major champion Naomi Osaka said…
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Benoit Paire accuses ATP of ‘defending Russia more than players’ over Wimbledon
The ATP announced this week they would be stripping Wimbledon of its ranking points in response to Russian and Belarusian…
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Federer and Williams set to lose their world rankings after Wimbledon snubs
The Wimbledon ranking points saga could have high implications for two of tennis’ biggest names in Roger Federer and Serena…
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Djokovic laments Wimbledon’s ‘lose-lose’ decision
Following his first-round win at the French Open on Monday, world No. 1 Novak Djokovic told reporters he disagreed with…
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Reigning French Open champ Krejcikova upset
PARIS — Barbora Krejcikova arrived at the French Open as the defending champion in singles and doubles. She also was…
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Wimbledon branded an ‘exhibition’ as Cam Norrie slams ranking points removal
After banning Russian and Belarusian players, Wimbledon has now been stripped of its ranking points, and British No 1 Cam…
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Will Rafa Nadal pull off another feat of clay? 21 dominating numbers heading into the French Open
8:24 AM ET Kelly CohenESPN Rafael Nadal‘s career has been spectacular and his career on clay has been unlike any…
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Stephens backs no ranking points at Wimbledon
Former US Open champion Sloane Stephens said on Sunday she supports the WTA and ATP’s decision to not award ranking…
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Expert picks: Who will win the 2022 French Open?
The 2022 French Open starts Sunday, and with Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal both in the draw, along with rising…
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Wimbledon chiefs express ‘deep disappointment’ at ranking points being stripped
Wimbledon have been punished by the ATP and WTA Tours for banning Russian and Belarusian stars from the tournament this…
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Wimbledon punished over Russian and Belarusian ban as ranking points stripped
This year’s Wimbledon be a points-less event after the ATP took action against them for banning all Russian and Belarusian…
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After Australia, can Novak Djokovic find himself again at the French Open?
NOVAK DJOKOVIC IS looking for something. It is Orthodox Easter Sunday in Belgrade. Djokovic is playing the final of the…
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Wimbledon set to be stripped of ranking points amid ban on Russian players
Tennis organisers reportedly took a step closer to making this year’s Wimbledon Championships a points-less event after banning all Russian…
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Kyrgios claims he’s world’s best grass-court player despite being ranked No.76
Nick Kyrgios has decided to skip the clay-court season, including this year’s French Open, in order to focus on Wimbledon…
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Queen’s will have ranking points but Wimbledon under review over Russia ban
The All England Tennis Club announced last month that Russian and Belarusian players would be banned from competing at Wimbledon…
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Emma Raducanu drives Porsche at Brands Hatch amid ‘romantic link’ to MotoGP star
Emma Raducanu enjoyed a day out at the Porsche Carrera Cup and even took a spin in one of the…
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Murray pulls out of French Open and prioritises Wimbledon after injury return
Andy Murray still has Wimbledon at the top of his priority list, despite fears that ranking points may be scrapped…
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Icing on the cake: Djokovic gets win No. 1,000
ROME — This is just what Novak Djokovic needed a week before the French Open. The top-ranked Serb beat Casper…
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Swiatek equals Serena with 27-match win streak
ROME — Not since Serena Williams seven years ago has another woman had such a hot streak in tennis. Top-ranked…
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Russia tennis chief brands Svitolina a ‘nobody’ as he hits out at Ukrainian star
Ukrainian tennis star and World No. 20 Elina Svitolina has been a vocal opponent of Russia’s military invasion of her…
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LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo, Tom Brady and Naomi Osaka among highest-earning athletes
12:21 PM ET Jeremy WillisESPN.com Which athletes are making the most money? For 2022, it’s Los Angeles Lakers star/media mogul…
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Osaka leaves IMG to form own sports agency
Naomi Osaka has left IMG to start her own agency, she told Sportico. Osaka’s sports agency, Evolve, will be stylized…
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Tennis icon Chris Evert confirms chemo update after ovarian cancer diagnosis
Tennis legend Chris Evert has provided an update on her chemotherapy after the 18-time grand slam champion revealed she was…
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Novak Djokovic says teen superstar Carlos Alcaraz a favourite to win French Open
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic believes teen sensation Carlos Alcaraz deserves to be considered among the favourites for this year’s…
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Boris Becker ‘complains about prison food’ and is dismayed by lack of hygiene
Tennis star Boris Becker has reportedly found it tough going in the early stages of his prison sentence after complaining…
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Alcaraz routs Zverev in Madrid for 4th title of ’22
MADRID — When Carlos Alcaraz played in his first Madrid Open as an 18-year-old, his goal was to gain experience…
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Djokovic feels upswing as French defense nears
MADRID — Novak Djokovic is optimistic about his game going into the French Open despite going another week without a…
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Six Spanish tennis players given lengthy bans after match-fixing convictions
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has handed out bans and substantial fines to six Spanish tennis players after it…
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Rafael Nadal backs Carlos Alcaraz to beat Novak Djokovic but sends teen warning
Carlos Alcaraz put in a remarkable performance to defeat fellow Spaniard Nadal at the Madrid Open, and now the 21-time…
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Carlos Alcaraz says Nadal has ‘1,000 lives’ as he assesses Madrid Open chances
Carlos Alcaraz is set to face legendary compatriot Rafael Nadal in the quarter-finals at the Madrid Open after the teenager…
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Carlos Alcaraz rejects Rafael Nadal claim ahead of Madrid Open quarter-final
Rafael Nadal will meet Carlos Alcaraz in a mouthwatering all-Spanish tie in the quarter-final of the Madrid Open, and Nadal…
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Raducanu confesses she had “no idea” about opponent after Madrid Open defeat
Emma Raducanu was defeated by Ukrainian star Anhelina Kalinina at the Madrid Open and the US Open champion admitted she…
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Andy Murray blames government for forcing Wimbledon’s hand in Russia ban row
Former world No.1 Andy Murray refused to back Wimbledon’s ban of Russian and Belarusian players at the upcoming Grand Slam…
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Nadal, Djokovic slam Wimbledon for Russian ban
MADRID — Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic criticized Wimbledon’s decision to exclude Russian and Belarusian players from this year’s tournament…
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Rublev tells reporter to ask Federer and Nadal why they stay silent on topics
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are two legendary figures in tennis, but have come under criticism for seemingly refraining from…
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Wimbledon Star Boris Becker Jailed For Two-And-A-Half Years Over Bankruptcy
Three-time Wimbledon champion Boris Becker has been jailed for two-and-a-half years for hiding £2.5 million worth of assets and loans…
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Piers Morgan lends support to “great guy” Boris Becker after tennis icon jailed
Six-time Grand Slam tennis champion Boris Becker has been jailed for two and a half years for hiding £2.5m worth…
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Tennis great Becker gets 2 1/2 years in prison
LONDON — Tennis great Boris Becker was sentenced to 2½ years in prison Friday for illicitly transferring large amounts of…
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French Open makes decision on Russian and Belarusian players after Wimbledon ban
Russian and Belarusian players will be allowed to play on the Roland Garros clay as French tennis officials decide to…
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Becker hugs his girlfriend as he gets ready to learn fate in bankruptcy case
Former tennis star Boris Becker, who won six Grand Slam titles, was found guilty of four charges under the Insolvency…
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Roger Federer return plans outlined as tennis legend allays retirement fears
Roger Federer’s return to the ATP Tour will come at the Swiss Indoors event – a tournament he has won…
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Emma Raducanu announces surprise split from coach after just five months
British No. 1 Emma Raducanu is on the hunt for her fourth permanent coach following the announcement she’s parted ways…
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Emma Raducanu beats Daniil Medvedev and Barcelona ace Pedri to prestigious award
British teen sensation Emma Raducanu has added another accolade to her growing list by claiming the Breakthrough of the Year…
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Rublev beats Djokovic to win Serbia Open title
BELGRADE, Serbia — Andrey Rublev defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-7 (4), 6-0 to win the Serbia Open on Sunday for…
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WTA chief fires warning to Wimbledon over ban on Russian and Belarusian players
WTA boss Steve Simon is the latest to condemn Wimbledon’s ban, and has a warning for organisers if they do…
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Italian Open may ‘copy Wimbledon ban move’ with Murray ‘prepared to defend SW19’
Wimbledon have come under scrutiny following their decision to ban Russians and Belarusians from competing at this summer’s tournament amid…
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Wimbledon may face legal action from Belarusian Tennis Federation over ban
The All England Club announced on Wednesday that Russian and Belarusian players would be banned from the tournament, but that…
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Djokovic hits back at ‘crazy’ Wimbledon decision
Novak Djokovic has hit back at Wimbledon’s decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players over the invasion of Ukraine, describing…
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Wimbledon Russia ban branded “unfair” as threat of legal action looms
The ATP have issued a strong statement after the All England Club and LTA decided to ban players from Russia…
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Wimbledon Russia ban ‘sparked by fear Royal Family will see Daniil Medvedev win’
The All England Club is reportedly moving ahead with plans to ban Russian and Belarusian athletes from Wimbledon, with the…
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