In a match that highlighted the contrasting trajectories of two Grand Slam champions, Britain’s Emma Raducanu suffered a decisive defeat against world number one Iga Swiatek in the third round of the Australian Open. The second seed from Poland needed just 70 minutes to dispatch Raducanu 6-1, 6-0, advancing to the fourth round with her…
In a surprising turn of events at the $30,000 ITF men’s tennis tournament held at the Indore Tennis Club, Maxim Zhukov defeated the second seed, Ramkumar Ramanathan, in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2. The match, which took place on Wednesday, saw Zhukov deliver a clinical performance, outclassing one of India’s top tennis players in the first…
The year 2025 promises to be an exciting one for sports enthusiasts, with a packed calendar featuring a variety of tournaments across disciplines. From cricket to football, motorsports to tennis, the schedule ensures something for everyone. Here’s a detailed look at the major sporting events of 2025, month by month. January: Kicking Off with Hockey,…
The AITA ranking tennis tournament, hosted at the prestigious CLTA Complex, witnessed exhilarating matches as the quarterfinals unfolded on Wednesday. Among the highlights was an electrifying performance by Samriti Punyani, who delivered a stunning upset, defeating second-seed Saily Thakkar in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, in the women’s category. The tournament, sponsored by HPCL-Mittal and offering…
Indian tennis duo Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli showcased their exceptional skills by claiming victory in the €120,950 Challenger tournament doubles final in Rovereto, Italy, on Saturday. The top-seeded pair overcame the formidable second-seeded team of Theo Arribage (France) and Francisco Cabral (Portugal) in a thrilling match that ended 6-3, 2-6, [12-10]. This win not…
Indian tennis stars Ramkumar Ramanathan and Mukund Sasikumar are set to lead a talented lineup at the men’s ITF Championship in Maharashtra. This prestigious tournament will take place from November 10 to 17 and promises thrilling action as players from around the world compete for ATP points and prize money. Organized by the Maharashtra State…
The latest tennis competitions have delivered thrilling victories and intense matches across several international circuits. Indian players Ramkumar Ramanathan and S. Mukund grabbed headlines with their impressive performances in the $133,250 Challenger tournament in Shenzhen, China. Meanwhile, several Indian players also participated in the ITF tournaments hosted across Egypt, Turkey, Uganda, Greece, and Spain, showcasing…
The iconic words from Rudyard Kipling’s poem, “If,” greet competitors as they step onto the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon’s Centre Court. The passage reads, “If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster and treat those two imposters both the same.” For Rafael Nadal, this phrase epitomizes his approach to the game. It reflects his mental…
The 29th Open National Tennis Championship, set to take place at the prestigious DLTA Complex in New Delhi from September 28 to October 12, 2024, promises to be a thrilling event for tennis enthusiasts and players alike. With multiple Asian Games medallist Vishnu Vardhan, top seed Prajwal Dev, and defending champion Rashmikaa S Bhamidipaty leading…
In a thrilling display of tennis prowess, N Sriram Balaji of India, partnering with Guido Andreozzi of Argentina, emerged victorious in the doubles quarterfinals of the $148,625 ATP Challenger tournament in Seville, Spain. The duo defeated the team of Alexander Donski from Bulgaria and Tiago Pereira from Portugal with a scoreline of 7-6(4), 7-6(4) in…