The New York Times – Sports:
The defending champion, Nadal has lost six of his last seven tour singles matches and is struggling with his timing, confidence and composure. But don’t count him out.
Author: Christopher Clarey
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U.S. Open Winner Carlos Alcaraz to Miss Australian Open With Injury
The New York Times – Sports:
Alcaraz, 19, the world No. 1, said he had injured his right leg during training.
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A Surprising WTA Finals Victory Mirrors the Year in Women’s Tennis
The New York Times – Sports:
Caroline Garcia, ranked just 79th in May, won the season-ending championship and will finish at No. 4 in a year that saw Serena Williams and Ashleigh Barty retire.
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WTA Chief Talks Money, China and Why Tennis Needs More Female Coaches
The New York Times – Sports:
Even without China’s “zero-Covid” policy, Steve Simon said that unresolved concerns about Peng Shuai would keep women’s tennis away from Shenzhen and a lucrative 10-year-deal to stage the Finals.
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Daria Kasatkina’s Tumultuous and Triumphant Season
The New York Times – Sports:
The tennis star has spoken out against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and come out as gay with her partner, the figure skater and fellow Russian Natalia Zabiiako. And she’s winning.
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Jessica Pegula Is Peaking Just in Time for the WTA Finals
The New York Times – Sports:
After winning her second career singles title a week ago, the American player with world-class timing on the court has found herself the world No. 3.
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Finally, Taylor Fritz Forces His Way Into the Top 10
The New York Times – Sports:
Fritz’s breakthrough in the ATP rankings is the latest sign of a resurgence for American men’s tennis, though these are not yet the good old days. Not even close.
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Federer on His Exit and Holding Nadal’s Hand: ‘It’s Maybe a Secret Thank You’
The New York Times – Sports:
In an interview, Roger Federer opens up about the emotions of his goodbye at the Laver Cup and about the future of men’s tennis. “Nobody needs to play like me, by the way,” he said.