The New York Times – Sports:
Leaders of Nordic combined, a mix of cross-country skiing and ski jumping, thought they had secured the future of the sport. But the International Olympic Committee is skeptical.
Author: Matthew Futterman
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It’s Djokovic vs. Nadal, the French Open Rematch We’ve Been Waiting For
The New York Times – Sports:
Djokovic, the world No. 1, and Nadal, the 13-time French Open champion, will continue their epic rivalry on Tuesday in the quarterfinal at Roland Garros.
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Coco Gauff Loves Clay. Really.
The New York Times – Sports:
Americans and the red clay of Roland Garros have not always gotten along so well. Coco Gauff and a few others are starting to change that.
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The Budding 19-Year-Old Star at the French Open Not Named Carlos Alcaraz
The New York Times – Sports:
Holger Rune of Denmark is making his mark in Paris. His childhood rival is hogging the spotlight. That is just fine with him — for now.
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The Budding 19-Year-Old Star at the French Open Not Named Carlos Alcaraz
The New York Times – Sports:
Holger Rune of Denmark is making his mark in Paris. His childhood rival is hogging the spotlight. That is just fine with him — for now.
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Her Tennis Coach Abused Her. Could the Sport Have Prevented It?
The New York Times – Sports:
Adrienne Jensen does not know Pam Shriver, the 22-time Grand Slam doubles champion, but both believe tennis needs to change its approach toward predatory coaches.
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As the French Open Begins, the War in Ukraine Roils the Locker Room
The New York Times – Sports:
“I feel like it’s not united,” Iga Swiatek, the top-ranked women’s player, said of a decision by the tours to punish Wimbledon for barring players from Russian and Belarus.
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Felix Auger-Aliassime Seeks Major Success at the French Open
The New York Times – Sports:
For years, tennis experts have heralded the promise of Auger-Aliassime, a young Canadian. But can he reach the top in the era of Carlos Alcaraz?
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Rafael Nadal is the French Open’s Man of Mystery
The New York Times – Sports:
He was unbeatable at the start of the year, then could hardly finish a match in the run-up to the French Open because of an injury. Which version of the 13-time champion of this tournament will show up?