The New York Times – Sports:
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine had the crowd on her side initially, but then was booed after she did not shake hands with Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus after losing to her in straight sets.
Category: French Open (Tennis)
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Before Carlos Alcaraz Was Great, He Was Good Enough to Be Lucky
The New York Times – Sports:
Success has many fathers. In Alcaraz’s case, he was born to an actual tennis-playing father, and then the local candy company swooped in to help.
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Alexander Zverev’s On- and Off-Court Drama
The New York Times – Sports:
He’s a diligent player. He has also recently worked through an abuse claim and an on-court tantrum — and a serious injury at last year’s French Open.
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Tennis Injuries Present Top Players with Serious Challenges
The New York Times – Sports:
Getting hurt is part of the game, but sometimes it can take years for top players to return to form.
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Coaching Is Now Allowed During Tennis Matches, but How Useful Is It?
The New York Times – Sports:
The practice was long banned, but a change in the rules has permitted hand signals and some talking.
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Even as He’s Out, Rafael Nadal Will Always Be a Part of the French Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Nadal’s reign in Paris — full of flexed biceps, forehand winners and underrated court craft — is one of the great achievements in any sport.
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Injured Rafael Nadal Withdraws From The French Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Nadal, the Spanish star, has battled a core muscle injury since January. He said that next season is “probably is going to be my last year in the professional tour.”
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Rafael Nadal May Miss the French Open
The New York Times – Sports:
The so-called King of Clay continues to battle the injury he suffered in January at the Australian Open, the latest in a string of ailments to have plagued the twilight of his career.
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Why Tennis Matches at the Australian Open Never Seem to End
The New York Times – Sports:
Andy Murray’s second-round match at the Australian Open didn’t end until after 4 a.m. As matches more often go into the early morning hours, some players say it is harming their physical and mental health.