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.
Category: Tennis
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WTA Lifts Suspension on Tournaments in China
The New York Times – Sports:
The tour had paused events there after concerns about the Chinese star Peng Shuai went unresolved, but Steve Simon, its chief executive, said a different approach was needed.
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Once the Prince of Tennis and a Prison Inmate, Boris Becker Starts Again
The New York Times – Sports:
Becker, who is featured in a new documentary, is beginning a third act after serving eight months in prison. “I’m sort of in late summer, fall of my life,” he said.
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After Indian Wells and Miami, Intrigue Awaits at the Top of Tennis
The New York Times – Sports:
Daniil Medvedev, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Elena Rybakina had a rousing month in the United States. With Europe, red clay and the return of the biggest stars on the horizon, this could get very interesting.
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Wimbledon Drops Ban on Players From Russia and Belarus
The New York Times – Sports:
The All England Club’s decision is a reversal of a policy that drew criticism last year. It will open the door for several top players to compete as neutrals.
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Practical but Not Pretty. That’s Pro Tennis at Miami’s N.F.L. Stadium.
The New York Times – Sports:
Five years ago, the Miami Open had to abandon Crandon Park on Key Biscayne for Hard Rock Stadium and its parking lot. It remains a work in progress.
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Carlos Alcaraz Takes World No. 1 Ranking Into The Miami Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Alcaraz, who won the men’s singles title at Indian Wells, reclaims the world No. 1 ranking from Novak Djokovic. But can he keep it?
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Pam Shriver’s Fight to End Sex Abuse in Women’s Tennis
The New York Times – Sports:
The 21-time Grand Slam doubles champion is doing four-way duty as a television commentator, a coach, an ally to sexual abuse survivors and an agitator for changing the game’s culture.
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The Carlos Alcaraz Show Returns to Raves
The New York Times – Sports:
The 2022 U.S. Open champion, Alcaraz battled injuries in fall and winter. At Indian Wells, he is nearly at full power, dominating opponents and dazzling fans.