Stefanos Tsitsipas withstood a tough test from 2012 U.S. Open champion Andy Murray, emerging with a 2–6, 7–6 (7), 3–6, 6–3, 6–4 victory after nearly five hours. The No. 3 seed from Greece is among the group of young challengers to top-ranked Novak Djokovic, but had to fight just to get past the opening day….
Laver Would Welcome Djokovic to Calendar Grand Slam ‘Club’
SAN DIEGO—If Novak Djokovic wins the U.S. Open two weeks from now to complete the first calendar-year Grand Slam in men’s tennis since 1969, “Rocket” Rod Laver will be there to welcome him into a remarkably exclusive group. “I’d be very happy to shake his hand if he can win the four Slams. I’d be happy for…
US Open Unfolds Amid a New Era for Players’ Mental Health
NEW YORK—Players’ mental health is in focus as the U.S. Open kicks off Monday after four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka led the charge for her fellow athletes this year. The 23-year-old withdrew from the French Open after being fined and threatened with expulsion for refusing to attend media conferences, which she said had an…
U.S. Open Unfolds Amid a New Era for Players’ Mental Health
NEW YORK—Players’ mental health is in focus as the U.S. Open kicks off Monday after four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka led the charge for her fellow athletes this year. The 23-year-old withdrew from the French Open after being fined and threatened with expulsion for refusing to attend media conferences, which she said had an…
US Open Requires COVID-19 Vaccine for Spectators Days Before Tournament
The U.S. Tennis Associated (USTA) changed its policy on COVID-19 vaccines for the 2021 U.S. Open months after tickets went on sale and previously stating unvaccinated fans are allowed to watch the two-week Grand Slam tournament in New York. Just days before the main draw is set to begin, the USTA announced in a statement they…
Nadal out of US Open, Ends Season to Heal Injured Foot
MADRID—Rafael Nadal pulled out of the U.S. Open on Friday and said he will not play tennis again this year because of a nagging foot injury. The Spaniard sat out both Wimbledon and the Olympics because of fatigue after losing to Novak Djokovic in the French Open semifinals. “I am very sorry to announce that…
Nadal Withdraws From Cincinnati Hardcourt Event With Foot Injury
Rafa Nadal’s U.S. Open preparations have suffered another setback after the Spaniard withdrew from next week’s Cincinnati hardcourt event with a nagging foot issue, organizers of the Masters 1000 tournament said on Wednesday. Nadal suffered a shock exit last week in Washington, where he kicked off his lead-up to the U.S. Open, and on Tuesday…
Nelly Korda Wins in Michigan for 2nd Victory of Year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Nelly Korda became the first two-time winner on the LPGA Tour this season, closing with a 5-under 67 on Sunday for a two-stroke victory in the Meijer LPGA Classic. The Gainbridge LPGA winner in February, Korda finished at 25-under 263 to break the tournament record at Blythefield Country Club. She shot a career-best…
Rahm Birdies Last 2 Holes to Win US Open at Torrey Pines
SAN DIEGO—Whether it was destiny or karma was of no relevance to Jon Rahm. He won the U.S. Open on Sunday at Torrey Pines, the perfect time and the perfect place to become a major champion. How it unfolded was beyond his dreams. One shot behind and running out of holes, Rahm made a sweeping,…
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