MADRID, Spain – In an unprecedented move blending the worlds of football and tennis, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid C.F., will host clay court practice facilities for players competing in the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open. The initiative, announced Friday, marks a historic first for both the tournament and the iconic stadium, offering … Read more
Pontevedra, Spain – What began as a skeptical dismissal – “I thought it was a sport for old people when my brother first told me about it,” recalls Javier Otero – has blossomed into a full-blown phenomenon. Pickleball, a sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, is experiencing a remarkable surge in popularity … Read more
La Plata, Argentina – The recently concluded M15 La Plata tennis tournament wasn’t just about the competition on the court; it was also a vibrant social experience for fans, as highlighted by local travel agency Babia Viajes on Instagram. The agency, based in La Plata, shared a glimpse into the atmosphere surrounding the event, showcasing … Read more
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – In a stunning upset at the Miami Open on Sunday, American Sebastian Korda defeated top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz in a three-set thriller, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4. The victory marks a significant moment for Korda, who has battled numerous injuries throughout his career, and adds another unexpected twist to the early season on the … Read more
Korda Stuns Alcaraz at Miami Open, Prolonging Spaniard’s Hard Court Struggles MIAMI, FL – In a stunning upset at the Miami Open presented by Itaú on Sunday, Sebastian Korda defeated world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, marking a significant milestone in the American’s career and raising questions about Alcaraz’s form heading into the … Read more
Louny, Czech Republic – Former world number one Karolína Plíšková has rarely shied away from candid conversation, and a recent appearance on a podcast hosted by her husband, Michal Hrdlička, proved no different. The Czech tennis star openly discussed the role of intimacy in athletic performance, offering a refreshingly honest perspective on a topic often … Read more
Málaga, Spain – Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest tennis players in history, is expanding his business portfolio beyond the court. The recently retired Spanish icon has made a strategic investment in Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM), a leading Spanish platform specializing in the management and development of luxury superyacht marinas. This move signals Nadal’s continued … Read more
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – The Ho Chi Minh City 1 Tennis Club secured its first-ever championship title at the 2026 National Tennis Clubs Tournament, defeating the Army Club in the mixed team event on Wednesday, March 19th. The victory, achieved at the Infinity Academy in Ho Chi Minh City, marks a significant milestone … Read more
MIAMI – For Marcelo Ríos to be kind to you, you had to appeal to him. There was no other way, says one of his greatest rivals. Russian tennis legend Yevgeny Kafelnikov belonged to that limited circle: “We joked a lot.” “If he liked the person, he was never arrogant and always wanted to chat, … Read more
The Miami Open begins this Tuesday, March 17th, with a significant absence: six-time champion Novak Djokovic. The Serbian has withdrawn due to a shoulder injury, opening the door for Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner to continue their burgeoning rivalry as both chase the elusive ‘Sunshine Double’ – winning both Indian Wells and Miami in the … Read more