Roger Federer, the Swiss maestro whose elegant one-handed backhand and effortless grace redefined tennis for a generation, remains a towering figure in sports history long after his retirement. As Roland-Garros approaches each spring, fans and commentators alike revisit the legacy of a player who turned athleticism into artistry on the red clay of Paris and … Read more
Alexander Zverev returned to the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich with a clear goal: securing a record-equalling third title on the clay courts of the MTTC Iphitos. The German star achieved exactly that, defeating Ben Shelton 6-2, 6-4 in the final on April 20, 2025, to claim his 24th tour-level trophy and what he … Read more
What to Expect from Gaël Monfils’ ‘Gaël & Friends’ Farewell Party at Roland-Garros 2026 Updated April 18, 2026 | By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief French tennis star Gaël Monfils will receive a special farewell celebration during the 2026 French Open, as tournament officials announced a dedicated evening event titled “Gaël & Friends” to honor his career. … Read more
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Rafael Jodar: From Madrid Courts to Barcelona ATP 500 Clash with Arthur Fils Rafael Jodar’s rise through the tennis ranks has been swift and unexpected, earning him a spot in the Barcelona ATP 500 where he faces French teenager Arthur Fils in the opening round. The 19-year-old Spaniard’s journey from the clay courts of Madrid’s … Read more
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Rafael Jodar has joined an elite group of Spanish teenagers who have reached the Barcelona Open semi-finals, following in the footsteps of Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz. The 19-year-old Spaniard secured his place in the last four with a straight-sets victory over Cameron Norrie on Friday, extending his winning streak to eight matches. Jodar defeated … Read more
Alex Molcan vs Ben Shelton: ATP 500 Munich Semifinals Preview – April 18, 2026 On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the BMW Open in Munich will host a compelling semifinal clash between American rising star Ben Shelton and Slovakian veteran Alex Molcan. This marks the first-ever meeting between the two players on the ATP Tour, adding … Read more
Leylah Annie Fernandez fought hard but ultimately fell to top seed Elena Rybakina in a three-set Stuttgart quarterfinal on April 17, 2026. The match, played on clay at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, ended with Rybakina securing a 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 victory to advance to the semifinals. The Canadian player pushed the world No. 2 … Read more
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Mutua Madrid Open, citing injury, just one month ahead of the French Open at Roland Garros. The announcement comes as a significant blow to the Spanish tennis star’s preparations for the second Grand Slam of the season. The decision was confirmed by Alcaraz himself through his official channels, marking … Read more
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Alexander Zverev Beats Francisco Cerundolo in BMW Open Quarterfinal MUNICH, Germany — On a sunlit Friday afternoon at the BMW Open by Bitpanda, Alexander Zverev secured his place in the semifinals with a hard-fought victory over Francisco Cerundolo. The German tennis star prevailed 5-7, 6-0, 6-2 in the quarterfinal match, overcoming a slow start to … Read more
Loïs Boisson Hires Hendrik Vleeshouwers Ahead of Madrid Return French No. 1 Loïs Boisson has begun working with Dutch coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers as she prepares for her return to the WTA Tour at the Madrid Open, according to verified reports from French sports outlets L’Équipe and Le Parisien. The move comes after a six-and-a-half-month absence … Read more