Roger Federer is focused on recovering in time to enjoy a competitive and packed 2021 tennis season – which includes next summer’s rescheduled Tokyo Olympics – as the world number four continues his return from two knee surgeries.
Tag: Tennis
Grigor Dimitrov, Borna Coric reveal they’ve contracted COVID-19 after event
The pair, who featured in the Adria Tour, revealed they have tested positive for coronavirus. They travelled to Croatia and Serbia for Novak Djokovic’s charity-themed tournament, which was criticised after evidence of no social distancing. Continue reading
USTA moving ahead with plans to start US Open on August 31, despite concerns
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) are moving ahead with their plans to play the US Open in its scheduled time frame, starting on August 31. This update comes despite fears from players over logistical and ethical issues surrounding a resumption of play, as the coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide. Continue reading
Stefanos Tsitsipas shares US Open concerns, feels tennis should return when fans are allowed
World number six Stefanos Tsitsipas has shared his US Open concerns with the final Grand Slam of the year still scheduled to go ahead in September, while also believing tennis should only return when things return to normal: he’s not a fan of staging events behind closed doors as matches would not have the same intensity. Continue reading
Taylor Fritz: I’m in the best shape ever, ambitiously eyes US Open
World number 24 Taylor Fritz has revealed he hopes to play this year’s US Open in August – if the tournament is on – while this lockdown period has allowed him to work on achieving optimal fitness levels.
Rafael Nadal believes 2020 tennis season is ‘practically lost’, preparing for 2021
World number two Rafael Nadal has echoed Stan Wawrinka’s belief that the 2020 tennis season could be over, as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. He revealed he’s more concerned about preparing for next year’s Australian Open. Continue reading
Sam Groth believes Grand Slam tennis prize money isn’t distributed evenly
The former world number 53 has given his take on plans for a COVID-19 fund that benefits lower-ranked players – suggesting that the distribution of prize money should be changed so they can profit more at bigger tournaments in future. Continue reading
Stan Wawrinka: It’s possible we won’t play any more tennis in 2020
Stan Wawrinka has admitted there is a real possibility we don’t see any tennis for the remainder of the year, due to the coronavirus outbreak. The season has been suspended since March 12 and there will be no events until July 13 at the earliest. Continue reading
Simona Halep: 2020 is going to be cancelled, voices coronavirus fears
The world number two Simona Halep has been honest in her assessment of the current situation, believing there’s a chance the whole 2020 season is called off – while voicing her fears over the virus at home in Bucharest.
Novak Djokovic could benefit from this break, says Todd Woodbridge
17-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic could benefit from this extended tennis break due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, according to 16-time GS doubles winner and current Australian pundit Todd Woodbridge.
Coronavirus: Wimbledon 2020 cancelled in response to pandemic
In response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the All England Lawn Tennis Club have been forced into making a decision: Wimbledon 2020 has been cancelled – this being the first time in tournament history since the second world war. Continue reading
Maria Sharapova’s retirement: Her lasting legacy, memories and controversy
It’s been a month since Maria Sharapova announced her retirement from tennis. With the coronavirus pandemic taking precedence, there hasn’t been much time to truly analyse the four-time Grand Slam champ departing. So without further ado…
