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Zverev's classy gesture: Pizza night for ball kids after marathon day at Cincinnati

Arthur Fils Already in Cincinnati: Frenchman Moves On Quickly After Montreal Exit

13/08/2026 16:15 - Jules Hypolite

After a rain-soaked day forced ball kids to stay late, Alexander Zverev surprised them with a pizza party – a gesture the tournament won't forget.

Sam Querrey: 'Eala is the biggest star on tour, ahead of Sabalenka and everyone else'

Zverev's classy gesture: Pizza night for ball kids after marathon day at Cincinnati

13/08/2026 15:44 - Arthur Millot

After her first title and top-20 breakthrough, Alexandra Eala is sparking a frenzy. Querrey and Johnson place her above Sabalenka and Gauff, with only Serena Williams ahead if she returns.

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Sam Querrey: 'Eala is the biggest star on tour, ahead of Sabalenka and everyone else'

Djokovic Returns to Cincinnati After 3 Years: Watch His First Practice Shots

13/08/2026 15:27 - Arthur Millot

Three years after his last appearance in Cincinnati, Novak Djokovic is back on the Ohio courts. The Serb hit his first balls ahead of his US Open preparation.

Dimitrov savors Cincinnati return: 'That title was one of the best moments of my career'

Djokovic Returns to Cincinnati After 3 Years: Watch His First Practice Shots

13/08/2026 14:43 - Arthur Millot

After an encouraging Wimbledon run, Grigor Dimitrov is back in Cincinnati, savoring every opportunity to play. The 2017 champion, now a wildcard entry at world No. 137, hopes to rediscover his form an...

Draper in Tears After Montreal Loss: 'I Didn't Recognize the Player I Was'

Dimitrov savors Cincinnati return: 'That title was one of the best moments of my career'

13/08/2026 14:03 - Arthur Millot

Jack Draper broke down in tears after his Montreal opener, admitting he no longer recognized the player he was on court.

Roddick: Federer's SABR Was a 'Spectacle' – But Djokovic's Evolution Is More Subtle

Draper in Tears After Montreal Loss: 'I Didn't Recognize the Player I Was'

13/08/2026 13:52 - Arthur Millot

As Novak Djokovic adapts his game approaching 40, Andy Roddick weighs in on how his evolution compares to Roger Federer's late-career changes – and why their approaches couldn't be more different.

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Roddick: Federer's SABR Was a 'Spectacle' – But Djokovic's Evolution Is More Subtle

Nalbandian: 'I Never Rule Anything Out' for Argentina Davis Cup Role

13/08/2026 13:36 - Arthur Millot

David Nalbandian Leaves Door Open for Argentina Davis Cup Captaincy, But Says He's Not Thinking About It

Andy Roddick: Why Alex Eala's Slow Serve Is Her Secret Weapon

Nalbandian: 'I Never Rule Anything Out' for Argentina Davis Cup Role

13/08/2026 12:29 - Arthur Millot

The Filipina may not have the most powerful serve on the WTA tour, but Andy Roddick explains how her ability to attack the next ball makes it a formidable asset.

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Andy Roddick: Why Alex Eala's Slow Serve Is Her Secret Weapon

'Always a damn excuse': Zverev slammed after Montreal exit

13/08/2026 12:10 - Arthur Millot

Zverev blames balls after Montreal loss; Stubbs: 'Champions adapt' — Nadal, Djokovic, Federer never did

Tien: 'If I Serve, Something Serious Will Happen' – But He'll Play Cincinnati

'Always a damn excuse': Zverev slammed after Montreal exit

13/08/2026 11:56 - Arthur Millot

Learner Tien reveals a three-week-old left-arm injury after Montreal exit, admitting he fears serious damage on serve. He'll rest before Cincinnati but insists he's playing.

Roddick on Sinner's US Open Silence: 'Very Much His Style'

Tien: 'If I Serve, Something Serious Will Happen' – But He'll Play Cincinnati

13/08/2026 11:39 - Arthur Millot

Jannik Sinner's right knee forced him out of Cincinnati, but he hasn't confirmed his US Open plans. Andy Roddick says his silence is typical.

Rune: Zverev's Roland-Garros win 'opens up the game' – and the US tour is wide open

Roddick on Sinner's US Open Silence: 'Very Much His Style'

13/08/2026 10:37 - Clément Gehl

Zverev's Roland-Garros triumph could reshape men's tennis. Holger Rune hails a deserved victory and sees a wide-open American swing amid injuries and fresh ambitions.

Rybakina Survives 11h36 on Court, Vows to 'Give Everything' vs Swiatek in Toronto Final

Rune: Zverev's Roland-Garros win 'opens up the game' – and the US tour is wide open

13/08/2026 09:14 - Clément Gehl

After five grueling matches totaling 11h36 on court, Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff in Toronto and now faces Iga Swiatek in the final. The Kazakh star says she'll transform exhaustion into determi...

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Rybakina Survives 11h36 on Court, Vows to 'Give Everything' vs Swiatek in Toronto Final

Jacquemot and Jeanjean Crash Out in Cincinnati Qualifying

13/08/2026 08:38 - Clément Gehl

Cincinnati's rain offered no mercy to the French contingent. Elsa Jacquemot and Leolia Jeanjean both fell in qualifying, leaving Loïs Boisson and Diane Parry as the last French hopes in the main draw....

Cincinnati Qualifying: French Players Go 4-for-4, Two Matches Delayed by Rain

Jacquemot and Jeanjean Crash Out in Cincinnati Qualifying

13/08/2026 07:57 - Clément Gehl

Rain can't stop French tennis: All four French qualifiers win in Cincinnati, but two matches remain unfinished.

Ben Shelton Vows to 'Give Everything' to Defend Montreal Title After Flawless Run

Cincinnati Qualifying: French Players Go 4-for-4, Two Matches Delayed by Rain

13/08/2026 07:23 - Clément Gehl

Defending champion Ben Shelton has reached the Montreal final without dropping a set. Now he faces surprise finalist Brandon Nakashima, with the title on the line.

Nakashima Stuns Jodar to Reach First Masters 1000 Final: 'I Wasn't Thinking About the Final'

Ben Shelton Vows to 'Give Everything' to Defend Montreal Title After Flawless Run

13/08/2026 07:09 - Clément Gehl

Brandon Nakashima shocked the tennis world by eliminating in-form Rafael Jodar to book his spot in a maiden Masters 1000 final. The American reflected on his hard-fought victory and praised his friend...

Rafael Jodar's Honest Confession After Montreal Loss: 'I Didn't Play My Best Tennis'

Nakashima Stuns Jodar to Reach First Masters 1000 Final: 'I Wasn't Thinking About the Final'

13/08/2026 06:58 - Clément Gehl

Despite a subpar performance, the Spaniard leaves Canada with strong positives, praising his opponent and the atmosphere, and vowing to learn from the defeat as he prepares for Cincinnati.

Iga Swiatek Reaches Toronto Final with Comeback Win Over Svitolina: 'I'm Proud'

Rafael Jodar's Honest Confession After Montreal Loss: 'I Didn't Play My Best Tennis'

13/08/2026 06:52 - Clément Gehl

The Pole rallied in the third set to defeat Elina Svitolina, calling it 'important progress' ahead of a title match against Elena Rybakina.

Swiatek Survives Svitolina Scare to Reach Toronto Final Against Rybakina

Iga Swiatek Reaches Toronto Final with Comeback Win Over Svitolina: 'I'm Proud'

13/08/2026 06:42 - Clément Gehl

Swiatek digs deep to beat Svitolina in three sets, while Rybakina fights back from a set down to oust Gauff. The two stars clash in Thursday's WTA 1000 final.

Montreal Masters: Nakashima Upsets Jodar to Reach First Career Final vs Shelton

Swiatek Survives Svitolina Scare to Reach Toronto Final Against Rybakina

13/08/2026 06:26 - Clément Gehl

Brandon Nakashima saved six break points and defeated Rafael Jodar 7-6, 6-4 to reach his first Masters 1000 final, setting up an all-American clash with Ben Shelton.

Taylor Fritz: 'I hate giving up' – Playing through knee pain at Cincinnati

Montreal Masters: Nakashima Upsets Jodar to Reach First Career Final vs Shelton

12/08/2026 21:03 - Jules Hypolite

Bothered by a knee injury since January, the American continues to compete. Ahead of his Cincinnati opener, he explains his decision to play through pain.

Naomi Osaka Withdraws from Cincinnati to Save Energy for US Open

Taylor Fritz: 'I hate giving up' – Playing through knee pain at Cincinnati

12/08/2026 19:05 - Jules Hypolite

Naomi Osaka skips Cincinnati for the second straight year, prioritizing recovery ahead of the US Open.

Corentin Moutet Withdraws from Cincinnati: 'Living with This Pain Has Become Too Difficult'

Naomi Osaka Withdraws from Cincinnati to Save Energy for US Open

12/08/2026 18:20 - Jules Hypolite

Corentin Moutet Withdraws from Cincinnati, Citing Persistent Wrist Pain

Zverev: Djokovic can stay in top 5 for 'two or three more years'

Corentin Moutet Withdraws from Cincinnati: 'Living with This Pain Has Become Too Difficult'

12/08/2026 18:06 - Jules Hypolite

At 39, Novak Djokovic still has the game to remain a top-5 force, and Alexander Zverev says it's all about the Serb's unmatched quality.

Arthur Fery: 'I Always Had Confidence' – Now No. 36, Set for Cincinnati Return

Zverev: Djokovic can stay in top 5 for 'two or three more years'

12/08/2026 17:03 - Jules Hypolite

Arthur Fery returns to competition at Cincinnati just over a month after his shock Wimbledon semifinal. Now world No. 36, the Brit is embracing the perks of his new ATP status.

Arthur Fery: 'I Always Had Confidence' – Now No. 36, Set for Cincinnati Return

Kyrgios pulls out of US Open...🤣

Evidently he's leaving to dedicate himself to the public, virtuous fight against drugs in the sport, the way he did against Sinner and Halep.

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