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When I hear about 'projects' with very young kids it drives me crazy," says Pouille

16/05/2025 07:54 - Clément Gehl

Lucas Pouille had the opportunity to write the preface for the new book by journalist Quentin Moynet, 'The Hidden Side of Tennis'. In it, he shares his perspective on professional tennis and how he ex...

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When I hear about 'projects' with very young kids it drives me crazy,

"After two games, they are so heavy," complains Gauff about the balls in Rome

16/05/2025 07:33 - Clément Gehl

Coco Gauff qualified for the final in Rome after playing the longest match of her career against Qinwen Zheng. In the post-match press conference, the American spoke about the difficulty of playing wi...

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I had a lot of doubts about how my performances would be," Sinner admits

16/05/2025 07:16 - Clément Gehl

Jannik Sinner spoke at a press conference after his impressive victory over Casper Ruud. When asked how he handles the pressure of recent events—his return to competition, meeting the Pope, and seeing...

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I had a lot of doubts about how my performances would be,

After a 3-hour and 32-minute battle, Gauff defeats Zheng and advances to the final in Rome

15/05/2025 23:34 - Jules Hypolite

In an unpredictable match that ended past midnight, Coco Gauff prevailed over Qinwen Zheng in the semifinals of the WTA 1000 in Rome (7-6, 4-6, 7-6). The two players had not faced each other since ...

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After a 3-hour and 32-minute battle, Gauff defeats Zheng and advances to the final in Rome

By winning his 25th consecutive match, Sinner joins a prestigious list in the 21st century

15/05/2025 22:21 - Jules Hypolite

Unstoppable against Casper Ruud on Thursday (6-0, 6-1), Jannik Sinner secured his place in the Rome semifinals for the first time in his career. The world No. 1, who made his return to competition ...

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By winning his 25th consecutive match, Sinner joins a prestigious list in the 21st century

I’ve never seen an opponent play so close to perfection," says Ruud after his crushing defeat against Sinner

15/05/2025 21:36 - Jules Hypolite

In just one hour of play, Casper Ruud was swept aside 6-0, 6-1 by Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals of the Rome Masters 1000. The world No. 7, who recently won the title in Madrid, never had a cha...

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I’ve never seen an opponent play so close to perfection,

A year or two ago, it would have seemed impossible for me to be in the final here," admits Paolini, who qualified for the Rome final

15/05/2025 20:53 - Jules Hypolite

Jasmine Paolini secured her spot in the WTA 1000 Rome final this Thursday by defeating Peyton Stearns (7-5, 6-1). The Italian, who broke through on the tour last year by reaching the finals of Rola...

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A year or two ago, it would have seemed impossible for me to be in the final here,

Sinner Ruthless Against Ruud to Reach Rome Semifinals

15/05/2025 19:30 - Jules Hypolite

Nothing could stop Jannik Sinner today. The world No. 1, playing his fourth match since returning to competition, made quick work of Casper Ruud, defeating him 6-0, 6-1 in just 63 minutes. After vi...

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Sinner Ruthless Against Ruud to Reach Rome Semifinals

Ruud will be easier to beat than Cerundolo," says Panatta about Sinner's next match

15/05/2025 18:48 - Arthur Millot

After defeating Cerundolo in straight sets (7-6, 6-3), Sinner has been reassuring since his return from suspension. Facing Ruud for a spot in the semifinals, the Italian will attempt to secure his 29t...

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Ruud will be easier to beat than Cerundolo,

It's not enough to just show up at a Grand Slam for everything to magically fall into place," says Mouratoglou about Djokovic

15/05/2025 18:46 - Arthur Millot

Struggling in his recent outings, Djokovic has many fans worried as Roland-Garros approaches. Withdrawing from Rome, Djokovic has decided to compete in the Geneva tournament the week before the Parisi...

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It's not enough to just show up at a Grand Slam for everything to magically fall into place,

Video - Sinner's Sublime Touch Against Ruud

15/05/2025 18:46 - Jules Hypolite

Jannik Sinner started his quarterfinal in Rome against Casper Ruud in top form, winning the first set 6-0 after just twenty minutes of play and losing only six points. In the rally, the world No. 1...

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Video - Sinner's Sublime Touch Against Ruud

Paul's Misadventure, Qualified for the Semifinals in Rome: "They Seized My Pickup Because I Missed a Few Payments"

15/05/2025 18:32 - Jules Hypolite

Tommy Paul has reached the semifinals of the Rome Masters 1000 for the second year in a row. He achieved this by defeating Hubert Hurkacz in straight sets, 7-6, 6-3. During the press conference, th...

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Paul's Misadventure, Qualified for the Semifinals in Rome:

Murray Celebrates His Birthday Today: A Look Back at the Legendary Career of the Brit

15/05/2025 17:50 - Arthur Millot

A key member of the Big Four, Murray managed to carve out his place in an era overwhelmingly dominated by Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic. Retiring in 2024 after years of battling a hip injury, the Brit ...

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Murray Celebrates His Birthday Today: A Look Back at the Legendary Career of the Brit

Rune on Alcaraz: "I was more serious than him as a junior"

15/05/2025 17:13 - Arthur Millot

Born in 2003, Alcaraz and Rune belong to the same generation. Rivals since their junior days, the two players have known each other for a long time and have since faced off four times on the main tour...

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Paolini Advances to Rome Final for the First Time

15/05/2025 16:32 - Arthur Millot

Paolini defeated Stearns in the semifinals of the WTA 1000 in Rome (7-5, 6-1). Trailing 1-4 and then 3-5, Paolini managed to turn the tide and clinch the first set against the American. The two pla...

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Paolini Advances to Rome Final for the First Time

The WTA Makes a Shocking Announcement Regarding Its Chairman Steve Simon

15/05/2025 15:40 - Arthur Millot

After ten years as chairman of the WTA, American Steve Simon announced to the league’s board of directors his decision to retire at the end of the season. Initially a member of the board, the 70-year-...

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The WTA Makes a Shocking Announcement Regarding Its Chairman Steve Simon

Tommy Paul Defeats Hurkacz in Rome Quarterfinals and Joins Sampras in History

15/05/2025 14:30 - Arthur Millot

Facing Hurkacz on the center court, Tommy Paul won the duel against the Pole (7-6, 6-3) in nearly two hours of play. Advancing to the semifinals, the American continues his strong run after a solid vi...

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Tommy Paul Defeats Hurkacz in Rome Quarterfinals and Joins Sampras in History

Video - Swiatek, already present at Roland-Garros, prepares to defend her title

15/05/2025 14:08 - Clément Gehl

Eliminated in the third round in Rome, Iga Swiatek took the opportunity to arrive at Roland-Garros earlier than expected. This Thursday, the Polish player was seen training on the Philippe-Chatrier c...

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Video - Swiatek, already present at Roland-Garros, prepares to defend her title

Kyrgios Returns to Roland-Garros… in Doubles

15/05/2025 13:09 - Clément Gehl

While a statement from Nick Kyrgios claiming he was training for Roland-Garros had sparked chatter, it turned out he would not be participating in singles. However, this Wednesday, the list of part...

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Kyrgios Returns to Roland-Garros… in Doubles

31st Consecutive Challenger Win for Griekspoor, Defeats Harris in Bordeaux

15/05/2025 13:08 - Adrien Guyot

Tallon Griekspoor, ranked 35th in the world, is in Bordeaux this weekend to compete in the Challenger tournament held in Gironde. Seeded third, the Dutchman received a first-round bye and faced Billy ...

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31st Consecutive Challenger Win for Griekspoor, Defeats Harris in Bordeaux

Serious players don't play these tournaments," Courier criticizes Geneva and Hamburg participants

15/05/2025 12:02 - Clément Gehl

This year, many Top 20 players will compete in the Geneva and Hamburg tournaments, which precede Roland-Garros. While acknowledging that Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have mitigating circumstanc...

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Serious players don't play these tournaments,

Video - "Shut the f*** up," Sabalenka's response to a spectator who heckled her

15/05/2025 10:59 - Clément Gehl

Aryna Sabalenka was defeated in the quarterfinals of Rome by Qinwen Zheng with a score of 6-4, 6-3. During the match, the Belarusian was heckled by a spectator who told her, "Come on Aryna, play tenni...

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Pliskova, Absent Since US Open, Undergoes Another Ankle Surgery

15/05/2025 10:23 - Adrien Guyot

Former world number one Karolina Pliskova has not played a single match this season. Absent since her withdrawal after just three points in the second round of the US Open against Jasmine Paolini, the...

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Pliskova, Absent Since US Open, Undergoes Another Ankle Surgery

Dimitrov Joins the Wave of Withdrawals for Geneva Tournament

15/05/2025 10:06 - Adrien Guyot

The ATP 250 tournament in Geneva will welcome Novak Djokovic, but the number of withdrawals for the Swiss event, which begins next week, continues to grow each day. The latest player to pull out is Gr...

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Dimitrov Joins the Wave of Withdrawals for Geneva Tournament

"This is a very important period of the season for me": Ruud shows his ambitions on clay

15/05/2025 09:51 - Adrien Guyot

Casper Ruud qualified for the quarterfinals of the Rome Masters 1000. In a match postponed to Wednesday, the Norwegian, who recently won the Madrid tournament, ultimately dominated Jaume Munar (6-3, 6...

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"I had too much respect for her," Zheng reveals the keys to her victory against Sabalenka

15/05/2025 09:30 - Clément Gehl

Qinwen Zheng defeated Aryna Sabalenka for the first time in her career after six unsuccessful attempts. In the post-match press conference, the Chinese player explained that it was primarily a mental ...

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Roddick on Djokovic: "Even our friends could coach him"

15/05/2025 09:17 - Clément Gehl

Andy Roddick reacted to Monday’s announcement ending the collaboration between Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic. For him, it’s no surprise, and the Serb’s future is primarily tied to his motivation. ...

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Stearns Achieves a First in Open Era WTA History at Rome Tournament

15/05/2025 09:16 - Adrien Guyot

Ranked 42nd in the world before the tournament began, Peyton Stearns is set to make her debut in the top 30 following the ongoing WTA 1000 event in Rome. The American, who has qualified for the semifi...

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Stearns Achieves a First in Open Era WTA History at Rome Tournament

I'm going to push the fans to do their job," warns Musetti before facing Alcaraz

15/05/2025 08:59 - Clément Gehl

Lorenzo Musetti advanced to the semifinals of the Masters 1000 at the expense of Alexander Zverev. He will face Carlos Alcaraz, a chance to avenge his lost final in Monte-Carlo, where the Italian was ...

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I'm going to push the fans to do their job,