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Moutet Wins First Round in Rome in Three Sets

07/05/2025 14:30 - Arthur Millot

Moutet defeated Hijikata with a score of 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 in the first round of the Rome Masters 1000. After a frustrating first set—during which he even received a warning for smashing his racket—the...

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Moutet Wins First Round in Rome in Three Sets

Mpetshi Perricard knocked out early in Rome and the 3rd time against Thompson this year

07/05/2025 14:09 - Arthur Millot

Mpetshi Perricard lost in the first round of the Rome Masters 1000 to Thompson in three sets (3-6, 6-3, 7-6). He suffered his fifth opening-round defeat and his third against the Australian after Miam...

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Mpetshi Perricard knocked out early in Rome and the 3rd time against Thompson this year

Müller Defeats Lehecka in a Thriller

07/05/2025 13:57 - Clément Gehl

Jiri Lehecka’s poor form continues. Facing Alexandre Müller this Wednesday in the first round of the Rome Masters 1000, he lost 2-6, 6-3, 7-6. The match was disrupted by rain, halting play for abou...

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Swiatek responds to criticism: "I'm annoyed by headlines talking about collapse or mental crisis"

07/05/2025 13:43 - Arthur Millot

Present in Rome for the final WTA 1000 on clay, Swiatek was questioned by journalists about the responsibility of her coaching team, including Wim Fissette and sports psychologist Daria Abramowicz, in...

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Rain disrupts the first day in Rome

07/05/2025 13:16 - Arthur Millot

For this first day of the main draw in Rome, matches were suspended due to weather conditions. Indeed, rain poured down on the Italian capital around 1 p.m. "Bad weather is preventing play from con...

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Medvedev: "When I retire, I will do so knowing I gave my best"

07/05/2025 12:17 - Clément Gehl

Daniil Medvedev is currently having a disappointing 2025 season, marked by his exit from the Top 10. Present in Rome, where he won the title in 2023, he spoke about his motivation and work ethic in...

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Vondrousova Withdraws Last Minute in Rome, Along with Cirstea

07/05/2025 10:54 - Clément Gehl

Marketa Vondrousova’s comeback will not happen in Rome after all. The Czech player, who hasn’t competed since February in Dubai, was expected to return in the Italian capital. Suffering from a shou...

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Vondrousova Withdraws Last Minute in Rome, Along with Cirstea

Gauff Wants to Visit the Vatican: "The Election of a Pope Is a Historic Event"

07/05/2025 10:49 - Clément Gehl

Ahead of the Rome tournament, Coco Gauff held a press conference where she was asked about the papal election starting this Wednesday—an event that will overshadow the Rome Masters 1000. She stated...

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Roger-Vasselin, Defending Mixed Doubles Champion at Roland-Garros, Undergoes Elbow Surgery Just Days Before Tournament

07/05/2025 10:34 - Adrien Guyot

At 41, Édouard Roger-Vasselin remains a formidable doubles player. Last year, the Frenchman—a former world No. 35 in singles—won the mixed doubles title at Roland-Garros alongside Germany’s Laura Sieg...

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Roger-Vasselin, Defending Mixed Doubles Champion at Roland-Garros, Undergoes Elbow Surgery Just Days Before Tournament

Robredo succeeds Ferrer as Barcelona tournament director

07/05/2025 09:45 - Clément Gehl

At the end of the Barcelona tournament, David Ferrer announced the end of his tenure as tournament director. Another former Spanish player, Tommy Robredo, will take over. The winner of the 2004 edi...

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Robredo succeeds Ferrer as Barcelona tournament director

Fognini's Announcement: "I'm Playing My Last Tournament in Rome"

07/05/2025 09:29 - Adrien Guyot

At 37 years old, Fabio Fognini is currently ranked 107th in the world. The unpredictable Italian player, who received a wild card for the 2025 edition of the Rome Masters 1000, will face Jacob Fearnle...

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Khachanov describes the matches in Rome: "It's like a soccer game"

07/05/2025 09:17 - Clément Gehl

Karen Khachanov is in Rome and is preparing to possibly face Lorenzo Sonego, Roman Burruchaga, for his debut match. The Russian, quoted by the media outlet Championat, described the atmosphere of the...

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Khachanov describes the matches in Rome:

Paolini Eager to Play in Rome: "It's a Tournament Where All Italians Want to Perform Well"

07/05/2025 08:57 - Adrien Guyot

Jasmine Paolini is set to make her debut in the second round of the WTA 1000 in Rome. The world No. 5 Italian will face Lulu Sun in her first match of the 2025 edition. Before that, the two-time Gr...

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Fils Satisfied with His Progress: "I'm a Much Better Player Than Last Season"

07/05/2025 08:35 - Adrien Guyot

Defeated in his opening match at the Madrid Masters 1000 by Francisco Comesaña despite a strong lead in the first set (7-6, 6-4), the world No. 14 had time to prepare for the Rome tournament. For his ...

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Musetti: "Being a father has made me mature and allowed me to become happier"

07/05/2025 08:19 - Clément Gehl

Lorenzo Musetti arrives in Rome with all eyes on him. The new Top 10 player is coming off two extremely satisfying tournaments in Monte-Carlo and Madrid and is expected to deliver similar performances...

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The vice-president of the Spanish Tennis Federation reacts to Sorribes Tormo's break: "She always worked with a smile on her face"

07/05/2025 08:11 - Adrien Guyot

On April 17, Sara Sorribes Tormo, 28 years old and ranked 109th in the world, announced an indefinite pause in her career. Two weeks after her loss to Selena Janicijevic in the first round of the Bogo...

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The vice-president of the Spanish Tennis Federation reacts to Sorribes Tormo's break:

Gasquet regrets his early media exposure: "When you're young, you want to grow up in anonymity"

07/05/2025 08:10 - Clément Gehl

Richard Gasquet has two tournaments left before retirement: the Bordeaux Challenger and Roland-Garros. The Frenchman gave an interview to *L'Équipe*, where he reflected on his early career and medi...

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Gasquet regrets his early media exposure:

Zverev Talks About His Nemesis: "I Hate Playing Against Cerundolo"

07/05/2025 07:52 - Adrien Guyot

Alexander Zverev aims to defend his title in Rome. The German world No. 2, who triumphed over Nicolas Jarry in last year's final, spoke at a press conference before opening his Roman campaign against ...

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Zverev talks about electronic officiating: "I like it. I think there was a problem with the one in Madrid"

07/05/2025 07:41 - Clément Gehl

Alexander Zverev addressed the press in Rome regarding the controversy over the electronic officiating error in Madrid during his match against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. While he criticizes this e...

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Zverev talks about electronic officiating:

Andreeva, in the top 10 at 18: "I try not to pay attention to the rankings"

07/05/2025 07:29 - Adrien Guyot

Mirra Andreeva just turned 18. The young Russian player, who won her first two WTA 1000 titles earlier this season in Dubai and then Indian Wells, is already in the top 10 and ranks 7th this week as s...

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Sabalenka: "Many players suffer from shoulder or back injuries due to the heaviness of the balls"

07/05/2025 07:29 - Clément Gehl

Aryna Sabalenka is in Rome and intends to continue her success after her impressive victory in Madrid. In a press conference before the tournament, she was asked about the balls and the picture she sh...

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Berrettini Opens Up: "In 2023, After My Ankle Fracture, I No Longer Had the Energy to Come Back"

07/05/2025 07:15 - Clément Gehl

Matteo Berrettini gave an interview to *Australian Tennis Magazine* in which he discussed the challenges he faced in 2023, a year marked by injuries and which ended for him after the US Open. He sa...

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Gauff and Andreeva Train Together Ahead of Their Debut in Rome

06/05/2025 20:33 - Adrien Guyot

In recent days, Coco Gauff and Mirra Andreeva faced off in the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 Madrid tournament. After a tightly contested first set, the American ultimately pulled ahead to win in stra...

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Gauff and Andreeva Train Together Ahead of Their Debut in Rome

Norrie, Carreño Busta and De Jong Lucky Losers in Rome

06/05/2025 20:01 - Adrien Guyot

This Tuesday, three players from the men's draw withdrew from the Masters 1000 in Rome. These players are Zizou Bergs (shoulder injury), Jan-Lennard Struff (right leg injury), and Benjamin Bonzi, who ...

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Norrie, Carreño Busta and De Jong Lucky Losers in Rome

Gauff reflects on her Madrid run: "I think having such a tough first round boosted my confidence"

06/05/2025 19:35 - Adrien Guyot

A finalist in Madrid in recent days, Coco Gauff has rediscovered some of her rhythm. After a tricky start to the season, the American needed a match to find her footing (against Dayana Yastremska, who...

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Paolini on Sinner's Return: "Jannik's Case Made Us All Reflect a Bit"

06/05/2025 19:16 - Adrien Guyot

On the occasion of the Rome Masters 1000, ATP world No. 1 Jannik Sinner is making his comeback after a three-month suspension. Cheered by Italian fans as he stepped onto the court for his training ...

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Royer, Defeated by Barrios Vera, Misses Out on Main Draw of Rome Masters 1000

06/05/2025 18:54 - Adrien Guyot

The only French player with a chance to advance through the two qualifying rounds of the Rome Masters 1000, Valentin Royer (ATP No. 117) faced off against Chile’s Tomas Barrios Vera (ATP No. 118) for ...

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Royer, Defeated by Barrios Vera, Misses Out on Main Draw of Rome Masters 1000

Moya analyzes Djokovic's rough patch: "What's happening to him right now is completely normal"

06/05/2025 18:05 - Adrien Guyot

In 2025, Novak Djokovic has been struggling to maintain consistency in his results. Currently on a three-match losing streak since his semifinal victory in Miami against Grigor Dimitrov, the Serb is s...

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Eala: "I Watched Sharapova a Lot When I Was Young"

06/05/2025 17:30 - Adrien Guyot

After her incredible run in Miami (where she was eliminated just short of the final by Jessica Pegula), Alexandra Eala has reached a new level. Following her victories in the same tournament against O...

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