US Open recap: American star stuns defending champion Alcaraz with ‘huge victory’
Only one defending champion will get the chance to keep their title hopes alive, after Carlos Alcaraz was bundled out by American hero Ben Shelton.
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US Open RECAP: Americans on fire as upset completes magic day
It was an extraordinary day for the locals, with Emma Navarro springing an upset to ensure heavy representation for the USA in the quarter-finals.
World No.1 stops match over ‘so strong’ weed smell
Aryna Sabalenka looked sheepish as she walked towards the chair umpire to complain about the strong smell coming from the crowd.
Tennis stars under scrutiny for attending pre-tournament party
The International Tennis Integrity Agency is investigating a pre-US Open promotional party that may land some of the sport’s biggest names in hot water.
US Open recap: Sabalenka slams ‘joke’ reporter as party question strikes nerve
It was a tough day for the Aussies at Flushing Meadows, while the top women’s player went to war with a journalist.
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Protest pays off as players land record $150 million purse
Several leading stars had limited media appearances in protest amid a campaign for prize funds to be increased. The campaign has won.
Top tennis stars sign up for US Open event despite boycott fears
Amid fears of a boycott and a bubbling pay dispute, some of the biggest names in tennis have signed up to play mixed doubles at the US Open.
Sabalenka vows to ‘get drunk’ after shock Osaka upset
Aryna Sabalenka has been knocked out in the fourth round by an inspired Naomi Osaka, blowing the draw wide open.
Stunned Sabalenka ‘wants to quit tennis’ after French Open meltdown
“Just want to quit tennis right now,” Sabalenka said after wasting a lead of a set and two breaks in a 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 loss to Diana Shnaider.
Spectacular primetime clash could force change to controversial stance
Roland Garros has not scheduled a women’s tennis match at night for three years, but Sabalenka vs. Osaka could more regularly reverse that decision.