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Spain’s next big thing in tennisAs Rafael Nadal’s time at the top of tennis began to wind down, it didn’t take long for Spain to find its next superstar. Carlos Alcaraz has already made a massive impact on the ATP Tour, and he’s only 22 years old.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have completely taken over men’s tennis, claiming every major title since the 2023 US Open. Back then, it was Novak Djokovic who last broke through, beating Daniil Medvedev in what now feels like a different era of the sport.
Dominic Thiem has admitted he didn’t expect one of Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner to reach the heights they have. Thiem retired from professional tennis in 2024, without ever having faced Alcaraz or Sinner in an official match.
It has been notable how Ruben Amorim has virtually disappeared off the radar since his dismissal by Manchester United in January. Other than being spotted watching tennis great Carlos Alcaraz at the Qatar Open in February, and more recently being pictured at a Padel Expo in Lisbon last month with M
Wildcat Wrap: Arizona tennis programs to compete at Big 12 Championships
The Scot claimed seven grand slam doubles titles as well as Davis Cup glory over a lengthy career
Tennessee freshman named SEC Player of the Week.
The Batesville girls’ tennis team opened the regular season with a 4-1 against Union County. At No. 1 singles, Batesville’s Ava Walsman defeated Cassidee McCashland 6-3, 6-1. At No. 2 singles, Batesville’s Aurora Mertz lost to Kehlan Baker 3-6, 6-1, (10-7). Batesville’s Addie Fledderman posted a 6-1
Aryna Sabalenka has always played with her emotions visible for all to see. That’s part of what makes tennis so compelling.