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‘I liked this kid’s style’ –  Pete Sampras at his loss to Roger Federer at Wimbledon

Pete Sampras is one of the greatest players to have played the sport. He was the greatest of his time until Roger Federer arrived. American tennis player Pete Sampras played professional tennis for 14 years from 1988 to 2002. He…

“I think when you put Rafa Nadal and Roland Garros in the same sentence, Rafa is just the favorite” – Tim Henman feels that Rafael Nadal will make a huge impact at the Roland Garros next year

Tim Henman has high expectations from Rafael Nadal at the Rolland Garros as he will make his highly anticipated return next year. Rafael Nadal was out of action for the entire season of 2023 after suffering an injury at the…

“I think Alcaraz should be a multiple Grand Slam winner” – Roger Federer’s ex-coach Paul Annacone has high hopes for Carlos Alcaraz 

Paul Annacone has expressed his optimism for the young Carlos Alcaraz’s future and also credited his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero for his road to success. 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz has won two Grand Slam titles and has won 10 other ATP…

“Actually, with Rafa, maybe even I had even less success than Novak in a way” – Daniil Medvedev compares Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic ahead of the Spaniard’s comeback

Daniil Medvedev expressed that he is delighted to face Rafael Nadal on his return as he had less success against the Spaniard in the past. Daniil Medvedev has faced Nadal six times on the Tour and has managed to win…

“Mirka doesn’t get enough credit. She’s amazing” – Roger Federer’s ex-coach Paul Annacone on the impact of the Swiss’s wife on his career

Roger Federer’s ex-coach Paul Annacone feels that Mirka Federer’s contribution to the Swiss’s success is undervalued.  Roger and Mirka first met at the 2000 Sydney Olympics where they both represented Switzerland in tennis and also played doubles together. They started…

“Sometimes growing up I had nowhere to play” – Iga Swiatek opens up on her early days of tennis

In a recent interview, Iga Swiatek shed some light on the atmosphere of tennis and the financial difficulties during her early days to become the player she is today. Iga Swiatek is one of the most accomplished tennis players in…

“The main goal is to become the world No.1” – Elena Rybakina sets her goals ahead of the upcoming season

Former Wimbledon Open champion Elena Rybakina expresses her long-term goals as she gears up for the next season. Russian-born Kazakh player Rybakina has been one of the most consistent and impressive players in the last few years in the WTA…

“I really like to watch them” – Iga Swiatek praises Rafael Nadal and Naomi Osaka ahead of their comeback

The next season is around the corner and it could not be more exciting for tennis fans at their favorite players making a comeback. Among them are star players Rafael Nadal and Naomi Osaka.  Polish tennis player Iga Swiatek expressed…

“I couldn’t stop crying” – Iga Swiatek recalls her heartbreak at the news of Ashleigh Barty’s shocking retirement

World No.1 Iga Swiatek recalls that she couldn’t stop crying after hearing the news of her rival friend Ashleigh Barty’s retirement in 2022. Former Australian tennis player Ashleigh Barty succeeded in junior tennis but moved to playing professional cricket later.…

“He’s getting older” – Alex Corretja is doubtful of Novak Djokovic’s Golden Slam owing to his age

Alex Corretja feels that it will be surprising for him to see World No.1 Novak Djokovic winning a Golden Slam next year The Paris Olympics next year will give the players a chance to win a Golden Slam. Players like…