Archives Monthly: April, 2026

Dr. Cotorro: "Alcaraz is less prone to injuries than Sinner; their danger lies in expectations."

Dr. Angel Ruiz Cotorro gave an interesting interview to ABC in which he analyzed current tennis from an athletic and injury-prone perspective, focusing on Sinner and Alcaraz. Angel Ruiz Cotorro is a doctor known in the tennis world especially for...

Sicily Padel Event: A star-studded parade in Grammichele for Mara Santangelo's tournament

On May 1st and 2nd, the Ben&Fit center's courts will host an unmissable event. Participants include former soccer champions, TV personalities, and Olympic medalists. Free admission for the public. The great padel world arrives in Sicily with a two-day event dedicated to sport, fun, and entertainment. Thursday...

Cobolli and the importance of his girlfriend Matilde: "I dream of spending more time with her and seeing her happy."

Flavio Cobolli gave an interview to the ATP in which he reflected on the importance of his partner Matilde Galli in his life. Being a professional tennis player means enjoying numerous privileges, but it also means making significant sacrifices. Flavio Cobolli knows this well, and he spoke very openly to the ATP...

Shelton is emotional over the loss of his grandmother: "Without her, I wouldn't play tennis."

With an emotional message, Ben Shelton announced the passing of his grandmother, who played a fundamental role in his tennis growth. Tennis is just a game, and Ben Shelton has just taught us that, and with emotional words he wanted to publicly announce the loss that...

Jack Draper is unhappy, having also withdrawn from Roland Garros: "It's heartbreaking to miss another Grand Slam."

Jack Draper's physical crisis continues. The Briton is also bowing out of Roland Garros and risks slipping out of the top 100. Jack Draper's injury streak continues. After being forced to retire early from the 2025 season due to an arm injury, the tennis player...

Sinner sets a new record, surpasses Alcaraz and in sight are Nadal, Federer and Djokovic

With his victory over Rafael Jodar, Jannik Sinner has secured a score of at least 13750 points, propelling him to fourth place in this special ranking. Judging by the numbers, Jannik Sinner has been dominating the circuit for the past two months. After his defeat in...

ATP Madrid: Jannik Sinner praises Rafael Jodar: "He's an incredible talent, he needs to keep the pressure off."

Jannik Sinner's press conference after his quarterfinal victory over Rafael Jodar at the Madrid Masters 1000: "I think Jodar is an incredible talent. He's solid and has shown great skill. My advice to him is to keep the pressure on as much as possible...

Sonego stopped by Bellucci (and the church bells) in Cagliari

At the Cagliari Challenger 175, Mattia Bellucci defeated Lorenzo Sonego in a match that also involved an unexpected turn of events. The Sardegna Open is providing a thrilling experience for the numerous spectators who are crowding the stands at the Cagliari Tennis Club. Yesterday, the spectacle...

Sinner freezes Madrid and scores 26: "Jodar is an extraordinary player."

Jannik Sinner beats Rafael Jodar and reaches the semifinals of the Madrid Masters 1000, offering a very convincing performance against an opponent who presented him with more than a few difficulties... It was the most anticipated match of the week, and in the end, Jannik Sinner managed to overcome this new obstacle too....

WTA Madrid: From Lucky Loser to the semifinals, Potapova makes history thanks to… Griekspoor!

With her victory over Karolina Pliskova in Madrid, Anastasia Potapova became the first lucky loser ever to reach a WTA 1000 semifinal. April 29, 2026, is a date Anastasia Potapova will hardly forget, because it is the date on which she became the first lucky loser in history...

Alcaraz, is Wimbledon also at risk? Lopez and Corretja share their thoughts on the injury.

Feliciano Lopez and Alex Corretja discussed Carlos Alcaraz's wrist injury. The former players urged patience and questioned his Wimbledon appearance. Carlos Alcaraz's injury has shaken the tour, and despite the vigorous rise of worthy contenders like Fils, Cobolli, and...

Mouratoglou on Jodar: “He reminds me of Sinner, the enthusiasm about him is normal”

Patrick Mouratoglou commented on Rafael Jodar's current momentum, noting similarities with Jannik Sinner's game. Rafael Jodar is the player of the moment. The 2006-born Spaniard is on everyone's lips after his many victories on clay this season. Not...

Sabalenka analyzes her Madrid defeat: "I was too hasty on the six match points. Baptiste was courageous."

The world number one has no excuses after her shocking elimination at the Caja Mágica, which ended a 15-match winning streak. Here's her message on social media after the defeat. An unexpected defeat, coming after missing six match points, confirms an unprecedented catastrophe...

Flavio Cobolli's First Time: A Magical Night in Madrid

Cobolli defeated Daniil Medvedev in Madrid, reaching his first career Masters 1000 quarterfinal. Flavio Cobolli has done it; after his wins at Wimbledon 2025, the Florentine tennis player has finally reached his first career Masters 1000 quarterfinal. It wasn't an easy feat to beat...

Berrettini ignites Cagliari: hard-fought victory at the Sardegna Open. Today is the day of the Azzurri derby.

The Roman defeated American Kypson in a third-set tiebreaker after nearly three hours of battle: "Without this crowd, I would have lost." Potenza and Arnaboldi advance from qualifying. High anticipation for the Sonego-Bellucci and Arnaldi-Arnaboldi matches. Fatigue, suffering, and a roar of relief at the twelfth point of the decisive tiebreaker. Matteo Berrettini...

Updates from the Foro Italico: the latest on the men's entry list

Following the already-announced absence of Alcaraz and the doubts surrounding Djokovic, the ATP announces the withdrawals of Fritz, Spizzirri, and Majchrzak. Medjedovic, Svajda, and Bautista Agut enter the main draw. The entry list for the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia continues to take shape. After registering the absence of Carlos Alcaraz and raising serious doubts about...

Tennis on TV today: Jodar takes on Jannik Sinner, Darderi doubles.

The curtain rises on the men's singles quarterfinals in Madrid. Jannik Sinner will face Jodar, and Luciano Darderi will be competing in the doubles. TV Schedule: At the Mutua Madrid Open, it's time to get serious. As happened yesterday in the women's draw, today the men's draw opens...

From solo tournaments to Sabalenka's feat: Hailey Baptiste's fairytale

Until a year ago, she was traveling alone and struggling to crack the Top 80. Today, the American is in the semifinals at the Caja Magica, showing off her new best ranking (virtual No. 24). Who is the new star of American tennis, between her deep bond with the Tiafoe brothers, her courage...

Djokovic-Murray, twenty years later: a rivalry that has shaped tennis began in Madrid.

Madrid, October 19, 2006. Sometimes stories begin quietly, without anyone really noticing. That day, at the indoor tournament in the Spanish capital, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray faced each other for the first time on the major circuit. At the time, they were two promising nineteen-year-olds, separated by just...

Ruud joins Madrid, but can we welcome back Tsitsipas? The Greek jokes on social media.

Casper Ruud defeated Tsitsipas in three tie-breaks, the defending Norwegian champion is in the quarterfinals in Madrid. But what a performance from the Greek! Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas elevated clay-court tennis today, providing an epic battle for those lucky enough to witness it. The winners...

Virus alert at the Madrid Open: withdrawals and illnesses, shrimp tacos in the spotlight

The Mutua Madrid Open is experiencing days of intense off-court concern. After a long series of withdrawals and illnesses affecting several top players on the ATP and WTA circuits, a suspected intestinal virus outbreak has erupted at the Caja Mágica, with a possible cause already identified: the...

Sinner and the "controversy" over game times, he'll finally play at 16:00 PM. Could this be a first with Jodar?

After his match with Cameron Norrie, Jannik Sinner commented on the scheduling of matches at the Mutua Madrid Open, and then on Rafa Jodar. Fresh from his 25th consecutive victory at 1000 level, Jannik Sinner also indulged in a "controversial" note about the scheduling of matches at the Mutua Madrid...

ATP Madrid: Lorenzo Musetti out against Jiri Lehecka, now focus on the internationals

At the Mutua Open in Madrid, Lorenzo Musetti fell to Jiri Lehecka in straight sets: he continues his preparations for the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.

ATP Madrid: Sinner struggles to close out Norrie, but reaches Mutua Open quarterfinals

Jannik Sinner advances to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Mutua Open: excellent first set, but struggles to close out the match against Cameron Norrie. Another positive result for our Jannik Sinner, who advances to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Mutua Open. The world number one defeated Britain's Cameron Norrie...

Tsitsipas penalized and Cirstea furious: but hadn't coaching become legal? Let's clarify the rules.

Starting January 1, 2025, coaching input is permitted at all tournaments, yet controversy erupted at the Mutua Madrid Open. Between the Greek's penalty point and the complaints about Coco Gauff's boxing, here's what the rules (really) say: "As far as I know, coaching...

Coachella Forum

The eighty-third edition of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia kicks off today, and it promises to be a blast. New facilities, more courts, more spectators, a guest list that would make any charity gala envious. The little yellow ball, the one on which everything theoretically depends, watches intently. Is it still the star? You...

Sardinia Open: Cagliari awaits the debuts of Matteo Berrettini and Hubert Hurkacz

The Cagliari Challenger 175 gets underway with the first main draw matches: a fiery Tuesday with Matteo Berrettini and Hubert Hurkacz. At the Sardegna Open, everything is ready for the most anticipated names to enter the fray. With the opening day of qualifying now underway, the ATP Challenger 175 tournament...

Internazionali BNL d'Italia, pre-qualification draw: Ribecai, Romano, and Bondioli start

The men's and women's draws for the Internazionali BNL d'Italia have been drawn. The men's and women's pre-qualification draws for the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia have been finalized. Leading the men's seeding is Michele Ribecai, fresh from reaching the final of the Barletta Challenger a few weeks ago. He'll be followed by Federico Bondioli, Gabriele...

Cobolli dominates Vallejo with spectacular shots and sets up a match against Medvedev [VIDEO]

The Roman tennis player wins 6-3, 6-2, and reaches the round of 16 of the Spanish Masters 1000. The video features highlights from a one-sided match. Now the anticipation is high for the match against the Russian. Click play on the video to enjoy the spectacle: forehands down the line,...

Tennis on TV today: Jannik Sinner opens Manolo Santana, Musetti and Cobolli seek quarterfinals

Round of 16 action in the men's draw in Madrid features Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Musetti. The women's draw features the first quarterfinals, featuring Aryna Sabalenka and Mirra Andreeva. Tennis TV Schedule: The Madrid Masters 1000 gets underway with...

A Champion's Awakening: Pliskova Sets Historic Record in Madrid

Having sunk to world number 197 and nearly forgotten, the former tennis number one has rediscovered her magic at the Caja Magica. From injuries to a grand slam comeback, dreaming of a clash between "ice queens," but remembering that sensational outburst in Rome... Let's face it, we almost forgot about it...

Fonseca-Jodar, Madrid 2026: The Broken Racket and the Next-Gen Trap

Defeated in the third round of the Madrid Masters 1000 by an impressive Rafael Jodar, the nineteen-year-old Brazilian broke serve early in the third set. It's not "character": he's a next-gen player entering the Tour already aware of the mental trap, but without the infrastructure to defuse it.

ATP Madrid: Darderi has a bad day, Cerundolo takes the round of 16

Francisco Cerundolo eliminated Luciano Darderi from the ATP 1000 in Madrid, a resounding 6-2, 6-3 victory sending the Argentine into the round of 16. Luciano Darderi wasn't at his best today in Madrid against Francisco Cerundolo, an opponent he'd faced five times in his career. Before today's match, the score was 3-2 in favor of...

Davidovich plays the "ball player", but it doesn't work with Ruud [VIDEO]

Alejandro Davidovich-Fokina tried everything to beat Casper Ruud, but not even the moon balls helped him. Spaniard Alejandro Davidovich-Fokina fell to reigning Madrid champion Casper Ruud in two sets. A 6-3, 6-1 record was unanswered, with a truly disastrous second set for the Spaniard.

ATP Madrid: Bolelli and Vavassori defeated in straight sets in their debut

Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori were defeated in the first round of the ATP 1000 in Madrid by the Argentine-French pair Andreozzi/Guinard. Andrea Vavassori and Simone Bolelli had an extremely disappointing debut in Madrid, losing in the first round, as they did in 2025. A fine victory for Argentine Guido Andreozzi and Frenchman Manuel...

ATP investigates Jeremy Chardy after furious argument with umpire in Madrid

Ugo Humbert's coach lost his temper after the controversial end of his match against Atmane. Intervention by officials averted further damage, but the Frenchman now risks a suspension. According to the newspaper L'Equipe, the ATP has opened an official investigation into Jeremy Chardy, former player and current coach...

Moller loses the set and...his racket against Sinner [VIDEO]

A funny moment during the third-round match between Sinner and Moller in Madrid, in which the Norwegian ended the set by losing his serve. The match between Jannik Sinner and Elmer Moller in the third round of the Madrid Masters 1000 will probably not be remembered in the textbooks of...

Is Hawk-Eye reliable on Earth or not? The Rybakina case and more...

During the Madrid Masters 1000, in the match between Rybakina and Zheng, there was a new episode of controversy regarding Hawkeye and its functioning on clay. A curious, but not unique, incident occurred during the match between Elena Rybakina and Qinwen Zheng....

Sinner victim of a journalist's prank: the hilarious reaction

At the end of his third-round victory over Elmer Moller, a journalist played a prank on Sinner, making him believe he had confused a dating app with a language learning app. Jannik Sinner won without much difficulty against Elmer Moller, a Norwegian born in 2003, who...

Sardinia Open with Davis Cup champions Berrettini, Sonego, and Arnaldi in the main draw full of top-100 players

The main draw for the highly anticipated ATP Challenger 175 has been drawn on the clay courts of the Cagliari Tennis Club. An Italian derby between Sonego and Bellucci kicks off immediately, while Berrettini and the exceptional wildcard Hurkacz warm up. Qualifying begins today. The paths of Monte Urpinu are already packed with...

Tennis on TV today: Darderi and Cobolli dream of reaching the round of 16 in Madrid, debuts for Bolelli and Vavassori

The spotlight is on the two Italian singles players and the debut of our top doubles player. The complete guide includes all the times and TV schedules on Sky Sport and SuperTennis. The third-round draw is about to close, and Italy is pulling out all the stops to secure qualification for the round of 16...

ATP Madrid, Medvedev stings AI: "In tennis, it's still people that matter."

Daniil Medvedev's victory over Fábián Marozsán at the Mutua Madrid Open brought peace of mind to his former team, but the topic that attracted the most attention after the match wasn't the result. In a press conference, the Russian expressed a very clear position on the use of artificial intelligence in tennis, offering a...

Challenger Daily: An extraordinary Andrea Guerrieri wins his first title.

A week to remember for the Italian, who won his first Challenger title starting from qualifying. In the heart of Italy, on the clay courts of the capital, a fairytale story unfolds. At the Tennis Club Garden in Rome, Andrea Guerrieri completed a simply perfect week: starting from qualifying, the left-handed Emilian...

ATP Madrid: Jannik Sinner tames Moller and advances to the round of 16

The world number one dominates Moller and extends his Masters 1000 winning streak to 24: Norrie or Tirante await in the round of 16. Jannik Sinner secures his spot in the round of 16 of the Madrid Masters 1000. The world number one defeats qualifier Elmer... in straight sets.

WTA Madrid, Errani and Paolini miss out on doubles after struggling to reach the round of 16

Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini's run in the Mutua Madrid Open doubles draw ended in the round of 16. The Italians, the tournament's top seeds, were defeated by the pair of Laura Siegemund and Vera Zvonareva by a score of 4-6, 6-4, 10-6, at the end of a match that lasted about two hours and was marked...

ATP Madrid: Lorenzo Musetti battles back, defeats Griekspoor, and advances to the round of 16

A solid performance from the Italian, decisive at key moments: now the challenge against Lehecka for a spot in the quarterfinals. Lorenzo Musetti reached the round of 16 of the Madrid Masters 1000 by defeating Tallon Griekspoor 6-4, 7-5 after a solid and clear performance at key moments. Good luck...

ATP Madrid, Flavio Cobolli and his relationship with his father Stefano: "We're like Cholo Simeone and his son Giuliano!"

Flavio Cobolli's press conference after his victory over Ugo Carabelli in his debut at the Madrid Masters 1000: "I'm very happy to have another chance to play here in Madrid. I love playing in these conditions, which are very similar to those in Monaco. With the game I'm playing, I think I...

Tennis on TV today: lunch with Musetti and a snack with Sinner, with Errani and Paolini also on the court.

It's a great Sunday of tennis in Madrid: Lorenzo Musetti and Jannik Sinner will compete in the men's singles, Darderi will partner with Tsitsipas in the doubles, and Errani and Paolini will also take to the court. Tennis TV Schedule. The third round of the men's draw gets underway with...

ATP Madrid: Flavio Cobolli overtakes Ugo Carabelli and reaches the third round

Cobolli overtakes Ugo Carabelli and reaches the third round in Madrid. A great display of character by Flavio Cobolli, who overcame Argentine Camilo Ugo Carabelli to secure a spot in the third round of the Madrid Masters 1000. The Roman prevailed 6-7, 6-1, 6-4, after just...

WTA Madrid: Jasmine Paolini's slump continues, Baptiste advances in straight sets

Paolini suffers a tough time in Madrid: Baptiste wins in straight sets and advances to the round of 16. Jasmine Paolini's difficult period continues, as she falls in the third round of the WTA 1000 in Madrid, losing in straight sets to American Hailey Baptiste, who won 7-5, 6-3. A solid performance...

ATP Madrid, Luciano Darderi rediscovers victory and confidence: "I had lost my mind a bit, but I'm proud I stayed focused."

Luciano Darderi's press conference after his clear straight-set victory over Juan Manuel Cerundolo in his debut match in Madrid: "Yes, it was a hard-fought match. The last time I lost was a few months ago in Rio. So it wasn't easy mentally. I didn't expect such an easy score,...

ATP Madrid: Luciano Darderi dominates Juan Manuel Cerundolo and will challenge Francisco

The Italian makes his first third-round appearance in Madrid: now Francisco Cerundolo awaits him. Luciano Darderi dominated Juan Manuel Cerundolo with a resounding 6-1, 6-3 victory, earning his first career third-round appearance at the Madrid Masters. This was a significant victory for the Italian, who...

Venus Williams dances to Michael Jackson: the viral post for the film's release [VIDEO]

The tennis player shared a fun dance routine with Andrea Preti to the tune of "Billie Jean" on Instagram. It's a tribute to their wedding and a way to celebrate the release of the biopic about the King of Pop. In a video just posted to Instagram, Venus Williams lets loose with...

ATP Madrid, Arthur Fils and the amusing behind-the-scenes story with the box: "They told me I had to shut the f*** up."

After his hard-fought debut victory against Ignacio Buse in the Madrid Masters 1000, Arthur Fils shared a funny behind-the-scenes story that took place with his box during the match. Fresh from his title win in Barcelona, ​​Arthur Fils's debut at the Madrid Masters 1000 proved anything but easy. The...

Jannik Sinner awaits Carlos Alcaraz: "Tennis needs him, I hope to see him again at Wimbledon."

Jannik Sinner's press conference after his victory over Benjamin Bonzi in his debut match at the Madrid Masters 1000, in which he discussed Carlos Alcaraz's withdrawal from Rome and Roland Garros. "The most important thing is for him to return as soon as possible. Obviously, with this news, some things...

Sinner in the stands to study Jodar: the new Spanish talent conquers Madrid

Without Alcaraz, Spain is enjoying their new talent, capable of beating De Minaur. The Italian player in the stands and the press conference behind the scenes: "Jannik in the stands? I didn't notice." With Carlos Alcaraz sidelined due to recent wrist problems, the crowd...

Tennis on TV today: April 25th with Paolini, Cobolli, and Darderi in Madrid

Italy once again takes center stage at the Mutua Madrid Open, with Jasmine Paolini, Flavio Cobolli, and Luciano Darderi. Tennis TV Schedule: On this Saturday, April 25th, which marks the anniversary of Italy's liberation, between picnics and barbecues, don't forget to turn on the TV. At...

Challenger Daily: Guerrieri and Vasamì light up Rome

Rome, Gwangju, and Savannah: rising young players and heated semifinals on the Challenger circuit, with Guerrieri and Vasamì starring. In Italy, under the Italian capital's skies, the Challenger at the Tennis Club Garden in Rome heats up and puts on a spectacular show. The stars of the day are Jacopo Vasamì and Andrea Guerrieri, capable of igniting...

WTA Madrid: Errani and Paolini secure second-round berth against Kichenok and Ninomiya at the Mutua Open

Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini struggled, but overcame the first hurdle at the Madrid Open: Kichenok and Ninomiya put in an excellent performance. At the WTA Masters 1000 in Madrid, Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini struggled, but achieved their goal and overcame the first hurdle. The match was a tough one, with the Italians forced...

ATP Madrid: Sinner tames Bonzi in third, 23 consecutive victories in the Masters 1000

Jannik Sinner defeated Benjamin Bonzi only in the third set, his third round in Madrid and his 23rd consecutive win at 1000 level. World number one Jannik Sinner didn't have an easy afternoon today in Madrid, where he was held to a third set by Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi. Entering the very small...

Gossip Talker: Taylor Fritz has split from Morgan Riddle. Is their relationship over? Rumors circulating on social media.

Is Taylor Fritz and Morgan Riddle's relationship over? News leaking on social media is not entirely conclusive. Social media is buzzing about a breakup between American tennis player Taylor Fritz and his girlfriend, Morgan Riddle. A well-known tennis insider, Craig Shapiro, has already claimed that the two are...

Alcaraz Announces He'll Skip the Italian Open and Roland Garros

Carlos Alcaraz has announced that he will miss the ATP 1000 tournament in Rome and Roland Garros, both of which he was the defending champion, due to a wrist injury. World number 2 Carlos Alcaraz has officially announced his withdrawal from the Italian Open and Roland Garros, two tournaments in which he was...

WTA Madrid: Cirstea eliminates Grant, many regrets but a great experience for the Italian

Tyra Caterina Grant lost to Romanian Sorana Cirstea in straight sets, a great experience in Madrid for the young Italian tennis player. Tyra Grant's adventure at the WTA 1000 in Madrid has just ended. The Italian starlet bowed out, not without regrets, against a very in-form Sorana Cirstea.

ATP Madrid: Musetti overcomes Hurkacz obstacle

Lorenzo Musetti defeated Hubert Hurkacz in straight sets to advance to the third round of the Madrid Masters 1000. Lorenzo Musetti was in his best form since the Australian Open when he took to the court today on Center Court in Madrid. On the other side of the net, the Italian faced a tough opponent in...

With Sinner out of the equation, is Italian tennis in decline? No, it's modernity that doesn't forgive.

An analysis of the challenging period Italian tennis is experiencing at the start of 2026, amidst excessive expectations and a game that's increasingly demanding physically and mentally. Besides Sinner, is there no one winning in Italian tennis anymore? Or have we gotten too used to it? These are some questions...

Vallejo delivers a dream performance in Madrid, beating Dimitrov to seal a historic victory for Paraguay.

The Mutua Madrid Open produced one of the biggest surprises of this tournament's opening round. The star of the show was Adolfo Daniel Vallejo, who, in his Masters 1000 debut, secured a victory destined to go down in Paraguayan tennis history. The 21-year-old, coming through qualifying, overcame the former world number 3...

"Stupid, idiot," Tsitsipas furious with his father and loses a point for...coaching

Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced to the first round of the Madrid Masters 1000, defeating Patrick Kypson in three sets. The match was not without arguments and controversy. Stefanos Tsitsipas is experiencing the most difficult period of his career. Having slipped to 80th place, the Greek is struggling to win matches, even...

Sinner and Nadal inaugurate the Bernabéu tennis tournament: a show featuring Bellingham, Courtois, and Florentino Pérez [VIDEO]

Madrid continues to provide images destined to remain in the memory of fans. This time, however, the stage is not the Caja Mágica, but the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, transformed for the occasion into a striking clay court. In the heart of Real Madrid CF's stadium, it took place...

Tennis on TV today: Sinner, Musetti, and Grant on Friday in Madrid.

The ATP and WTA draws continue at the Mutua Madrid Open. Italians Jannik Sinner, Lorenzo Musetti, and Tyra Grant are on court today. Check out the TV schedule. The top ATP and WTA players have already opened play on the clay courts of the Caja...

WTA Madrid: Paolini turns things around with Siegemund, a third-set victory for the Italian.

Jasmine Paolini recovers from a set down against Laura Siegemund to reach the third round of the WTA 1000 in Madrid. There are very few positives from 2026 for Jasmine Paolini, who once again had to fight and sweat in the WTA 1000 in Madrid against Laura Siegemund. When it comes to...

Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs Drawn: Australia vs. France

The 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Playoff draw took place today at the ITF offices in London, featuring a host of exciting matches against Australia, France, the USA, and Canada. Hosts China and Italy, who qualified thanks to their victory over Japan, are among the teams making the cut.

Panatta criticizes Alcaraz: "He made a mistake in separating from Ferrero."

Adriano Panatta shared his thoughts on the challenging period Carlos Alcaraz is experiencing, praising the work of Italian coaches. As usual, Adriano Panatta, during the broadcast "La Nuova DS," summed up the week of great tennis that saw Flavio Cobolli arrive in...

Ruud: "Nadal encouraged me to work hard. In Mallorca..."

Casper Ruud spoke about the injury he suffered in Monte Carlo and the help Nadal and his academy have provided him throughout his career. Casper Ruud will return to the court in Madrid, where he will defend the title he won last year in the final against Jack Draper. The Norwegian in this...

Vagnozzi: "My role with Sinner? I'm the bad cop, Cahill..."

Simone Vagnozzi was interviewed by Gazzetta dello Sport, where he talked about his triumph in Monte Carlo, the Madrid tournament, and his role on Team Sinner. Jannik Sinner is ready to make his debut at the Madrid Masters 1000, a tournament where he reached the quarterfinals at best...

What is Protected Ranking? A guide to the rule that protects tennis players.

News broke recently that Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis will use his protected ranking (No. 84) to enter the main draw at Roland Garros. But how exactly does this rule work? Let's find out who can request it, how it's calculated, and what the limits are of the most valuable "lifeline" on the circuit. In recent...

Rafael Jodar lights up Madrid under Jude Bellingham's watchful eye: "He's a role model for me."

Rafael Jodar captivates the Caja Mágica crowd and pays tribute to his idol: "He was a surprise, he's a role model for me." Fueled by the enthusiasm of the crowd and by a remarkable supporter like Jude Bellingham, Rafael Jodar confirmed the expectations that point to him as one of the new stars of...

Sinner 360°: "I watch videos about science and geopolitics...it's important to be informed about everything."

Jannik Sinner spoke openly to El Mundo, where he discussed various topics including technical improvements, Alcaraz, and his constant study on and off the pitch. A very calm Jannik Sinner spoke to the Spanish newspaper El Mundo...

"He wouldn't talk to me anymore": Alcaraz reveals the behind-the-scenes story after the golf challenge with the former number one

Sidelined by injury, the Murcian champion opens up on the "Iguales" podcast about the Mutua Madrid Open. From his psychological warfare with "cabrón" Murray to his obsession with golf: here's Carlos' secret, between gaming, "marineras," and personal growth. Carlos Alcaraz certainly isn't experiencing the Madrid Open he dreamed of...

ATP Madrid: Rafael Jodar wins in a nearly deserted stadium, prices and politics spark controversy

The young Spaniard overtakes De Jong and advances to the second round against De Minaur, but attendance is scarce due to high prices and controversial organizational decisions. A new Spanish tennis star is born, or perhaps confirmed, in Madrid. Rafael Jodar continues his meteoric rise: after conquering...

Challenger Daily: Vasamì wins the derby against Cadenasso, Riedi continues to fight.

Between Rome, Gwangju, and Savannah, the young players shine: Vasamì leads the Azzurri, Riedi shows no signs of slowing down, and Kennedy surprises Nishikori with dramatic twists and top seeds eliminated. In Rome, on the courts of the Tennis Club Garden, Jacopo Vasamì takes center stage in the Azzurri derby against Gianluca...

Mouratoglou on the Sinner-Alcaraz duopoly: "Fils has shown he can be the third."

According to Patrick Mouratoglou, Arthur Fils has all the qualities to be considered a potential third wheel in the Sinner-Alcaraz duel. Arthur Fils enchanted everyone during the magical week he experienced in Barcelona, ​​winning the prestigious Godò trophy on the Rafa Nadal track and succeeding Holger Rune in the tournament's roll of honor....

Tennis on TV: Jasmine Paolini after lunch in Madrid

A slew of ATP and WTA matches lined up for Day 3 of the Spanish "1000." Several stars of the women's tour took to the court. The big stars of the women's tour entered the Caja Magica. The second-round matches of the top half of the WTA draw kicked off, and so it was time for the top-seeded...

WTA Madrid: Tyra Grant shines with her first WTA victory and a spot in the second round.

It was a night to remember for Tyra Caterina Grant, who earned her first victory on the main circuit at the WTA 1000 in Madrid, confirming her enormous potential. The young Italian, just 18 years old and currently ranked number 262 in the WTA rankings, authoritatively overcame Frenchwoman Elsa Jacquemot, number...

ATP Madrid: China loses in her debut match: Møller wins in straight sets, a tough day for Italy.

Federico Cinà's adventure at the Madrid Masters 1000 ended immediately. The young Italian, who entered the main draw via a wild card, was defeated by Denmark's Elmer Møller 6-4, 7-6(4) in a match that lasted just under two hours. A...

ATP Madrid, the Italian massacre continues: Sonego eliminated!

Lorenzo Sonego was also eliminated on day one of the Madrid Masters 1000, defeated by former 2019 Monte Carlo finalist Dusan Lajovic. Italy continues to lose players on this trip to Madrid. After Matteo Berrettini, Mattia Bellucci, and Elisabetta Cocciaretto, the Madrid Masters 1000 also bows out early...

WTA Madrid: Cocciaretto leaves immediately after Parks wins in straight sets

Elisabetta Cocciaretto's adventure at the Mutua Madrid Open ended in the first round. The Italian tennis player, ranked No. 41 in the WTA, was defeated by American Alycia Parks, a qualifier, 6-3, 6-2. On the red clay of the Caja Mágica, the 25-year-old from Fermo failed...

ATP Madrid: Berrettini collapses after Prizmic eliminates him in his debut match in straight sets.

Matteo Berrettini's run at the Mutua Madrid Open came to an abrupt halt. The Italian, a finalist in the 2021 edition, was defeated in his debut match by the young Croatian Dino Prizmic, who prevailed 6-3, 6-4 in 1 hour and 39 minutes of play. A significant setback for the Roman,...

ATP Madrid: Bellucci bids early farewell to Spain

Mattia Bellucci was defeated by Damir Dzhumur in straight sets in the first round of the Madrid Masters 1000. The Bosnian also won last year. The Italian team's adventure at the Madrid Masters 1000 got off to a rough start. Mattia Bellucci, the first of six Italians to take to the court today in the men's...

Panatta and his failure to be invited to the 50th anniversary of his triumph at the Italian Open: "Let them do as they please."

Adriano Panatta gave an interview to La Repubblica in which he discussed his missed invitation to Rome and his hopes for Jannik Sinner. The usual brilliant and humorous Adriano Panatta opened up to La Repubblica about some of the hot topics of the current week. Between missed invitations and gratitude, and the...

Tennis's blue ribbon: Ons Jabeur becomes a mother, giving birth to baby Elyan.

Wonderful news from the world of tennis: Ons Jabeur has become a mother for the first time. The former world number 2 and three-time Grand Slam finalist announced on social media the birth of her first child, Elyan Kammoun, who was born on April 20, 2026. The Tunisian tennis player...

Camila Giorgi's sensational response: "I'll be back in 2027."

Through her Instagram stories, the champion from the Marche region has resolved her reservations and set a return date to the WTA circuit. Recent training videos in Mallorca were the first real clue. Raise your hand if you weren't dreaming of such news. When Camila Giorgi decided...

Challenger Roma, brawl nearly erupts: Fatic reacts to a fan's insults [VIDEO]

During the first round of the Rome Challenger 75, tennis player Nerman Fatic came face-to-face with a somewhat over-the-top fan. Some call it "Challenger thrills," others are calling it yet another scandal between fans and players, and then there's the tennis betting issue. In short, in...

Mutua Madrid Open, controversy over wild cards. Feliciano López responds in kind: "On social media, people talk without knowing."

The Spanish tournament director weighs in on the controversy surrounding invitations to young foreigners. Between the new ownership's business logic and ATP regulations, here's why Iberian tennis "has nothing to complain about." At the Caja Mágica in Madrid, the ATP 1000 is getting into full swing, but...

Challenger Bordeaux: From Dimitrov to Sonego and Bellucci, what an entry list!

The Bordeaux Challenger boasts an exceptional entry list, with 20 top-100 players potentially arriving in the running from the Italian Open. The clay court season continues unabated, and after the 12-day Madrid "week," the Rome-Roland Garros doubleheader will get underway. For now, however, the talk of the town...

Tennis on TV today: spotlight on Italians in Madrid, six Italians starting

The Mutua Madrid Open officially gets underway with the debut of the men's main draw and the continuation of the women's draw. A strong Italian contingent is ready to battle on the clay courts of the Caja Mágica. The men's tournament: Berrettini on Centre Court. The men's schedule features four Italians competing in the first round....

WTA Madrid: Venus and Badosa out, Anisimova and Alexandrova withdraw

Venus Williams and Paula Badosa have already bid farewell to the WTA 1000 tournament in Madrid, while Amanda Anisimova and Ekaterina Alexandrova were forced to withdraw due to injury. At the Manolo Santana Open, Spanish wild card Kaitlin Quevedo defeated Venus Williams 6-2, 6-4. For the American legend, who returned...

WTA Madrid: Tyra Grant's comeback wins as Udvardy advances to the main draw.

Tyra Caterina Grant delivered a remarkable performance on the clay courts of the Caja Mágica. The 18-year-old Italian earned her first career entry into the main draw of the WTA 1000 tournament in Madrid, defeating Hungarian Panna Udvardy 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the deciding round of qualifying. A victory...

Valencia, a luxury Challenger: Berrettini is there, but the draw could be turned upside down if...

The historic Copa Faulconbridge has been upgraded to the Challenger 175 category and unveils a top-tier field. The tournament coincides with the second week of the Foro Italico and could serve as a "parachute" for the big names who have recently left Rome. From May 11th to 17th, the clay courts...

Good and Bad

The "bad boy" has always been a typical tennis figure, from McEnroe onward. But is that still the case? Are we still drawn to bad boys, or is this an era where the good guys are prevailing? And if so, what's the real reason for this success? You Cannot Be...

Great tennis for everyone: a match a day of the Rome International Tennis Championships, free-to-air on TV8.

From May 6th to 17th, Sky Sport will guarantee full coverage of the tournament, but the big news is the free live broadcast of a daily men's match on Channel 8. The great tennis is preparing to land in the capital and, for the long-awaited 2026 edition, it is preparing to expand its...
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