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September 21, 2003: The day world No 1 Ferrero was stunned by Calleri in Davis Cup

Every day, Tennis Majors takes you back to one of the most iconic moments in tennis history. On this day in 2001, Agustin Calleri hit more than 100 winners in a three-set victory over world No 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero to cause a major upset in the Davis Cup

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Alexandre Sokolowski
Jiri Lehecka, Davis Cup 2026

9 things you’d have hated to miss on Davis Cup weekend: a first for Asia, a double defeat for Shelton, Rune is back !

South Korea became the first Asian nation to reach the Davis Cup Final 8 since the 2019 reform, Ben Shelton lost both his singles in Prague as the United States went out, Holger Rune won twice in his first week back 11 months after tearing his Achilles, and Monaco climbed to a level they had not reached since 1929. Nine things to take away from a Davis Cup weekend.

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Cédric Rouquette
Battle of the Sexes OTD 09_20 (1)

September 20, 1973: The day Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in the famous “Battle of the Sexes”

Every day, Tennis Majors takes you back to one of the most iconic moments in tennis history. On this day in 1973, Billie Jean King set out to champion the cause of women's tennis by taking on a 55-year-old Bobby Riggs, once the top-ranked player in the world who did not respect women's tennis

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Alexandre Sokolowski
On this day 19.09.2020

September 19, 1970: The day 15-year-old Chris Evert upset Margaret Court

Every day, Tennis Majors takes you back to one of the most iconic moments in tennis history. On this day, September 19, 1970, in the semi-finals of the Charlotte Open, 15-year-old Chris Evert defeated Margaret Court (7-6, 7-6).

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Alexandre Sokolowski
Brandon Nakashima, 2026

Nakashima on Laver Cup debut: “It’s an event I’ve always dreamed of playing”

Brandon Nakashima will line up for Andre Agassi's Team World at The O2 next week after Ben Shelton's withdrawal, a first Laver Cup call-up for a 25-year-old American who has spent the summer turning a solid career into a Top 20 one.

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Cédric Rouquette
Rolex Paris Masters
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Tennis Tournaments 2026 to Watch Throughout the Season

As the 2026 tennis season enters its final stretch, fans can look forward...
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Cédric Rouquette
Tennis is often viewed primarily as an individual sport, but the lessons it offers extend well beyond the court.
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What tennis can teach employers about building a healthier, more engaged workforce

Tennis is often viewed primarily as an individual sport, but the lessons it...
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Cédric Rouquette
Carlos Alcaraz, US Open 2026
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Alcaraz wins his first match in four months, and wins it on the margins

After a four-month competitive hiatus, Carlos Alcaraz marked his return to the court...
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Cédric Rouquette
Casper Ruud, 2026
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Ruud, Cilic withdraw from US Open before start

The US Open has lost the No. 19 seed before it began, Casper...
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Cédric Rouquette
Gael Monfils, US Open 2026
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“A big milestone for me” – Monfils turns 40 on the day he begins his last Grand Slam

Gael Monfils is set to play his final Grand Slam match at the...
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Cédric Rouquette
Alexander Zverev, US Open 2026
2 months ago

Zverev: Alcaraz “a contender for sure” at US Open, says self-styled “one of 128” favourites

Top seed Alexander Zverev, drawing on his own recovery from ankle surgery, predicts...
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Cédric Rouquette
Roger Federer, Hall of Fame
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“Coaching? Never say never, but not now” – Federer’s words on his future role in tennis

Roger Federer addressed his future in tennis, at a press conference during his...
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Cédric Rouquette
Stan Wawrinka, US Open 2026
2 months ago

Stan Wawrinka awarded US Open wild card at the last minute!

Stan Wawrinka has been handed a US Open wild card after Patrick Kypson's...
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Cédric Rouquette
How Tennis Fans Can Balance Match-Day Excitement With Smart Digital Entertainment
2 months ago

How tennis fans can balance match-day excitement with smart digital entertainment

Tennis fans are blending live matches with digital entertainment. Learn to balance the...
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Cédric Rouquette
Roger Federer, New York 2026
2 months ago

Roger Federer backs Novak Djokovic for a 25th major and breaks down the injury wave hitting Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner

Back at Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2019, Roger Federer said...
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Cédric Rouquette
US Open 2026, prize money
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US Open 2026 prize money: How much does the winner get?

The US Open is set to break records again in 2026, with a...
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Cédric Rouquette
Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner, 2025
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Grand Slam player advisory council to be created

Leading ATP and WTA players welcome the US Open's 20% prize money increase,...
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Cédric Rouquette
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Beyond winners: Exploring diverse tennis betting markets

Beyond the match winner, modern tennis betting markets explore individual sets, games, and...
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Cédric Rouquette
Roger Federer, 2026
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Federer’s induction goes global as International Tennis Hall of Fame locks in worldwide broadcast deal

The International Tennis Hall of Fame confirmed worldwide broadcast partners for Roger Federer...
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Cédric Rouquette
The human attraction for risks
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The human attraction to risk

From ancient explorers to modern investors, humans consistently demonstrate a complex relationship with...
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Cédric Rouquette