Long-form
‘The stands are quiet – the noise is online’ – the dark side of social media for women’s tennis
At Roland-Garros in 2023, France's Leolie Jeanjean has spoken about the "abuse and violence" players can face on social media. This feature - originally published in 2022 - explores how it became an occupational hazard, particularly for female tennis stars
Andy Murray’s legacy: “I would be happy if it might inspire other players to never give up”
I’ve always thought and written that there was the Big 4 and then everybody else. As Andy Murray heads to the Monte-Carlo Masters for the first time since 2017, does the fact that he is back to a really competitive level with a hip implant prove the case again?
Jiri Lehecka: “I knew I could beat the top guys”
Jiri Lehecka has a big game and big talk - and big results to back it all up. Carole Bouchard chats to him and his team about his red-hot run to start 2023
Swiatek on business and bold choices: “I want to use my impact well in a way that is healthy for me”
Iga Swiatek has made historical moves on the court, and now seems to be ready to also build an off-court brand that will get her voice out.
From oddly-drawn locks to escape rooms, Americans are having fun in Melbourne
Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys have bonded since their United Cup success
From Carlitos to Alcaraz, Episode 3: Attack, defence, power, touch – Alcaraz the pioneer of “total tennis”
From Carlitos to Alcaraz, episode 2 : The fastest ever man to reach world No 1
From Carlitos to Alcaraz, episode 1, The uncut diamond from El Palmar
Big forehand and physicality, but very different styles: differences and similarities of Ruud and Alcaraz’s games
The raucous US Open crowd: a unique advantage as Serena Williams bids to extend her farewell
A glimpse of the future in New York as Linda Fruhvirtova puts new sister act on the map
Eric Hernandez, the physical trainer who turned Daniil Medvedev into a “non-violent steamroller”
Medvedev’s gentle return to clay: we were there
Without control, power is nothing : why the biggest hitters don’t have everything their own way
Gifted, passionate, exposed: the incredible life of Japan’s precocious Owaki brothers
Serve and volley is not dead; it’s as efficient as ever when it’s done right
How tennis began to boom because of – or thanks to – Covid-19
Talent, dedication and adaptability; why Emma Raducanu is here to stay
How Daniil Medvedev harnessed his mental power to become one of the best players in the world
“I want to win everything that I play” : how Pavlyuchenkova found her path with her brother’s help