Novak Djokovic eclipses Federer’s all-time ATP record for most weeks at No 1
Novak Djokovic has ticked off one of his largest goals by passing Roger Federer and moving to the top of the ATP’s all-time lead in weeks at No.1.
Low expectations before Wimbledon but ready to surprise himself in Doha: Federer in his own words
Ahead of his long awaited return to the ATP Tour at this week’s Qatar Total Open in Doha, Roger Federer opens up to the media about the severity of his knee injury, his hopes for the 2021 season and why he made the decision to come back to tennis at the age of 39.
“The story is not over yet”: 6 statements by Roger Federer on his mindset before his return
More than 400 days after his last appearance on the tour, Roger Federer, 39, returns this week to Doha. During his press conference on Sunday, the world number 6 explained that “retirement was never really considered.”
Novak Djokovic is ready to roll: World No 1 will play Miami next
The world No 1 is resting up and plans to return to the tour for the Miami Open in the final week of March.
Rublev continues remarkable streak to set up Fucsovics final
A straight-sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas marked 12 wins in 13 matches in 2021 for Andrey Rublev, who reached the Rotterdam final.
Medvedev to end ‘Big Four’ rankings domination by nudging ahead of Nadal
Daniil Medvedev is a leader among the new generation of men’s tennis stars, and he will become world No 2 later this month.
Federer curious to experience reduced crowds on Doha return
After more than a year away, the 20-times Grand Slam champion will get a first taste of what it’s like to play in an almost empty stadium
Federer ‘very excited’ ahead of ATP return in Doha
Swiss superstar Roger Federer is relishing his tennis comeback.
FFT aiming for Roland-Garros on normal dates with as many spectators as possible
Recently appointed general manager of the French Tennis Federation, Amélie Oudéa Castéra has indicated that she is not considering the postponement of Roland-Garros 2021 (currently scheduled for May 17 – June 6) despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Alexei Popyrin exclusive interview: “I believe I can win Grand Slam titles”
In an exclusive interview with Tennis Majors, the 21-year-old Australian explains how it took some soul-searching during an intense off-season to find his best form.
Tsitsipas to face Khachanov following brutal Hurkacz battle
Stefanos Tsitsipas kept alive his hopes of glory in Rotterdam with a bruising win over Hubert Hurkacz on Thursday, and his reward is a quarter-final date with Karen Khachanov. Meanwhile, David Goffin was eliminated by Jeremy Chardy.
Kvitova reaches another Doha semi-final as Pegula ousts Pliskova
After losing to Aryna Sabalenka in the final last year, Petra Kvitova is edging closer to a repeat appearance in the Doha title match. Kvitova defeated Anett Kontaveit on Thursday and is joined in the semis by Jessica Pegula, Garbine Muguruza, and Victoria Azarenka.
Medvedev and Zverev fall at the first hurdle as Murray succumbs to Rublev
Andrey Rublev impressed in Rotterdam as he made light work of Andy Murray, while two contenders suffered surprise defeats.
Brady and Medvedev back to earth with a bump after Melbourne heroics
After monumental efforts at the Australian Open in Melbourne, both runners-up have lost their very next matches – perhaps showing just how much Grand Slam tennis can take out of players, particularly at the business end of the tournament, where the pressure racks up. Daniil Medvedev – who lost the men’s final in straight sets … Continued
Oxygen, please! inside De Minaur and Millman’s lung-busting 44-stroke rally at Rotterdam
John Millman and Alex de Minaur pushed each other to the brink of exhaustion during their 44-stroke rally in Rotterdam. It made us wonder: what’s the longest rally ever?
Rublev sets up clash with “true legend” Murray in Rotterdam
Russian says he is full of respect for Murray after everything the former world No 1 has been through in the past two years
Defiant Andy Murray tells critics: “Why should I stop?”
The former world No 1 says there’s no reason to quit when he can compete with the world’s best players “with one hip”
Andy Murray reveals Social Dilemma inspired him to delete social media apps
Three-time major winner Andy Murray has revealed why he has quit social media.
First Top 20 win in two years for Nishikori against Auger-Aliassime
It was a significant win for Kei Nishikori against Felix Auger Aliassime in Rotterdam – find out how it happened.
“Novak is just stronger than everybody else” – Exclusive interview with Goran Ivanisevic
Just over a week after Novak Djokovic’s title in Melbourne, his coach Goran Ivanisevic shares the background of the “sweetest victory“ amidst all the pressure his charge was facing and proclaims him one of the mentally toughest athletes in the world.
‘No risks needed’ – Djokovic unlikely to play before clay season, says Ivanisevic
In an exclusive interview with Tennis Majors, Goran Ivanisevic has said Novak Djokovic is unlikely to play ahead of the clay season – with one possible exception.