US Open Day 5 Recap: Zverev Survives Another Marathon as Monfils Bows Out
Alexander Zverev survived his second five-set examination in three days, Coco Gauff overcame a tricky opponent and Gael Monfils brought his Grand Slam career to an emotional close on a compelling fifth day at the US Open. Taylor Fritz delivered the most emphatic performance of the day, while Madison KeysContinue Reading
What Is a Lucky Loser in Tennis?
Every professional tennis tournament has a qualifying competition where players fight for a place in the main draw. Most who lose are eliminated—but a select few are given a second chance. These players are known as lucky losers. A lucky loser is a player who loses in the final roundContinue Reading
What Is a Qualifier in Tennis?
Not every player in a professional tennis tournament earns a place in the main draw through their world ranking. For many players, the journey begins in the qualifying tournament. Those who successfully make it through are known as qualifiers. Qualifying is one of the toughest parts of professional tennis. PlayersContinue Reading
What Is a Wild Card in Tennis?
Not every player in a professional tennis tournament earns their place through ranking or qualifying. Sometimes, tournament organisers are given the opportunity to invite players directly into the main draw. These invitations are known as wild cards. Wild cards are a unique part of professional tennis. They can launch theContinue Reading
Alcaraz Recovers, Sabalenka Dominates and Rublev Falls on Rain-Hit US Open Day 4
Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a sluggish opening set, Aryna Sabalenka delivered one of the most dominant performances of the tournament and Daniel Mérida surprised another prominent seed as the second round began on a rain-affected fourth day at the US Open. Jessica Pegula, Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe and Daniil MedvedevContinue Reading
US Open Day 3 Recap: Monfils Marks 40th Birthday in Style as Gauff Shines on Rain-Hit US Open Day 3
Gael Monfils celebrated his 40th birthday with one last New York show, Coco Gauff negotiated a potentially awkward opening assignment and Taylor Fritz began his latest pursuit of an American breakthrough in commanding fashion on a rain-disrupted third day of the US Open. Elena Rybakina and Mirra Andreeva also advancedContinue Reading
US Open Day 2 Recap: Alcaraz Returns in Style as Sabalenka, Shelton and Swiatek Advance at US Open
Carlos Alcaraz had spent 139 days waiting to play another singles match. It took him only three sets to remind the US Open why he remains one of the most dangerous players in the draw. The defending champion began his return from a right-wrist injury with a 6-4, 6-4, 6-4Continue Reading
ATP Challenger Tour Results – Week of 24th August 2026
Just the three Challenger Tour events last week due to the US Open qualifying. Aiden Mayo won his second challenger title of his career in Kingston. Cezar Cretu moved to his highest ranking of #230, following his maiden victory on the tour, while George Loffhagen defeated fellow Brit, Charles BroomContinue Reading
ITF Tour Results – Week of 24th August 2026
Despite the US Open qualifying taking place last week, the ITF Tour still had plenty of great tournaments and results. Barbora Palicova won the biggest event of the week, taking out the Bytom 75, by defeating fellow Czech player Denisa Zoldakova. This was the sixth title of her career, andContinue Reading
US Open Day 1 Recap: Navone Stuns Djokovic to Further Open Up the Men’s Field
Mariano Navone produced the victory of his career on an interesting opening day at the US Open, defeating an ailing Novak Djokovic in five sets to bring the 24-time Grand Slam champion’s latest pursuit of history to an abrupt end. The Argentine world No. 49 recovered from losing the secondContinue Reading