By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Roland-Garros is done and dusted and in the rearview mirror. Before diving head first into the grass court season, let’s take a look at the figures that defined the Parisian fortnight in 2022. 14 Rafael Nadal wins his record 14th French Open title, and …
By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Thursday, May 26, 2022 Iga Swiatek will look to extend his winning streak to 30 on Thursday in Paris. Image source: Getty The 5th day of Roland Garros will see the completion of the second round. Here’s what we’ll be watching in Paris. Your complete day 5 program …
By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Tuesday, May 17, 2022 The clay-court season will come to a dramatic end over the next few weeks as Roland-Garros is played out in the eyes of the world. As always, the plot is at its height, with multiple storylines unfolding over the past month in Europe, including …
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By Richard Pagliaro | Monday, May 23, 2022 Rafael Nadal broke serve seven times sweeping Jordan Thompson 6-2, 6-2, 6-2 to take his Roland Garros opening round record to 18-0. photo credit: Getty Hitting his Babolat racquet against the side of his sneakers, Rafael Nadal cleaned the clay from his soles. Driving shots with …
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Former world number 1 John McEnroe was one of tennis’ first superstars in the open era and his business acumen is an example for players of today and tomorrow. McEnroe was one of the first to demand ridiculous appearance fees and was a popular choice for exhibition events long after he was past his prime. …
By Richard Pagliaro | Thursday, March 3, 2022 A decision by the French government paves the way for Novak Djokovic to defend his Roland Garros crown and compete in the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. Photo credit: Roland Garros Facebook Novak Djokovic has the green light to return to the red clay of Roland Garros. Defending …
By Richard Pagliaro | Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Daniil Medvedev has celebrated his first-round Roland Garros frolic by recalling his Parisian roots as a madman and a “very strange” scenario that may help him regain No.1. photo credit: Getty Long before Daniel Medvedev emerged as a great champion in New York, he forged a …
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Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic, whose refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19 renders him unable to enter Canada, has officially withdrawn from the ATP hard-court tournament in Montreal, organizers announced Thursday. The Serbian star’s unvaccinated status made it unlikely that he would compete in the prestigious ATP Masters tournament, just as it means he will likely …
By Richard Pagliaro | Sunday, June 5, 2022 Rafael Nadal played 11 consecutive matches as he demolished Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 to claim his record 14th RG title and 22nd Grand Slam crown. photo credit: Getty The shrewd aggressiveness of Rafael Nadal lives as a major monument in Paris. Today, Nadal has cemented …
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