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Alcaraz beats Sinner in Italian Open to become the tennis king of Rome

The Spaniard beat the world number one, who returned to the court after a 104-day break.

Europe News

Internazionali Tennis: Paolini and Errani win women's doubles

Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini win in the final of the doubles tournament against Russia's Veronika Kudermetova and Belgium's Elise Mertens and are confirmed as champions in Rome.

Europe News

'We'll break something,' tennis fan Pope Leo XIV tells Sinner

The pontiff received Jannik Sinner in a private audience, who gave him his racket. The Pope's passion for tennis is well known.

Qatar 365

Swings & Serves: Top-Tier Sports in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

From serves on the tennis court to swings on the golf course, Qatar 365 visits international sporting events in Doha and sits down with some of the world’s highest-ranking athletes.

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Culture news

Billie Jean King immortalized with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

King was the first to step on her bronze star, and became the first woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the new sports entertainment category.

The Dialogue

Tennis stars discuss their goals and inspirations for this season

In partnership with Media City

The Qatar Open attracts top players to Doha every February. With a new 500 ranking this year, the stakes are higher than ever.

Culture news

Nike honours Rafael Nadal's career with stunning tribute in Paris

Nike paid tribute to Rafael Nadal’s legendary career by projecting a stunning 10-metre animated image of the 22-time Grand Slam champion on the Place du Trocadero in Paris.

World News

Rafael Nadal bids bittersweet farewell to tennis

The 38-year-old Spaniard played on tour for more than two decades and collected 22 Grand Slam titles.

Sport

Italian Jannik Sinner wins biggest tennis match payout in Saudi Arabia

Italian Jannik Sinner has pocketed 5.5 million euros after beating Spain's Carlos Alcaraz for the championship in the Six Kings Slam.

Sport

Jannik Sinner beats Novak Djokovic to take Shanghai Masters title

The South Tyrolean champion beat the Serb in just two matches in the Shanghai Masters 1000 final. Sinner thanked Djokovic, calling him a 'sports legend'.

Europe News

Wimbledon’s line judges to be replaced by electronic system

Wimbledon will introduce Live Electronic Line Calling, replacing human line judges, aiming for maximum accuracy in officiating. Fans and line callers express mixed feelings.

Europe News

Spanish tennis legend Rafa Nadal announces retirement

Rafa Nadal retires at 38 with 92 titles and 22 Grand Slams. He expressed excitement for his last tournament, the Davis Cup final, and thanked his family for their support.

Europe News

Toni Nadal names greatest tennis player of all time

Rafael Nadal's uncle offers a unique insight into the state of world tennis.

Europe News

Olympics: Errani and Paolini win historic gold in Paris

Italian tennis players win doubles against Russians Andreeva and Shnaider in career highlight.

Europe News

Djokovic wins his first Olympic gold after beating Alcaraz

Serbia's Novak Djokovic wins his first Olympic gold medal Sunday after beating Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in men's tennis singles final.

France

Alcaraz-Djokovic clash for Olympic gold: Head-to-head record and odds

Head-to-head record and everything else to know about the Djokovic-Alcaraz game beginning at 12.00 on Sunday, the latest instalment of a fascinating old-vs-mature rivalry.

Sport

Djokovic beats Nadal in thrilling Paris Olympics head-to-head

Monday's match was likely the pair's last, after the two former world No 1s played against each other 60 times in their careers.

France

Paris Olympics: Here's what to look out for on Monday

Monday's slate for the Paris Olympics includes a handful of the world's biggest basketball stars, a potential blockbuster tennis match, a couple of compelling swimming finals and a gymnastics showdown. Here's a guide of what to look out for.

Cinema

Game, set and watch: Top tennis films and documentaries you must see

As Wimbledon currently captivates audiences around the globe, it's the perfect time to delve into the world of tennis beyond the courts at SW19 with our top picks for tennis films and documentaries.

Business

Touting its wares! Wimbledon Tennis towel sponsor gets imaginative

Towel maker Christy's is the official supplier of towels for the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships for decades. It is now recycling pre-used towels and turning them into "heirloom" bags.

Tennis