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“I can dream again”: On Alexander Zverev’s Rome triumph and what awaits him in Paris

“I can dream again”: On Alexander Zverev’s Rome triumph and what awaits him in Paris

Having solidified himself as a title contender, the German will also face a major off-court issue while competing at Roland Garros.

By Steve Tignor May 19, 2024
Alexander Zverev outdoes Nicolas Jarry to win second Rome title, sixth Masters 1000 crown

Alexander Zverev outdoes Nicolas Jarry to win second Rome title, sixth Masters 1000 crown

He’ll now rise from No. 5 to No. 4, passing Daniil Medvedev, with the Roland Garros seeds to be made this week.

By John Berkok May 19, 2024
Iga Swiatek stands alone on the WTA after completing Madrid-Rome double

Iga Swiatek stands alone on the WTA after completing Madrid-Rome double

When the Pole and Aryna Sabalenka met in Madrid, they stood together atop the tour. No longer.

By Steve Tignor May 18, 2024
Rome ATP Final Preview: Alexander Zverev and Nicolas Jarry cap another surprising men’s week

Rome ATP Final Preview: Alexander Zverev and Nicolas Jarry cap another surprising men’s week

Who has the edge? And where would a Zverev win put him on the contender list for Roland Garros?

By Steve Tignor May 18, 2024
Iga Swiatek defeats Aryna Sabalenka to win Rome and complete rare Madrid-Rome sweep

Iga Swiatek defeats Aryna Sabalenka to win Rome and complete rare Madrid-Rome sweep

She’s the first player to do the double in the same year since 2013, when Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams did it.

By John Berkok May 18, 2024
Rome: Nicolas Jarry seeks Chile's first Masters 1000 title in 25 years after edging Tommy Paul

Rome: Nicolas Jarry seeks Chile's first Masters 1000 title in 25 years after edging Tommy Paul

The Santiago native faces 2017 champion Alexander Zverev in his biggest career final Sunday.

By TENNIS.com May 18, 2024
Iga Swiatek vs. Aryna Sabalenka: What their Rome final could mean for their rivalry

Iga Swiatek vs. Aryna Sabalenka: What their Rome final could mean for their rivalry

If they can stage another thriller, they might make themselves into tennis' biggest story heading to Roland Garros.

By Steve Tignor May 17, 2024
Alexander Zverev returns to Rome final with comeback win over Alejandro Tabilo

Alexander Zverev returns to Rome final with comeback win over Alejandro Tabilo

The 2017 champion turned the tide for a 1-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 victory Friday over the competitor who eliminated Novak Djokovic.

By Associated Press May 17, 2024
Tommy Paul, Taylor Fritz lead American men in discovering (or rediscovering) the joys and secrets of tennis on red clay

Tommy Paul, Taylor Fritz lead American men in discovering (or rediscovering) the joys and secrets of tennis on red clay

How easy it’s been to forget that Paul defeated Fritz in the Roland Garros junior championships final of 2015, long before all their success in Rome.

By Peter Bodo May 17, 2024
Iga Swiatek continues to dominate Coco Gauff, but she’s also making her a better player

Iga Swiatek continues to dominate Coco Gauff, but she’s also making her a better player

“Against probably anybody else today, I would have won the match,” the American said following their Rome semifinal.

By Steve Tignor May 16, 2024
Iga Swiatek now 10-1 against Coco Gauff, awaits Rome final opponent

Iga Swiatek now 10-1 against Coco Gauff, awaits Rome final opponent

The world No. 1 will face either world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka in a rematch of their Madrid title bout, or Danielle Collins.

By Ed McGrogan May 16, 2024
Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long

Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long

The long-sought upgrade for the tennis tournaments in Madrid and Rome has been a bonanza for the organizers by expanding them to nearly two weeks. For the players? Well, they haven’t been nearly as enthusiastic.

By Associated Press May 16, 2024