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Jonny O’Mara: The sweet success of the doubles tour
Jonny O’Mara speaks to The Big Racket about his rise into the top 50 and his future as a doubles specialist.
Draper claims Sunderland title in under an hour
Jack Draper needed just 48 minutes to despatch the experienced Igor Sijsling to clinch the M25 title in Sunderland. After Emma Raducanu’s spirited defeat earlier in the day, Draper was … Continue reading Draper claims Sunderland title in under an hour
Emma Raducanu shows potential in Sunderland
17 year-old Emma Raducanu showed British tennis fans just why they should be excited about her prospects, following another impressive run at an ITF W25 event. The Brit lost out … Continue reading Emma Raducanu shows potential in Sunderland
Mexican Magic: Heather Watson breaks top 50 with Acapulco title
Heather Watson d. Leylah Fernandez 6-4 6-7 6-1 Heather Watson’s fine start to 2020 continued last night, after she defeated Canadian teenage sensation Leylah Fernandez to clinch the Mexican Open … Continue reading Mexican Magic: Heather Watson breaks top 50 with Acapulco title
Jack Draper loses out in Glasgow final
Teenager Jack Draper was unable to win his first ITF title of the season after losing to Lucas Poullain 0-6 7-5 6-3 in Glasgow. Playing in just his third tournament … Continue reading Jack Draper loses out in Glasgow final
Can Dan Evans defeat Roger Federer?
Dan Evans will look to reach the fourth round of the US Open for the first time in his career on Friday, when he faces five-time champion Roger Federer in … Continue reading Can Dan Evans defeat Roger Federer?
Jo Konta races through in US Open
Britain’s Jo Konta wasted no time in reaching the third round of the US Open after defeating Margarita Gasparyan 6-1 6-0 at Flushing Meadows. After spending 12 hours waiting for … Continue reading Jo Konta races through in US Open
Andy Murray back to winning ways in Mallorca Challenger
Andy Murray clinched his first victory since returning from hip surgery in convincing style, overcoming unranked Frenchman Imran Sibille 6-0 6-1. Played in front of an electric atmosphere, the gulf … Continue reading Andy Murray back to winning ways in Mallorca Challenger
Jo Konta battles past Daria Kasatkina; Evans also through
Britain’s Jo Konta put her poor recent form behind her as she overcame Daria Kasatkina to reach the second round of the US Open for the first time since 2016. … Continue reading Jo Konta battles past Daria Kasatkina; Evans also through
What next for Harriet Dart after US Open exit?
Harriet Dart’s hopes of continuing her run at the US Open have ended, following a disappointing 6-3 6-1 defeat to Ana Bogdan. Despite starting confidently, the Briton, who surprised many … Continue reading What next for Harriet Dart after US Open exit?
Huge challenge awaits British hopefuls after US Open draw
The US Open draw has been made and it has thrown up quite the mixed bag for the British hopefuls. Let’s take a look at what challenges await the Brits … Continue reading Huge challenge awaits British hopefuls after US Open draw
3 things we learnt following Heather Watson’s Vancouver Open victory
Heather Watson picked up her second ITF title this year as she clinched the Vancouver Open title. Going one better than last year, Watson overcame Spaniard Sara Sorribes Tormo 7-5 … Continue reading 3 things we learnt following Heather Watson’s Vancouver Open victory
Can Dan Evans deliver in Winston-Salem?
One year on from his victory in the Vancouver Challenger, Dan Evans finds himself as the fifth seed in Winston-Salem. Can he clinch his first ATP Title in North Carolina?
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