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By Nick Whittaker Posted on August 22, 2019

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

Categories: GB Tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on August 19, 2019August 19, 2019

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

Categories: GB TennisTags: heather watson, Vancouver Open, VanOpen
By Nick Whittaker Posted on August 18, 2019August 18, 2019

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?

Categories: ATP, GB TennisTags: #winston-salem, Dan Evans
By Nick Whittaker Posted on August 4, 2019August 4, 2019

Heather Watson battles through in Toronto

Heather Watson recovered from a set and a break down to reach the final qualifying round of the Rogers Cup in Toronto. Having experienced incredibly bad luck with her flight, … Continue reading Heather Watson battles through in Toronto

Categories: GB Tennis, WTA
By Nick Whittaker Posted on August 4, 2019

Jack Draper claims Roehampton M25 title

Britain’s Jack Draper came from behind to clinch his first title of the season, after defeating Daniel Cukierman 4-6 6-3 6-2 in Roehampton. The young prospect knocked out four fellow … Continue reading Jack Draper claims Roehampton M25 title

Categories: GB Tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on July 28, 2019

Another almost week for British tennis

Is it just me, or has 2019 felt like an ‘almost’ year for British tennis? Whether it’s Jo Konta at the Grand Slams, or Dan Evans and Cam Norrie just … Continue reading Another almost week for British tennis

Categories: GB Tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on July 21, 2019July 21, 2019

From doubles title to… the next train

British pair, Eden Silva and Sarah Beth Grey, finally clinched their first ITF doubles title as a team at the W25 event in Palmela. The title comes after the pair … Continue reading From doubles title to… the next train

Categories: GB Tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on June 22, 2019June 22, 2019

Are we right to expect British wild cards at Wimbledon?

Who really deserves a wild card into Wimbledon?

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, tennis, wimbledon, wimbledon 2019
By Nick Whittaker Posted on March 9, 2019August 22, 2019

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.

Categories: ATP, GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, interview, jonny o'mara
By Nick Whittaker Posted on February 25, 2019February 25, 2019

Dan Evans: A tale with more twists to come

Dan Evans is back. His tennis is doing the talking and British fans should be excited.

Categories: ATP, GB TennisTags: Dan Evans
By Nick Whittaker Posted on February 24, 2019

Heather Watson misses out on Hungarian Open doubles title

Britain’s Heather Watson was unable to clinch her fifth WTA doubles title after she lost out in the final of the Hungarian Open. Partnering defending champion Fanny Stollar, the third … Continue reading Heather Watson misses out on Hungarian Open doubles title

Categories: WTA
By Nick Whittaker Posted on February 14, 2019February 14, 2019

Maia Lumsden: Can the Brit push on from Shrewsbury?

Wildcard Maia Lumsden was eliminated from the W60 in Shrewsbury after going down to top seed Yanina Wickmayer 6-3 6-3. The Scot held her own for much of the match, … Continue reading Maia Lumsden: Can the Brit push on from Shrewsbury?

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