Melbourne, Jan 24 (IANS) World No. 8 Ben Shelton and No. 9 Taylor Fritz secured victories in their respective third-round matches on the seventh day of the Australian Open to confirm their place in the last 16 at the first Grand Slam of the season.While Shelton defeated Monaco’s Valentin Vacherot 6-4, 6-4, 7-6(5) in two hours and 17 minutes at the Margaret Court Arena, Fritz beat Swiss wild-card entrant Stan Wawrinka 7-6, 2-6, 6-4. 6-4 in a game that lasted two hours and 46 minutes at the John…
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Bengaluru, Dec 29 (IANS) The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) on Monday hosted a special felicitation ceremony at the KSLTA Lawns, Bengaluru, to honour the extraordinary career and lasting legacy of Rohan Bopanna, India’s most successful and influential tennis professional. The evening brought together stars from across the tennis fraternity, family and friends to celebrate a career that has spanned over two decades. Bopanna’s journey was highlighted by his landmark achievemen…
Rio de Janeiro, Dec 25 (IANS) Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca has set a target of breaking into the world’s top 15 men’s tennis players next year as he looks to build on his recent progress. The 19-year-old won two titles in 2025, his first full season on the ATP Tour, but said he sees that as a starting point.”I intend to break into the world’s top 15. It’s bold, but I’m thinking big,” Rio de Janeiro-born Fonseca told magazine Veja. “I will also be aiming for consistent results, without ups and…
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The 2026 tennis season is poised to deliver another relentless, globe-spanning campaign, with the sport’s biggest stars set to navigate Grand Slams, elite tour events and high-profile team competitions across six continents. From the opening ball strike in Australia to the season-ending showdowns in Europe and the Middle East, the calendar is packed with opportunities for history, redemption and breakthrough performances. The Grand Slams, tennis’ fab fourThe campaign…