Medvedev, a brand new number one
For the first time since 2004, the head of the men’s circuit escapes one of the members of the “Big 4”, namely Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal. The misfortune of some is the happiness of others: by losing in the quarter-finals in Dubai last week, Novak Djokovic left his world No.1 […]
Nadal wins Acapulco tournament and remains undefeated in 2022
Author of his best career start to the season, the Spaniard won a 15th game in a row to win the ATP 500 contested in Mexico. Rafael Nadal beat Briton Cameron Norrie on Saturday in the final of the ATP tournament in Acapulco (6-4, 6-4), his 4th victory in the Mexican competition, which allows him […]
Nadal Still Dominates Medvedev and Joins Norrie in Acapulco Final
Nadal Triumphs Again, Setting Sights on 91st Title Rafael Nadal continued his dominant start to 2022, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals of the ATP 500 tournament in Acapulco. This victory sets up a final clash against Cameron Norrie, who is also enjoying a stellar year. nadal, currently ranked fifth in the world, secured a […]
Vesely Reaches Dubai Final, to Face Rublev
Vesely and Rublev secure Dubai Final Berths After Thrilling Semifinals The Dubai ATP tournament witnessed two captivating semifinal clashes, culminating in a final showdown between Czech qualifier Jiri Vesely and Russian second seed Andrey Rublev. Vesely, currently ranked 123rd in the world, continued his remarkable run in Dubai, overcoming canadian Denis Shapovalov in a grueling […]
Zverev Fined $40,000 for Attacking Referee’s Chair in Acapulco
Zverev Faces Severe Repercussions After Acapulco Outburst Tennis star Alexander Zverev is facing serious consequences following a shocking display of anger at the Acapulco Open.The world No. 3 unleashed his frustration on a referee’s chair after a doubles match defeat, resulting in a hefty $40,000 fine and the forfeiture of his tournament winnings and ranking […]
Nadal against Opelka in the 1st round of the Acapulco Open
The Spaniard will face the American for his return to the courts since his crowning at the Australian Open. The Spaniard Rafael Nadal, world number 5 and winner last month of the Australian Open, his 21st Grand Slam tournament, will face the American Reilly Opelka (20th) in the 1st round of the Acapulco Open, in […]
Rublev loses a set but joins the quarters
Russian Andrey Rublev, 7th player in the world, needed three sets on Wednesday to overcome South Korean Kwon Soon-woo (60th) in the second round of the ATP tournament in Dubai, and has a sixth consecutive victory. The Russian, recent winner of the Marseille tournament, was surprised in the first set by Kwon’s service success, 24, […]
When the Open 13 Provence tennis is told in comics
LE SCAN SPORT – On the occasion of its thirtieth edition, disputed this week in Marseille, a comic book looks back on the great moments of the tournament. After a 2020 edition, disputed in the sad atmosphere of closed doors indoors, without an audience, partners, journalists, the Marseille ATP 250 finds its spectators and life […]
the fabulous endless story
TO ANALYSE – The legendary trio have ruled the tennis world since 2003. And their influence is not about to die out. Since Wimbledon 2003, Roger Federer‘s first major title, the Swiss, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have collected 61 of the 74 Grand Slam tournaments played (21 crowns for Nadal, 20 for Djokovic and […]
Making of L’Équipe: Rafael Nadal told by Julien Reboullet
Behind the scenes of The Team A little over three years ago, L’Équipe published a series of testimonials entitled “Making Of“, in which its reporters recounted their relationship with some of the greatest champions or clubs of the time. Julien Reboullet, senior reporter for the tennis section, gave his story of fifteen years working alongside […]