One of the pioneering female journalists in men’s tennis, Sally Wilson Smith, passed away at 68 years of age on May 13. From becoming the Delaware state champ at the age of 16 to taking interviews with personalities like John McEnroe and then leaving it all behind to become a psychiatrist, it is safe to say that she lived life to the fullest.
Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina's rivalry, which came to a head at the US Open this past weekend, has been compared to one of the leading rivalries, and that is McEnroe and Borg.
Novak Djokovic appears to be entering the final phase of his career, and his latest US Open exit has raised fresh questions about how much longer the 39-year-old can continue competing at the highest level.
John McEnore has a tendency of getting the spotlight flashed on him for all the wrong reasons. He was in the thick of it at Flushing Meadows commentating on the men's US Open final in which Alexander Zverev prevailed 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 over American favourite Ben Shelton.
It can get a bit tiring watching Alexander Zverev get ready to serve the ball at the U.S. Open. The No. 1 seed in the men’s singles draw will often bounce the ball 15 or more times before serving.
Talk about pressure, as Ben Shelton has been backed to end a long wait for the US in regard to finding a new star who will win a major on the men's side, as Shelton faces Alexander Zverev with legendary star John McEnroe, the one who has predicted it.
While not possible, there are many dream tennis matchups that have been pitched over the years, simply not possible due to the era the specific players competed in.
John McEnroe has shared his prediction for the US Open semifinal between Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe. In what is a semifinal between the US Tennis’ most talented players, the crowd is expected to be loud and cheer for every point.
While not possible, there are many dream tennis matchups that have been pitched over the years, simply not possible due to the era the specific players competed in.
John McEnroe is somehow generating almost as much noise at the 2026 US Open from the commentary booth as he once did with a racket in his hand. Barely a round seems to pass without another remark becoming a talking point, and this time, his strange observation about Botic van de Zandschulp’s face has put him under the microscope again.
John McEnroe is not someone who is afraid to say exactly what he is thinking, no matter how controversial or contentious it is, making him the iconic tennis character many have loved and loathed over the years.
John McEnroe doesn’t hold anything back in the broadcasting booth, but the legendary U.S. men’s tennis star is facing backlash for his remarks on Sunday evening.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion John McEnroe has been heavily criticised for his commentary at the 2026 US Open. McEnroe was at Arthur Ashe Stadium for Mariano Navone’s unlikely first-round victory over Novak Djokovic on Sunday night.
Maja Chwalinska’s Roland Garros breakthrough ended with a final defeat, but her funniest shot of the tournament may have come in the TV studio. The Polish qualifier reached the 2026 French Open final before losing 6-3, 6-2 to Mirra Andreeva on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
John McEnroe has kept a close eye on the women’s game since retiring, helped by his role as a commentator. The former world number one regularly works at tournaments, staying involved with the sport he once dominated.
American tennis isn’t exactly hurting for talent right now at least on the surface. The rankings show plenty of red, white and blue near the top, and on the women’s side especially, there’s been no shortage of big-stage success in recent years.
We have all been there. You are exhausted, your feet hurt, you are navigating the chaos of a busy terminal, and all you want to do is get through security and go home.
Tennis legend John McEnroe has always had a short fuse and he certainly lived up to that reputation during his eventful trip home from the Australian Open on Monday.