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'I've been ambitious since I was a very young girl' - Maria Sharapova on what drives her success post-retirement

After a successful career on the WTA Tour that saw her rise to the pinnacle of the sport, former Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova has admitted her "workaholic" nature keeps her going even after retirement.

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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12

'It's possible to catch up with them' - Casper Ruud believes Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are not unbeatable

Despite being the two most dominant players on the ATP Tour at the moment, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner can be defeated when at their prime, says Norwegian tennis star Casper Ruud.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 12

Legendary Monica Seles reveals she's battling myasthenia gravis

Nine-time Grand Slam champion Monica Seles is battling a new challenge: a neuromuscular autoimmune disease called myasthenia gravis. The 51-year-old Seles is going public about the condition she was diagnosed with three years ago.

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The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

How many of the men to win the Wimbledon tennis championship since its inception in 1877 can you name? Note: The tournament was not held from 1915-18 during the First World War, and from 1940-1945 during the Second World War, and in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.Last names are acceptable as answers.

The 'Men's Australian Open tennis champions' quiz

The 'Men's singles French Open champions' quiz

The 'Men's singles U.S. Open champion' quiz

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 12

Jasmine Paolini, Barbora Krejcikova take down Americans in Cincinnati

No. 7 seed Jasmine Paolini of Italy pulled out a 7-6 (2), 6-1 win over No. 26 seed Ashlyn Krueger, who was one of three Americans to fall during third-round play at the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday in Mason, Ohio.

Tennis News / Bleacher Report / August 12

Watch: Q&A with Tennis stars at the Cincinnati Open

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 12

Carlos Alcaraz cracks 50-win mark with Cincinnati success

Carlos Alcaraz put his name in the record book alongside Novak Djokovic when he secured a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Serbia's Hamad Medjedovic on Tuesday in third-round action at the Cincinnati Open in Mason, Ohio.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Terrence Atmane’s Rise to Prominence Continues in Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Masters has begun, and there is a buzz in Mason, Ohio. The return of players like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka onto the tour after a hectic Wimbledon has gotten many glued to their seats to watch some good hard-court tennis.

Jannik Sinner News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

ATP Cincinnati Day 7 Predictions Including Jannik Sinner vs Adrian Mannarino

The ATP Cincinnati Masters 1000 tournament in 2025 is all set for an exciting close. We are moving towards the quarterfinal matches, and as ever, we preview and predict all matches scheduled for you.

Carlos Alcaraz News / Total Apex Sports / August 12

Carlos Alcaraz Defeats Hamad Medjedovic To Advance To 4th Round At Cincinnati Open

Carlos Alcaraz didn’t break much of a sweat beating Hamad Medjedovic 6-4, 6-4 at the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday. That is more than we can say for half the other players melting like ice cream cones in the Ohio furnace.

Tennis News / The Spun / August 12

Women's Tennis Star Complains About Crying Baby During Match

Women's British tennis star Emma Raducanu did some crying of her own on Monday after calling for her match to be halted due to an upset baby in the stands.

Tommy Paul News / Tennis Infinity / August 12

Tommy Paul Reveals How He Proposed To His Girlfriend Paige Lorenze

Tommy Paul recently became engaged to his long-term partner and provided details about how he popped the question at the 2025 Cincinnati Open. Despite

Jannik Sinner News / FirstSportz / August 12

Darren Cahill Opens Up About Jannik Sinner’s Relentless Desire to 'Show Up in Big Tournaments'

Jannik Sinner has now spent 14 consecutive months at the top of the men’s rankings and holds over 3,000 points lead above World No.2 Carlos Alcaraz. The Italian star has also been the most consistent player on tour and always plays his best tennis in big tournaments, particularly in Grand Slam events.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / August 12

Casper Ruud Aspires to Catch up With Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the ATP Tour

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have been dominant forces in men’s tennis, but Casper Ruud believes they can be beaten. The Norwegian star, currently ranked inside the ATP’s top 10, said he would not still be competing if he did not believe he could challenge any player on tour.

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The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz

The 'NFL single-season reception leaders' quiz

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'MLB active hits leaders' quiz

Frances Tiafoe News / Tennis Infinity / August 12

Frances Tiafoe To Extend His Laver Cup Record With Another Participation

Frances Tiafoe is a record holder at the Laver Cup, and he will continue to be a record holder also after the eighth edition of this popular exhibition.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Jannik Sinner Chasing Djokovic, Nadal, Federer and Murray's Historic Win Streaks

Jannik Sinner might be one of the newer faces in tennis, but he’s wasting no time making his mark on the sport’s history. Fresh off his first Wimbledon crown where he put on an absolute clinic in the final, the Italian star now has his sights set on the Cincinnati Masters.

Jessica Pegula News / FirstSportz / August 12

Jessica Pegula Slams the US Open for the Drastic Overhaul of the Mixed Doubles Format

Jessica Pegula has criticized the US Open organizers for overhauling the mixed doubles format, which is now centered on attracting more spectators and sponsors, but has pushed mixed doubles specialist players out of it.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / August 12

Jessica Pegula Reveals How Her Retirement Decision Left Coco Gauff Mad

Jessica Pegula has planned to retire around the age of 35. But Coco Gauff is against this decision as she would rather want her compatriot to play at least till the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / August 12

Gauff Moves Into Next Round In Cincinnati After Yastremska Withdraws

Coco Gauff made it to the fourth round of the 2025 Cincinnati Open without having to lift a finger. Gauff's last few months have been a proper rollercoaster.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 12

Alejandro Tabilo replaces Grigor Dimitrov (pectoral) in U.S. Open draw

Grigor Dimitrov withdrew from the U.S. Open on Tuesday as he continues to recover from a chest injury. The 34-year-old Bulgarian held a two-set lead over World No.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Emma Raducanu Has Reasons To Be Optimistic For New York

As Emma Raducanu gears up for another go at the US Open, she can take a lot of confidence from her display in Cincinnati. Following an impressive opening win over Olga Danilovic, the Briton pushed world#1 Aryna Sabalenka all the way, in a classic three-setter lasting three hours and nine minutes.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

WTA Cincinnati Day 7 Predictions Including Iga Swiatek vs Sorana Cirstea

Day seven at WTA Cincinnati features a star-studded line-up and there should be plenty of entertaining tennis for the fans watching in Ohio and around the globe.

Jannik Sinner News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12

'As many matches as possible with less tournaments as possible' - Jannik Sinner outlines scheme to sustain number one ranking

World number one Jannik Sinner has taken the tennis world by storm over the past couple of years. Having won three Grand Slams and achieved a commanding number one status, he aims to remain there for as long as possible.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 11

Cincinnati Open interrupted by power outage

The Round of 32 at the Cincinnati Open was suspended late Monday afternoon when the tennis facility in Mason, Ohio, experienced a power outage. Photos from reporters on the scene captured smoke ostensibly coming from on-site generators at Lindner Family Tennis Center.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 11

Aryna Sabalenka outlasts Emma Raducanu in Cincinnati third round

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus needed three hours and nine minutes to vanquish 30th seed Emma Raducanu 7-6 (3), 4-6, 7-6 (5) to advance to the fourth round of the Cincinnati Open on Monday in Mason, Ohio.