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Medvedev Disqualified at China Open After Striking Spectator in Eye
sports4 days ago

Medvedev Disqualified at China Open After Striking Spectator in Eye

Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from the China Open semifinal against Novak Djokovic after hitting a ball into the crowd, injuring a spectator in the eye. The incident occurred when Medvedev was trailing 7-5, 5-3, and he immediately walked to the net to shake hands with Djokovic. Djokovic, who faces a similar disqualification history, expressed sympathy for both the injured fan and Medvedev. Medvedev will lose points and prize money, while Djokovic advances to the final with a perfect 33-0 record at the tournament.

via aljazeera.com|
#atp#china-open#daniil-medvedev
Djokovic Beats Zverev in Beijing Despite Controversial Point Replay
sports5 days ago

Djokovic Beats Zverev in Beijing Despite Controversial Point Replay

Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the China Open on Sunday, extending his unbeaten Beijing streak to 32 matches. The match featured a controversial early point replay involving an LED screen change, which Djokovic criticized as 'stupid.' Djokovic, 39, overcame a slow start to reach the semi-finals, where he will face Daniil Medvedev.

via Tennishead|
#alexander-zverev#atp#china-open
Nishikori Ends Career with Japan Open Loss to Tiafoe
sports9 days ago

Nishikori Ends Career with Japan Open Loss to Tiafoe

Kei Nishikori retired from professional tennis after losing to Frances Tiafoe in the first round of the Japan Open in Tokyo. The 36-year-old Japanese star, who won the event in 2012 and 2014, received a farewell tribute from peers including Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray. Tiafoe, ranked No. 8, defeated Nishikori in a match that marked the end of a career featuring 12 ATP titles and a historic rise to the top 10.

via BBC|
#atp#japan-open#kei-nishikori
Djokovic Extends Beijing Streak to 30 Wins Despite Physical Struggles
sports9 days ago

Djokovic Extends Beijing Streak to 30 Wins Despite Physical Struggles

Novak Djokovic defeated Nuno Borges 6-3, 7-6 (7-2) at the China Open, securing his 30th consecutive victory in Beijing and his first win since the Wimbledon semi-finals. Despite requiring a medical timeout for shoulder and back issues, the 39-year-old advanced to the second round, where he will face Chinese wildcard Bu Yunchaokete. In the women's draw, Great Britain's Katie Boulter won 6-3, 6-4 to set up a rematch against Karolina Muchova.

via BBC|
#atp#china-open#novak-djokovic
science2 months ago

REM Dreams Hint at a Hidden Brain Energy Paradox

A mouse study from Tohoku University shows that during REM sleep, blood flow and astrocyte-derived fuel rise, but neuronal ATP declines, suggesting energy delivery and usage are temporarily out of sync as dreaming triggers intense brain activity. This energy mismatch means more blood flow doesn’t automatically boost usable energy, and the brain may reorganize energy flow to support internal processing and memory, helping explain why dreaming can feel tiring and how sleep maintains neural efficiency.

via SciTechDaily|
#astrocytes#atp#brain-metabolism
Creatine: Brain Fuel and Muscle Power Beyond the Gym
science5 months ago

Creatine: Brain Fuel and Muscle Power Beyond the Gym

Creatine is a naturally produced molecule stored mainly in muscle that rapidly regenerates ATP to power high‑energy tissues like muscle and brain; beyond athletic performance, it may support memory, processing speed, and mood, with potential anti‑inflammatory/antioxidant benefits in clinical contexts—though effects vary by baseline levels, dosing, and individual physiology. It is not a steroid, is generally safe for healthy individuals, and stores saturate, with excess excreted as creatinine.

via Neuroscience News|
#atp#cognition#creatine
Creatine: Beyond muscles to brain health and potential therapies
science5 months ago

Creatine: Beyond muscles to brain health and potential therapies

Creatine, long used to boost muscle energy, may also support brain function and offer therapeutic potential for aging-related decline and certain diseases. The review covers how creatine is produced, stored as phosphocreatine to regenerate ATP, and how dosing (loading ~20 g/day for 5–7 days, then 3–5 g/day) and absorption affect uptake. It notes possible benefits for memory and mood, but emphasizes that results vary and more robust trials are needed; creatine is generally safe for healthy individuals, with kidney concerns warranting medical advice.

via ScienceDaily|
#atp#brain-health#creatine
Kei Nishikori to retire after 2026 season
sports5 months ago

Kei Nishikori to retire after 2026 season

Kei Nishikori announced on social media that he will retire from professional tennis at the end of the 2026 season; the Japanese star, a former world No. 4 and 12-time ATP singles winner, reflected on a career highlighted by a 2014 US Open final and top-10 consistency, while currently around No. 464 and having last played Cincinnati last year and a Savannah Challenger recently, thanking his family and supporters as he plans to finish the year.

via ATP Tour|
#atp#japan#nishikori
Medvedev and Sinner Turn Indian Wells Final into High-Stakes Showdown
sports6 months ago

Medvedev and Sinner Turn Indian Wells Final into High-Stakes Showdown

In the BNP Paribas Open final, world No. 2 Jannik Sinner faces former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev as they clash for the Indian Wells title. Medvedev has surged back into form, beating Alcaraz to reach the final and reclaim a Top 10 spot, while Sinner arrives unbeaten to the final on hard courts and seeks his first title of 2026, a result that could accelerate his charge in the ATP rankings.

via ATP Tour|
#atp#indian-wells#medvedev
Tennis World Faces Urgent Issues as Top Players Achieve Major Wins
sports1 year ago

Tennis World Faces Urgent Issues as Top Players Achieve Major Wins

The ATP and WTA Tours are urged to hold an urgent meeting to address serious issues with the tennis calendar, including player withdrawals due to fatigue and illness, as well as tournament organization problems highlighted by the Cincinnati Open. These issues threaten the health of players and the quality of the sport, prompting calls for immediate action to prevent further problems. The 2025 tennis season is nearing its end with 20 tournaments remaining, including the US Open starting August 24.

via The Tennis Gazette|
#atp#calendar-issues#player-health