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tennis3 days ago

Djokovic Secures 102nd Title in Beijing as De Minaur Retires Injured

Novak Djokovic won his 102nd career tour-level title at the China Open on October 6, 2026, after Alex de Minaur retired with a groin injury in the second set of the final. The 39-year-old Serbian, who had not won a title in over a year, extended his perfect record in Beijing to 34-0 and became the first man to win a tour-level trophy in 21 consecutive seasons. Djokovic defeated top seed Alexander Zverev in the quarter-finals and advanced to the final after Daniil Medvedev was disqualified for hitting a spectator. In other news, Carlos Alcaraz defended his Japan Open title, while Jannik Sinner confirmed he will miss the rest of the 2026 season due to a knee injury.

via Tennishead|

#alex-de-minaur #atp-tour #carlos-alcaraz

tennis3 days ago•4 min saved

Djokovic Claims 102nd Title in Beijing as De Minaur Retires Injured

Novak Djokovic won his 102nd career singles title at the China Open after Alex de Minaur retired injured in the final. The 39-year-old Serbian extended his perfect record in Beijing to 34-0, becoming the first man to win a tour-level title in 21 consecutive seasons. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz defended his Japan Open title, marking his third tournament since a wrist injury.

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#alex-de-minaur #atp-tour #carlos-alcaraz

sports21 days ago•4 min saved

Clijsters Finds Zverev’s Alcaraz-Tactics Talk Intriguing After US Open Win

Former pro Kim Clijsters reacted to Alexander Zverev’s post‑match remarks about Carlos Alcaraz after Zverev’s US Open final win, calling the openness about tactics intriguing and noting how aggression, rhythm, and smart shot selection can influence big-match outcomes. She contrasted Zverev’s patient, strategic baseline play with her own experiences against players like Serena and Venus Williams, and highlighted how Zverev’s ability to mix patience with timely aggression helped him win despite not being at peak level.

via Tennishead|

#alexander-zverev #carlos-alcaraz #kim-clijsters

sports29 days ago•1 min saved

Rodman returns to Spirit practice after late-night US Open run

Trinity Rodman returned to Washington Spirit training after attending her boyfriend Ben Shelton's marathon US Open match that ended at 3:33 a.m. ET, driving five hours from New York to join practice by 11 a.m. ET and arriving 90 minutes early. She posted a TikTok from the day and was back in gear ahead of the Spirit's Sept. 13 game against Boston Legacy, with a potential scheduling clash looming if Shelton advances to the semifinal against Frances Tiafoe on Sept. 11.

via USA Today|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #sports

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Shelton Edges Alcaraz in Five-Set US Open Thriller to Reach Semis

Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a marathon US Open quarterfinal, winning 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6(7) to reach the semifinals. Shelton’s serve peaked at 149 mph and, despite some rough patches, he rode a late-night surge and timely returns to outlast Alcaraz and set up an all-American semifinal against Frances Tiafoe.

via Defector|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #five-set-match

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Shelton Upsets Alcaraz in Marathon US Open Thriller, Reaches All-American Semifinal

Ben Shelton stunned No. 2 seed Carlos Alcaraz in a US Open five-set thriller that finished at 3:33 a.m. ET, marking Shelton’s first Grand Slam win over a top-5 opponent and sending him to an all-American semifinal against Frances Tiafoe; Alcaraz’s streak of four straight Grand Slam finals ends as the match was decided by a 10-point final-set tiebreak.

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#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #five-set

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Shelton outlasts Alcaraz in record-late U.S. Open thriller to reach semis

Ben Shelton defeated defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a record-breaking five-set U.S. Open quarterfinal that finished at 3:33 a.m. after 4 hours and 28 minutes, sending Shelton to the semifinals to face Francis Tiafoe and ensuring an American would be in the final, while snapping Alcaraz’s 18-match Grand Slam win streak.

via NBC News|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #quarterfinals

sports1 month ago•8 min saved

Shelton edges Alcaraz in record-breaking late-night U.S. Open showdown

Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a record-breaking late-night U.S. Open battle, winning 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6(10-7) and sealing the match with a 146 mph ace to reach the final against Frances Tiafoe.

via The New York Times|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #latenight

sports1 month ago•17 min saved

Alcaraz attacks the night as Shelton fight persists in US Open quarter-final

Live updates from Arthur Ashe show Carlos Alcaraz taking the first set in a tight tiebreak, Ben Shelton answering with a dominant 6-1 second set, Shelton then claiming the third 6-3 to level the match, and Alcaraz racing to a 3-0 lead in the fourth after an early break as the US Open quarter-final stretches into the early hours.

via The Guardian|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #live-updates

sports-tennis1 month ago•3 min saved

Henman Declares Alcaraz's Forehand the Greatest in Tennis History After US Open Victory

Tim Henman hailed Carlos Alcaraz's forehand as possibly the greatest in tennis history after Alcaraz beat Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarterfinals; back from a long-term injury, Alcaraz showed 23 forehand winners and strengthened his status as the title favorite.

via Tennishead|

#carlos-alcaraz #forehand #sports-tennis

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Roddick: Alcaraz's US Open form looks scarier than ever after Paul win

Andy Roddick praised Carlos Alcaraz's commanding US Open win over Tommy Paul, noting his forehand and overall game were firing despite his wrist injury, and highlighted the growing level as Alcaraz navigates a tough path toward defending the title (including a quarterfinal with Ben Shelton and potential meetings with Tiafoe or Michelsen).

via Tennishead|

#andy-roddick #carlos-alcaraz #forehand

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Alcaraz Back to His Best as Paul Sees Sharper, More Varied Game

Carlos Alcaraz cruised past Tommy Paul in straight sets at the US Open to reach the quarterfinals, signaling a strong return from his four-month layoff. Paul praised Alcaraz’s faster forehand, improved return, and a more varied second serve, noting a clear evolution in his game. The win extends Alcaraz’s grip on their head-to-head to 7-2, across four majors.

via Tennishead|

#carlos-alcaraz #injury-return #sports

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Navratilova hails Alcaraz's stunning US Open comeback

Martina Navratilova called Carlos Alcaraz an 'alien' for his rapid return from a wrist injury to dominate the US Open, praising his forehand and speed as he becomes the title favourite, and noting his 27-3 US Open record and one of the Open Era’s top Grand Slam win rates.

via Tennishead|

#carlos-alcaraz #injury-comeback #martina-navratilova

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Alcaraz signals return to peak with straight-sets win over Paul at US Open

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul in straight sets at the US Open, dominating with aggressive play and relentless pressure on return games. After four months away, he said he’s back to his best and is enjoying competing at New York, signaling continued strong form as he defends his title.

via Tennishead|

#carlos-alcaraz #grand-slam #sports

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Alcaraz Powers Past Wu to Reach US Open Round of 16 on Comeback

Carlos Alcaraz, back from a wrist injury after 139 days, beat Wu Yibing 6-3 6-4 6-1 to reach the US Open fourth round, saying he’s getting better with every match. He now faces Tommy Paul, with the draw open for potential late-stage clashes, including a possible semifinal with Daniil Medvedev.

via BBC|

#carlos-alcaraz #injury-comeback #sports