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Teen prodigy Rafael Jódar reshapes Spain's clay-court identity
sports2 months ago

Teen prodigy Rafael Jódar reshapes Spain's clay-court identity

Rising 19-year-old Rafael Jódar is reshaping Spain’s clay-court image, thrilling crowds with a Madrid Open win over Fonseca and powering to the French Open quarterfinals in his first Roland Garros appearance after a dramatic comeback against Carreño Busta; the UVA product blends aggressive baseline play with stamina, drew praise from Jannik Sinner, and has continued his ascent with a Rome Masters run, signaling a new era for Spanish men’s tennis.

via The New York Times|
#madrid-open#rafael-jodar#roland-garros
Kostyuk tops Andreeva to win Madrid Open WTA 1000 crown
sports3 months ago

Kostyuk tops Andreeva to win Madrid Open WTA 1000 crown

Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk defeated 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva 6-3, 7-5 to win the Madrid Open and her first WTA 1000 title, becoming one of the few players outside the top 20 to triumph in Madrid. Kostyuk broke for a 4-2 lead in the first set and sealed the win on her third championship point after Andreeva double-faulted at 6-5 in the second. Andreeva, in her third WTA 1000 final, was denied again. In doubles, Henry Patten and Harri Helioevaara won the men's title 6-3, 3-6, 10-7.

via BBC|
#madrid-open#marta-kostyuk#mirra-andreeva
Madrid Open under fire for treatment of women's tennis stars and denying speeches.
sports3 years ago

Madrid Open under fire for treatment of women's tennis stars and denying speeches.

The organizers of the Madrid Open have apologized to four leading tennis players following criticism of their treatment after the women’s doubles final on Sunday. The winners and losers accused organizers of not allowing them to speak after the match. Organizers were also accused of sexism after dressing the ball girls in crop tops and short skirts for the event, later swapping the skirts for long shorts in the men’s final on Sunday.

via CNN|
#apology#madrid-open#sexism
Madrid Open organizers apologize for mistreating women's tennis stars.
sports3 years ago

Madrid Open organizers apologize for mistreating women's tennis stars.

Madrid Open organisers have apologised for not allowing the women’s doubles finalists to speak on court after Sunday’s match. The Women’s Tennis Association is investigating the various issues raised regarding the treatment of its players at La Caja Mágica last week. The tournament’s chief executive, Gerard Tsobanian, has issued a public apology and stated that they are working internally and with the WTA to review their protocols and improve their process moving forward.

via The Guardian|
#aryna-sabalenka#coco-gauff#madrid-open
Controversy Surrounds Madrid Open Tennis Tournament.
sports3 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Madrid Open Tennis Tournament.

The Madrid Open faced controversies during the tournament, including differences in the cakes given to the champions, winners being barred from addressing the crowd, and the ball crew's outfits being criticized for being too revealing. The Spanish Association for Women in Professional Sport urged organizers to change the dress code policy. Despite the outcry, the Madrid Open organizers have not addressed the issues.

via Fox News|
#controversies#dress-code#madrid-open
Madrid Open Under Fire for Sexism and Silencing Women's Tennis Players.
sports3 years ago

Madrid Open Under Fire for Sexism and Silencing Women's Tennis Players.

The Madrid Open tennis tournament has faced criticism for dressing ball girls in crop tops and short skirts, with the outfits being changed to long shorts for the final. The women's doubles finalists were also not allowed to speak after the match, leading to accusations of sexism. Additionally, a controversy arose over the size of the birthday cakes given to the men's and women's singles champions, with tournament director Feliciano López defending the decision to give a single-tiered cake to women's champion Aryna Sabalenka.

via CNN|
#controversy#madrid-open#sexism
"Alcaraz secures back-to-back Madrid titles and eyes No. 1 ranking"
sports3 years ago

"Alcaraz secures back-to-back Madrid titles and eyes No. 1 ranking"

Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his Madrid Open title with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 win over lucky loser Jan-Lennard Struff, moving closer to recovering his world No. 1 ranking. Alcaraz, 20, of Spain, will be back at the top of the rankings going into the French Open if he plays at least one match at the upcoming Italian Open. It was Alcaraz's 29th win of the season, and his 21st straight in Spain going back to a loss to Rafael Nadal in Madrid on his 18th birthday two years ago.

via ESPN|
#carlos-alcaraz#jan-lennard-struff#madrid-open