Tennis
Zverev clinches year-end ranking after Alcaraz upset
Alexander Zverev secured ATP year-end number one ranking after Carlos Alcaraz suffered an upset defeat at Shanghai Masters. The 29-year-old German is the first from his country and oldest first-time player to achieve the honor.
Polish Players Compete at Wuhan WTA Event
Polish tennis players Maja Chwalińska and Magdalena Fręch competed in first-round matches at the WTA tournament in Wuhan against international opponents. The matches were part of women's professional tennis competitions in Asia.
Bergs stuns top seed Alcaraz in Shanghai upset
Belgian player Zizou Bergs defeated world tennis contender Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets at the Shanghai Masters, extending the Spaniard's injury comeback struggles. The victory marks a significant upset in the tournament standings.
Zheng Qinwen wins China Open after long injury comeback
Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen defeated Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva to become the first home winner of the China Open tournament, capturing her first title in two years after elbow surgery. The victory marked an emotional triumph before her home crowd in Beijing.
Bartunkova Pairs With Chwalińska in Shanghai Doubles
Nikola Bartunkova, who recently defeated Aryna Sabalenka at the Beijing WTA tournament, has partnered with Polish player Maja Chwalińska for doubles competition at the Shanghai WTA event.
Swedish Table Tennis Duo Dominate European Championship Doubles
Swedish table tennis players Truls Möregårdh and Elias Ranefur delivered an impressive performance in the men's doubles at the European Championship. The pair described their dominant play as magical, advancing comfortably through the competition.
Zverev Advances; Shelton Falls in Shanghai
French player Arthur Gea pulled off a career-best upset to defeat American Ben Shelton in the Shanghai Masters third round. Zverev and other top-seeded players advanced in the ATP tournament's competitive draws.
Hurkacz Faces Zhou in Shanghai ATP Third Round
Polish tennis player Hubert Hurkacz advances to the third round of the Shanghai ATP tournament where he will face Zhou Yi, continuing his impressive campaign in the competition.
Zheng Charges Into China Open Final
Resurgent Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen defeated Elise Mertens 7-5, 6-2 to advance to the China Open final, continuing her injury comeback following elbow surgery. She faces Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, the French Open champion, for the title.
Hurkacz Faces Davidovich Fokina Rematch in Shanghai
Polish tennis player Hubert Hurkacz confronts Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in Shanghai's ATP tournament. The Spanish opponent recently defeated Hurkacz in the final of the Chengdu ATP event.
Zheng Withdraws from Wuhan Open After China Open Victory
Freshly crowned China Open champion Zheng Qinwen withdrew from the Wuhan Open tournament at home, citing fatigue and a right shoulder injury. The decision comes after her triumph at the prestigious Beijing tournament where she performed for home fans.
Swedish Table Tennis Player Masters Feared Backhand Serve
Elias Ranefur, a member of the world table tennis elite, achieved breakthrough success at age 30, partly due to his uniquely crafted racket and distinctive backhand serve. Ranefur is one of the few elite players who prefer backhand serving, a technique many opponents fear.
Polish Doubles Pair Competes at Shanghai ATP
Polish tennis players Jan Zieliński and Marc Polmans participated in ATP tournament matches in Shanghai against Chinese opponents. The matches were part of the ongoing Shanghai leg of professional tennis competitions.
Zheng Wins China Open in Historic Home Victory
Zheng Qinwen defeated Mirra Andreeva to become the first Chinese player to win the China Open tennis championship. The victory marks a significant achievement for the home nation and the rising tennis star.
Juan Carlos Ferrero Reflects on Life Beyond Tennis
Spain's former tennis champion Juan Carlos Ferrero discussed his transition from player to coach, working with rising star Carlos Alcaraz, and balancing achievement with personal fulfillment. He expressed regret about not enjoying his playing career more.