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US Open players complain courts smell of cannabis

Professional tennis players at the US Open have raised concerns over the distinct smell of cannabis wafting onto the courts from nearby public areas in New York, where recreational use is now legal.

Emma Raducanu parts ways with LTA support

In a surprising move, US Open champion Emma Raducanu has ended her formal performance partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, choosing to assemble her own private team ahead of the 2024 season.

Serena Williams hails Sharapova's Hall of Fame induction

In a powerful display of sportsmanship, Serena Williams congratulates rival Maria Sharapova on her International Tennis Hall of Fame induction, celebrating their legendary rivalry and Sharapova's extraordinary career.

US Open 2025 Plans Radical Seeding System Overhaul

Exclusive: The US Open is poised to implement a groundbreaking 'Top 16 only' seeding system for 2025, dramatically altering tournament dynamics and potentially reshaping players' championship fortunes.

Tennis pro earns more on OnlyFans than entire career

American tennis professional Sachia Vickery reveals her successful pivot to OnlyFans, earning more in weeks than her entire tennis career, and sparking conversation about athlete finances in women's sports.

OnlyFans Tennis Star Claps Back After US Open Axes Match

British tennis player and OnlyFans creator Lily Mather confronts her detractors after a controversial social media post led to the cancellation of her US Open qualifying match. The sports world is divided over the clash between modern athlete branding and

Queensland Corruption: 33% Witnessed It, 54% Silent

A damning report from Queensland's corruption watchdog reveals a deep-seated culture of silence, with 33% of public servants witnessing corruption and 54% failing to report it. Discover the alarming findings and the call for urgent reform.

Kyle Edmund retires from tennis due to injuries

Former British No. 1 Kyle Edmund has retired from professional tennis after a career plagued by injuries, including multiple knee surgeries. The 2018 Australian Open semi-finalist reached a career-high ranking of 14.

Hewett analyses Wimbledon semi-final defeat

British wheelchair tennis star Alfie Hewett opens up about his Wimbledon semi-final defeat, sharing lessons learned and his determination to bounce back stronger.

The brutal reality of life below elite tennis

Life below the elite tiers of professional tennis is a gruelling battle for survival, with players facing financial hardship, relentless travel, and minimal rewards. This is the untold story of the Challenger circuit.

Teen Mboko stuns Rybakina in Montreal thriller

16-year-old Canadian prodigy Victoria Mboko shocks the tennis community by defeating Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a thrilling match at the National Bank Open in Montreal.

De Minaur wins Washington title over Fokina

Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur clinches the Washington title with a commanding performance against Spain's Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in a thrilling final.

Emma Raducanu: 'No friends in tennis'

British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu reveals the isolating reality of professional tennis, admitting she has no close friends on the tour. Discover her candid thoughts on the challenges of life at the top.

Zelenskyy faces EU backlash over corruption reforms

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposed reforms to the country's anti-corruption agency have sparked protests in the EU, raising concerns over Ukraine's commitment to transparency.

Raducanu Triumphs at DC Open

British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu secures a thrilling win against Marta Kostyuk at the DC Open, marking another milestone in her comeback journey.

Tara Moore cleared in doping ban appeal

British tennis player Tara Moore has been exonerated by the Court of Arbitration for Sport after a contaminated meat scandal led to an 18-month suspension.

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