Fans Link Stan Wawrinka’s US Open Snub to Jannik Sinner Doping Remark

9 months ago

Fans Link Stan Wawrinka’s US Open Snub to Jannik Sinner Doping Remark

Wawrinka, ranked No. 146, missed out on a US Open wildcard despite past invites. After Sinner’s three-month doping suspension, he posted on X: “I do not believe in a clean sport anymore.” Fans suspect reprisal. “Not a good look,” one wrote. Another added, “This is what happens when you speak up against the establishment.”

By Nischay Rathore

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9 months ago

Fans Celebrate Marat Safin’s Surprise Appearance With Andrey Rublev at US Open

Safin, long rumored to face visa issues, was spotted alongside Rublev in New York, easing doubts after the Russian admitted he wasn’t sure his mentor could attend. Fans lit up online: “Marat is who Kyrgios thinks he is,” one joked. Another added, “He fully is the Dude now.” Others hailed his unmatched aura and shotmaking.

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Daniil Medvedev Jokes About Mirra Andreeva After Win Over Novak Djokovic

9 months ago

Daniil Medvedev Jokes About Mirra Andreeva After Win Over Novak Djokovic

Medvedev and Andreeva beat Djokovic and Olga Danilovic 4-2, 5-3 for their first US Open win as a duo. Interviewed by Sloane Stephens, Medvedev laughed, “I’m very grateful to Mirra that she doesn’t put pressure on me.” Hours later, the pair fell 4-1, 4-1 to top seeds Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals.

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Nick Kyrgios Withdraws From US Open Amid Ongoing Injury Struggles

9 months ago

Nick Kyrgios Withdraws From US Open Amid Ongoing Injury Struggles

Kyrgios pulled out of the US Open, extending an absence dating back to March’s Miami Open. The former Wimbledon finalist, who underwent knee and wrist surgeries, has played just three matches since 2022. His best New York run came in 2022, reaching the quarterfinals. Now 29, doubts grow over whether the Aussie will compete again.

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Darren Cahill Confident Jannik Sinner Will Be Fit for US Open After Illness

9 months ago

Darren Cahill Confident Jannik Sinner Will Be Fit for US Open After Illness

Coach Darren Cahill said Sinner is recovering from the virus that forced him to retire against Carlos Alcaraz in Cincinnati. “He’s feeling a bit better now… expected back on court Thursday. We are confident he’s going to be fine.” The defending champion has a scheduled practice with Francisco Comesana at Arthur Ashe Stadium before his opener.

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Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz Share Instagram Exchange After US Open Exit

9 months ago

Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz Share Instagram Exchange After US Open Exit

Raducanu and Alcaraz lost their US Open mixed doubles opener to Jessica Pegula and Jack Draper 4-2, 4-2. Still, Raducanu posted, “Crazy!! Thank you partner, had so much fun,” tagging Alcaraz, who replied, “Still waiting for those Spanish words… Thank you partner!” Fans enjoyed their pairing, though Pegula and Draper advanced, later beating Mirra Andreeva and Daniil Medvedev.

By Nischay Rathore

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