Learnen Tien Calls Facing Novak Djokovic at US Open ‘Dream Come True’

11 months ago

Learnen Tien Calls Facing Novak Djokovic at US Open ‘Dream Come True’

Teenager Tien, fresh in the top 50, will debut at Arthur Ashe against 24-time major winner Djokovic. “Facing Novak at the US Open is an amazing opportunity… a childhood dream,” he said. Having already beaten Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev this year, the 18-year-old views the clash as a priceless step in his rapid rise.

By Nischay Rathore

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Emma Raducanu Opens Up on Negativity Since 2021 US Open Win

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Emma Raducanu Opens Up on Negativity Since 2021 US Open Win

Raducanu admitted fame’s downside hit hard after her shock 2021 title: “I let the world of negativity impact me… it affected me a lot.” Now ranked No. 35, she feels “happier and more relaxed” under new coach Francisco Roig. The 22-year-old opens against qualifier Ena Shibahara, who she beat in Nottingham last year.

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Jannik Sinner Reveals He’d Have Quit Tennis Without Top-200 Breakthrough

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Jannik Sinner Reveals He’d Have Quit Tennis Without Top-200 Breakthrough

Sinner admitted he promised his parents he’d retire at 23 or 24 if not ranked inside the top 200: “We couldn’t afford it… Traveling costs a lot.” Instead, he cracked the top 100 at 18, now owns 21 titles and four Slams. “The position I’m in today was way beyond my dreams,” he said.

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Jannik Sinner Confirms Virus Hit Ahead of US Open Title Defense

11 months ago

Jannik Sinner Confirms Virus Hit Ahead of US Open Title Defense

Sinner retired against Carlos Alcaraz in Cincinnati and withdrew from mixed doubles after contracting a virus. “I have recovered mostly, not 100 percent yet, but we are aiming to be there in a couple of days,” he said. The defending champion, who beat Taylor Fritz in last year’s final, opens against Vit Kopriva in New York.

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Ben Shelton Shares Excitement Ahead of First US Open Main Draw Match

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Ben Shelton Shares Excitement Ahead of First US Open Main Draw Match

Shelton, seeded No. 6, debuts against Ignacio Buse in New York after lifting his first Masters 1000 in Toronto. “It took me a while to figure out how to express my character… I think I play my best tennis when I express my emotions,” he said. The 21-year-old believes he’s found balance entering Flushing Meadows.

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Jannik Sinner Highlights Carlos Alcaraz’s Unique Ability Before US Open

11 months ago

Jannik Sinner Highlights Carlos Alcaraz’s Unique Ability Before US Open

Sinner, who begins his US Open against Vit Kopriva, praised rival Alcaraz’s speed: “With other players the point could be over, but he reaches certain balls and reads the game differently.” The pair have split Grand Slam finals this year, with Alcaraz leading their rivalry 9-6. Sinner warned, “If we don’t improve, players will catch us.”

By Nischay Rathore

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