Thursday, December 31, 2020

Andy Murray pulls out of ATP event in Delray Beach

Britain's former world number one Andy Murray pulls out of next week's ATP event in Delray Beach - but not because of injury concerns.

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Australian Open: Ashleigh Barty to partner Jennifer Brady as Jamie Murray reunites with Bruno Soares

World number one Ashley Barty will partner American Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open doubles competition.

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Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Indian Wells tournament postponed over coronavirus concerns

The Indian Wells tournament, scheduled to take place in California in March 2021, is postponed due to coronavirus concerns, the ATP says.

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Monday, December 28, 2020

Australian Open: Roger Federer to miss the 2021 tournament

Six-time champion Roger Federer will miss the Australian Open for the first time in his career as he continues his recovery from knee surgery.

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Sunday, December 27, 2020

Andy Murray awarded wildcard for February's delayed Australian Open

Andy Murray gets a wildcard for February's Australian Open, two years after what looked like his final appearance.

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Thursday, December 24, 2020

Australian Open: Katie Boulter to join Johanna Konta & Heather Watson in main draw

Britain's Katie Boulter is set to join Johanna Konta and Heather Watson in the Australian Open main draw after using an injury-protected ranking to enter.

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Heather Watson and Anton Matusevich top inaugural event

Heather Watson and Anton Matusevich win the Battle of the Brits Premier League of Tennis after topping the women's and men's standings respectively.

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Advent calendar: Day 23 - Andy Murray & Naomi Broady's 'remarkable' match point in Battle of the Brits

Day 23 of BBC Sport's advent calendar is the moment Union Jacks' Andy Murray and Naomi Broady win the penultimate Battle of the Brits tie.

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Andy Murray beats Cameron Norrie at Battle of the Brits

Andy Murray continues in promising form at the Battle of the Brits, beating Cameron Norrie in straight sets.

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Monday, December 21, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Jack Draper beats Cameron Norrie on day two

Teenager Jack Draper gains a shock win over Cameron Norrie on day two of the Battle of the Brits in Roehampton.

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Sunday, December 20, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Andy Murray beats Dan Evans in Roehampton

Andy Murray is in impressive form in his first match since October as he defeats British number one Dan Evans at Battle of the Brits.

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Thursday, December 17, 2020

Spirograph & dancing in kitchens - Advent Answers with Judy Murray

Tennis coach Judy Murray faces our Christmas questions in day 17 of BBC Sport Scotland's Advent Answers series.

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Australian Open 2021: Delayed tournament to start on 8 February

The Australian Open will start on 8 February next year after being pushed back because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Andy Murray and Heather Watson in event line-up

Andy Murray and Heather Watson are among the players who will compete in the Battle of the Brits event at Roehampton from 20-23 December.

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Monday, December 14, 2020

Roger Federer in 'tight' race for 2021 Australian Open

Swiss 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer says he faces a "tight" race to be fit to play at the Australian Open.

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

Andy Lapthorne: British wheelchair tennis player criticises sport for 'ableism'

Leading British wheelchair tennis player Andy Lapthorne tells the BBC that ableism is an issue in his sport.

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Laura Robson 'proud' to be back on court after injuries

After practising for the first time since having hip surgery a year ago, Laura Robson says she feared she would never "make it back on court".

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Andy Murray says tennis players should 'probably' be required to take Covid vaccine

Andy Murray thinks tennis players should "probably" be required to take a Covid-19 vaccine to be able to continue to play on the tour.

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Australian Open 2021: Short delay to Grand Slam 'likely' says government minister

The Australian Open is expected to be postponed by one or two weeks, says a Victoria government minister.

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Andy Murray: Olympic medal in Tokyo is prime targets for 2021

Andy Murray says winning another Olympic medal in Tokyo is one of his prime targets for 2021.

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Johanna Konta reunites with former coach Dimitri Zavialoff after brief split

British number one Johanna Konta reunites with her former coach Dimitri Zavialoff after parting ways earlier this year.

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Lewis Hamilton: Andy Murray says F1 champion deserves knighthood

Three-time Grand Slam winner Andy Murray believes Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton deserves to join him as a British sporting knight.

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Monday, November 23, 2020

ATP Finals 2020: Why Daniil Medvedev did not celebrate London win

Daniil Medvedev claims the biggest win of his career at the ATP Finals but does not celebrate and says he never will.

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ATP Finals 2020: London says goodbye to season-ending tournament

As the ATP Finals tournament moves from London to Turin, BBC Sport looks at the memorable moments from 12 years of tennis.

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Sunday, November 22, 2020

ATP Finals 2020: Daniil Medvedev fights back to beat Dominic Thiem in London - watch best shots

Watch the best shots as Daniil Medvedev fights back to beat US Open champion Dominic Thiem 4-6 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 and win the biggest title of his career at the ATP Finals in London.

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ATP Finals 2020: Daniil Medvedev beats Dominic Thiem to take title

Daniil Medvedev fights back to beat US Open champion Dominic Thiem and win the biggest title of his career at the ATP Finals.

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Saturday, November 21, 2020

ATP Finals 2020: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram beaten in semi-finals

Briton Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram agonisingly miss out on the doubles final of the ATP Finals as they lose their semi-final on a match tie-break.

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ATP Finals: Dominic Thiem fights past Novak Djokovic to reach final - best shots

Watch the best shots as Austrian Dominic Thiem beats world number one Novak Djokovic in three sets to reach the final of the ATP Finals.

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ATP Finals 2020: Dominic Thiem beats Novak Djokovic to reach London final

Dominic Thiem fights his way past world number one Novak Djokovic to book a place in the title decider at the ATP Finals in London.

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Friday, November 20, 2020

ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev to make semi-finals

Watch the best shots as Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev 6-3 7-6 (7-4) to reach the last four of the ATP Finals at the O2 Arena.

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ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev to make semi-finals

Novak Djokovic defeats Alexander Zverev in straight sets to reach the last four of the ATP Finals in London.

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram reach last four of doubles

Briton Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram reach the ATP Finals last four for the first time, beating Germans Kevin Krawietz and Andreas Mies.

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ATP Finals 2020: Andrey Rublev beats already-qualified Dominic Thiem

Watch the best shots as Russian debutant Andrey Rublev earned his first ATP Finals victory in a dead rubber against Austrian third seed Dominic Thiem.

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Jamie Murray & Bruno Soares reunite for 2021 season

Britain's seven-time Grand Slam doubles champion Jamie Murray will reunite with his former partner Bruno Soares for the 2021 season.

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ATP Finals 2020: Dominic Thiem loses to Andrey Rublev in London

Russian debutant Andrey Rublev earns his first ATP Finals victory in a dead rubber against already-qualified Dominic Thiem.

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ATP Finals 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Diego Schwartzman to keep alive finals hopes

Watch the best shots as Alexander Zverev boosts his ATP Finals hopes with victory over Diego Schwartzman in London.

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

ATP Finals 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Diego Schwartzman to keep alive hopes

Former champion Alexander Zverev boosts his ATP Finals hopes with victory over Diego Schwartzman in London.

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Australian Open start in doubt because of Covid-19 quarantine measures

There is considerable doubt as to whether January's Australian Open can be staged in Melbourne as planned.

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

ATP Finals: Dominic Thiem beats Rafael Nadal in straight sets

Watch the best shots as Dominic Thiem beats Rafael Nadal at the ATP Finals 7-6 (9-7) 7-6 (7-4) for his second victory of the season-ending event at the in London.

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ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram beaten by Wesley Koolhof and Nikola Mektic

Briton Joe Salisbury and American Rajeev Ram are beaten in their second match in the doubles event at the ATP Finals in London on Tuesday.

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ATP Finals 2020: Dominic Thiem beats Rafael Nadal in high-quality match

Dominic Thiem beats Rafael Nadal by winning two tie-breaks in a superb match at the ATP Finals in London.

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Monday, November 16, 2020

ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic thumps Diego Schwartzman in opener - best shots

Watch the best shots as Novak Djokovic beat Diego Schwartzman in straight sets in his opening match of the ATP finals.

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ATP Finals 2020: Novak Djokovic beats Diego Schwartzman in straight sets

Novak Djokovic starts his bid for a record-equalling sixth ATP Finals title with a dominant win over Argentine Diego Schwartzman.

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Sunday, November 15, 2020

ATP Finals: GB's Joe Salisbury & American Rajeev Ram win doubles opener

Britain's Joe Salisbury and American partner Rajeev Ram brush aside a lack of practice to win their ATP Finals opener.

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ATP Finals 2020: Dominic Thiem takes revenge on Stefanos Tsitsipas with opening win

Watch the best shots as Dominic Thiem takes revenge on Stefanos Tsitsipas by beating last year’s champion 7-6 (7-5) 4-6 6-3 at the ATP Finals in London.

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ATP Finals 2020: Dominic Thiem beats Stefanos Tsitsipas in London opener

Dominic Thiem avenges his defeat by Stefanos Tsitsipas in last year's final with a three-set win as the ATP Finals begin in London for the final time.

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Saturday, November 14, 2020

ATP Finals 2020: Rafael Nadal & Novak Djokovic head field in London farewell

Eight of the world's best men's players will close a fragmented 2020 season by battling to be champion at the last ATP Finals event in London before it moves to Turin.

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Friday, November 13, 2020

Jamie Murray & Neal Skupski miss out on ATP Finals in London

British pair Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski see their bid to claim the last spot at the ATP Finals ended by a victory for their nearest rivals.

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'Long covid': Grigor Dimitrov on still suffering from coronavirus symptoms

BBC Sport speaks to world number three tennis player Grigor Dimitrov about the long-lasting effects of coronavirus.

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ATP Finals quiz: What can you remember about London hosting event?

London will host the ATP Finals for a final time before the event moves to Turin - what can you remember about its 12 years in Britain?

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Thursday, November 12, 2020

ATP Finals: Rafael Nadal drawn with Dominic Thiem & Stefanos Tsitsipas

Spain's Rafael Nadal is drawn in an exciting group containing US Open champion Dominic Thiem as he looks to win a maiden ATP Finals title.

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Jamie Murray & Neal Skupski continue bid for ATP Finals spot

British pair Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski continue their bid to claim the last spot at next week's ATP Finals by reaching the Sofia Open final.

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ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury's journey from setbacks to Grand Slam success

British doubles player Joe Salisbury enjoys flying under the radar but his Grand Slam success is putting him in the spotlight.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

ATP Finals: Jamie Murray & Neal Skupksi into Sofia semi-finals to keep hopes alive

Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski reach the semi-finals at the Sofia Open - an event they must win to stand a chance of making the ATP Finals.

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Lawn Tennis Association's 2020 income falls by 40% because of coronavirus pandemic

The Lawn Tennis Association says its income has fallen by about 40% - or £30m - in 2020, as a result of Covid-19.

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Monday, November 9, 2020

ATP Finals: Jamie Murray & Neal Skupski keep alive hopes of qualifying

Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski keep alive their hopes of reaching next week's ATP Finals with a first-round win in Sofia.

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ATP Finals 2020: Live BBC TV, radio and online coverage times

BBC TV, radio and online coverage times for the ATP season finale as the world's best players battle it out at London's O2 Arena.

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Sunday, November 8, 2020

Paris Masters: Daniil Medvedev beats Alexander Zverev in final

World number five Daniil Medvedev beats Alexander Zverev 5-7 6-4 6-1 to win the Paris Masters.

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Nick Kyrgios: Australian says he was in 'lonely place' after suffering with depression

Australia's Nick Kyrgios says he was in a "lonely, dark place" after suffering with depression while on tour.

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Saturday, November 7, 2020

Alexander Zverev beats Rafael Nadal to reach Paris final

World number seven Alexander Zverev beats Rafael Nadal 6-4 7-5 to reach the Paris Masters final.

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Friday, November 6, 2020

Rafael Nadal through to Paris Masters semi-finals after beating Pablo Carreno Busta

Rafael Nadal is into the Paris Masters semi-finals after coming from a set down to beat fellow Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Rafael Nadal wins 1,000th ATP Tour match with Paris Masters victory

Rafael Nadal becomes the fourth player to record 1,000 ATP Tour wins with victory over fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez at the Paris Masters.

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020

Paris Masters: Dan Evans beaten by Stan Wawrinka in first round

British number one Dan Evans falls to a straight-set defeat by Stan Wawrinka in the first round of the Paris Masters.

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Monday, November 2, 2020

Paris Masters: Britain's Joe Salisbury withdrawn after Covid-19 contact

British doubles player Joe Salisbury is withdrawn from the Paris Masters after "sustained close contact" with someone who is Covid-19 positive.

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Sunday, November 1, 2020

Vienna Open: Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski lose in final

Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski are beaten in straight sets by Lukasz Kubot and Marcelo Melo in the men's doubles final at the Vienna Open.

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Vienna Open: Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski lose in final

Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski are beaten in straight sets by Lukasz Kubot and Marcelo Melo in the men's doubles final at the Vienna Open.

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Saturday, October 31, 2020

Vienna Open: Dan Evans loses to Lorenzo Sonego in semi-finals

Britain's Dan Evans loses to Italian lucky loser Lorenzo Sonego in the semi-finals of the Vienna Open.

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Friday, October 30, 2020

Vienna Open: Novak Djokovic suffers shock defeat in quarter-finals

World number one Novak Djokovic suffers a shock defeat by Italy's Lorenzo Sonego in the Vienna Open quarter-finals.

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Alexander Zverev denies allegation of domestic violence by former girlfriend

US Open finalist Alexander Zverev denies his ex-girlfriend's allegation he was violent towards her.

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Vienna Open: Dan Evans beats Jurij Rodionov to reach quarter-finals

British number one Dan Evans beats Jurij Rodionov to reach the quarter-finals of the Vienna Open.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Vienna Open: Novak Djokovic into quarter-finals & all but secures year-end top ranking

World number one Novak Djokovic beats Borna Coric to reach the Vienna Open quarter-finals and all but secure the year-end top ranking.

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Coronavirus: LTA warns a third of indoor tennis centres could close

The LTA says at least a third of Britain's community indoor tennis centres could close if they do not receive further financial support from the government.

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Dan Evans reaches second round of Vienna Open after Aljaz Bedene retires

Dan Evans reaches the second round of the Vienna Open after former Great Britain team-mate Aljaz Bedene retires with an injury.

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Monday, October 26, 2020

Astana Open: Cameron Norrie spurns match point out in first-round exit

Britain's Cameron Norrie misses out on a match point and loses to Jordan Thompson in the first round of the Astana Open.

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Sunday, October 25, 2020

Alexander Zverev wins back-to-back ATP indoor titles in Cologne

Alexander Zverev beats Diego Schwartzman 6-2 6-1 in Cologne for his second ATP indoor title in a week.

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Saturday, October 24, 2020

Dan Evans loses to Ugo Humbert in European Open semi-final

Britain's Dan Evans is beaten 6-4 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 by Frenchman Ugo Humbert in the European Open semi-finals in Antwerp.

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Friday, October 23, 2020

Dan Evans beats Karen Khachanov to reach European Open semi-finals

Britain's Dan Evans beats third seed Karen Khachanov 3-6 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 to reach the semi-finals of the European Open in Antwerp.

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

Boris Becker accused of not handing over tennis trophies to pay debts

The former world number one and six-time Grand Slam champion denies all the charges against him.

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European Open: Cameron Norrie beaten by Milos Raonic in Antwerp

Britain's Cameron Norrie loses to Canadian world number 19 Milos Raonic in the second round of the European Open in Antwerp.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

European Open: Dan Evans beats Frances Tiafoe in Antwerp

British number one Dan Evans wins consecutive ATP Tour matches for the first time since February to reach the European Open quarter-finals.

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Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Dan Evans ends five-match losing run with three-set win in Antwerp

British number one Dan Evans ends his five-match losing run by beating qualifier Salvatore Caruso in the European Open first round.

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Monday, October 19, 2020

Kyle Edmund suffers another first-round loss at ATP event in Cologne

Britain's Kyle Edmund loses in straight sets to Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka at the ATP indoor event in Cologne, Germany.

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Sunday, October 18, 2020

Andy Murray withdraws from Cologne event with pelvic problem

Andy Murray withdraws from this week's ATP event in Cologne due to a lingering pelvic problem.

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Friday, October 16, 2020

Johnna Konta pulls out of WTA event in Czech Republic over Covid worries

British number one Johanna Konta pulls out of next week's Ostrava Open because she does not feel comfortable travelling with Covid-19 cases on the rise.

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St Petersburg Open: Cameron Norrie loses to Andrey Rublev

British number three Cameron Norrie's run to the St Petersburg Open quarter-finals is ended by Russian Andrey Rublev.

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Wimbledon 2021: All England Club 'planning for three scenarios'

Staging Wimbledon next year is the "number one priority" for the All England Club and holding the tournament without fans is being considered.

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Thursday, October 15, 2020

French Open: Iga Swiatek 'in shock' since Paris triumph

Iga Swiatek says she has been in shock since winning the French Open, and is aiming to win the other three Grand Slams titles and an Olympic medal.

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Sam Querrey leaves Russia after testing positive for coronavirus

American Sam Querrey leaves Russia two days after testing positive for coronavirus at the St Petersburg Open, say tournament organisers.

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Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Kyle Edmund loses to Lloyd Harris in Cologne first round

Britain’s Kyle Edmund loses in the first round of the Bett1 Hulks Indoors event against South Africa's Lloyd Harris in Germany.

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Monday, October 12, 2020

Rafael Nadal French Open record won't be beaten - Andy Murray

Rafael Nadal's record of 13 French Open titles will never be broken, says Andy Murray.

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St Petersburg Open: Cameron Norrie beats Taylor Fritz to reach last 16

Britain's Cameron Norrie beats Taylor Fritz 6-4 4-6 6-3 to reach the second round of the St Petersburg Open in Russia.

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French Open 2020: Why the tennis GOAT debate is about so much more than numbers

We can point to statistics in the GOAT debate, but there is also the emotional side, writes Russell Fuller. Plus, who gets your vote?

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Sunday, October 11, 2020

French Open: Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic to win 13th Roland Garros title

Rafael Nadal produces one of his finest French Open displays to stun Novak Djokovic and equal Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slam men's titles.

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French Open: Roger Federer hails Rafael Nadal after Spaniard equals his record

Roger Federer hails his "greatest rival" after Rafael Nadal equals his record of 20 Grand Slam men's singles titles in devastating fashion.

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French Open 2020: How many multiple singles champions can you name?

Rafael Nadal is chasing a record-extending 13th title at Roland Garros - how many multiple French Open singles champions can you name in two minutes?

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Saturday, October 10, 2020

French Open: Rafael Nadal & Novak Djokovic eye Roger Federer's Grand Slam tally

Not only do Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic play for the French Open title on Sunday - they also jockey for position in the race to be the man with the most Grand Slam titles.

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French Open: Rafael Nadal says he must improve to beat Novak Djokovic in final

Rafael Nadal says he must improve his level if he is to beat top seed Novak Djokovic and win a record-extending 13th French Open crown.

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Iga Swiatek: French Open's surprise champion says she 'was not expecting' Grand Slam win

Teenager Iga Swiatek says she "was not expecting" her French Open win after a journey from schoolwork to Grand Slam champion.

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Iga Swiatek wins French Open by beating Sofia Kenin

Polish teenager Iga Swiatek becomes the lowest-ranked woman to win the French Open with a stunning victory over Sofia Kenin.

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French Open 2020: Britain's Alfie Hewett completes double by winning singles title

Britain's Alfie Hewett wins his second title of the 2020 French Open by beating Belgium's Joachim Gerard in the wheelchair singles final.

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Friday, October 9, 2020

French Open 2020: Rafael Nadal beats Diego Schwartzman to reach final

Spain's 12-time champion Rafael Nadal reaches another French Open final with a battling win over Diego Schwartzman.

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French Open 2020: Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett win wheelchair doubles title

Britain's Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett complete a clean sweep of Grand Slam men's wheelchair doubles titles in 2020 by winning the French Open.

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French Open 2020: Sofia Kenin and Iga Swiatek set for final duel

There will be a new name on the Suzanne-Lenglen Cup after Sofia Kenin faces teenager Iga Swiatek in the French Open women's final on Saturday.

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Thursday, October 8, 2020

French Open semi-finals: Stefanos Tsitsipas and Diego Schwartzman aim to shock Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Diego Schwartzman will attempt to cause two major upsets when they face Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in Friday's French Open semi-finals.

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French Open 2020: Sofia Kenin to play teenager Iga Swiatek in final

Australian Open winner Sofia Kenin and Polish teenager Iga Swiatek will play in Saturday's French Open women's final after two dominant semi-final displays.

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French Open: Novak Djokovic physical issues questioned by Pablo Carreno Busta

Pablo Carreno Busta questions Novak Djokovic's physical struggles early on during their French Open quarter-final on Wednesday.

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French Open 2020: Britons Andy Lapthorne and Alfie Hewett reach finals

Briton Andy Lapthorne secures his place in the French Open men's quad final and Alfie Hewett reaches the men's wheelchair final.

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020

French Open 2020: Who are the women's semi-finalists?

And then there were four... BBC Sport's guide to who is who in the French Open women's semi-finals.

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French Open: Novak Djokovic beats Pablo Carreno Busta to reach semi-finals

World number one Novak Djokovic overcomes physical struggles to beat Pablo Carreno Busta and reach the French Open semi-finals.

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French Open 2020: Stefanos Tsitsipas beats Andrey Rublev to reach semi-finals

Greek fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas reaches his first French Open semi-final with a commanding straight-set victory over Andrey Rublev.

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French Open 2020: Britain's Alfie Hewett into wheelchair men's singles semi-finals

Britain's Alfie Hewett progresses to the semi-finals of the men's wheelchair singles with a straight-set win over Stephane Houdet.

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French Open 2020: Simona Halep stunned by Iga Swiatek in fourth round

Top seed Simona Halep is out of the French Open after losing to Iga Swiatek in little more than an hour in the fourth round.

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French Open 2020: Petra Kvitova beats Laura Siegemund to reach semi-finals

Petra Kvitova reaches the French Open semi-finals without dropping a set after victory over Laura Siegemund.

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French Open 2020: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram lose in quarter-finals

Britain's Joe Salisbury fails to reach the French Open semi-finals with American partner Rajeev Ram after losing to Mate Pavic and Bruno Soares.

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Monday, October 5, 2020

French Open: Novak Djokovic says hitting another line judge with ball was 'awkward'

Novak Djokovic says it was a "a very awkward situation" when a ball flew off his racquet into a line judge's face in his French Open win.

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French Open 2020: Alexander Zverev tests negative for Covid-19

Alexander Zverev says he has tested negative for Covid-19 a day after stating he should not have played his French Open match against Jannik Sinner.

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French Open 2020: Stefanos Tsitsipas beats Grigor Dimitrov to reach quarter-finals

Greek fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas reaches his first French Open quarter-final with victory over Grigor Dimitrov in an absorbing encounter.

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French Open 2020: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram lose in quarter-finals

Britain's Joe Salisbury fails to reach the French Open semi-finals with American partner Rajeev Ram after losing to Mate Pavic and Bruno Soares.

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French Open 2020: Laura Siegemund eats meal mid-match

When you've got to eat, you've got to eat. That was definitely the case for Germany's Laura Siegemund at the French Open.

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French Open 2020: Petra Kvitova reaches first quarter-final since 2012

Petra Kvitova underlines her status as one of the French Open title favourites with a 6-2 6-4 win over China's Zhang Shuai in the fourth round.

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Sunday, October 4, 2020

French Open 2020: 'Sick' Alexander Zverev says he should not have played

A "sick" Alexander Zverev says he "should not have played" after he was knocked out of the French Open by Jannik Sinner.

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French Open 2020: Rafael Nadal sees off qualifier Sebastian Korda

Rafael Nadal races into the quarter-finals with a demolition of American qualifier Sebastian Korda at Roland Garros.

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French Open 2020: Simona Halep stunned by Iga Swiatek in fourth round

Top seed Simona Halep is out of the French Open after losing to Iga Swiatek in little more than an hour in the fourth round.

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Saturday, October 3, 2020

French Open 2020: Sebastian Korda takes on 'idol' Rafael Nadal

American prospect Sebastian Korda will take on his idol Rafael Nadal in the French Open fourth round on Sunday.

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British junior Arthur Fery on French Open, liking Nick Kyrgios & studying economics

Teenager Arthur Fery, who has French parents and speaks the language fluently, aims to win the Roland Garros juniors after a dismal week for British singles players.

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French Open 2020: Sofia Kenin through to fourth round; Aryna Sabalenka knocked out

Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin breezes into the fourth round at Roland Garros with victory over Irina Bara.

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French Open 2020: Daniel Altmaier shocks seventh seed Matteo Berrettini

Qualifier Daniel Altmaier delivers a surprise victory over seventh seed Matteo Berrettini to reach the French Open fourth round.

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French Open 2020: Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski reach quarter-finals

Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski reach the French Open men's doubles quarter-finals with victory over Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos.

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Friday, October 2, 2020

Rafael Nadal beats Stefano Travaglia to make French Open last 16

Rafael Nadal sends another warning to his French Open rivals by dropping five games in a third-round win over Italian Stefano Travaglia.

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French Open 2020: Dominic Thiem beats Casper Ruud in straight sets

US Open champion Dominic Thiem reaches the French Open fourth round with a hard-fought 6-4 6-3 6-1 victory over Casper Ruud.

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French Open 2020: Elina Svitolina reaches last 16 at Roland Garros

Third seed Elina Svitolina progresses to the last 16 of the French Open with a straight-set victory over Russia's Ekaterina Alexandrova.

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French Open 2020: Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram into third round

Briton Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram reach the French Open men's doubles third round by beating Alex De Minaur and Matt Reid.

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Thursday, October 1, 2020

French Open 2020: Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski through to men's doubles third round

Britons Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski come from a set down to beat unseeded pair Manuel Guinard and Arthur Rinderknech and reach the French Open third round.

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French Open 2020: Novak Djokovic reaches third round with ruthless win

Novak Djokovic continues his dominant start to the French Open with a ruthless victory against Ricardas Berankis in the second round.

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French Open 2020: Jelena Ostapenko beats Karolina Pliskova to reach third round

Second seed Karolina Pliskova's French Open hopes are ended in the second round by 2017 champion Jelena Ostapenko.

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Wednesday, September 30, 2020

French Open 2020: Joe Salisbury through in doubles, Heather Watson out

Britain's Joe Salisbury and American partner Rajeev Ram begin their French Open campaign with a straight-set win in the men's doubles.

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Parisians alarmed by sonic boom by warplane

The huge noise startled Parisians after a war jet was dispatched to intercept a commercial plane.

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Heather Watson: LTA chief dismisses concerns over running of sport

LTA chief Scott Lloyd dismisses Heather Watson's concerns about the running of the sport, saying players are "ultimately responsible for their performances".

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Jamie Murray on the French Open, British struggles & Andy Murray's future

Jamie Murray talks about his hopes of finally winning a French Open title, the singles 'Brexit' at Roland Garros and why Mats Wilander was wrong about his brother Andy.

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French Open 2020: Kiki Bertens leaves court in wheelchair after win

Fifth seed Kiki Bertens leaves the court in a wheelchair after a gruelling and bad-tempered win over Sara Errani in the French Open.

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French Open 2020: Rafael Nadal thrashes Mackenzie McDonald in second round

Twelve-time champion Rafael Nadal eases into the third round of the French Open by thrashing American Mackenzie McDonald.

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French Open: Stan Wawrinka beats Dominik Koepfer to move into round three

Former French Open champion Stan Wawrinka beats Germany’s Dominik Koepfer to move into the third round.

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French Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka suffers shock defeat by Anna Karolina Schmiedlova

Tenth seed Victoria Azarenka suffers a shock straight-sets defeat by Anna Karolina Schmiedlova in the French Open second round.

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French Open 2020: Serena Williams withdraws from competition on day four

Three-time French Open champion Serena Williams withdraws from the 2020 event because of injury.

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

French Open 2020: Heather Watson concerned about future of British tennis

Heather Watson expresses concerns about the future of British tennis after she became the final Briton to be knocked out in the French Open singles first round.

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French Open: Kristina Mladenovic calls for VAR in tennis after her opponent gets away with double bounce

World number 44 Kristina Mladenovic called for a football-style VAR system in tennis after a double bounce helped her opponent reach the French Open second round.

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French Open 2020: Heather Watson loses in first round to Fiona Ferro

Heather Watson is unable to prolong British interest in the French Open singles after losing her first-round match to France's Fiona Ferro.

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French Open 2020: Novak Djokovic thrashes Mikael Ymer at Roland Garros

Novak Djokovic lays down the challenge to his French Open rivals by thrashing Sweden's Mikael Ymer in the first round in Paris.

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French Open 2020: Karolina Pliskova survives scare against qualifier Mayar Sherif in first round

Czech second seed Karolina Pliskova comes from a set down to avoid an upset against Egyptian qualifier Mayar Sherif in the French Open first round.

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Monday, September 28, 2020

French Open 2020: Novak Djokovic ready for Paris after US Open disqualification

Novak Djokovic wants to avoid a repeat of the incident that led to his US Open expulsion but said he will not hide his emotions at the French Open.

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French Open 2020: Lorenzo Giustino wins second longest match at Roland Garros

Lorenzo Giustino overcomes Corentin Moutet at the French Open in a match that lasted six hours and five minutes - the second longest in Roland Garros history.

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French Open 2020: Britain's Liam Broady beaten by Jiri Vesely

Qualifier Liam Broady is beaten in four sets by Czech Jiri Vesely to leave just one Briton in the French Open men's singles draw.

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French Open: Serena Williams beats Kristie Ahn at Roland Garros

Serena Williams begins her quest for a 24th Grand Slam title with a hard-fought win over fellow American Kristie Ahn at the French Open.

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French Open 2020: Dominic Thiem defeats Marin Cilic to reach round two

US Open champion Dominic Thiem eases into the French Open second round with a 6-4 6-3 6-3 win over Marin Cilic.

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French Open 2020: Petra Kvitova beats Oceane Dodin to move into second round

Seventh seed Petra Kvitova moves into the second round of the French Open by beating France's Oceane Dodin on day two in Paris.

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Sunday, September 27, 2020

French Open: Andy Murray 'won't brush aside' heavy loss to Stan Wawrinka

Andy Murray says he will not "just brush aside" a comprehensive defeat by Stan Wawrinka in the French Open first round.

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French Open 2020: Johanna Konta beaten by Coco Gauff in first round

British number one Johanna Konta's hopes of another deep run at the French Open are ended by American teenager Coco Gauff in the first round.

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French Open 2020: Dan Evans loses to Kei Nishikori in Paris

Britain's Dan Evans is still searching for his first French Open win after Japan's Kei Nishikori edges a tense five-setter in the first round.

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French Open 2020: Teenager Jannik Sinner stuns 11th seed David Goffin

Italian teenager Jannik Sinner knocks 11th seed David Goffin out of the French Open with a 7-5 6-0 6-3 victory on the opening day.

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French Open: 'Frozen' Victoria Azarenka through to round two after weather row

Victoria Azarenka progresses to the second round of the French Open after briefly refusing to play in chilly conditions in Paris.

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Quiz: Name the year of these Rafael Nadal French Open triumphs

How well do you remember Rafael Nadal's 12 French Open victories, his opponents and his outfits - take our quiz.

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Saturday, September 26, 2020

French Open: Andy Murray v Stan Wawrinka & Johanna Konta v Coco Gauff on day one

The opening day of the French Open sees three Britons - Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Dan Evans - playing at Roland Garros.

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French Open: Jamie Murray on golf, family & his future in tennis

As he prepares for the French Open, Jamie Murray tells Tom English about golf, tennis posers and the importance of family.

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Serena Williams quiz: How much do you know about tennis great?

It's Serena Williams' birthday on Saturday. Test your knowledge of her with this quiz

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Friday, September 25, 2020

French Open 2020: Rafael Nadal ready for 'toughest conditions' in Paris

Twelve-time champion Rafael Nadal says the colder weather at a delayed French Open will provide the toughest conditions he has faced in Paris.

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Andy Murray: Coronavirus test results slightly delayed French Open preparation

Andy Murray says his preparations for the French Open were slightly delayed as he awaited the result of a coronavirus test.

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French Open 2020: Tournament to have 1,000 fans a day after new restrictions

The French Open, which starts on Sunday, will now only be allowed to have 1,000 fans a day after new coronavirus restrictions were introduced in the country.

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French Open quiz: How well do you know Roland Garros?

Sharp terracotta clay courts, luscious backdrops of the Eiffel Tower... the French Open is unmistakeable. How well do you know it?

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French Open 2020 preview: Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams play in Paris

Rafael Nadal returns to Grand Slam tennis, Andy Murray is back on clay and Serena Williams goes again for a 24th major when the French Open starts on Sunday.

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Thursday, September 24, 2020

French Open draw: Andy Murray to play Stan Wawrinka

Andy Murray will play Stan Wawrinka in the French Open first round and British number one Johanna Konta takes on Coco Gauff.

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French Open 2020: Harriet Dart beaten in qualifying for Roland Garros

Britain's Harriet Dart fails to reach the French Open main draw after losing her second-round qualifying match to Irina Bara.

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Hamburg Open: Dan Evans loses to Stefanos Tsitsipas before French Open

Britain's Dan Evans is unable to earn a clay-court win before next week's French Open after losing to Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in Hamburg.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

French Open 2020: Bianca Andreescu withdraws to prepare for busy 2021

The 2019 US Open champion Bianca Andreescu withdraws from the French Open in order to continue her recovery from injury.

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French Open qualifying: Harriet Dart into second round

Britain's Harriet Dart beats Romanian fifth seed Mihaela Buzarnescu in the first round of French Open qualifying.

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Monday, September 21, 2020

Novak Djokovic wins Italian Open with victory over Diego Schwartzman

World number one Novak Djokovic wins a record 36th Masters title by beating Diego Schwartzman in the Italian Open final.

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Italian Open: Simona Halep beats injured Karolina Pliskova in Rome final

Top seed Simona Halep warms up for next week's French Open by winning her first Italian Open title after opponent Karolina Pliskova retired injured.

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French Open: Britain's Liam Broady through to second qualifying round

Britain's Liam Broady reaches the second round of French Open qualifying with a straight-sets win over Spain's Nicola Kuhn.

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Ashleigh Barty: Women's tennis' world number one wins club golf championship

World number one Ashleigh Barty may not be defending her French Open title later this month, but that hasn't stopped her from winning more silverware - in golf.

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Sunday, September 20, 2020

French Open qualifying: Five players ruled out after positive Covid-19 tests

Five players withdraw from French Open qualifying after two players and a coach test positive for Covid-19.

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Novak Djokovic through to Italian Open final

World number one Novak Djokovic books his place in the final of the Italian Open with victory over Casper Ruud.

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Rome Masters: Simona Halep beats Garbine Muguruza to reach final in Rome

World number two Simona Halep stays on course to win her first Italian Open title after beating Garbine Muguruza 6-3 4-6 6-4 in the semi-finals in Rome.

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Saturday, September 19, 2020

Rafael Nadal beaten in Italian Open but Novak Djokovic wins

Rafael Nadal is beaten in the Italian Open but Novak Djokovic is through to the semi-finals.

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Friday, September 18, 2020

Rome Masters: Johanna Konta knocked out in third round by Garbine Muguruza

British number one Johanna Konta is out of the Italian Open after a third-round defeat by Garbine Muguruza.

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Italian Open: Novak Djokovic beats Filip Krajinovic to reach quarter-finals

Novak Djokovic battles past compatriot Filip Krajinovic to reach the last eight at the Italian Open.

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Petra Kvitova: Former Wimbledon champion on being a 'normal human' & still loving tennis

Petra Kvitova says she sometimes wishes she could be a "normal human being" after admitting it is tough to have a "real life".

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French Open 2020: US Open champion Naomi Osaka pulls out with injury

US Open champion Naomi Osaka pulls out of the French Open, which is scheduled to start on 27 September, with a hamstring injury.

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Thursday, September 17, 2020

French Open 2020: Number of fans in Paris cut because of rising coronavirus cases

The number of fans allowed to attend each day of the French Open is cut to 5,000 because of the country's worsening coronavirus situation.

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Italian Open: Johanna Konta beats Irina-Camelia Begu in Rome

British number one Johanna Konta makes an impressive return to the clay as she eases past Romania qualifier Irina-Camelia Begu at the Italian Open.

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Fed Cup to be renamed Billie Jean King Cup

The Fed Cup is to be renamed the Billie Jean King Cup after the former tennis great and founder of the Women's Tennis Association (WTA).

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Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Novak Djokovic wins first match after US Open disqualification

Novak Djokovic returns to action after his US Open disqualification with a convincing second-round win over Salvatore Caruso at the Italian Open in Rome.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Italian Open: Kyle Edmund loses in first round

British number two Kyle Edmund loses in the first round of the Italian Open to qualifier Marco Cecchinato.

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Monday, September 14, 2020

French Open: Andy Murray given wildcard for Roland Garros

Britain's Andy Murray is given a wildcard to the main draw of the French Open, which begins on 27 September.

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Novak Djokovic: World number one says he may never forget US Open disqualification

Novak Djokovic says he must "move on" from his disqualification at the US Open but that he also may never forget the incident.

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Jordanne Whiley: Britain's 12-time Grand Slam winner says 'sponsorship' is key

Britain's Jordanne Whiley says "player and tournament sponsorship" is the key to developing wheelchair tennis.

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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem has 'dedicated his whole life' to Grand Slam win

US Open champion Dominic Thiem says his "whole life" has been dedicated to winning his maiden Grand Slam title.

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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem fights back to beat Alexander Zverev

Dominic Thiem clinches his first Grand Slam title after fighting back from two sets down to beat Alexander Zverev in the US Open final.

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Sunday, September 13, 2020

US Open 2020: Jordanne Whiley & Yui Kamiji win 11th doubles Grand Slam title

Britain's Jordanne Whiley and Japanese partner Yui Kamiji win their 11th Grand Slam title with victory in the US Open women's wheelchair doubles.

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US Open 2020: Naomi Osaka says self-reflection during quarantine helped her win

US Open champion Naomi Osaka says the time she was forced to take off tennis because of the coronavirus pandemic helped her win a third Grand Slam.

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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem and Alexander Zverev set for New York final

A first-time Grand Slam champion will be crowned at Flushing Meadows on Sunday - will it be Alexander Zverev or Dominic Thiem?

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Saturday, September 12, 2020

US Open 2020: Naomi Osaka beats Victoria Azarenka to win third Grand Slam title

Naomi Osaka fights back against Victoria Azarenka in a gripping US Open final to claim her third Grand Slam title.

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US Open 2020: Reid and Hewett win fourth title at Flushing Meadows

Britons Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett win their fourth successive US Open men's wheelchair doubles title.

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Serena Williams withdraws from Italian Open with Achilles injury

Serena Williams withdraws from next week's Italian Open with the Achilles injury that troubled her in her US Open semi-final loss.

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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem overcomes Daniil Medvedev to reach final

Dominic Thiem will face Alexander Zverev in Sunday's US Open men's final after defeating Russia's Daniil Medvedev in a semi-final of high quality.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Pablo Carreno Busta to reach men's final

Germany's Alexander Zverev reaches his first Grand Slam final in the most difficult manner after fighting back to beat Spain's Pablo Carreno Busta at the US Open.

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Friday, September 11, 2020

US Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka & Naomi Osaka set for women's singles final

Unseeded Belarusian Victoria Azarenka and Japanese fourth seed Naomi Osaka are both aiming for a third Grand Slam when they meet in Saturday's US Open final

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US Open 2020: Alfie Hewett battles through to US Open wheelchair final

Britain's Alfie Hewett is one win away from a third consecutive US Open title after beating Argentina's Gustavo Fernandez 6-4 1-6 6-3 in the men's wheelchair singles.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams 'closer' in Victoria Azarenka defeat

Serena Williams feels she was closer to a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam at this year's US Open than she was in her four recent major final defeats.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams loses to Victoria Azarenka in semi-finals

Serena Williams' latest bid for a 24th Grand Slam singles title ends as Victoria Azarenka rolls back the years to reach the US Open final.

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US Open 2020: Naomi Osaka beats Jennifer Brady to reach final

Japanese fourth seed Naomi Osaka reaches another US Open final after producing a high-quality performance to edge past American Jennifer Brady.

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US Open 2020: Thiem, Medvedev, Zverev & Carreno Busta set for semi-finals

Alexander Zverev faces Pablo Carreno Busta, before Daniil Medvedev plays Dominic Thiem, for places in the US Open men's singles final.

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

US Open: Alfie Hewett beats Gordon Reid to make semi-finals

Britain's Alfie Hewett makes short work of doubles partner and compatriot Gordon Reid in the US Open quarter-finals, winning 6-0 6-2.

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Andy Murray to play in two indoor ATP events in Cologne in October

Britain's Andy Murray will be playing in two indoor events in Cologne, Germany in October.

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Bianca Andreescu's open letter to Billie Jean King & Original 9 before 50th anniversary

US Open champion Bianca Andreescu writes an open letter to Billie Jean King and the "brave" women who risked their careers for the future of their sport 50 years ago.

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US Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka thrashes Elise Mertens to reach first Slam semi since 2013

Unseeded Belarusian Victoria Azarenka reaches her first Grand Slam semi-final since 2013 with a 6-1 6-0 win over Belgian 16th seed Elise Mertens.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams & Naomi Osaka target 2018 rematch

Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka will be hoping to secure a rematch of the 2018 US Open final when both semi-finals take centre stage on Thursday.

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Wednesday, September 9, 2020

US Open 2020: Daniil Medvedev beats Andrey Rublev to reach semi-finals

Last year's US Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev sees off fellow Russian Andrey Rublev in straight sets to reach the semi-finals

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams overcomes Tsvetana Pironkova to reach semi-finals

Serena Williams keeps alive her hopes of a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title by fighting back to beat Tsvetana Pironkova in the US Open quarter-finals.

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020

US Open 2020: Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid meet in wheelchair singles

British defending champion Alfie Hewett will play doubles partner Gordon Reid in the first round of the wheelchair singles.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Borna Coric to reach semi-finals

German fifth seed Alexander Zverev fights back from a set down to reach his first US Open semi-final by beating a battling Borna Coric.

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US Open 2020: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram lose in semi-finals

Britain's Joe Salisbury's hopes of making back-to-back Grand Slam finals are over after he and Rajeev Ram lose their US Open men's doubles semi-final.

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US Open 2020: Jennifer Brady beats Yulia Putintseva to reach semi-finals

American Jennifer Brady reaches her maiden Grand Slam semi-final after she beats Kazakh Yulia Putintseva in straight sets at the US Open.

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Heather Watson retires from Istanbul match after feeling unwell

British number two Heather Watson withdraws from her first-round match in Istanbul after feeling unwell.

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US Open 2020: Second seed Sofia Kenin in tears after tournament exit

Second seed Sofia Kenin says she was in tears after losing to Belgian Elise Mertens in the last 16 of the US Open.

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Tennis Number One Ash Barty pulls out of French Open over coronavirus

The Australian cites health risks and lack of preparation as the reasons she won't be defending her Grand Slam title.

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Monday, September 7, 2020

US Open 2020: Tsvetana Pironkova describes her return to tennis as 'unreal'

Bulgaria's Tsvetana Pironkova describes her return to tennis as "unreal" after she reached the US Open quarter-finals for the first time following a three-year break from the sport.

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US Open: Dominic Thiem beats Felix Auger-Aliassime in fourth round in New York

Second seed Dominic Thiem moves into the quarter-finals of the US Open with a comfortable win over Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime.

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US Open 2020: Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski lose in quarter-finals of men's doubles

Britons Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski lose in the quarter-finals of the men’s doubles of the US Open.

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French Open 2020: 11,500 fans to attend Roland Garros during each day

A total of 11,500 fans will be able to attend each day of the French Open later this month, the French Tennis Federation (FFT) announces.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams overcomes Maria Sakkari to reach quarter-finals

Serena Williams battles through a challenging three-set test against Greek 15th seed Maria Sakkari to reach the US Open quarter-finals.

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US Open: Naomi Osaka beats Anette Kontaveit to reach quarter-finals

Two-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka beats Anette Kontaveit in straight sets to reach the last eight of the US Open.

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Novak Djokovic's US Open disqualification right decision, says Tim Henman

World number one Novak Djokovic's US Open disqualification was "no doubt the right decision", says former British number one Tim Henman.

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Novak Djokovic apologises after hitting line judge with ball at US Open

Novak Djokovic apologises for hitting a line judge with a ball at the US Open, saying he is "extremely sorry for creating her such stress".

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Sunday, September 6, 2020

US Open 2020: Novak Djokovic defaulted after hitting ball at line judge

Top seed Novak Djokovic is disqualified from his US Open fourth-round match after accidentally hitting a ball at a line judge.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev into last eight by beating Davidovich Fokina

Alexander Zverev reaches the US Open quarter-finals with a straightforward win over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.

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US Open 2020: Timea Babos and Kristina Mladenovic withdrawal is 'injustice'

Timea Babos says the US Open withdrawing her and Kristina Mladenovic from the women's doubles because of coronavirus restrictions is "simply injustice".

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US Open 2020: Jennifer Brady beats Angelique Kerber to make last eight

American Jennifer Brady beats 2016 champion Angelique Kerber in straight sets to reach the US Open quarter-finals.

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US Open 2020: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram into doubles semi-finals

Briton Joe Salisbury and USA's Rajeev Ram beat Chris Eubanks and Mackenzie McDonald to reach the US Open men's doubles semi-finals.

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Saturday, September 5, 2020

US Open 2020: Serena Williams through after battle with Sloane Stephens

Six-time champion Serena Williams fights back from a slow start to beat fellow American Sloane Stephens and reach the US Open last 16.

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US Open: Coronavirus restrictions force Kristina Mladenovic & Timea Babos out of doubles

Top seeds Kristina Mladenovic and Timea Babos are withdrawn from the US Open women's doubles because of new coronavirus restrictions in New York.

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US Open 2020: Daniil Medvedev eases past JJ Wolf into fourth round

Last year's US Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev eases past world number 138 JJ Wolf in straight sets to reach the fourth round.

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US Open 2020: Jamie Murray & Neal Skupski into quarter-finals

Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski reach the US Open men's doubles quarter-finals by beating Marcelo Demoliner and Matwe Middelkoop.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Adrian Mannarino after long delay

Alexander Zverev says he was told there was "very little chance" his US Open match with Adrian Mannarino would be played.

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Novak Djokovic into US Open fourth round by beating Jan-Lennard Struff

Top seed Novak Djokovic moves comfortably into the US Open fourth round, beating Jan-Lennard Struff in straight sets.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams in all-American battle against Sloane Stephens

Serena Williams faces a tough test against fellow American and 2017 champion Sloane Stephens for a place in the last 16 at the US Open.

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Friday, September 4, 2020

US Open 2020: Naomi Osaka beats Marta Kostyuk to reach fourth round

Naomi Osaka is given a test by Marta Kostyuk but eventually wins in three sets to reach the US Open fourth round.

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US Open 2020: Cameron Norrie loses to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina

Britain's Cameron Norrie loses in four sets in the US Open third round to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.

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Andy Murray says winning another Grand Slam will be 'extremely difficult' after US Open defeat

Three-time major champion Andy Murray says winning another Grand Slam will be "extremely difficult" but he will still "shoot for the stars".

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Andy Murray knocked out of US Open by Felix Auger-Aliassime

Britain's Andy Murray is beaten in straight sets in the US Open second round by Felix Auger-Aliassime.

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Serena Williams battles into US Open third round by beating Margarita Gasparyan

Six-time champion Serena Williams progresses to the US Open third round with a 6-2 6-4 win over Russian Margarita Gasparyan.

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Thursday, September 3, 2020

US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem through, Milos Raonic knocked out

Second seed Dominic Thiem reaches the US Open third round, as former Wimbledon finalist Milos Raonic is knocked out.

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US Open 2020: Johanna Konta beaten by Sorana Cirstea in second round

Britain's Johanna Konta is knocked out of the US Open in three sets by Romanian Sorana Cirstea.

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US Open 2020: Garbine Muguruza beaten by Tsvetana Pironkova

Two-time Grand Slam champion Garbine Muguruza is knocked out of the US Open, losing in straight sets to Tsvetana Pironkova.

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US Open 2020: Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Dan Evans bidding to reach third round

British players Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Dan Evans are all in second-round action on day four of the US Open in New York.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020

US Open 2020: Karolina Pliskova is beaten by Caroline Garcia in second round

Top seed Karolina Pliskova is knocked out of the US Open in the second round with a heavy defeat by France's Caroline Garcia.

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US Open 2020: Kyle Edmund loses to Novak Djokovic after taking a set off top seed

Briton's Kyle Edmund takes a set off top seed Novak Djokovic but ultimately struggles to keep up with the world number one's intensity, losing in the US Open second round.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev into third round

Fifth seed Alexander Zverev is taken to four sets by American teenager Brandon Nakashima in a hard-fought victory in the US Open second round.

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US Open 2020: Petra Kvitova, Angelique Kerber though but Marketa Vondrousova out

Two-time Grand Slam champion Petra Kvitova overcomes an early setback to beat Kateryna Kozlova and reach the US Open third round.

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US Open 2020: Andy Murray says his win over Yoshihito Nishioka was 'emotional'

Britain’s Andy Murray says his return to Grand Slams was "emotional" after coming back from two sets down to reach round two at the US Open.

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US Open 2020: Serena Williams beats Kristie Ahn in straight sets

Serena Williams begins her pursuit of a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title with a dominant win over fellow American Kristie Ahn.

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020

US Open 2020: Andy Murray fights back to beat Yoshihito Nishioka

Andy Murray stages a remarkable comeback to beat Yoshihito Nishioka in the US Open on his long-awaited return to Grand Slam singles tennis.

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US Open 2020: Johanna Konta beats Heather Watson in first round

British number one Johanna Konta beats compatriot Heather Watson 7-6 (9-7) 6-1 to advance to the US Open second round.

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Suarez Navarro: Former world number six diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma

Former world number six Carla Suarez Navarro reveals she has been diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer.

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Monday, August 31, 2020

US Open 2020: Players put in 'bubble within bubble' after coronavirus positive test

Kristina Mladenovic says she is one of the players placed in a "bubble within the bubble" at the US Open after Benoit Paire's positive coronavirus test.

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US Open 2020: Alexander Zverev beats Kevin Anderson in New York

Fifth seed Alexander Zverev overcomes Kevin Anderson to reach the US Open second round with a 7-6 (7-2) 5-7 6-3 7-5 win.

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US Open: Cameron Norrie beats Diego Schwartzman in five sets in New York

Britain's Cameron Norrie fights back from two sets down to beat ninth seed Diego Schwartzman on day one of the US Open.

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US Open 2020: Karolina Pliskova & Angelique Kerber into second round

Top seed Karolina Pliskova and former champion Angelique Kerber advance to the second round on day one of the US Open

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US Open: Andy Murray preparing for 'weird' experience

Andy Murray says he is preparing for the "weird" experience of playing at the US Open without any fans.

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Sunday, August 30, 2020

US Open: Johanna Konta says ATP & WTA merger will 'take long time to happen'

British number one Johanna Konta says a merger between the ATP and WTA Tours is "sensible" but does not think it will happen while she is still playing.

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US Open: Player withdrawn from Grand Slam after positive coronavirus test

An unnamed player is withdrawn from the US Open, which starts on Monday, after testing positive for coronavirus.

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US Open: Novak Djokovic & Karolina Pliskova play on day one at Flushing Meadows

Novak Djokovic and Karolina Pliskova are among the stars playing when the US Open gets under way in New York on Monday.

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Saturday, August 29, 2020

Novak Djokovic resigns as ATP player council president

Novak Djokovic quits as president of the ATP player council to front a new association aiming to increase the power of the players.

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Novak Djokovic beats Milos Raonic to win Western and Southern Open

Novak Djokovic beats Milos Raonic at the Western and Southern Open in New York to equal Rafael Nadal's record of 35 Masters 1000 Series titles.

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Naomi Osaka withdraws from Western and Southern Open final

Naomi Osaka withdraws from the Western and Southern Open final with a hamstring injury, two days before the start of the US Open.

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Friday, August 28, 2020

Novak Djokovic to play Milos Raonic in Western and Southern Open final

Novak Djokovic edges out Roberto Bautista Agut in a final-set tie-break to reach the Western and Southern Open final.

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Naomi Osaka into Western and Southern Open final; Johanna Konta loses to Azarenka

Naomi Osaka reaches the Western and Southern Open final, with Johanna Konta beaten by Victoria Azarenka in the other semi-final.

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US Open 2020 preview: Serena Williams, Andy Murray & Novak Djokovic head Grand Slam return

For the first time since the world was gripped by coronavirus, one of the four major tournaments is taking place when the US Open starts on Monday.

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

US Open draw: Andy Murray to face Yoshihito Nishioka in first round

Britain's Andy Murray will play Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in the US Open first round, while Johanna Konta and Heather Watson meet in an all-British match.

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David Mercer: BBC commentator and former Wimbledon umpire dies aged 70

BBC commentator and former tennis umpire David Mercer, who officiated the 1984 Wimbledon men's final, dies at the age of 70.

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Bob and Mike Bryan: Most decorated men's doubles team ever retire

American twins Bob and Mike Bryan - the most successful men's doubles team of all time - announce their immediate retirement.

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US Open: No asterisk next to 2020 titles - Martina Navratilova

American legend Martina Navratilova says this year's US Open titles will not be devalued by the absence of several top players in New York.

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Naomi Osaka leaves WTA tournament over Blake shooting

The WTA New York tournament is suspended after Osaka withdraws in a protest over US police violence.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Western and Southern Open: Novak Djokovic eases into semi-finals

Novak Djokovic extends his unbeaten record in 2020 to 21 matches by beating Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff in the Western and Southern Open quarter-finals.

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US Open: Nishikori out after coronavirus, Del Potro has surgery

Former US Open finalist Kei Nishikori withdraws from next week's Grand Slam while 2009 champion Juan Martin del Potro has more knee surgery.

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Andy Murray: Former world number one hopes to inspire other athletes considering hip surgery

Britain's Andy Murray says he hopes to prove to other athletes they can still compete at the highest level even with a metal hip.

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LTA Wheelchair Tennis Series: BBC to stream warm-up tournament to US Open

Britain's US Open hopefuls will compete for the first time since before the coronavirus pandemic at the LTA Wheelchair Tennis Series.

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Western and Southern Open: Serena Williams knocked out by Maria Sakkari

Serena Williams is beaten 5-7 7-6 (7-5) 6-1 by Maria Sakkari in the third round of the Western and Southern Open.

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Western and Southern Open: Johanna Konta reaches the quarter-finals

British number one Johanna Konta reaches the Western and Southern Open quarter-finals with a straight-set win over former champion Vera Zvonareva.

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Andy Murray beats Alexander Zverev in Western and Southern Open in New York

Andy Murray earns his first win against a top-10 player since 2017 by beating Germany's Alexander Zverev at the Western and Southern Open.

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Monday, August 24, 2020

Serena Williams reaches Western and Southern Open third round

American Serena Williams overcomes a scare against Dutch qualifier Arantxa Rus to reach the Western and Southern Open third round.

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Western and Southern Open: Johanna Konta wins in New York, Dan Evans out

British number one Johanna Konta reaches the third round of the Western and Southern Open, but men's counterpart Dan Evans is out.

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Sunday, August 23, 2020

Western & Southern Open: Evans overcomes Rublev to reach round two

British number one Dan Evans reaches the second round of the Western and Southern Open with a 7-5 3-6 6-2 win over world number 17 Andrey Rublev.

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Saturday, August 22, 2020

Western & Southern Open: Andy Murray beats Frances Tiafoe in ATP return

Great Britain's Andy Murray beats America's Frances Tiafoe in three sets in the Western & Southern Open first round at Flushing Meadows.

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Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus for second time

Japan's Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus for a second time, 10 days before the start of the US Open.

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Friday, August 21, 2020

Andy Murray admits to rustiness before his ATP return against Frances Tiafoe in New York

Andy Murray admits he is feeling "off the pace" for his return to the ATP Tour this weekend in New York.

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Novak Djokovic says he felt a 'responsibility' to play 2020 US Open in New York

Serbia's men's world number one Novak Djokovic says one of the reasons he decided to play the US Open was to help the sport "keep going".

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US Open: Guido Pella & Hugo Dellien in quarantine after physio's Covid-19 test

The participation of two players in the US Open is in doubt after their physio was the only person out of 1,400 to test positive for coronavirus.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Murray on doubles partners, his commentary voice and the true GOAT

Andy Murray hosted a social media Q&A while killing time in New York and we learned a lot from it.

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Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams top as tennis dominates rich list

The world's nine highest-earning sportswomen over the past year are all tennis players, according to US business magazine Forbes.

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

US Open: Garbine Muguruza a doubt with ankle injury

Spanish world number 16 Garbine Muguruza is a doubt for the US Open because of an ankle injury.

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US Open: Serena Williams might feel less pressure without fans - Pam Shriver

Serena Williams' bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title may be boosted by the lack of fans at the US Open, says Pam Shriver.

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Monday, August 17, 2020

US Open: Simona Halep decides not to play Grand Slam in New York

World number two and reigning Wimbledon champion Simona Halep is the latest top 10 women's player to withdraw from the US Open.

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Sunday, August 16, 2020

Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus two weeks before US Open

Japan's Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus and will not play at the Cincinnati Masters, with the US Open two weeks away.

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Prague Open: Simona Halep beats Elise Mertens in final

Simona Halep wins her first title since before the coronavirus lockdown at the Prague Open with a straight-set victory over Elise Mertens.

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Saturday, August 15, 2020

US Open: World number eight Belinda Bencic pulls out of Flushing Meadows event

Swiss world number eight Belinda Bencic becomes the fifth top-10 women's player to pull out of the US Open.

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Coco Gauff loses to Jennifer Brady in Top Seed Open last four in Kentucky

American Coco Gauff loses to compatriot Jennifer Brady in the semi-finals of the Top Seed Open in Kentucky.

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Friday, August 14, 2020

Serena Williams: Shelby Rogers shocks former world number one at Top Seed Open

Serena Williams loses in the Top Seed Open quarter-finals after Shelby Rogers comes back from a set down to win their rain-delayed match 6-1 6-4 7-6 in Lexington.

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ATP Tour Finals: London event to be behind closed doors in November

The ATP Tour Finals will be played behind closed doors in November unless government guidelines change.

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Thursday, August 13, 2020

Serena Williams comes from behind to beat sister Venus at Top Seed Open

Serena Williams comes from a set down to beat her sister Venus 3-6 6-3 6-4 and reach the quarter-finals of the Top Seed Open.

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US Open 2020: Bianca Andreescu will not defend title after withdrawing

Defending champion Bianca Andreescu withdraws from this year's US Open because the coronavirus pandemic has hampered her return from injury.

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US Open 2020: Novak Djokovic will play in New York

World number one Novak Djokovic confirms he will play at the US Open, which starts on 31 August.

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Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabelenka to make Top Seed Open quarters

Coco Gauff scores one of her biggest wins so far by beating world number 11 Aryna Sabalenka 7-6 (7-4) 4-6 6-4 to make the Top Seed Open last eight.

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Serena Williams wins on return to action at Top Seed Open

Former world number one Serena Williams recovers from a set and three break points down to beat Bernarda Pera in her first match in six months.

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Monday, August 10, 2020

Johanna Konta and Heather Watson both lose on WTA Tour return

British pair Johanna Konta and Heather Watson both lose in their comeback matches on the WTA Tour in Kentucky.

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Sunday, August 9, 2020

Palermo Open: Fiona Ferro wins first tour-level event since March

Fiona Ferro upsets fourth seed Anett Kontaveit in straight sets to win the first tour-level tennis title in five months at the Palermo Open.

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Saturday, August 8, 2020

US Open 2020: Serena Williams still planning to play event and French Open

Serena Williams says she is still planning to play this month's US Open and the French Open in September.

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Friday, August 7, 2020

US Open: Kiki Bertens pulls out over Dutch quarantine regulations

World number seven Kiki Bertens pulls out of the US Open because of Dutch government quarantine regulations.

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

Andy Murray receives US Open wildcard

Andy Murray is awarded a wildcard into the main draw of the 2020 US Open, which starts on 31 August.

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020

US Open 2020: Rafael Nadal will not play at Grand Slam in New York

Defending champion Rafael Nadal decides not to play the US Open later this month because the coronavirus pandemic remains "out of control".

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Monday, August 3, 2020

Palermo Open: Donna Vekic wins as WTA Tour resumes in Italy

Donna Vekic wins the first main-draw match following the resumption of the WTA Tour as she beats Arantxa Rus in the first round of the Palermo Open.

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Sunday, August 2, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Joe Salisbury & Harriet Dart win deciding match for British Bulldogs

Watch the best shots as Joe Salisbury and Harriet Dart clinch Battle of the Brits victory for their team after beating Jamie Murray and Heather Watson in a winner-takes-all decider 6-4 6-2 to seal a 63-56 win for the British Bulldogs

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Battle of the Brits: Andy Murray & Naomi Broady win penultimate match

Watch the best shots as Union Jacks' Andy Murray and Naomi Broady win the penultimate Battle of the Brits tie to take the tournament to a decisive final match.

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Battle of the Brits: Best shots as Boulter beats Grey

Watch the five best shots as Katie Boulter beats Beth Grey 6-1 6-1 at the Battle of the Brits tournament.

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Battle of the Brits: Andy Murray & Naomi Broady win with 'remarkable' match point

Union Jacks' Andy Murray and Naomi Broady win the penultimate Battle of the Brits tie with "one of the most remarkable" match points, to take the tournament to a decisive final match.

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Battle of the Brits: Watch the best shots as Murray and Glasspool win men's doubles

Watch the best shots as Andy Murray and Lloyd Glasspool beat Joe Salisbury and Kyle Edmund 4-6 6-3 10-4 at the Battle of the Brits tournament.

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Battle of the Brits: Andy Murray & Naomi Broady set up winner-takes-all finale

Andy Murray and Naomi Broady set up a winner-takes-all finale in the Battle of the Brits after beating Kyle Edmund and Emma Raducanu in the penultimate match.

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Ultimate Tennis Showdown finals to be shown on BBC Sport

With matches split into quarters, a unique scoring system and mid-match interviews, the Ultimate Tennis Showdown is not tennis as you know it.

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ATP & WTA Tours return: Why a lack of fans could mean better behaviour on court

With the ATP and WTA Tours set to resume behind closed doors, BBC Sport explores the relationship between on-court controversy and fans - and how bad behaviour sells.

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Nick Kyrgios withdraws from US Open

Nick Kyrgios withdraws from the rescheduled US Open citing safety fears caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Saturday, August 1, 2020

Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Cameron Norrie retires against Dan Evans

British number three Cameron Norrie pulls out of his Battle of the Brits match against Dan Evans with an injury.

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Palermo Open: WTA return hit by positive coronavirus test for unnamed player

An unnamed player tests positive for coronavirus shortly before the resumption of the WTA Tour at the Palermo Open.

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Madrid Open: Organisers told not to hold event by Spanish health ministers

The Madrid Open is under threat after organisers were advised by the Spanish health minister not to hold the event because of the "deteriorating" coronavirus situation.

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Friday, July 31, 2020

Watch the best shots as Kyle Edmund beats Dan Evans at Battle of the Brits

Watch the five best shots as Kyle Edmund beats Dan Evans 6-3 6-4 in a meeting between the British numbers one and two at the Battle of the Brits.

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US Open 2020: Players who break bubble must face repercussions - Andy Murray

Andy Murray says there must be "severe repercussions" for players who break the US Open safety bubble at next month's Grand Slam in New York.

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Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Heather Watson earns fourth singles win

Heather Watson builds up to the return of the professional tour with another Battle of the Brits win as her Union Jacks team close in on the British Bulldogs.

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Heather Watson beats Emma Raducanu

British number two Heather Watson helps her team narrow the gap in the Battle of the Brits with a dominant win over teenager Emma Raducanu.

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Ashleigh Barty: World number one withdraws from US Open

World number one Ashleigh Barty pulls out of the US Open because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Andy Murray on Battle of the Brits: 'I prefer heckling to silence'

Former British number one Andy Murray says he is revelling in the atmosphere created by the Battle of the Brits team event.

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Battle of the Brits: Norrie beats Evans; Watson fights back to win

Cameron Norrie beats British number one Dan Evans for the second time at the Battle of the Brits team competition.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Battle of the Brits tennis: Best shots as Andy Murray loses in mixed doubles

Watch the best shots as Andy Murray and Jodie Burrage are beaten by Joe Salisbury and Emma Raducanu in the mixed doubles at the Battle of the Brits tournament.

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Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Best shots as Johanna Konta beats Katie Boulter

Watch the best shots as British number one Johanna Konta earns her first win at the Battle of the Brits team event with an impressive comeback against Katie Boulter.

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Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Johanna Konta digs deep to beat Katie Boulter

British number one Johanna Konta digs deep to earn her first win at the Battle of the Brits team event with a comeback win over Katie Boulter.

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Monday, July 27, 2020

Battle of the Brits: Johanna Konta loses opener to Jodie Burrage

British number one Johanna Konta is beaten in her first match since March as Jodie Burrage causes a shock at the Battle of the Brits.

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A video call with the Murray family before the Battle of the Brits Team Tennis

Judy, Andy and Jamie Murray talk to BBC Breakfast about family dynamics in lockdown and this week's Battle of the Brits Team Tennis event.

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Sunday, July 26, 2020

Andy Murray 'mentally planning' to play US Open in New York

Andy Murray says he is still preparing for next month's behind-closed-doors US Open, despite concerns over travel plans to New York.

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Battle of the Brits Team Tennis: Andy Murray, Jamie Murray & Johanna Konta playing

Andy Murray and Johanna Konta are among Britain's leading male and female players joining up to compete in a unique team tournament.

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Saturday, July 25, 2020

Simona Halep: World number two a doubt for Palermo after new coronavirus restrictions

World number two Simona Halep may not be able to play in next month's Palermo Ladies Open after Italy imposed a 14-day quarantine on people travelling from Romania.

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Eleven ATP and WTA Tour tournaments cancelled in China because of coronavirus pandemic

Eleven more tournaments across the ATP and WTA Tours are cancelled after China announced it would hold no sporting events for the rest of 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Thursday, July 23, 2020

Andy Murray & Johanna Konta to play in 'Battle of the Brits Team Tennis'

Andy Murray and Johanna Konta will both play in next week's Battle of the Brits Team Tennis tournament in London.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

US Open not affected by Washington Open cancellation - United States Tennis Association

The return of the ATP Tour has been pushed back after the Washington Open is cancelled because of "too many unresolved issues" caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Saturday, July 18, 2020

Katie Boulter comes from a set down to win Progress Tour Women's Championships final

Katie Boulter battled back from a set down to beat Jodie Burrage 3-6 7-6 (7-4) 6-2 and win the Progress Tour Women's Championships.

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Friday, July 17, 2020

Progress Tour Women's Championships: Katie Boulter reaches final

Katie Boulter underlines why she is the favourite to win the LTA Progress Tour by moving into the final without dropping a set.

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US Open: Petra Kvitova says some players will not go under current coronavirus restrictions

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova says some players will not go to the US Open if current coronavirus restrictions continue.

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Progress Tour Women's Championships: Katie Boulter to play best friend Freya Christie in semi-finals

Katie Boulter hopes to "keep getting better and better" as she prepares to face best friend Freya Christie in Friday's semi-finals in Roehampton.

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BBC Scotland to show Chris Hoy & Andy Murray Olympic triumphs

The Olympic triumphs of Chris Hoy and Andy Murray will be showcased on BBC Scotland this weekend.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Katie Boulter reaches the Progress Tour Women's Championships semi-finals

Katie Boulter reaches the Progress Tour Women's Championships semi-finals with a dominant win over fellow Briton Emily Arbuthnott.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Johanna Konta to play Palermo event when WTA Tour restarts

British number one Johanna Konta will play in the opening tournament when the WTA Tour restarts in August.

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Katie Boulter starts Progress Tour Women's Championships with win

Katie Boulter beats Alice Gillan 6-1 6-4 on the opening day of the Progress Tour Women's Championships at Roehampton.

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Monday, July 13, 2020

Sue Barker: 'Our matches looked as if they were in the Stone Age' jokes BBC host

Sue Barker tells BBC Radio Ulster's Sportsound Extra Time that she has been "lucky enough to have two great careers".

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Live tennis: Progress Tour Women's Championships and the British Tour on the BBC

Live BBC coverage times for the Progress Tour Women's Championships featuring Heather Watson, Katie Boulter and Harriet Dart.

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Progress Tour Women's Championships: Katie Boulter on lockdown & an unexpected flatmate

Katie Boulter tells BBC Sport about her unexpected flatmate and volunteering in lockdown as she prepares to return to competition.

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Sunday, July 12, 2020

British Tour: Cameron Norrie beats Paul Jubb to win LTA event

British number three Cameron Norrie wins the latest LTA domestic tournament by beating Paul Jubb in Sunday's final.

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Wimbledon, Silverstone & Cricket World Cup: 'Afterwards, all you wanted to do was play, watch and talk sport'

BBC Sport chief sports writer Tom Fordyce relives 14 July 2019, when the Wimbledon's men's final ran alongside the men's Cricket World Cup final at Lord's.

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Watch: Duchess of Cambridge & Andy Murray surprise school children

The Duchess of Cambridge and Andy Murray surprise school children on a video call.

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Friday, July 10, 2020

Wimbledon to give out £10m prize money for 2020 Championships

Wimbledon will distribute £10m of prize money to the 620 players who would have taken part in the 2020 Championships.

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Wimbledon: Martina Navratilova v Roger Federer - who is the greatest champion?

BBC Sport looks back at action involving the most successful Wimbledon winners and asks you to decide - which of these legends is the greatest champion?

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

Coronavirus: Will 2020 US Open survive escalating health crisis?

Will the US Open survive the escalating health crisis in the United States? BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller assesses the options.

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Serena Williams may benefit from lockdown as she chases 24th Grand Slam - Chris Evert

Serena Williams can turn lockdown to her advantage and finally win a 24th Grand Slam title, says tennis great Chris Evert.

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Battle of the Brits: Jamie Murray expects Andy Murray & Johanna Konta to play

Jamie Murray announces a mixed team version of the Battle of the Brits and expects brother Andy and Johanna Konta to play.

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Andy Murray: BBC Scotland to show 2013 & 2016 Wimbledon wins

Andy Murray's Wimbledon triumphs are to be showcased on BBC Scotland this weekend.

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Wimbledon: Agassi v Ivanisevic: Who was the most unlikely title winner?

BBC Sport looks back at two remarkable Wimbledon champions who surprised everyone - but who was the most unlikely winner?

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Johanna Konta takes on a Michelin starred cooking challenge

British number one Johanna Konta joins Michelin starred chef Clare Smyth to put herself to the ultimate cooking test in a professional kitchen.

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Wimbledon: Vote for your favourite men's singles final

With no Wimbledon this year, we want you to join us in looking back over the 10 of the best men's finals and voting for your favourite.

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Simona Halep: Wimbledon champion expresses US Open worries

Wimbledon champion Simona Halep is a "little bit worried" about playing the US Open, and is yet to decide if she will.

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Wimbledon: Kyrgios v McEnroe - who had the most outrageous outburst?

BBC Sport looks back at two of the most memorable meltdowns in Wimbledon Championships history - but which one was the most outrageous?

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Rafael Nadal casts more doubt on US Open by confirming Madrid Open plans

Rafael Nadal casts more doubt on the prospect of him playing at the US Open by confirming he plans to play in the Madrid Open.

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Wimbledon champion Simona Halep talks dancing and cooking in lockdown

Wimbledon champion Simona Halep talks about her nerves before the Wimbledon Champions' Dinner and why she definitely hasn't been learning to cook during lockdown.

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Wimbledon champion Simona Halep talks dancing and cooking in lockdown

Wimbledon champion Simona Halep talks about her nerves before the Wimbledon Champions' Dinner and why she definitely hasn't been learning to cook during lockdown.

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ATP announces revised system for men's tennis rankings

The ATP announces a revised system for calculating the men's tennis world rankings for when the season resumes.

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Wimbledon: Vote for your favourite women's singles final

There will be no Wimbledon finals this year so it's time for some nostalgia - vote for your favourite women's singles final.

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