I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Coco Gauff has ended her partnership with coach Brad Gilbert after 14 months. While working with Gilbert, Gauff won her first grand slam title at last year’s US Open after coming from a set down to beat…
Former World No.2 Anett Kontaveit, who retired from tennis last summer, is expecting her first child. The 28-year-old Estonian made the announcement via her social media channels this week, posting sleek photos from a maternity photoshoot alongside her longtime boyfriend, soccer player Brent Lepistu. Wearing all black, the couple poses in eye-catching fashion to showcase…
Coco Gauff helped carry Naomi Osaka’s bags off the court after the former World No 1 retired from their highly anticipated China Open quarter-final with a back injury. Gauff had just levelled the match at one-set all when Osaka shook hands with her opponent, having received medical treatment earlier in the contest. “It was a…
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 to pick up a dominant victory in the women’s singles final of the 2024 US Open on Saturday. Sabalenka not only won the third Grand Slam of her career, but she also pocketed a $3.6 million paycheck, which is a massive 20% upgrade from last year. Join Us…
Coco Gauff received a ringing endorsement from tennis icon Venus Williams. The 20-year-old is flying the flag for America as their number one player and is following in the footsteps of the seven-time Grand Slam champion and her sister Serena Williams, who has 23 of her own. FILE: Serena Williams ‘all ok’ after having benign…
All eyes were on Aryna Sabalenka and Georgios Frangulis when they first stepped out together in April 2024, instantly sparking buzz. Whether relaxing after a grueling tournament or simply enjoying life’s sweeter moments, Sabalenka has fully embraced Frangulis’ passion project, Oakberry. The 26-year-old has often been spotted indulging in Oakberry’s superfood treats alongside her entrepreneur…
Is Aryna Sabalenka missing her long-time rival, Iga Swiatek? Well, the Belarusian superstar is currently in China taking part in the Wuhan Open. She has played some outstanding tennis this season and has already clinched two Grand Slam titles in the 2024 season. With the help of her incredible run, she has now become a…
Rafael Nadal reflected on an “amazing rivalry” with Novak Djokovic and said he “would not be the player he is today” after losing their final meeting as professionals. Nadal, 38, announced earlier this month that he will retire from tennis at the end of the season. Serbia’s Djokovic beat the Spaniard 6-2 7-6 (7-5) in…
Novak Djokovic urged his longtime rival, Rafael Nadal, to delay his planned retirement after defeating the Spaniard on Saturday in what is likely to be the final chapter of their storied rivalry. “Don’t leave tennis, man,” Djokovic said in an on-court interview after beating Nadal in straight sets 6-2, 7-6 (7/5) at the “Six Kings…
Rafael Nadal reflected on an “amazing rivalry” with Novak Djokovic and said he “would not be the player he is today” after losing their final meeting as professionals. Nadal, 38, announced earlier this month that he will retire from tennis at the end of the season. Serbia’s Djokovic beat the Spaniard 6-2 7-6 (7-5) in…