Tennis

Super Bowl LIX 1 day ago

Serena Williams says Super Bowl halftime appearance was not meant to shade ex, Drake: 'I would never do that'

Tennis legend Serena Williams set the record straight on her controversial appearance at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, saying it was not meant to diss her ex, Drake.

Tennis 3 days ago

Tennis pro caught pleading with umpire to tell opponent to 'wear deodorant'

British women's tennis player Harriet Dart raised eyebrows with an outburst about her French opponent on Tuesday as she lost in straight sets.

Tennis April 10

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova asks Dems what they're 'willing to give up for men who identify as trans'

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova posed a question to Democrats over the issue of transgender inclusion in girls' and women's sports over the last few years.

Tennis April 6

Tennis pro laments lack of brand deals for 'sweaty' female players as they're given to WAGs of top stars

Tennis pro Daria Saville sounded off on the lack of brand opportunities as companies are more inclined to partner with wives and girlfriends of top players instead.

Tennis April 2

British tennis pro born with rare genetic disorder collapses mid-match in terrifying scene

Francesca Jones, a British tennis pro born with a rare genetic disorder, collapsed during a match in Colombia on Tuesday.

Tennis March 27

Olympic medalist Gabriela Dabrowski reveals why 'cancer had to happen to me’

Tennis doubles champion Gabriela Dabrowski recently revealed how her battle with breast cancer changed her outlook on life for the better.

Tennis March 26

Iga Swiatek gets heightened security at Miami Open after 'aggressive' fan verbally attacked her: report

Iga Swiatek, the top women's tennis player in the world, was reportedly given boosted security at the Miami Open after an interaction with an "aggressive" fan.

Tennis March 23

RFK Jr praises Novak Djokovic in social media post: 'First in courage'

Heath and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised Novak Djokovic in a social media post on Sunday. He called the tennis star "first in courage."

Danica Patrick March 19

Former NASCAR driver Danica Patrick announces pivot to tennis

Retired NASCAR star Danica Patrick is taking her talents to a new arena — the tennis courts. She has also recently shown interest in golf.

Tennis March 18

Ben Shelton confirms relationship with daughter of NBA champion Dennis Rodman in Instagram post

American tennis pro Ben Shelton has revealed he's dating Trinity Rodman, USWNT player and daughter of former NBA great Dennis Rodman, in social media post on monday.

Tennis March 18

Tennis star Iga Swiatek laments ‘constant judgement’ after facing harsh criticism for nearly hitting ball boy

Iga Swiatek said it was not her intention to launch a ball in the direction of a ball boy at her last tournament but expressed her dismay over the "harsh judgements" she received.

Tennis March 7

Martina Navratilova rips Democrat senator who voted against transgender athletes in sports bill

Martina Navratilova ripped a Democrat Senator for "spreading propaganda" about gender checks when it comes to female athletes.

Tennis March 5

Emma Raducanu recalls debilitating fear after being confronted by ‘fixated’ fan during Dubai championships

British tennis star Emma Raducanu is competing in her first tournament this week since being confronted by a "fixated" fan at last month's Dubai championships.

Tennis March 4

Pro tennis player reveals scary message from sports bettor: 'I will come after you'

French tennis player Arthur Bouquier shared a message from a sports bettor who threatened to harm him and his family if he didn't win his match.

Tennis March 4

Tennis legend has fiery response after Senate Dems fail to back bill keeping boys out of girls' sports

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova slammed Senate Democrats, who have no one from that side of the aisle voted for the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.

California February 27

Martina Navratilova takes shot at Gavin Newsom over California's trans-athlete policy

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova took a swipe at California Gov. Gavin Newsom over the state's transgender-athlete policy in girls high school sports.

Tennis February 20

US Open champ Emma Raducanu breaks silence on ‘difficult experience’ with ‘fixated’ fan at Dubai Championships

Emma Raducanu broke her silence on social media Wednesday after her match at the Dubai Tennis Championships was interrupted by a man that had previously approached the tennis player.

NCAA February 19

Former college tennis star calls on Trump to work with NCAA on better trans-athlete policy: 'Light it on fire'

Kim Jones, a former collegiate tennis star and co-founder of ICONS, appeared on "Fox & Friends" to talk about loopholes in the NCAA's new trans-athlete policy.

Tennis February 19

British tennis star Emma Raducanu bursts into tears over concerns about fan who 'exhibited fixated behavior'

British tennis star Emma Raducanu suffered a scare during a match against Karolina Muchova. She saw a man on the grounds who "exhibited a fixated behavior."

Tennis February 18

Novak Djokovic says majority of tennis pros believe 'favoritism' is responsible Jannik Sinner's short ban

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, said this week that the "majority" of tennis pros were not happy with the WADA decision to ban Jannik Sinner for just three months.

Tennis February 15

Top-ranked tennis pro Jannik Sinner accepts three-month doping ban weeks after Australian Open victory

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has accepted a three-month ban from WADA on Saturday stemming from two positive test results in March 2024.

Super Bowl LIX February 12

Serena Williams explains Super Bowl LIX halftime show appearance amid criticism: 'End of story'

Retired tennis star Serena Williams explained her reasoning for performing in the Super Bowl halftime show after facing backlash online.

Tennis February 6

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova says she hates 'Democrats totally failed' on protecting women's sports

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova expressed some lament about Democrats' failures to protect women's and girls sports after President Donald Trump's executive order.

Tennis February 1

Tennis great Pam Shriver reunited with stolen trophies taken while evacuating Los Angeles wildfires

Pam Shriver has been reunited with several of her trophies after her car, which contained those items, was stolen after she had evacuated her home because of the L.A. wildfires.

Olympics January 28

Martina Navratilova endorses Olympic president hopeful who suggests ban on trans athletes from women's sports

Martina Navratilova expressed her desire to see former British Olympic champion Sebastian Coe become the next president of the International Olympics Committee.

Australian Open January 26

Jannik Sinner wins Australian Open for 2nd straight time

Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open for the second straight time on Sunday. He topped Alexander Zverev in straight sets.

Tennis January 25

Novak Djokovic posts image of MRI showing hamstring injury after fans boo him for leaving match

Novak Djokovic posted a scan of his injured left hamstring on social media early Sunday, more than 24 hours after being booed at the Australian Open.

Australian Open January 25

Aryna Sabalenka slams, throws racket after being upset by Madison Keys in Australian Open final

Before giving her speech commending Madison Keys on her Australian Open victory, Aryna Sabalenka let out all her frustration from the match on her racket.

Australian Open January 25

American Madison Keys wins Australian Open, upsets No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka

American tennis player Madison Keys won the Australian Open on Saturday, defeating No. 1 ranked Aryna Sabalenka in tightly contested sets.

Australian Open January 24

Novak Djokovic booed after retiring from Australian Open semifinal match with injury

Novak Djokovic was forced to retire from his semifinal match at the Australian Open, which resulted in fans booing him as he left the court.