Tours
Djokovic Suffers Shock Defeat in Cincinnati Heat
Novak Djokovic falls to Thiago Agustín Tirante in the opening round of the Cincinnati Open, citing health issues with humidity.
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Tours
Struggling Venus Williams suffers 14th straight defeat in Cincinnati rout
Venus Williams, a seven-time grand slam champion, has suffered her 14th consecutive loss after being defeated by Colombian Emilia Arango at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters.
Players
Arthur Fery gives Alex de Minaur stern test before bowing out in Cincinnati
Arthur Fery, the 32nd seed, put up a strong fight against the fifth-seeded Alex de Minaur in the third round of the Cincinnati Open, but ultimately fell 7-5, 7-6 (3) in a rain-swept encounter.
The game
Williams Sisters' Reunion Falls Short in Cincinnati Doubles Match
Venus and Serena Williams' highly anticipated doubles match at the Cincinnati Open ended in a 6-2, 1-6, 10-8 defeat to Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns. Despite the loss, the sisters expressed their joy in being back on the court together.
Tournaments
Djokovic's Fading Edge Exposed in Cincinnati Loss
Novak Djokovic's recent struggles in non-grand slam tournaments have raised questions about his future in the sport.
Players
Top Players Call for Calendar Reform Ahead of 2028 Olympics
Leading women’s players and several male stars have urged tennis authorities to rethink the 2028 schedule after learning the Olympic tennis event will start just three days after Wimbledon’s men’s final, raising concerns over player welfare and travel logistics.