Grand Slams
Everything filed under tours in our tennis coverage, the 31 reports filed on it so far.

McEnroe Gambill Clash Over Fifth Set Tie-Break Proposal
Former top 20 player Jan-Michael Gambill has dismissed John McEnroe's proposal to replace Grand Slam fifth sets with match tie-breaks.

Elena Rybakina Joins Grand Slam Player Council with Djokovic
Elena Rybakina and Felix Auger-Aliassime are among 12 players on the new Grand Slam Player Council, formed after prize money protests.

Zverev's coach defends Grand Slam wins over injured rivals
Alexander Zverev's brother and coach, Mischa Zverev, has responded to claims that Zverev's 2026 Grand Slam titles were due only to injuries suffered...

Panna Udvardy's Grand Slam Struggles Continue in 2026
Hungarian player Panna Udvardy has lost in the first round of all four Grand Slams in 2026, a repeat of an unwanted career feat.

15-Year-Old Chris Evert Stuns Grand Slam Champion Margaret Court
In a 1970 Charlotte Open semi-final, teenage prodigy Chris Evert defeated world No. 1 Margaret Court, who had just completed a calendar-year Grand...

Joe Salisbury retires from tennis after six Grand Slam titles
British doubles specialist Joe Salisbury, 34, has announced his retirement from professional tennis. The six-time Grand Slam champion made the...

US Open 2026 Criticized as Worst Grand Slam in Recent Memory
The 2026 US Open faced severe criticism for poor stadium conditions, disruptive influencer behavior, and punishingly late match finishes.

Top tennis players end prize-money campaign
Leading tennis players have suspended their 18-month campaign for more prize money and welfare support from the grand slams.

Rafael Nadal Completes Career Grand Slam at 2010 US Open
On September 13, 2010, Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic to win his first US Open title, completing the career Grand Slam at age 24.

Australian Open Chief Proposes Scrapping Five-Set Matches
Tennis Australia's new CEO, Andrew Abdo, is considering major changes to Grand Slam formats.

Zverev Completes Grand Slam Quarterfinal Set at US Open
Alexander Zverev defeated Luciano Darderi to reach the US Open quarterfinals, becoming the only man this season to make the last eight at all four...

Maureen Connolly's 1953 US Title Secures First Women's Grand Slam
On September 7, 1953, 18-year-old Maureen 'Little Mo' Connolly defeated Doris Hart 6-2, 6-4 to win the US National Championships.

Carlos Alcaraz reaches US Open quarter-finals with win over Tommy Paul
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul in straight sets to reach the US Open quarter-finals, extending his Grand Slam match win streak to 18.

Sam Querrey challenges myth that major wins relieve pressure
Sam Querrey says winning a Grand Slam does not relieve pressure or grant freedom, countering the idea that Alexander Zverev now plays with ease.

Gauff and Tien advance as Monfils' Grand Slam career ends
Coco Gauff overcame a tough test from Paula Badosa at the US Open, while Learner Tien ended Gael Monfils' Grand Slam career.

Gaël Monfils ends grand slam career with US Open loss
Gaël Monfils retired after a 22-year career, losing his final grand slam match at the US Open to Learner Tien in straight sets.

Katie Boulter suffers worst grand slam loss at US Open
British number one Katie Boulter was defeated 6-1, 6-0 by Karolina Muchova in under an hour at the US Open, marking her worst career grand slam loss.

Novak Djokovic's Future Unclear
Novak Djokovic, 39, refused to discuss his tennis future after a first-round US Open loss, his earliest Grand Slam defeat in 20 years.

Alcaraz admits serve issues in US Open win
Carlos Alcaraz won his first match in over four months at the US Open but admitted his serve was a problem. He beat Roman Safiullin in straight sets...

Toby Samuel wins first Grand Slam at US Open
British qualifier Toby Samuel, 23, won his first Grand Slam match at the US Open, defeating Tomas Machac in straight sets to earn $140,000.

Novak Djokovic's earliest Grand Slam exit in two decades
Novak Djokovic, 39, lost in the US Open first round in five sets, citing a recurring health issue. It is his earliest Grand Slam exit since 2006.

Monfils Backs Fils for Grand Slam Success
Gael Monfils believes his French compatriot Arthur Fils has the potential to win a Grand Slam title. Monfils made the comments at the US Open, where...

Djokovic aims to avoid 20-year US Open low
Novak Djokovic must win three matches at the US Open to reach the fourth round and avoid his worst Grand Slam season since 2006.

Novak Djokovic Sees US Open as Best Chance
Novak Djokovic, 39, sees the US Open as his best shot at a 25th Grand Slam title, as Sinner and Alcaraz are absent or undercooked.