Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem played his final professional match on Tuesday, losing to Luciano Darderi in the first round of the Erste Bank Open. The 31-year-old Austrian, plagued by a wrist injury, announced his retirement earlier this year, bringing an end to a career filled with Grand Slam glory.
American tennis star Coco Gauff has added Matt Daly to her coaching team, alongside her long-time mentor Jean-Christophe Faurel, with a specific focus on improving her serve. This comes after a disappointing US Open title defence where she struggled with double faults. Gauff believes that improving her serve will significantly elevate her overall game, and is excited about the changes and potential for improvement in the upcoming season.
Coco Gauff and her coach Brad Gilbert have parted ways after a successful year together, which included Gauff’s first Grand Slam title at the US Open in 2023. The decision comes after a recent string of disappointing results for the young American star.
Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur has announced she will miss the remainder of the 2024 WTA season due to a persistent shoulder injury. The three-time Grand Slam runner-up has struggled with form and fitness throughout the year, and the injury forced her to withdraw from the recent US Open. She plans to return for the start of the 2025 season in Australia.
The US Open 2024 saw a surge of American men’s singles hopefuls, but ultimately, Jannik Sinner emerged victorious, capturing his second Grand Slam title of the year. While Taylor Fritz’s impressive run and Frances Tiafoe’s hometown heroics captivated the crowd, Sinner’s dominance was undeniable. On the women’s side, Aryna Sabalenka overcame a history of heartbreaking US Open losses to claim her first title, showcasing mental resilience and a newfound tactical versatility. Jessica Pegula, fueled by a personal comeback story and a determined spirit, reached her first Grand Slam final, only to be overcome by Sabalenka’s power game.
Taylor Swift’s public display of affection with boyfriend Travis Kelce at the US Open has sparked a wave of online criticism. This begs the question: why do we seem to hate love so much, especially when it comes to celebrities?
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has yet to decide whether to appeal the decision that exonerated US Open champion Jannik Sinner of blame for his positive steroid tests. The agency has three weeks to file an appeal, but it remains unclear if the initial 21-day deadline has passed. Sinner’s case involved two positive tests for an anabolic steroid in March, but he was cleared after the ITIA concluded the substance entered his system unintentionally through a massage from his physiotherapist.
British tennis star Jack Draper is focusing on his fitness after a tough US Open semifinal match. He’s set to join his Davis Cup teammates in Manchester ahead of their Group D matches, beginning Wednesday.
Jessica Pegula’s impressive run to the US Open 2024 final propelled her to a career-high No. 3 ranking, while Aryna Sabalenka solidified her position as World No. 2 after winning the tournament. Coco Gauff dropped to No. 6 after her fourth-round exit, while Emma Navarro made her Top 10 debut.
The US Open concluded with major changes in the ATP and WTA rankings, with Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula climbing into the top 10 and Emma Navarro achieving a career-high ranking. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner solidified his position as the ATP’s No. 1, while Aryna Sabalenka remains second in the WTA despite winning the women’s title.
