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Nole is Laureus world sportsman; Spanish women among top winners

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Apr 23, 2024 21:04

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Novak Djokovic, Aitana Bonmatí, Jude Bellingham and Simone Biles were among the big winners in Madrid on Sunday night, as Spain was at the centre of world sport with an unrivalled collection of sport’s greatest talents celebrating the 2024 Laureus World Sports Awards.

On an unforgettable evening at the historic Palacio de Cibeles in the heart of Madrid, with media from across the world in attendance, Djokovic was named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time.

Jan 24, 2024 19:01

Sumit Nagal to lead Indian challenge at Bengaluru Open

BENGALURU: Sumit Nagal, who made his presence felt at the Australian Open by knocking out world number 27 Alexander Bublik, will present a strong Indian challenge at the DafaNews Bengaluru Open, starting February 10.

Jan 16, 2024 18:01

Saudi Tennis onboards Rafael Nadal as federation ambassador

RIYADH: Rafa Nadal, among the greatest sporting figures and tennis players of all-time, has become a new ambassador of the Saudi Tennis Federation (STF) as part of a long-term commitment to help "grow the sport and inspire a new generation of athletes in Saudi Arabia".

Jan 12, 2024 15:01

Sony Sports to t'cast Australian Open 2024 in English & Hindi

MUMBAI: Sony Sports Network, India host broadcaster of the Australian Open, will bring all the LIVE action from the 2024 edition of the tournament in English and Hindi, while Tamil and Telugu language feeds will be added from the Quarterfinals stage onwards.

Jan 11, 2024 12:01

BOSS enters 2024 tennis season with new womenswear ambassadors

To open the 2024 season in style, and to reinforce its strong ties with tennis, BOSS has welcomed two new womenswear brand ambassadors: tennis talents Noma Noha Akugue and Ella Seidel.

Jan 10, 2024 18:01

KSLTA to host KPB Trust ITF Women’s Open from Jan 14

BENGALURU: The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) will host the third edition of the KPB Trust ITF Women's Open from January 14 to 21 in a new avatar. The tennis tournament will be played under lights for the first time, thus enhancing the spectator experience.

Dec 20, 2023 19:12

10,600 players, 1135 events: 2023 ITF World Tennis Tour in numbers

The ITF World Tennis Tour bolstered its position in 2023 as a fundamental pillar of professional tennis and the stage for the development of the game’s future stars. Over 10,600 players took part in over 1,135 tournaments as competitive opportunities increased on pre-pandemic levels (up from the 1,097 events held in 2019).

Dec 19, 2023 19:12

Davis Cup playoff tie in Pak: AITA awaits ruling on appeal

The All-India Tennis Association (AITA), while announcing a five-member squad for India’s Davis Cup World Group 1 playoff tie against Pakistan on February 3-4, have made a last-ditch appeal with regards to Pakistan's hosting rights.

Dec 18, 2023 19:12

Davis Cup '24 World Group I play-off: India name team for Pak tie

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) named a six-member Indian tennis team for the Davis Cup 2024 World Group I play-off tie versus Pakistan, set to take place on February 3-4 in Islamabad. The matches will be played on the grass courts of the Pakistan Sports Complex.

Dec 14, 2023 18:12

Paes, Amritraj inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Indian tennis legends Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes made history on Thursday as they became the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The landmark achievement also makes India the 28th nation to be represented in the prestigious institution.

Dec 12, 2023 15:12

Tennis Premier League season 5 kicks off in Pune

PUNE: Season 5 of Tennis Premier League (TPL), powered by Clear, is all set to kick off on Tuesday, 12 December at the Pune's Balewadi Stadium and promises a spectacle of top-tier tennis action. TPL Season 5 will also feature a charcoal-coloured court in all the matches for the first-time ever in India, as the league continues to innovate to add to the experience of spectators.

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