Nadal launches US Open bid, Swiatek, Raducanu head women's draw
Rafael Nadal opens his bid for a 23rd Grand Slam title at the US Open on Tuesday as world number one Iga Swiatek and defending champion Emma Raducanu headline the women's draw.
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Love and affection as curtain goes up on Serena's farewell party
NEW YORK: Serena Williams walked onto Arthur Ashe Stadium with her diamond-encrusted dress glittering under the New York sky, over 23,000 people screaming their approval.
Williams wins opening match at final US Open
NEW YORK (AP) — Serena Williams is not ready to say goodbye just yet. Nor, clearly, are her fans.
US Open: Serena Williams praised by Billie Jean King in heartwarming tribute
A record opening crowd of roaring fans packed out the Arthur Ashe Stadium to watch Serena Williams play her final US Open last night.
Serena Williams opens up on taking next steps in her career: 'It’s been a very hard decision'
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'Amazing for Serena' - Reaction to 'unbelievable' Williams victory over Danka Kovinic and 'party' at US Open
Eurosport's tennis experts have been reacting to the incredible celebration of Serena Williams' career and her first-round victory over Danka Kovinic at the US Open. Williams won through to the second round at Flushing Meadows after a 6-3 6-3 win over Montenegro’s Kovinic on an emotional night in her farewell tournament. Ad The packed and noisy crowd inside Arthur Ashe Stadium could have witnessed Williams’ last ever singles match as a professional, but instead, the 23-time Grand Slam champion delivered when it mattered to keep her tournament going.
US Open 2022: 'You never know' - Serena Williams hints at retirement U-turn after New York crowd reaction
Serena Williams has joked that the «overwhelming» reception she received during her US Open first-round victory over Danka Kovinic could prompt her into a possible change of heart over her impending retirement. The 23-time Grand Slam winner looks set to call time on a glittering career following this year’s tournament after revealing recently that she plans to ‘evolve away’ from tennis. Ad However, following her 6-3 6-3 win over the Montenegro player in front of a loud and passionate crowd inside the Arthur Ashe Stadium, the 40-year-old hinted at a possible U-turn.
'It was a nightmare' - Nick Kyrgios on US Open win over Thanasi Kokkinakis, Stefanos Tsitsipas crashes out
Nick Kyrgios said he hopes he «never again» has to face his good friend, Thanasi Kokkinakis, at a Grand Slam after his first-round victory at the US Open, while Stefanos Tsitsipas sensationally crashed out in his opener. It was a straightforward victory for Kyrgios as he swept past Kokkinakis in straight sets, 6-4 6-4 7-6(4), and he will now be able to take on opponents with more relish in New York. Ad Perhaps surprisingly, the duo — who customarily play doubles together, winning their home Australian Open back in January — were meeting for the first time ever in a tour singles match, and it was clear for all to see how Kyrgios did not enjoy facing his compatriot on Arthur Ashe Stadium.