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Carlos Alcaraz's outrageous talent has tennis legend Chris Evert 'in awe, flabbergasted' ahead of French Open

Eurosport expert Chris Evert has been left «in awe» and «flabbergasted» by the excellence shown by Carlos Alcaraz in his return from injury ahead of the French Open. The Spaniard stormed past the previously in-form Daniil Medvedev in electrifying fashion to clinch a straight-sets win, 6-3 6-2, and seal the Indian Wells title in California, while he usurped Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic at the summit of the men's game in the process. Ad Alcaraz, who did not lose a set in six Indian Wells matches, has made a dominant return to the ATP Tour after he was forced to miss the opening Grand Slam of the season at Melbourne Park due to injury.

Emma Raducanu v Bianca Andreescu at Miami Open will see ‘fireworks’ says Chris Evert as she talks Brit's prospects

Eurosport expert Chris Evert believes there will be “fireworks” between Emma Raducanu and Bianca Andreescu when they meet in the first round of the Miami Open on Wednesday. Both players became Grand Slam champions as teenagers with Andreescu winning the 2019 US Open and Raducanu taking the title at Flushing Meadows two years later. Ad Raducanu had a run to the last 16 last week at Indian Wells, winning three matches in a row for the first time in 18 months, before being beaten by Iga Swiatek.

International Women's Day: 'Female athletes transcend their sports now' - Chris Evert hails sporting 'icons'

Eurosport's Chris Evert has hailed the huge and positive impact made by a number of women's tennis stars, including current icons Naomi Osaka and Ons Jabeur, but also not forgetting the great Billie Jean King. Evert was marking International Women's Day with her comments, and she was full of praise for the way the players «use their platform to give very pertinent thoughts and talk about very important issues that relate to society» while recognising their courage in speaking up. Ad Asked by Eurosport's Arnold Montgault which tennis player she most admires, Evert had little hesitation: «I have to say Billie Jean King.

Novak Djokovic 'always going to be favourite', can 'overcome almost anything' – Chris Evert exclusive

Novak Djokovic is «always going to be the favourite” and can “overcome almost anything” says 18-time Grand Slam champion and Eurosport expert Chris Evert. The Djokovic saga took yet another twist on Monday when it was confirmed that the Serb would miss Indian Wells – and likely the Miami Open – due to his vaccination status. Ad It means Djokovic can effectively start preparing for the clay-court swing, where he will aim to surpass Rafael Nadal on 22 Grand Slam singles titles at Roland-Garros in June and equal Serena Williams’ Open Era record (23).

Rafael Nadal 'has been a warrior' and now 'has a different perspective' - Chris Evert exclusive

Eurosport expert Chris Evert has hailed fellow tennis icon Rafael Nadal as «a warrior» while discussing his challenge to get back up to speed for the French Open. The 36-year-old has withdrawn from Indian Wells and the Miami Open due to injury in a bid to ensure that his preparation for defending his crown at Roland-Garros will be smooth.

Iga Swiatek has ‘target on her back’ and is ‘still the player to beat’ says Chris Evert ahead of Indian Wells

Eurosport expert Chris Evert believes Iga Swiatek has “a target on her back” and is still “the player to beat” on the WTA Tour. This year has been a mixed season for Swiatek as she lost in the fourth round of the Australian Open to Elena Rybakina, came back in February with a dominant week at the Qatar Open to win her first title of 2023, but then lost in the final of the Dubai Tennis Championships. Ad It is coming up to a year since Swiatek turned world No.

Garcia outguns Sabalenka in Texas to win WTA Finals

:France's Caroline Garcia put on a serving masterclass to claim the biggest title of her career on Monday by defeating Aryna Sabalenka 7-6(4) 6-4 to win the WTA Finals in Fort Worth, Texas.

Steffi Graf: Chris Evert pays tribute to tennis legend for historic achievement

Chris Evert has paid tribute to fellow tennis legend Steffi Graf on the anniversary of a legendary milestone the German set 36 years ago.

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Carlos Alcaraz's outrageous talent has tennis legend Chris Evert 'in awe, flabbergasted' ahead of French Open

Emma Raducanu v Bianca Andreescu at Miami Open will see ‘fireworks’ says Chris Evert as she talks Brit's prospects

International Women's Day: 'Female athletes transcend their sports now' - Chris Evert hails sporting 'icons'

Novak Djokovic 'always going to be favourite', can 'overcome almost anything' – Chris Evert exclusive

Rafael Nadal 'has been a warrior' and now 'has a different perspective' - Chris Evert exclusive

Iga Swiatek has ‘target on her back’ and is ‘still the player to beat’ says Chris Evert ahead of Indian Wells

Garcia outguns Sabalenka in Texas to win WTA Finals

Steffi Graf: Chris Evert pays tribute to tennis legend for historic achievement