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French Open 2023: Carlos Alcaraz wows crowd with 'out of this world' shot from 'outrageous angle'

Carlos Alcaraz produced a shot that was so unbelievably good it had his opponent Flavio Cobolli throwing his arms up in disbelief at the 2023 French Open. The precocious talent electrified Court Suzanne-Lenglen with his dominant play in storming through the opening set with a bagel and then pulling away comfortably to only concede two games in the second as he established a commanding lead. Ad Cobolli, to his immense credit, responded superbly at the start of the third set to challenge his opponent and force him to work extremely hard for every point, but then the Spaniard found another gear when it mattered to pull away once more.

French Open 2023: Day 3 order of play and schedule - When are Daniil Medvedev, Elena Rybakina and Gael Monfils playing?

It was an enthralling second day of action at the 2023 French Open and Day 3 has just as much in store. Daniil Medvedev, Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff and home favourite Gael Monfils are among those taking to the red dirt on Tuesday, with hopes of making a deep run at the second Grand Slam of the year. Ad Medvedev faces Brazil's Thiago Seyboth Wild on Court Philippe Chatrier, while Monfils is last on court up against Argentina's Sebastian Baez.

Too much 'rubbish' being talked about Ukraine on tour, says Svitolina

PARIS : Discussions about the war in Ukraine on the tennis circuit avoid the important issues and are just empty words that do not support people who are suffering, Ukrainian Elina Svitolina said on Monday.

Ronnie O'Sullivan on why World Championship is snooker's major test as he eyes more glory – 'Stands alone for intensity'

The modern metric of snooker greatness has been valued by a player's success in the self-styled 'Triple Crown' in recent years, but Ronnie O'Sullivan is in no doubt about what remains the ultimate test in the sport. O'Sullivan has won a record seven UK and Masters trophies over the past 30 years, but feels the most arduous challenge above all else on the green baize comes every April when the World Championship is staged by the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.

Sloane Stephens says racist abuse of athletes has 'only gotten worse' - ESPN

Racist behavior directed at athletes is getting worse, and even software designed to protect them from it has little impact, tennis player Sloane Stephens said Monday.

French Open 2023: Aggressive Novak Djokovic playing tennis 'on his terms' at Roland-Garros says Tim Henman

Aggressive Novak Djokovic showed he wants to play “on his terms” at the French Open, says Eurosport analyst Tim Henman, while Alex Corretja believes the Serbian is returning to top form after his first-round win over Aleksandar Kovacevic. Djokovic cruised through his Roland-Garros opener with a 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) victory over the unseeded American and he will face Marton Fucsovics next in Paris. Ad Talking in The Cube as part of Eurosport’s exclusive French Open coverage, Barbara Schett pointed out an increased aggression in the Serbian’s game that saw him lose just seven points on serve in the first two sets combined.

Novak Djokovic made to fight for opening win at French Open

Novak Djokovic began his bid for a 23rd Grand Slam singles title with a straight-sets win over Aleksandar Kovacevic in the French Open first round on Monday.

Novak Djokovic Battles Into French Open Second Round, Carlos Alcaraz Waits

Novak Djokovic started his bid for a men's record 23rd Grand Slam singles title with a straight-sets victory over Aleksandar Kovacevic in the French Open first round on Monday, as Carlos Alcaraz waited to open his tournament. Two-time Roland Garros champion Djokovic held off a late rally from his American opponent on Court Philippe Chatrier to clinch a 6-3, 6-2, 7-6 (7/1) victory. He has still not lost in his opening match of a major since the 2006 Australian Open. "I'm very motivated to stay in this tournament for a long time, it's just the start now," said Djokovic after kicking off his 19th consecutive French Open campaign.

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French Open 2023: Carlos Alcaraz wows crowd with 'out of this world' shot from 'outrageous angle'

French Open 2023: Day 3 order of play and schedule - When are Daniil Medvedev, Elena Rybakina and Gael Monfils playing?

Too much 'rubbish' being talked about Ukraine on tour, says Svitolina

Ronnie O'Sullivan on why World Championship is snooker's major test as he eyes more glory – 'Stands alone for intensity'

Sloane Stephens says racist abuse of athletes has 'only gotten worse' - ESPN

French Open 2023: Aggressive Novak Djokovic playing tennis 'on his terms' at Roland-Garros says Tim Henman

Novak Djokovic made to fight for opening win at French Open

Novak Djokovic Battles Into French Open Second Round, Carlos Alcaraz Waits