Tag: Controversy
“Serious invasion of privacy” – Vondrousova outraged after officials arrive outside her declared testing window
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova expressed her frustration on social media after receiving an unexpected visit from anti-doping officials outside her declared testing window. The Czech player criticized the intrusion, arguing that the rules should be respected by both athletes and the organizations enforcing...
Potapova expresses hope for Russia’s return to international tennis team events
At the Northern Palmyra Trophies, a Russian exhibition event, Anastasia Potapova represented the Lions team alongside Diana Shnaider, Alexander Bublik and Tallon Griekspoor. They faced Daniil Medvedev, Karen Khachanov, Veronika Kudermetova and Yulia Putintseva. The competition featured singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches, remaining...
Alexander Bublik explains why he loves playing in St. Petersburg
Alexander Bublik was born in Gatchina, a town near St. Petersburg, before switching to represent Kazakhstan in 2016. The decision was largely motivated by financial opportunities that allowed him to support his professional career.
Early memories on St. Petersburg courts
Bublik’s connection to St. Petersburg runs...
Griekspoor criticized for playing in Russia in an event sponsored by Gazprom along side his alleged girlfriend Potapova
Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor has come under heavy criticism for his decision to participate in an exhibition tournament in St. Petersburg this weekend. The event is funded by Gazprom, a company directly linked to sponsoring Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Warning from the Dutch tennis...
Fonseca withdraws from Next Gen Finals Because of an injury but he would play an exhibition before that
Joao Fonseca, one of the brightest young stars in tennis, has officially withdrawn from the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals due to injury. The 19-year-old Brazilian, who captured the title in Jeddah last year by defeating Learner Tien, will not be traveling to Saudi...
Elena Rybakina downplays Sabalenka’s alleged remark after WTA Finals victory in Riyadh
Elena Rybakina capped off her season with a commanding performance at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, defeating world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6(0) to claim the prestigious title. It marked her first major victory since the 2023 Italian Open and earned her a...
Stefanos Tsitsipas’ attorney clarifies details behind speeding fine and license suspension
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas was linked to a speeding violation on September 24, when his Lotus was reportedly clocked at 210 km/hr on the Attiki Odos highway. The case quickly drew attention after reports suggested that Tsitsipas himself was behind the wheel.
The €2,000...
ARE YOU MAD ABOUT PADEL? Kylian Mbappe’s vacation to Dubai following his injury withdrawal sparks controversy in France.
Kylian Mbappe’s decision to pull out of France’s squad due to ankle inflammation has sparked fresh controversy after the Real Madrid forward was seen in Dubai during the break. According to L'Equipe, he spent several days at the Atlantis The Royal hotel and went...
In 2026, Spanish star Paquito Navarro desires fewer competitions, golden points, and different court configurations.
Paquito Navarro, a padel star, has listed three significant rule changes that he thinks ought to be implemented in 2026. His suggestions include introducing a variety of courts and balls, restricting the number of ranking tournaments, and standardizing the golden point system for all...
ITF CEO Ross Hutchins defends Davis Cup format after Alexander Zverev’s criticism
The Davis Cup format, revamped in 2019, continues to divide opinion within the tennis community. The International Tennis Federation (ITF) introduced the changes to make the competition more appealing to top players, who were increasingly skipping the event. While home-and-away ties have returned in...
