Category: Tennis

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Tennis is one of the top sports on most betting sites thanks to its popularity, frequency and gambling versatility. It’s a sport that’s played nearly all year round in a huge number of countries with tennis betting sites able to modify and improve their service to bettors since the rise of in-play betting and live...

Jack Draper is looking to bounce back in Asia as he targets a strong end to the season following the disappointment of Great Britain’s Davis Cup exit. The 22-year-old arrived in Manchester on a high from his run to the US Open semi-finals and breakthrough into the top 20, but he was unable to guide...

For so long, Andy Murray has been the epicentre of British tennis. It goes without saying the sport will not be the same without a superstar who brought unparalleled success, shifted the dial of expectation and raised standards across the board. Strong showings by Britain’s next generation at the recent US Open, though, provided optimism...

Sonay Kartal catapulted into the top 100 rankings after earning her maiden WTA title on Sunday, but who is Great Britain’s rising star? Kartal is often referred to as Emma Raducanu’s childhood rival. In 2014, the pair were pictured playing against each other at a junior tennis competition at the West Hants tennis club in...

“I’ve played some of my best tennis this week, had some of my best wins,” said Kartal, after coming through qualifying and dropping just one set in the tournament in Monastir. “I feel like each match I’ve grown and grown. I tried so hard to put the occasion and the score behind me.” Both women...

Draper has played more this season than ever in his burgeoning career, having steered clear of the fitness issues which dogged his early days on the ATP Tour. But he admitted he was feeling the effects of barely having a week off, like all the top players, since early April. The European clay-court swing, which...

Back on home turf following his exploits in New York, Draper had been the centre of attention in Manchester – even before playing. The 22-year-old British number one was rested for the opening tie against Finland, with Evans and rookie Billy Harris justifying Smith’s decision with victories. But, after being the talk of the town...

Leading British tennis centre teams up with global brand ASICS and Team Bath Tennis announce UK partnership to enhance coaching and player development Bath has grown it’s reputation for nurturing a developing top British talent in recent years and this partnership with ASICS will aim to enhance that. Many top tennis players already wear ASICS...

Harris’ display meant Smith’s decision to give Draper, 22, more time to recover paid off, but he could return for the round-robin contests against Argentina and Canada later this week. Britain are aiming to finish in Group D’s top two and reach the Davis Cup Finals last eight in Malaga this November. Evans and Neal...

The mantle of world No.1 in tennis is something every player aspires for but few ever achieve.  When it comes to women’s singles, Serena Williams dominated for years but younger players have emerged to stake their claim for the crown.   Iga Swiatek was briefly usurped at the summit but has now re-gained her top rank....

Great Britain will be backed by a home crowd in Manchester when they compete in the Davis Cup Finals group stage in September – and you can watch live on the BBC. Leon Smith’s team beat Finland on 11 September and will face Argentina on 13 September and then 2022 champions Canada on 15 September...