Tennis Today: Yet another Roger Federer “shock” and being Boris Becker is awesome
In Tennis Today, ‘shockwatch’ comes up with another cracker, while Boris Becker reminds us all how brilliant it is to be Boris Becker.
What’s on the site
How successful is your country at tennis when judged solely upon open era Grand Slams won by women? Come on, do not pretend you haven’t all asked yourselves that exact question more times than you can possibly remember.
Anyway, we’ve got you covered on this by finally revealing the answer. Not all heroes wear capes, remember.
It’s been a decade since Ryan Harrison joined a very exclusive ATP club by winning a tour event aged just 15. We took a look at his achievement and those who went before him.
Meanwhile, Yannick Noah has continued his impassioned plea to leave the Davis Cup well alone, claiming proposed changes will destroy the competition.
Finally, why not take our Garbine Muguruza quiz now that she’s returned to winning ways?
Results round-up:
WTA Lugano
ATP Houston
ATP Marrakech
What’s in the news
Novak Djokovic’s coaching situation continues to be hot news, as tends to be the case when Andre Agassi is involved. It’s almost been like the splitting of a high-profile power couple, with everyone just waiting to compare the new boyfriend to the hugely popular old one.
Anyway, Annabel Croft has had her say on the matter now.
As we regularly observe in Tennis Today, the Daily Express loves a “shock”, particularly, specifically in fact, the kind that doesn’t actually shock anyone.
Today’s shockwatch revelation: Someone has said that Roger Federer is brilliant at tennis. ‘Shocking’.
What’s on social media
The trailer for the Being Serena documentary is out.
Excited to share the trailer for my upcoming documentary series #BeingSerena – starting May 2 on @HBO. Check it out! pic.twitter.com/ibGW5bIEeB
— Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) April 11, 2018
Caroline Wozniacki the liar. Well, not really.
.@CaroWozniacki isn’t telling the whole truth – but can you spot the lie? ?? pic.twitter.com/M8fImC1tSf
— WTA (@WTA) April 11, 2018
Taylor Fritz gives a big hashtagtastic shout-out to his sponsors.
Garbine Muguruza goes glam.
Boris Becker reminds us all how brilliant it is to be Boris Becker.
What’s on TV
ATP
There is no live coverage of the US Men’s Clay Court Championships or Grand Prix Hassan II.
WTA Ladies Open Lugano
Second seed Elise Mertens is scheduled to play.
11:00-17:00
LIVE – BT Sport 3
WTA Copa Colsanitas – Bogotá
Action continues from Colombia.
17:00-01:00
LIVE – BT Sport 1
Latest
-
NewsAndy Murray and Piers Morgan spar on Twitter over Messi v Ronaldo
Two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray teased interviewer Piers Morgan with a cheeky tweet after Lionel Messi’s World Cup goal.
-
Australian OpenNovak Djokovic set to make Australia return in Adelaide
Novak Djokovic and Serbia will miss the United Cup after the World No 5 opted not to declare for the tournament.
-
-
NewsWhy Roger Federer is still the highest paid star in tennis
Leaving Nike and freeing himself to sign long-term deals with Uniqlo and On Running has proved to be hugely lucrative for Federer.
-
WTA TourFormer US Open champion confirms new coach for 2023
Bianca Andreescu has reunited with an old mentor.
-
Davis CupDavis Cup: Australia produce stunning fightback to reach final
Australia show fight to down Croatia and take a step towards another Davis Cup title.
-
Tennis NewsCasper Ruud delighted with season despite big final losses
Casper Ruud says he has overachieved.
-
Tennis NewsFrances Tiafoe reveals his preferred holiday destination
‘Big Foe’ cools his heels in Turks and Caicos.
-
Tennis NewsWho is Carlos Alcaraz’s girlfriend: Maria Gonzalez Gimenez
Carlos Alcaraz is dating Maria Gonzalez Gimenez, a law student and aspiring tennis pro.
-
Australian OpenAustralian Open 2023: Who are the early favourites for the men’s singles
Novak Djokovic is out to complete La Decima at the Australian Open in 2023.