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Tennis: Jannik Sinner reappoints former fitness coach Umberto Ferrara
Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner Photo: Chryslene Caillaud / Pznews / PHOTOSPORT Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner has reappointed his former fitness coach Umberto Ferrara with immediate effect, the Italian world number one confirmed on Wednesday. Sinner parted ways with Ferrara and physiotherapist Giacomo Naldi last year following the investigation into his positive tests for banned substance clostebol. "The decision has been made in alignment with Jannik's management team as part of ongoing preparations for upcoming tournaments, including the Cincinnati Open and US Open," a statement from Sinner's team said. "Umberto has played an important role in Jannik's development to date, and his return reflects a renewed focus on continuity and performance at the highest level." Sinner served a three-month suspension earlier this year after agreeing a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency in February after authorities accepted that the anabolic agent clostebol had entered his system inadvertently via massages from Naldi at Indian Wells in March 2024. WADA had appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against an independent tribunal's decision last August to clear Sinner of wrongdoing. Sinner, who returned to action in May and lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open final before beating him to win Wimbledon, said clostebol, which can build muscle mass, entered his system after Naldi applied an over-the-counter spray to a cut on his own hand before carrying out treatments on Sinner. The spray had been given to Naldi by trainer Ferrara. Sinner was cleared of fault or negligence by an independent tribunal. Speaking at last year's US Open, Sinner explained his decision to part ways with Ferrara and Naldi. "Now, because of these mistakes, I'm not feeling that confident to continue with them. I was struggling a lot in the last months. I was waiting for the result. The only thing I need right now is some clean air," he said. Ferrara, who had laid the blame for the incident on Naldi, worked with Sinner's fellow Italian Matteo Berrettini this year. Sinner, 23, had split with Marco Panichi and Ulises Badio, his trainer and physiotherapist, before Wimbledon. - Reuters
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
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Jamie Murray sends Emma Raducanu a blunt message about Jack Draper after Wimbledon
Emma Raducanu reached the third round at Wimbledon – a round further than Jack Draper – but the 2021 US Open champion still has a lot of work to do, according to Jamie Murray Emma Raducanu needs to find a level of consistency in her game before she can be considered on an equal footing to Jack Draper. That's the opinion of Jamie Murray, who believes that Draper is in a much better position, despite exiting Wimbledon a round earlier than Raducanu. Draper went into Wimbledon as the No.4 seed – the highest-ranked Brit at the Grand Slam since Andy Murray in 2017 – but was knocked out in the second round by Marin Cilic. Despite the disappointment, the 23-year-old is ranked fifth in the world after reaching the US Open semi-finals last year and winning Indian Wells in March. Raducanu reached the third round, beating 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova before losing to world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka. Her win over Vondrousova and performance against Sabalenka offered plenty of encouragement for Raducanu, but she has lost her title as Britain's No.1, with Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal both ranked higher than her No.45. Murray saw positive signs from the 2021 US Open champion at Wimbledon, but urged caution in drawing comparisons with Draper. 'She actually got a good draw, playing a young British girl (Mimi Xu) in the first match,' he told Mirror Sport. 'But if you're unseeded then you're going to have to play top players pretty early in the event. I would say the third round is a good result, all things considered. She had a competitive match with Sabalenka. 'Hopefully she goes and has a good summer in America. But it's not like Jack – he was number four in the world [at Wimbledon]. He's putting results together all the time, he's proven that he's world-class and a top player.' Referring to Raducanu's ranking of No.45 in the world, he added: 'That's miles away from being at the level that Jack is at. Of course she had an unbelievable result at the US Open. But she obviously needs to win a lot more matches to be talked about as a contender for these tournaments. 'But of course, the hype is obviously massive based on her story of winning the US Open a few years ago. Not to talk bad about Emma, but Jack is in a completely different place in his career than where she is.' Draper arrived at Wimbledon with expectations sky-high following a fantastic period of form, but was bested by 36-year-old veteran Cilic. Murray, a seven-time Grand Slam champion in doubles, is not in the least bit concerned. 'Jack had a disappointing Wimbledon for him, but it was a tough draw in Cilic when the guy has won Grand Slams, been in finals, loves playing on grass and is a former Queens winner, that's a tough match for him,' he said. 'I'm sure he'll come back stronger next year and in the future years and he'll be at the top of the game for 10 years – he'll be one of the guys in that chasing pack trying to get to the level of [Jannik] Sinner and [Carlos] Alcaraz and compete with them on the biggest stage. I'm excited for Jack and what's to come for him. I don't think this Wimbledon is going to define how his future career goes in any shape or form.' At 39, Murray is a veteran of British tennis, having won the Davis Cup in 2015, and he also sounded a note of criticism over the system pushing through the next generation of players. Ahead of Wimbledon there were positive stories about there being 23 players in the singles draws – the most since 1984 – but Murray thinks that was oversold. 'You've got 23 people in the main draw, but 16 of them are wild cards,' he said. 'So that's seven players across the men and women in the main draw. I wouldn't say that's fantastic at all for a nation that's got much cash behind it every year. That's not great numbers at all, but that's where we are.' Jamie Murray and Laura Robson broke a Guinness World record by completing a rally of 101 consecutive shots as the Lexus NX became the latest court for the stars to play on.
Mint
13-07-2025
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- Mint
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner: What time is Wimbledon 2025 men's singles final today? How to watch in India for free?
Carlos Alcaraz, two-time defending champion is set to face world no. 1 Jannik Sinner in the men's singles Wimbledon 2025 final on Sunday (July 13). The match is expected to be a nail-biting thriller with both players currently in remarkable form. Here are all the details about the timings, head-to-head stats and live streaming about the upcoming summit clash at the grass court. In India, the match will begin at 8:30 PM IST. In the United States, the game will start at 11:00 AM ET. In India: The match will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network and the live streaming will be available on the JioHostar app/website. In the United States: The match will air live on ESPN and Tennis Channel. The live streaming will be available on ESPN+ and Fubo. Just 35 days after their unforgettable and nearly five-and-a-half-hour-long French Open final, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are set to clash again in the Wimbledon 2025 men's final. Their Roland Garros battle, saw Alcaraz rally from two sets down, saving three championship points to claim victory in a match that highlighted their extraordinary skill, stamina, and determination. The Spaniard won the thrilling game with 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2). Reflecting on their previous Grand Slam encounter, Sinner expressed cautious optimism about the upcoming final. "We saw the last final - you never know," he said. "Hopefully it is going to be a good match like the last one, I don't know if it can be better because I don't think it's possible. But we will do our best," the 23-year-old added. Alcaraz, still savouring memories of their Roland Garros triumph, admitted he hasn't fully revisited the match but remains deeply impacted by it. "I am still thinking about that moment sometimes. It was the best match I have ever played so far. I'm not surprised he pushed me to the limit. I expect that on Sunday," Alcaraz expressed. Carlos Alcaraz has won 8 games and Sinner has claimed 4 victories in the 12 times these two players came face to face. 2025 French Open Final: Carlos Alcaraz won 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) 2025 Italian Open Final: Carlos Alcaraz won 7-6(5), 6-1 2024 China Open Final: Carlos Alcaraz won 6-7(6), 6-4, 7-6(3) 2024 French Open Semifinal: Carlos Alcaraz won 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 2024 Indian Wells Semifinal: Carlos Alcaraz won 1-6, 6-3, 6-2 2023 China Open Semifinal: Jannik Sinner won 7-6(4), 6-1 2023 Miami Open Semifinal: Jannik Sinner won 6-7(4), 6-4, 6-2 2023 Indian Wells Semifinal: Carlos Alcaraz won 7-6(4), 6-3 2022 US Open Quarterfinal: Carlos Alcaraz won 6-3, 6-7(7), 6-7(0), 7-5, 6-3 2022 Croatia Open Final: Jannik Sinner won 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-1 2022 Wimbledon Round of 16: Jannik Sinner won 6-1, 6-4, 6-7(8), 6-3 2021 Paris Masters Round of 32: Carlos Alcaraz won 7-6(1), 7-5
Mint
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2025 final: When and where to watch, head-to-head Details, and other insights
Jannik Sinner will face Carlos Alcaraz in the highly-anticipated final clash of Wimbledon 2025 on July 13 (Sunday). The match is expected to be a thrilling contest between the top seed Sinner and defending champion, 2nd seeded Alcaraz. While Alcaraz is on a quest to win the third-consecutive final at Wimbledon, Sinner will be geared up to win his maiden title on the grass court. The Wimbledon 2025 final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will begin at 8:30 PM IST in India and 11:00 AM ET in the United States on Saturday, July 13. In India: Fans can watch the live telecast on the Star Sports Network or stream it on the JioHostar app/website. In the United States: The match will air live on ESPN and Tennis Channel, with live streaming available on ESPN+ and Fubo. Carlos Alcaraz has the upper hand in the matches played against Jannik Sinner. In the total 12 games played so far, Alcaraz has won 8 and Sinner has clinched 4 victories. Their most recent notable clash was at the 2025 French Open final, where Alcaraz won in the thrilling game with 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2). 2025 French Open Final: Alcaraz won 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) 2025 Italian Open Final: Alcaraz won 7-6(5), 6-1 2024 China Open Final: Alcaraz won 6-7(6), 6-4, 7-6(3) 2024 French Open Semifinal: Alcaraz won 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 2024 Indian Wells Semifinal: Alcaraz won 1-6, 6-3, 6-2 2023 China Open Semifinal: Sinner won 7-6(4), 6-1 2023 Miami Open Semifinal: Sinner won 6-7(4), 6-4, 6-2 2023 Indian Wells Semifinal: Alcaraz won 7-6(4), 6-3 2022 US Open Quarterfinal: Alcaraz won 6-3, 6-7(7), 6-7(0), 7-5, 6-3 2022 Croatia Open Final: Sinner won 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-1 2022 Wimbledon Round of 16: Sinner won 6-1, 6-4, 6-7(8), 6-3 2021 Paris Masters Round of 32: Alcaraz won 7-6(1), 7-5 Semifinals: Defeated Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 Quarterfinals: Defeated Ben Shelton 7-6(2), 6-4, 6-4 Round of 16: Defeated Grigor Dimitrov 3-6, 5-7, 2-2 (retired) Round of 32: Defeated Pedro Martinez 6-1, 6-3, 6-1 Round of 64: Defeated Aleksandar Vukic 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 Round of 128: Defeated Luca Nardi 6-4, 6-3, 6-0 Semifinals: Defeated Taylor Fritz 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(6) Quarterfinals: Defeated Cameron Norrie 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 Round of 16: Defeated Andrey Rublev 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 Round of 32: Defeated Jan-Lennard Struff 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 Round of 64: Defeated Oliver Tarvet 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 Round of 128: Defeated Fabio Fognini 7-5, 6-7(5), 7-5, 2-6, 6-1
Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Wimbledon star Mirra Andreeva's 'crush' on British tennis champ
Wimbledon quarter finalist Mirra Andreeva is a tennis prodigy, with her parents relocating from Russia to France in an attempt to allow her to pursue of dream of turning professional Teenage tennis sensation Mirra Andreeva has reached the quarter finals of Wimbledon, with £3million in prize money waiting for the winner of the women's title. The 18-year-old is already a seriously high earner - Mirra won the prestigious Indian Wells tournament in California, United States, this March, netting her a cool £869,000. The Russian is the youngest player since Caroline Wozniacki to achieve ten or more major wins in a year. She also became only the fourth women's player in the 21st century to reach the round of 16 at the first three Grand Slams of a season before turning 19. Despite her massive success at such a young age, Mirra's first purchase with her Indian Wells prize money was a very modest one - she spent £76 on a Mona Lisa Lego set. She didn't even buy it herself - until she turned 18 on April 29, Mirra's father managed her bank account. The tennis prodigy was raised by Raisa and Alexander Andreeva, who relocated from their home town of Krasnoyarsk to Moscow and then to France when Mirra and her older sister Erika showed promise at the sport. "I didn't pick this sport. My mom did," Mirra told the World Tennis Association of playing from an early age. "I'm really happy that my mom picked this sport because I feel that I really belong to this sport." The teenager turned professional in 2023 and made her WTA breakthrough on clay at the Madrid Open, reaching the third round. She was then knocked out in the third round and now in the top 100 in the world's rankings, she declared her dream in tennis was to "win 25 grand slam titles". Well on the way to becoming a well known player, the then 16-year-old described how she has been starstruck to see Andy Murray in the player's restaurant at the Madrid Open. "When you sit here and take in all the stars, like Andy Murray, you see his face," said Mirra. "He is so beautiful in life. Sorry, he is so amazing." Andreeva later congratulated Murray after he won a Challenger title in France ahead of the French Open Roland Garros, with the two-time Wimbledon champion responding to the text. "He actually answered me, so I was really happy about it," she said. "He said: 'Thank you and good luck in Roland Garros'." Andreeva reached the third round of the Grand Slam and called Murray her "good luck charm". Known for her fearless, attacking style and wearing her heart on her sleeve, she went onto caused controversy at Wimbledon that year after she refused to shake the umpire's hand after being given a points penalty in her fourth round loss. "She didn't do a right decision for me." she said. "That's why I didn't want to shake hands to her." Nevertheless, the player had seriously impressed with her performances on grass at the tournament, which incredibly were her first professional matches on grass. Two years on from turning pro, she is ranked 7th in the world.
