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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Richard Gasquet ends 23-year career after loss to Jannik Sinner at French Open
PARIS: Richard Gasquet ended his 23-year professional career Thursday with a 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 loss to top-ranked Jannik Sinner in the second round of the French Open. The 38-year-old Frenchman received a standing ovation and an honorary trophy during a post-match ceremony on Court Philippe-Chatrier. Novak Djokovic and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga appeared in a video tribute that was broadcast on the stadium's screen. Gasquet had announced earlier this year that Roland-Garros would be his final tournament. 'I couldn't dream of a better ending than having my last match on this court,' Gasquet said after losing to Sinner. 'I will keep loving tennis until the end of my life.' Rafael Nadal paid tribute to Gasquet in a post on his social media channels. Nadal's Instagram account featured photos of the pair through the years. 'Since we were kids we have shared so many moments together on and off the court. Hundreds of tournaments, cities, matches,' the 14-time French Open champion wrote. 'Throughout your great career your talent has been recognized worldwide and I am happy that today you were able to say goodbye to tennis in such a special place as (Roland-Garros). I wish you all the best in the future!' Gasquet reached a career-high No. 7 ranking in 2007 and made three major semifinals — twice at Wimbledon and once at the U.S. Open — but never reached a Grand Slam final. He won 16 ATP titles and was part of the French team that lifted the Davis Cup in 2017. He played over 1,000 matches during a career that began in 2002. This was his 22nd participation at the French Open.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Au revoir, Richard Gasquet! Frenchman loses to Jannik Sinner in farewell game at Roland Garros
France's Richard Gasquet smiles as he plays Italy's Jannik Sinner. (AP Photo) THE TIMES OF INDIA AT ROLAND GARROS: The Philippe Chatrier Court has been half-full for most of the day sessions this week, not on Thursday though. For Richard Gasquet, a former top-10 player, and the owner of an elegant single-handed backhand, it was a full house for his last outing. The Frenchman was up against the world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Both men were given standing ovations when they walked into the stadium. No sooner had play started and the roar on Chatrier echoed across the grounds with chants of 'Reeshard' clap, clap, clap; 'Reeshard' clap, clap, clap filling the late afternoon air. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! When Gasquet produced two backhand winners, down-the-line, catching Sinner out of position in the first of the veteran's service games, it raised visions. The Italian was having none of that though as he powered to a 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 second-round win in shade under two-hours. Who's that IPL player? Gasquet, who played in the era of the big three – Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic – made three Grand Slam semifinals, twice at Wimbledon and once in New York, suffered a calf injury in the lead up to his farewell tournament. Sinner, 23, took his time settling down on the clay, having played his first-round match under lights in vastly different conditions. 'In the evening, the ball bounces less. It can play a bit more flatter, because the ball doesn't pop up like it did today,' he said. 'Today, it was at times a bit cloudy, at times was sunny. Different conditions.' Sinner, who had some support in the stands, applauded the home crowd, saying they were respectful. 'When you play against French players here, it's a little bit different, the atmosphere. It's the same when I play in Italy,' he said.
France 24
2 days ago
- Sport
- France 24
Richard Gasquet bids farewell to tennis, Arthur Fils wins at French Open
05:15 Issued on: 05:15 min Frenchman Richard Gasquet lost to Jannik Sinner in the last match of his career, receiving a standing ovation and honorary trophy during a post-match ceremony. Arthur Fils prevailed despite injury. Also at the French Open, Gaël Monfils lost to Jack Draper. France's Elsa Jacquemot and Loïs Boisson, both 22, will meet in the 3rd round. In football, FC Metz are back in Ligue 1 after their play-off victory over Reims. Finally, in the Giro, Nico Denz wins stage 18 and Isaac del Toro retains the pink jersey.
Free Malaysia Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Sinner crushes Gasquet to end Frenchman's career
The 23-year-old said they have a good relationship off the court. (AP pic) PARIS : World number one Jannik Sinner sent Frenchman Richard Gasquet into retirement with a 6-3 6-0 6-4 hammering in the battle of generations at the French Open on Thursday to ease into the third round. It was the second time in as many years in Paris that the 23-year-old beat local hero Gasquet, who said he would end his career that started over two decades ago and yielded 16 tour-level singles titles after his home Grand Slam. With his team watching on in matching white T-shirts that read 'Merci Richard' the 38-year-old soaked up his ovation and video messages from peers, including Novak Djokovic and the recently retired Rafa Nadal, on the big screen. 'I'd like to thank Jannik for his kindness and the player that he is and I know he'll have a great career,' Gasquet said. 'I have great memories with all of you. You all supported me in defeat and victory … I began playing in a club in the south and travelled and played across France. So, I remember all the tournaments I played in, not just Roland Garros. 'We always had a welcome here that was extraordinary. I'd like to thank the federation. Tennis finishes for me today.' Gasquet, who made his French Open debut in 2002 when top seed Sinner was still in a crib, drew huge roars from the Court Philippe Chatrier crowd when he unleashed his single-handed backhand on the Italian early in the match. Fans were slightly more subdued when Sinner raced ahead 4-1 and won the opening set, before they were almost silenced when he dished out a bagel in the next set to leave Gasquet with a mountain to climb. Sinner faced more resistance in the first eight games of the next set as Gasquet mounted an unlikely comeback attempt, but he broke for a 5-4 lead and promptly closed out the match, before paying tribute to his opponent. 'We have a good relationship off the court. We're different generations, but it's your moment,' Sinner said. 'Congrats to your family, your team. Without great people around each player, it's impossible to make such an incredible career. You played in such an incredible era of tennis and everyone will recognise you, even after your retirement.' Victory ensured US and Australian Open champion Sinner became the first man born in 1990 or later to record 16 straight wins at Grand Slams. He will next play Czech Jiri Lehecka.
Arab News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Sinner sends Gasquet into retirement, Djokovic marches on
PARIS: French Open veteran Richard Gasquet's career ended in defeat by Jannik Sinner while seasoned campaigner Novak Djokovic continued his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title by battling into the Roland Garros third round on Thursday. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Third seed Alexander Zverev, teenager Mirra Andreeva and American title contenders Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys all won on a windy afternoon but former champion Barbora Krejcikova and ninth seed Alex De Minaur crashed out. Top seed Sinner brought the curtain down on Gasquet's long professional journey, hammering the 38-year-old 6-3 6-0 6-4 for his second win over the local favorite in as many editions of Roland Garros and then led the tributes. 'We're different generations, but it's your moment. You played in such an incredible era of tennis and everyone will recognize you, even after retirement,' said Sinner, before a touching video tribute featuring Gasquet's peers. Gasquet's compatriot Gael Monfils, also 38, lit up the evening session on Court Philippe Chatrier as he pushed fifth seeded Briton Jack Draper in a sensational match that had a partisan crowd screaming for more. Draper eventually won 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-5 but had to battle back from 5-2 down in the fourth set to avoid a decider. 'My brain was fried out here. I'm not sure if I am going to go to sleep tonight because my brain is just all over the place with what he was doing out here,' Draper said of the man he described as a magician. While Sinner and Gasquet showcased clean hitting in their match, third seed Alexander Zverev had to chase down dozens of drop shots from Dutchman Jesper de Jong before securing a 3-6 6-1 6-2 6-3 victory. Surprise 2024 semifinalist Andreeva took apart the powerful Ashlyn Krueger 6-3 6-4 with her inventive approach and confirmed her caliber on the sport's slowest surface after runs to the Madrid and Rome quarterfinals this season. 'This match wasn't easy, I'd lost to her at the US Open,' Andreeva said, reflecting on her second-round defeat by Krueger in New York last August. 'She's a powerful and aggressive player. I knew I had to play well ... I suffered and struggled with my serve, but I'm happy I found a way to stay calm.' Pegula, Krueger's frequent doubles partner this season and the third seed, had to battle against fellow American Ann Li but found her best level when it mattered to prevail 6-3 7-6(3). Up next for the 2024 US Open runner-up is former Paris finalist Marketa Vondrousova, after the Czech sent 25th seed Magdalena Frech packing 6-0 4-6 6-3. Gauff cruises Gauff moved ahead by beating unseeded Czech Tereza Valentova 6-2 6-4 while fellow Grand Slam champion Keys overcame Briton Katie Boulter 6-1 6-3 but it was the end of the road for 2021 champion Krejcikova who fell 6-3 6-3 to Veronika Kudermetova. Three-time French Open champion Djokovic had to work but the 38-year-old continued his quest for more history after his 100th title in Geneva last week as he beat Frenchman Corentin Moutet 6-3 6-2 7-6(1). The Serbian's sixth victory in a row marked his longest winning streak since his run to the Paris Olympics gold at the same venue last year. 'Mentally you have to be concentrated throughout such a match. Corentin is very quick, he is a fighter, especially in the third set,' said Djokovic, who came close to losing the third set. 'He had set point. At that moment anything could happen but I stayed in the set. At the right time I found a good serve.' Teen sensation Joao Fonseca beat Pierre-Hugues Herbert 7-6(4) 7-6(4) 6-4 in a clash where French and Brazilian fans competed for vocal superiority at a packed Court 14. Up next for Fonseca is a mouth-watering clash with Draper. Czech Jakub Mensik, who at 19 is a year older than Fonseca but equally talented as confirmed by his Miami triumph, failed to conjure up any magic and fell 2-6 1-6 6-4 6-3 6-3 against Henrique Rocha of Portugal. Local crowds had reason to cheer despite Gasquet, Moutet and Herbert falling, however, as 14th seed Arthur Fils rallied for a 7-6(3) 7-6(4) 2-6 0-6 6-4 win over Spaniard Jaume Munar. 'In the fifth set, I thought about Gael Monfils, who has flipped millions of matches,' said Fils, referring to his 38-year-old compatriot who earned his 12th five-set win at the French Open on Tuesday. Jiri Lehecka earlier took out Spanish 26th seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3 3-6 6-1 6-2 and Kazakh showman Alexander Bublik awoke from his slumber to upset Australian ninth seed Alex De Minaur 2-6 2-6 6-4 6-3 6-2. De Minaur put down his own problems in the match down to fatigue amid a gruelling season and called for changes to the calendar to prevent players from burning out.
