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India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
French Open Day 10 Live Updates: Swiatek vs Svitolina underway, Sabalenka beats Zheng
Iga Swiatek is currently locking horns with Elina Svitolina for a place in the semifinals of the French Open women's singles. Swiatek is looking to become the first woman to win four French Open titles on the trot. Aryna Sabalenka is through to the semi-finals after beating Qinwen Zheng 7-6 (7-3), 6-3 on Centre Court. Sabalenka will next face the winner of the quarterfinal between defending champion Iga Swiatek and Ukraine's Elina Svitolina. Aryna Sabalenka is now a solitary game away from winning the match. With her third break of the match, she went 4-3 up, after which she extended her lead to 5-3. Qinwen Zheng needs something special to make a comeback at Philippe Chatrier. Qinwen Zheng has hit back brilliantly. The Chinese star was under pressure after conceding a break, but has now earned the break back on Centre Court. It's 3-3 in the second set. Can Zheng now hold on and somehow take the match into the deciding set. It's getting exciting at Philippe-Chatrier. It's getting way too pear-shaped for Qinwen Zheng in the quarter-finals. Aryna Sabalenka has gone 3-2 up in the second set with a break of serve, her second of the match. It would need a herculean effort from Zheng now to bounce back. Sabalenka won't relent as he is cloising in on another win. World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has won the opening set against Qinwen Zheng 7-6 (7-3) on Tuesday at Court Philippe-Chatrier. Sabalenka found herself on the backfoot after dropping her serve, but she bounced back strongly. Meanwhile, Zheng is yet to take a set off from Sabalenka in majors. She has to, now, if she is to stay alive at Roland Garros 2025. After an hour, the first set is down to a tie-break. Qinwen Zheng would be gutted after not being able to keep the pressure on Aryna Sabalenka. Can Zheng, however, make amends in the tie-break? The task isn't going to be easy by any means. Aryna Sabalenka is the World No.1, and she showed why. She dropped her serve early to go 1-3 down. But she has earned her break back and won three games on the trot to make it 4-4 against Qinwen Zheng. Does Zheng has an answer? Remember, Sabalenka has never dropped a set against Zheng in Grand Slams. Qinwen Zheng couldn't have expected a better start against World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka. Sabalenka won the first game on Centre Court, but Zheng managed to earn an all-important serve to now take a 2-1 lead. Can Sabalenka bounce back and earn the break back? Aryna Sabalenka and Qinwen Zheng will face off in the first quarterfinal of the day at Court Philippe Chatrier, which starts at 2:30 PM IST, 11:00 AM local time. Sabalenka has a 6-1 record against Zheng. But it's Zheng, who won in their previous meeting at the Rome Masters. In Grand Slams, Sabalenka has a 3-0 lead, having not dropped even a single set against her Chinese opponent. Philippe-Chatrier (match starts at 2:30 PM IST, 11 AM local time) Aryna Sabalenka v Zheng Qinwen Elina Svitolina v Iga Swiatek Lorenzo Musetti v Frances Tiafoe Tommy Paul v Carlos Alcaraz
India Today
a day ago
- Sport
- India Today
French Open Day 10 Order of Play: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Alcaraz in fight for semis berth
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz are amongst the top seeds who will be looking to book their berths in the semi-finals of the French Open 2025. Last year, Sabalenka couldn't make her way through to the semis after losing to then-17-year-old Mirra Andreeva and would be looking to make amends this time around. The 27-year-old Sabalenka has a 6-1 head-to-head record against Qinwen Zheng, but it's the latter, who won in their last meeting - 6-4, 6-3 - in the quarterfinals of the Rome Masters earlier this year. advertisementSwiatek, who is looking to win four titles on the trot, came back from a set down to beat Elena Rybakina in the quarters. She will be up against the feisty Elina Svitolina, who saved three match points to beat last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini in the quarters. In the men's singles, Lorenzo Musetti will lock horns with Frances Tiafoe, who will be playing in his maiden semi-final at Roland Garros. Tiafoe has been dominating thus far as he is yet to drop a set in the ongoing clay court major. Super Tuesday in Paris!Full order of play Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2025Alcaraz and Tommy Paul will be playing against each other in the last match of the day on Centre Court. Alcaraz, who won the title last year after beating Alexander Zverev, has looked in good form. French Open 2025 Order of Play on Day 10 advertisementPhilippe-Chatrier (match starts at 2:30 PM IST, 11 AM local time)Aryna Sabalenka v Zheng QinwenElina Svitolina v Iga SwiatekLorenzo Musetti v Frances TiafoeTommy Paul v Carlos AlcarazMust Watch
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Rafael Nadal vs Roger Federer-Novak Djokovic rivalry set for fresh twist as comeback looms for Spaniard
Rafael Nadal may have admitted that he hasn't picked up the racquet since he retired from professional tennis last November, but a comeback looms for the Spaniard, as rumour has it he is likely to turn to the courts to add a fresh twist to his long-standing rivalry with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. It was Toni Nadal, Rafa's uncle and former coach, who hinted that the 38-year-old could soon be seen in action playing exhibition matches opposite Federer and even Djokovic, who recently claimed ahead of the start of the French Open that his career too is approaching an end. "I imagine he'd like to do some exhibitions with Federer soon, to give back a little of everything tennis has given him and what tennis has meant to him," Toni told CLAY and RG Media. 'It would be very special for people to see the three of them playing again. And yes, I think they'll have to do something, because I suppose people will be motivated to see them play later on.' Although admitting that it wasn't Rafa himself who came up with the idea of playing exhibition matches, but Toni outlined the reason why it remains a strong possibility. "I think I've been close enough to him to know him a little and know that he would be excited to play with Federer. Tennis has been a big part of his life, it's meant a big part to him, and you don't just erase it from one day to the next. Federer and Djokovic, who forged a two-decade-long rivalry with Nadal, one that defined the golden age in men's tennis, were both present in Paris on Sunday for the 22-time Grand Slam winner's farewell ceremony on the Court Philippe Chatrier. Andy Murray, together with whom they formed the Big Four, was also present. Toni reckoned 2026 could be the year for Nadal's return to the court, despite his nephew expecting the birth of his second child this year, and that he had given up on tennis because of his body. "After these months away from the courts, I think at some point he'll want to get back to training and feel like he's playing the ball well. I'm convinced that soon, quite soon, he'll be back playing," he added. A source from the Italian Tennis Federation (ITF) told CLAY that the organisers of the Italian Open are planning a tribute ceremony for Nadal next year. He had won the Rome Masters 10 times in his career. "In 2024, Nadal knew there was a tribute planned, but he didn't want to do it. In 2026, it would be logical for us to pay tribute to him, and it's clear that Paris has raised the bar significantly. The most important thing will be to do something he likes."
New York Post
28-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
French Open Day 4 picks: Two best bets for Wednesday, including Alcaraz vs. Marozsan
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Round 2 of the 2025 Men's French Open gets underway on Wednesday with a 15-match card starting in the wee hours of the morning. The final match is slated for 8:15 p.m. local time and will feature No. 10 Holger Rune taking on American Emilio Nava. Also in action on Wednesday are Carlos Alcaraz, Casper Ruud, and Frances Tiafoe. Let's get into a couple of bets for what should be a wonderful day of tennis at Roland Garros. 2025 French Open Day 4 picks Fabian Marozsan (+1280) vs. Carlos Alcaraz, approx. 8 a.m. ET Fabian Marozsan pulled off one of the most stunning upsets in recent history in 2023 when he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the Round of 32 at the Rome Masters. It was a spellbinding performance by the Hungarian, but also a sign of things to come. Maroszan would go on to add five more wins against top-10 players over the next two seasons, and the 25-year-old now sports a 6-5 record against top-10 opponents in his career. Marozsan has a big game, and should be able to give Alcaraz plenty to think about, even on the clay. The Play: Over 3.5 sets (+145, FanDuel) Marton Fucsovics is 7-7 in his career at the French Open. AP Marton Fucsovics (+390) vs. Tommy Paul, approx. 8:30 a.m. ET American Tommy Paul has not had much success at Roland Garros in his career. The New Jersey native is 6-6 at the French Open in his career, and he's yet to make it beyond Round 3. He'll fancy his chances of doing that this year, however, as he's got a pretty kind draw to look forward to if he can navigate a match against Marton Fucsovics. A veteran of the ATP Tour, Fucsovics is built for best-of-5 tennis. He's a physical, powerful player who won't concede an inch and will dig in to force his opponent to play the extra shot. That isn't too far off how Paul wants to play, but the problem is that the pressure will be on the American to dictate the tempo of the match. He's the more skilled player, so you'd expect he'd want to overwhelm Fucsovics. That should play right into the Hungarian's hands. Fucsovics is a relentless competitor with the engine to match Paul's. This could be a trickier match for Paul than the odds suggest. The Play: Fucsovics +390 Why Trust New York Post Betting Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Jack Draper knows exactly what he wants at home when he's not chasing grand slams
Image composite/ Instagram As Jack Draper prepares for his first-round match at the French Open, the British number one and world number five reflects on the importance of mental recharge amid an intense season. Draper, seeded fifth in Paris, is determined to build on a breakout year that has seen him rise rapidly through the men's game and develop a stronger clay-court game. Speaking to BBC Sport, Draper revealed how small breaks at home help him maintain balance during a demanding schedule: 'If I go home and have a complete day off, I'll be normal and do things like go to my local cafe, a greasy spoon in Putney,' he said. 'It's not an athlete's breakfast, it's the normal stuff – beans, sausages, hash browns, all of that tackle. I'll maybe go into London, be with friends and be around my family who I never see. Tennis, especially if you're doing well in these tournaments, is very full on.' Draper's recent form has been impressive. He last played in the Rome Masters quarter-finals, where he lost 0-2 to reigning French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz after a hard-fought match. Draper acknowledged his level was 'in and out' during that encounter after an intense May featuring deep runs in major clay tournaments. The 23-year-old's breakout 2025 season also includes a semi-final appearance at the US Open last September and his biggest career title at Indian Wells in March, which helped him crack the world top 10. Reflecting on his performances, Draper admitted the challenge of maintaining peak form consistently: 'I'm at the stage where I'm trying to adapt to being 'on' all the time – which is what I want to do. But it doesn't come easy. You need to learn to deal with that and be the best you can. I've always been someone who's quite wired – [I'm] someone who wants to achieve things all the time. I want to keep on moving forwards. I have to be progressing, otherwise I'm struggling.' At Roland Garros, Draper will open against 68th-ranked Mattia Bellucci, a left-handed Italian he first encountered as a junior in under-12 tournaments. Draper acknowledged the tough competition ahead: 'I never really look through the draw. I look at my first-round opponent and I'm aware that all these guys deserve to be here. It's a difficult sport and there are a lot of people who are hungry to beat me now. But I feel really confident I am able to go deeper in these tournaments and that's the next step for me – to have consistently good runs at Grand Slams.' Having practiced recently with Alcaraz on Court Philippe Chatrier, Draper's improved clay-court game is evident, marking a significant progression from previous years when clay was seen as a weaker surface for him. With a grueling calendar leaving few breaks, Draper values the chance to mentally reset and recharge during moments like his recent London trip, an essential balance for enduring the relentless demands of elite tennis. Jack Draper will play the next match on May 27, 2025, 9:00:00 AM UTC against Mattia Bellucci in Roland Garros. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
