We review which players face the challenge of staying among the best despite their advanced age, excluding Djokovic from the equation.
Marin Cilic
A few days ago, Juan Martín Del Potro said goodbye to tennis in a beautiful exhibition match with Novak Djokovic in Buenos Aires. However, the Argentine is still receiving lovely messages from around the world and from his fellow players. Marin Cilic had some very emotional words for a man he has shared the court with since childhood, words that truly touch the heart. "Dear Juan Martín, so many farewells this year, and although they are bittersweet for us tennis enthusiasts, they are also a celebration of all that you have accomplished. I am very glad that you had the farewell you deserve, at home, alongside Novak, who demonstrated his own greatness by honoring and celebrating this moment with you. It is a testimony to the admiration and respect you have earned from both your peers and your fans. Congratulations on all your incredible achievements, for making your dreams come true, and for inspiring so many people with your journey. Although we cannot help but wonder what might have been if luck (and health) had been more favorable to you, your legacy is assured as one of the greats. We wish you all the best in everything that comes next, you truly deserve it", the Croatian wrote on his social media.
Dear Juan Martin,
So many farewells this year, and while they are bittersweet for us tennis enthusiasts, they are also a celebration of all that you guys have achieved.
I’m truly happy that you had the farewell you deserve, at home, alongside @DjokerNole, who showed...
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Cilic le dedica a Del Potro uno de los mensajes más bonitos en su despedida
It had been 6 years since they last faced each other on the circuit, but Kei Nishikori did not miss the chance to further increase his lead in the particular H2H against Marin Cilic. The Croatian had just claimed his first ATP title after three years of drought, but he could not complete the comeback against the local idol in the first round of the ATP Tokyo. Fans enjoyed a true 'vintage' duel between two great icons of this sport, a battle that did not disappoint and ended with the Japanese victory in three sets by 6-4 3-6 6-3. Outstanding response from Nishikori, thus extending his lead to 10 wins to 6 against the player who defeated him in the final of the US Open 10 years ago.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Nishikori se lleva una gran victoria "vintage" ante Cilic en Tokio
Usually, the previous phase of any Grand Slam represents a tremendous motivation and joy for the players, especially in the financial aspect. It serves as a lifeline for many, in addition to providing a great opportunity to compete in the final draw. However, the 2025 Australian Open will feature a couple of glaring absences who seem to have chosen not to travel to the Antipodes. One such case is Hamad Medjedovic, who, despite being on the brink of the top 100, has opted to compete in a Challenger in Portugal instead of traveling to Australia; a similar path has been taken by Marin Cilic, who will play in Oeiras and not participate in a tournament where he once was a finalist. The other notable absence is Alexander Ritschard (ranked #118, who will also compete in Portugal).
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Estas son las ausencias más sorprendentes de la fase previa del Open de Australia 2024
In 2024, the Croat regained a title after a year and a half off the courts. What motivated him not to retire? What are his next ambitions?
Week without changes in the ATP top 10, but with many novelties below. Marin, after his triumph in Hangzhou, leads the biggest rise in the ranking in a very long time.
At 35 years old and after two knee surgeries in a year, it seemed almost impossible for the Croatian to lift a trophy again. His victory in Hangzhou enhances a legendary figure.
Marin Cilic arrived at the Hangzhou ATP thanks to a tournament invitation, little did he know that he would become the champion and thus add his 21st career title, the first in three years. The Croatian had a dream week, defeating top players like Brandon Nakashima and the local favorite in the final, Zhizhen Zhang (7-6(5) 7-6(5). He needed to play two tie-breaks, but Cilic managed to become the ATP champion with the lowest ranking in history, standing at world number 777. A great triumph for the Croatian who returned to the courts less than a month ago after his knee problems.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Cilic se convierte en el campeón ATP con menos ranking de la historia tras conquistar Hangzhou
We review which players face the challenge of staying among the best despite their advanced age, excluding Djokovic from the equation.
Usually, the previous phase of any Grand Slam represents a tremendous motivation and joy for the players, especially in the financial aspect. It serves as a lifeline for many, in addition to providing a great opportunity to compete in the final draw. However, the 2025 Australian Open will feature a couple of glaring absences who seem to have chosen not to travel to the Antipodes. One such case is Hamad Medjedovic, who, despite being on the brink of the top 100, has opted to compete in a Challenger in Portugal instead of traveling to Australia; a similar path has been taken by Marin Cilic, who will play in Oeiras and not participate in a tournament where he once was a finalist. The other notable absence is Alexander Ritschard (ranked #118, who will also compete in Portugal).
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Estas son las ausencias más sorprendentes de la fase previa del Open de Australia 2024
A few days ago, Juan Martín Del Potro said goodbye to tennis in a beautiful exhibition match with Novak Djokovic in Buenos Aires. However, the Argentine is still receiving lovely messages from around the world and from his fellow players. Marin Cilic had some very emotional words for a man he has shared the court with since childhood, words that truly touch the heart. "Dear Juan Martín, so many farewells this year, and although they are bittersweet for us tennis enthusiasts, they are also a celebration of all that you have accomplished. I am very glad that you had the farewell you deserve, at home, alongside Novak, who demonstrated his own greatness by honoring and celebrating this moment with you. It is a testimony to the admiration and respect you have earned from both your peers and your fans. Congratulations on all your incredible achievements, for making your dreams come true, and for inspiring so many people with your journey. Although we cannot help but wonder what might have been if luck (and health) had been more favorable to you, your legacy is assured as one of the greats. We wish you all the best in everything that comes next, you truly deserve it", the Croatian wrote on his social media.
Dear Juan Martin,
So many farewells this year, and while they are bittersweet for us tennis enthusiasts, they are also a celebration of all that you guys have achieved.
I’m truly happy that you had the farewell you deserve, at home, alongside @DjokerNole, who showed...
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Cilic le dedica a Del Potro uno de los mensajes más bonitos en su despedida
In 2024, the Croat regained a title after a year and a half off the courts. What motivated him not to retire? What are his next ambitions?
It had been 6 years since they last faced each other on the circuit, but Kei Nishikori did not miss the chance to further increase his lead in the particular H2H against Marin Cilic. The Croatian had just claimed his first ATP title after three years of drought, but he could not complete the comeback against the local idol in the first round of the ATP Tokyo. Fans enjoyed a true 'vintage' duel between two great icons of this sport, a battle that did not disappoint and ended with the Japanese victory in three sets by 6-4 3-6 6-3. Outstanding response from Nishikori, thus extending his lead to 10 wins to 6 against the player who defeated him in the final of the US Open 10 years ago.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Nishikori se lleva una gran victoria "vintage" ante Cilic en Tokio
Week without changes in the ATP top 10, but with many novelties below. Marin, after his triumph in Hangzhou, leads the biggest rise in the ranking in a very long time.
At 35 years old and after two knee surgeries in a year, it seemed almost impossible for the Croatian to lift a trophy again. His victory in Hangzhou enhances a legendary figure.
Marin Cilic arrived at the Hangzhou ATP thanks to a tournament invitation, little did he know that he would become the champion and thus add his 21st career title, the first in three years. The Croatian had a dream week, defeating top players like Brandon Nakashima and the local favorite in the final, Zhizhen Zhang (7-6(5) 7-6(5). He needed to play two tie-breaks, but Cilic managed to become the ATP champion with the lowest ranking in history, standing at world number 777. A great triumph for the Croatian who returned to the courts less than a month ago after his knee problems.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Cilic se convierte en el campeón ATP con menos ranking de la historia tras conquistar Hangzhou
Cilic Makes History in Hangzhou After Reaching an ATP Final: The Tremendous Fact Left by His Triumph
It's hard to explain how the same man who fell to the #465 in the world last week in a Challenger tournament is now a finalist in an ATP tournament. Marin Cilic keeps his talent intact and is capable of this kind of feat: the Croatian has made history at the ATP Hangzhou 2024 after defeating Brandon Nakashima in the semifinals (6-4, 7-6(6)), returning to an ATP final for the first time in over two years. And it gets even better: Cilic, currently ranked #777 in the ATP ranking after more than a year out due to injury, has become the second-lowest-ranked player to reach an ATP final, surpassed only by Raemon Sluiter, who reached the final of the 's-Hertogenbosche tournament as the #866 in the world. If he wins the title, Cilic will become the player with the lowest ATP ranking to win a tournament. Quite an achievement.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Cilic hace historia en Hangzhou tras volver a una final ATP: el tremendo dato que deja su triunfo
A vibrant day of tennis at the ATP 250 Hangzhou 2024 with the quarterfinals taking center stage. Roberto Carballés was eliminated by Zhizhen Zhang with a score of 6-3 6-3. The Chinese player will now face his compatriot Yunchaokete Bu, who defeated Kukushkin 6-4 6-2. The other semifinal will feature Brandon Nakashima and Marin Cilic.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, ATP Hangzhou 2024: Cilic avanza a semis y Carballés se queda fuera