The Bulgarian did not lose his touch for competing in the qualifying round of the US Open, which he has successfully passed to access the main draw. At 35 years old, his mentality still approaches challenges with the enthusiasm of the first day.
After a calamitous tour, the Russian tennis player lowers her goals to the minimum in the last Grand Slam of the season. A place that has always suited her well and where she hopes to regain her identity.
In his last Grand Slam tournament, the Japanese player fell short of the main draw by losing to Sakamoto in the final qualifying round. After receiving a well-deserved tribute, the Japanese player delivered a speech that is worth listening to.
The Belarusian arrives at Flushing Meadows with the urgency to win a Grand Slam, a goal she has yet to achieve in 2026. If she doesn’t defend her title, she could even lose the number one ranking in the world.
The story of Monique Viele is one that all parents should read. It's an example of how a girl who seemed to have all the tools to succeed ended up leaving tennis quietly and through the back door.
