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John McEnroe slams decision to ban un-jabbed Novak Djokovic from US Open as "a joke"

Novak Djokovic is set to miss out on the US Open due to his vaccination status - and American seven-time Grand Slam champion John McEnroe has labelled the Serb's potential absence as 'a joke'

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Djokovic Missing US Open over COVID Vaccine Status Would Be ‘a Joke’, Says McEnroe

Four-times US Open winner John McEnroe said it would be "a joke" if Novak Djokovic is unable to compete at the US tournament starting later this month due to his COVID-19 vaccination status. Djokovic has refused to take the vaccine and appears set to miss out on the year's last…

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Serena Williams Opens Up With Meghan Markle About 2018 French Open

The 23-time Grand Slam champion joined the Duchess of Sussex’s new podcast to talk about being “working moms” as well.

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Sania Mirza pulls out of U.S. Open, says retirement plans have changed

Multiple Grand Slam winner Sania Mirza, who in January announced that she would be retiring at the end of the 2022 season, said she injured her tendon earlier this month and cannot play the 2022 U. S. Open

The Hindu

Iga Swiatek Rips Tennis Balls Used for Women’s U.S. Open

The 21-year-old noted that she isn’t able to purchase the type of balls back in her home country of Poland, making it difficult to prepare for the Grand Slam tournament.

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Medvedev Gets US Open Prep Back on Track with Win in Cincinnati

Daniil Medvedev looked like he had a point to prove as the Russian got preparations for his US Open title defense back on track with a 6-4 7-5 win over Botic van de Zandschulp in the second round of the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday. Medvedev had been building momentum ahead…

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Andy Murray tipped to contend for Grand Slams again as he's "only scratching the surface"

Three-time major champion Andy Murray hasn't made it to the final of a major in more than six years, but Tim Henman has backed his fellow Brit to keep adding to his Grand Slam collection

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Novak Djokovic given renewed US Open hope as health authorities relax Covid rules

Novak Djokovic is hoping a dramatic turn of events will allow him into America to take part in the US Open as he eyes drawing level with Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grand Slam titles

Daily Mirror

Serena Loses 1st Match Since Saying She’s Prepared to Retire

Serena Williams wore her game face when she stepped out into the stadium for her first match since telling the world she is ready to leave professional tennis. Greeted by a standing ovation, the 23-time Grand Slam champion didn’t smile. She didn’t wave. She took a sip from a plastic…

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Serena Williams sobs on court after Toronto defeat and admits "I'm terrible at goodbyes"

Tennis icon Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam champion, played her final match at the National Bank Open in Toronto - a tournament she has won on three occasions - amid her retirement announcement

Daily Mirror

US Open to Hold Humanitarian Aid Effort for Ukraine

The US Open will host a tournament-long campaign to raise awareness and humanitarian aid for Ukraine, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) said on Wednesday, with a goal of raising $2 million in relief. The effort will kick off August 24 with an exhibition event at Louis Armstrong Stadium in…

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Osaka Retires, Raducanu Exits, Andreescu Upsets in Toronto

A tearful Naomi Osaka retired injured and US Open champion Emma Raducanu fell at the first hurdle as the top women's players continued their preparations for Flushing Meadows at the Toronto Open on Tuesday. News of the pending retirement of Serena Williams overshadowed proceedings at the tune-up for the year's…

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Tennis great Serena Williams announces imminent retirement

Saying “the countdown has begun,” 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams announced on Tuesday that she is ready to step away from tennis so she can turn her focus to having another child and her business interests, presaging the end of a career that transcended sports.

France 24

Serena Williams' legacy involves plenty of wins, plenty else

Serena Williams is famous for her 23 Grand Slam singles titles

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Naomi Osaka Withdraws From Canadian Open Match With Injury

The four-time Grand Slam champion’s chances to compete at this year’s U.S. Open are now up in the air.

Los Angeles Times

Helene Elliott: Serena Williams makes a conscious choice to give up tennis and focus on her family

LOS ANGELES — Serena Williams never did conform to anyone's expectations. She's not about to change that now, as she inches toward the end of a career that made her one of the greatest and most influential athletes of her time — or any other.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Serena Williams, the athlete and cultural icon

After winning 23 Grand Slam titles, Serena Williams says she is turning her focus to having another child and her business interests as she readies to step away from tennis

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What's Next for Serena Williams?

As Serena Williams prepares to step off the court after this year’s US Open tournament, tennis’ dominant player plans to devote more time to her other passion -- startup investing. The 40-year-old winner of 23 Grand Slam titles has backed early stage companies for nearly a decade. She was an…

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23 spectacular Serena Williams photos from her 23 singles Grand Slam wins

SO. MANY. TROPHIES.

Al Jazeera

‘Evolving away from tennis’: Serena Williams hints at retirement

The US superstar is one of the most decorated tennis players in history, with 23 singles Grand Slam titles.

Tribune News Service

Serena Williams says she is retiring from tennis in Vogue essay, likely after US Open

NEW YORK — Serena Williams is set to call it a career, at least when it comes to tennis.

The Independent UK

Serena Williams’ remarkable career begins countdown towards a New York finale

The 23-time grand slam champion has announced she will shortly hang up her racket

The Hindu

Serena Williams announces upcoming retirement from tennis

The 40-year-old won her last Grand Slam crown in 2017 and has been chasing an elusive 24th crown that will draw her level with Margaret Court

The Independent UK

Serena Williams says she is 'evolving away from tennis'

Serena Williams says she is preparing to step away from tennis after winning 23 Grand Slam titles, turning her focus to having another child and her business interests

Sports Illustrated

Serena Williams Announces Plan to Retire From Tennis

The 23-time Grand Slam champion plans to ‘relish these next few weeks’ on the court before leaving professional tennis for good.

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