Noskova, Muchova meet Czech president Petr Pavel in Prague
Czech President Petr Pavel welcomed Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova and runner-up Karolina Muchova at Prague Castle on Friday, July 24. The reception honored their results at Wimbledon.
Latest story published: 2026-07-24 19:50 UTC
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Valentova, Tagger Power into Semis in Prague
Tereza Valentova earned an emotional Friday victory to return to the Prague semifinals. Tagger also advanced to the final four.
Media Outlet Explains Use Of Linda Noskova Photo For Post On WTA’s Banning Of Trans Players
An LGBT+ sports publication said it used Linda Noskova’s photo in an Instagram post about the WTA banning transgender women from competition. The reigning Wimbledon champion questioned the choice by commenting, “why am I here.”
WTA Hamburg Quarterfinal Best Bets Including Mayar Sherif vs Paula Badosa
Mayar Sherif faces Paula Badosa in the WTA Hamburg quarterfinals, headlining the tournament’s best-bet preview.
Yesterday
WTA Prague Quarterfinal Predictions Including Barbora Krejcikova vs Dominika Salkova
Barbora Krejcikova will meet Dominika Salkova in the WTA Prague quarterfinals.
Alisa Oktiabreva switches tennis representation from Russia to Czech Republic
Alisa Oktiabreva has officially switched her tennis representation from Russia to the Czech Republic, where she has lived since age two. Oktiabreva won the 2026 Roland Garros girls’ title by defeating Xinran Sun in the final.
Surging Krejcikova Joins Czech Quintet in Prague Quarterfinals
Krejcikova advanced to the Prague quarterfinals during a strong run on home soil. She joined five other Czech players in the last eight.
WTA Hamburg Quarterfinal Predictions Including Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif
Paula Badosa will face Mayar Sherif in the WTA Hamburg quarterfinals.
Ballroom Hits: Stars to Play Exo at Iconic Waldorf Astoria Ballroom on August 27th
Tennis professionals will play an exhibition at New York City's Waldorf Astoria Ballroom on August 27.
Tournament Preview
2028 Olympic Tennis Begins Three Days After Wimbledon Men’s Final: Everything you need to know about the schedule
The 2028 Olympic tennis competition will begin three days after the Wimbledon men's final. Wimbledon finalists will face a rapid transition from the All England Club to the Olympic event.
Wimbledon
Tournament Preview
LA28 Olympics unbelievable schedule: Wimbledon to Carson in three days
The LA28 Olympic tennis competition in Carson is scheduled to begin only three days after Wimbledon 2028 ends. The short turnaround could discourage leading players and threaten the sport's growing commitment to Olympic participation.
Tournament Preview
Tennis 2026 schedule, Grand Slam dates and tournament calendar
The 2026 tennis calendar lists tournament dates across the ATP and WTA Tours, including the season’s Grand Slam schedule and latest results.
Tournament Preview
Former French Open Champion Arrested On Suspicion Of Fraud
Rika Hiraki has been arrested in Japan on suspicion of involvement in an online scam that allegedly cost a woman 300,000 yen four years ago. Hiraki won the 1997 French Open mixed doubles title with Mahesh Bhupathi.
WTA Hamburg Round of 16 Best Bets Including Paula Badosa vs Panna Udvardy
Paula Badosa will face Panna Udvardy in the WTA Hamburg round of 16, with the match included among the tournament's betting selections.
WTA Hamburg Day 4 Predictions Including Paula Badosa vs Panna Udvardy
Paula Badosa's match against Panna Udvardy is among the WTA Hamburg Day 4 contests previewed and predicted.
2 days ago
28 Americans earn direct entry into the US Open, most of any nation
Twenty-eight Americans have earned direct entry into the 2026 US Open singles main draws, more than any other nation. World No. 1s Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner headline the women’s and men’s fields.
De Minaur and Boulter Celebrate Wedding in Tuscany
Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter celebrated their marriage with a three-day wedding event in Tuscany. The festivities followed a smaller, intimate wedding in England.
Katie Boulter
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WTA Prague Day 4 Predictions Including Barbora Krejcikova vs Lucie Havlickova
Barbora Krejcikova and Lucie Havlickova are scheduled to play Thursday at WTA Prague. Four matches remain to complete the quarterfinal lineup.
WTA Prague Round of 16 Best Bets Including Marie Bouzkova vs Carol Lee
Marie Bouzkova faces Carol Lee in the WTA Prague round of 16.
WTA Hamburg Round of 16 Best Bets Including Katarzyna Kawa vs Paula Badosa
Katarzyna Kawa meets Paula Badosa in the WTA Hamburg round of 16.
WTA Hamburg Day 3 Predictions Including Katarzyna Kawa vs Paula Badosa
Katarzyna Kawa faces Paula Badosa on Day 3 of WTA Hamburg.
WTA Hamburg Day 3 Predictions Including Anhelina Kalinina vs Maria Lourdes Carle
Anhelina Kalinina plays Maria Lourdes Carle on Day 3 of WTA Hamburg.
3 days ago
Sabalenka, Sinner headline the US Open fields
Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Wimbledon winner Jannik Sinner headline the US Open singles fields. The tournament begins in August.
WTA Prague Day 3 Predictions Including Maya Joint vs Tereza Valentova
Maya Joint is scheduled to play Tereza Valentova on Day 3 of WTA Prague.
If Roland Garros Relents on Revenue Sharing, What Does it Mean for the Players?
Roland Garros has reportedly become the first Grand Slam to propose a revenue-sharing model for players amid the longstanding prize-money dispute. Negotiations remain ongoing after officials presented the offer to player representative Larry Scott at Wimbledon, and it could affect talks ahead of the US Open.
Roland Garros
Off Court
Australian Open to Limit Grounds Passes for First Time in 2027
The Australian Open will limit grounds passes for the first time in 2027 after the 2026 tournament set an attendance record.
Australian Open
Off Court
French Open becomes first grand slam to offer players share of tournament revenue
Roland Garros has become the first Grand Slam to offer players a share of tournament revenue as part of prize-money negotiations. The proposal was made to player representative Larry Scott during talks at Wimbledon and increases pressure on the US Open to follow.
Roland Garros
Off Court
Recovering Paolini Pulls out of Washington, DC and Toronto
Jasmine Paolini has withdrawn from the Washington, DC and Toronto tournaments to rest and recover. The former world No. 4 is taking time away from competition.
Jasmine Paolini
Injury
Ivanovic and Kerber enjoy a girls’ weekend getaway in Capri
Retired former world No. 1s and Grand Slam champions Ana Ivanovic and Angelique Kerber took a weekend trip to Capri with close friends. Both are now mothers, and their friendship has continued beyond their professional tennis careers.
July 21, 1924: The day Titanic survivor Dick Williams won Olympic gold in Paris
Titanic survivor Dick Williams won mixed doubles gold at the 1924 Paris Olympics on July 21, 12 years after being told his legs would need to be amputated.
1924 Paris Olympics
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