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Best 2021 Met Gala outfits from the sports world, including Serena Williams, Simone Biles

The sports world raised its fashion game for the annual benefit event at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Tom Gatto

Djokovic cannot complete Grand Slam; Medvedev wins US Open

The world No. 1 had a chance to make history times two on Sunday but lost in straight sets.

Jackie Spiegel

Previewing the US Open final men's showdown

Novak Djokovic can make history times two with a win.

Jackie Spiegel

US Open prize money

While the 2021 US Open will be handing out a record amount in prize money this year, the winners will be taking a pay cut.

Jackie Spiegel

Who has won most men's Grand Slam titles?

Novak Djokovic is just one US Open title away from breaking a three-way tie with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Jackie Spiegel

Can Djokovic win the Grand Slam?

2016 US Open champion Stan Wawrinka knows a thing or two about playing against Djokovic — he's faced him 25 times and won their last two meetings, both at the US Open. The former champ weighs in on Djokovic's bid for history at Flushing Meadows.

Jackie Spiegel

Raducanu wins 2021 US Open

In the battle of two teenagers — the first since 1999's final — at the US Open, it was the 18-year-old Raducanu who came through.

Jackie Spiegel

Previewing the US Open Final teenage showdown

For the first time since 1999, two teenagers will battle it out for the US Open final.

Jackie Spiegel

Djokovic inches closer to calendar Slam

The world's No. 1-ranked player captured a five-setter against Alexander Zverev. The match included a 53-shot rally in the third set.

Kieran Francis

What is the Grand Slam?

Novak Djokovic is just one US Open title away from the first calendar Grand Slam in 33 years.

Jackie Spiegel

Emma Raducanu, Leylah Fernandez set for first teenage US Open final since 1999

Not since Serena Williams played Martina Hingis in the 1999 US Open has the final featured two teenagers.

Edward Sutelan

US Open 2021: Women's top seed Ash Barty upset in third round by American Shelby Rogers

Barty, the Wimbledon champion earlier in the summer, fell in three sets in New York.

Josh Thomas

Naomi Osaka says she doesn't know when she'll return to tennis after US Open loss

Osaka said that she does not feel happy when she wins and feels sad when she loses.

Edward Sutelan

Stefanos Tsitsipas and bathroom breaks: Explaining 2021 US Open's biggest controversy

Bathroom breaks; Toilet breaks; Washroom breaks. Whatever you call it, it's become a hot issue in New York.

Jackie Spiegel

US Open gets wet and wild with indoor delay caused by Ida's remnants

The rain came pouring through Louis Armstrong Stadium during Wednesday's night session.

Tom Gatto

US Open: Full draws, TV coverage, channels & more

Here's everything you need to know about watching the US Open in 2021, including a full TV schedule and live streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

Why Serena Williams, Roger Federer, other tennis stars aren't playing in 2021 US Open

The U.S. Open begins Aug. 30. Some of the sport's biggest names will not be there.

Jackie Spiegel

Stefanos Tsitsipas' bathroom breaks draws the ire of tennis players

The world ranked No. 3 player has maintained he has not broken any rules.

Joe Rivera

Andy Murray 'lost respect' for Stefanos Tsitsipas at US Open, accuses him of intentional delays

The three-time major champion became fed up with the slow play and delays taken by the 23-year old from Greece

Jake Aferiat

Venus Williams injury update: Tennis star latest to withdraw from US Open

This will be the first major tournament since 1997 that will not include Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Edward Sutelan

Why did Serena Williams withdraw from U.S. Open? Tennis star announces she will not play in tournament

For the first time since 2017, Serena Williams will not participate in the U.S. Open.

Jacob Camenker

Naomi Osaka brought to tears in first press conference since May

Osaka pondered a question from a local reporter, and would later break down in tears.

Joe Rivera

Roger Federer injury update: Tennis star out 'many months' after knee surgery

Federer said on Instagram that he believes his third knee surgery will offer "a glimmer of hope" for a return to competition.

Edward Sutelan

'King Richard' movie trailer: Will Smith stars in biopic about father of Serena, Venus Williams

The biopic about the Williams family will premiere on Nov. 19.

Jacob Camenker

World No. 1 Barty knocked out of Olympics singles in first-round upset

Barty lost to the world's 48th-ranked player, Sara Sorribes Tormo of Spain.

Brendan Bradford

Naomi Osaka lights Olympic cauldron at 2021 opening ceremony

The tennis star has had a tumultuous few months, but it ended in glory, becoming the first tennis player to light the Olympic cauldron.

Joe Rivera

Coco Gauff to miss Olympics due to positive COVID test: What does this mean for U.S. team?

The U.S. women's tennis team has lost one of the highest ranked players in the world for Tokyo.

Edward Sutelan

Why Roger Federer isn't playing in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics

Roger Federer's bid for his first Olympic gold medal has come to an early end.

Jacob Camenker

Novak Djokovic set for calendar Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic can join a short list of tennis players that have pulled off calendar Grand Slams.

Jacob Camenker

Wimbledon prize money

Wimbledon has nearly a 10 percent drop on the total prize money this year, and the winners will take a paycut as a result.

Joe Rivera

Djokovic defeats Shapovalov in tight three-setter

Sporting News has all the highlights and results from Novak Djokovic's win over Denis Shapovalov in the 2021 Wimbledon men's semifinals.

Jackie Spiegel

What channel is Novak Djokovic vs. Denis Shapovalov? TV coverage, live stream for Wimbledon semifinals

Here's all the information you need to watch Djokovic take on Shapovalov in the Wimbledon semifinals.

Jackie Spiegel

Roger Federer offers small peek into his on-court future after Wimbledon loss

This may be the beginning of the end for one of tennis' all-time greats.

Joe Rivera

Wimbledon: Full draws, TV coverage, channels & more

Here's everything you need to know about watching Wimbledon in 2021, including a full TV schedule and live streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

Serena Williams' coach provides injury update, calls court 'dangerous'

Serena Williams' coach provided an update on the star and didn't hold back when outlining changes that Wimbledon could make to ensure player safety.

Jacob Camenker

Ons Jabeur overcomes sickness to knock out Garbine Muguruza

In a span of a few minutes, Ons Jabeur went from sickness to elation.

Joe Rivera

Wimbledon defends courts after flurry of falls

Players have been slipping a lot over the first few days of Wimbledon 2021. Are the conditions to blame? The major tournament explained the reason for the extra on-court moisture but also defended the court conditions.

Jacob Camenker

Serena Williams' injury magnifies issues with Wimbledon courts.

Serena Williams slipped at Wimbledon and suffered a leg injury that forced her to retire from her match. Fans and players sent her well wishes while also taking aim at the conditions of the All England Club's Centre Court.

Jacob Camenker

Frances Tiafoe stuns Stefanos Tsitsipas in first round at Wimbledon

Frances Tiafoe just upset the No. 4 player in the world and the No. 3 seed in Wimbledon, Stefanos Tsitsipas. Here's what to know about the American tennis player after his surprising three-set win.

Jacob Camenker

Serana won't attend Tokyo Olympics

Williams, a winner of four Olympic gold medals, will not participate at the Tokyo Games in 2021.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Naomi Osaka to skip Wimbledon, play in Olympics

Osaka, who recently withdrew from the 2021 French Open, will not play again until the Olympics.

Joe Rivera

Will Rafael Nadal play in the Olympics?

The tennis star will be away from the court for the coming months as he rests his body after the French Open.

Joe Rivera

French Open prize money

The French Open has cut the amount of money winners will take home in 2021.

Jackie Spiegel

French Open 2021: Twitter reacts to Novak Djokovic-Rafael Nadal semifinal thriller

The men's tennis giants played a four-set marathon at Roland Garros. Tennis Twitter was abuzz.

Tom Gatto

What channel is Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal? TV coverage, live stream for French Open semifinals

Here's all the information you need to watch Djokovic take on Nadal in the French Open semifinals.

Edward Sutelan

French Open schedule 2021: Full draws, TV coverage, channels & more to watch every tennis match

Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2021 French Open, including a full TV schedule and live-streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

Naomi Osaka withdraws from Wimbledon tune-up

The Berlin event is viewed as a tune-up before Wimbledon.

Edward Sutelan

Federer explains decision to withdraw from French Open

Federer was three matches into the French Open when he decided to withdraw. The tennis star explains his decision:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Serena Williams out of French Open after straight-sets loss to Elena Rybakina

Williams knows her best chance of adding to her historic total of Grand Slam titles is on faster surfaces later in the year.

Brendan Bradford

French Open 2021: Roger Federer made to work in third-round win over Dominik Koepfer

The 3 1/2-hour epic forced Federer to dig deep.

Brendan Bradford

Yana Sizikova suspected of fixing match at 2020 French Open; video shows why

The Russian player was broken at love in a doubles match. The video of the game extends her no benefit of the doubt.

Tom Gatto

The Calm app pledges to pay Grand Slam media fines

The Calm app will also donate $15,000 to a mental health organization in France, along with a matched $15,000 donation for each fine issued to tennis players.

Edward Sutelan

Venus Williams' mic-drop moment as Grand Slams offer support to Naomi Osaka

Mic. Drop.

Brendan Bradford

Naomi Osaka withdraws from French Open after press controversy

Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open on Monday after her decision to boycott media obligations touched off a controversy in Paris, resulting in fines and a warning from tennis' Grand Slam governing body.

Jacob Camenker

Serena Williams offers support to Naomi Osaka after French Open withdrawal

Williams joined the tennis community in showing support for the world No. 2 after she exited the French Open, citing her mental health.

Edward Sutelan

Naomi Osaka fined for not speaking to media at French Open, risks default for further press silence

The world No. 2 player cited mental health as her reason for not doing interviews with the press.

Edward Sutelan

Twitter reacts to Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer & Rafael Nadal landing in same half of French Open draw

Three of the greatest tennis players of all time will be on the same side of the 2021 French Open draw. That means that only one of them, at most, will go through to the final at Roland Garros.

Jacob Camenker

Naomi Osaka says she will not speak to press at 2021 French Open, citing mental health

Osaka is ranked No. 2 in the world.

Jackie Spiegel

Djokovic clinches ninth Australian Open title, 18th career Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic beat Daniil Medvedev 7-5 6-2 6-2, for his ninth Australian Open and 18th major title.

Ed Chisholm

Australian Open prize money: How much will the winners make in 2021? Purse, breakdown for field

The Australian Open has cut the amount winners will win but has upped the take-home from players who bow out early.

Tom Naghten

Osaka beats Brady in straight sets to win Australian Open

Naomi Osaka wins her fourth Grand Slam title, defeating Jennifer Brady 6-4, 6-3.

Nathan Williamson

Serena Williams leaves Australian Open press conference in tears after Naomi Osaka loss

Serena Williams fell short of her 24th major title.

Jordan Heck

Dominant Osaka advances to 2021 Australian Open finals

Sporting News covered all the action as Serena Williams' quest for No. 24 came to an end in Melbourne.

Jackie Spiegel

Serena Williams vs. Naomi Osaka time, TV channel, live stream for 2021 Australian Open semifinals

Here's a complete guide to watching Serena Williams vs. Naomi Osaka in the 2021 Australian Open, including the start time and TV channel for Wednesday's women's singles semifinal match.

Jackie Spiegel

Australian Open schedule 2021: TV coverage, channels & more to watch every match in tennis Grand Slam

Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2021 Australian Open, including a full TV schedule and live-streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

Australian Open 2021: Novak Djokovic battles through injury, gets past Milos Raonic

The world's No. 1 player says he would have retired by now had this not been a major tournament.

Liam O'Loughlin

'How do I get home?' Frantic scenes at Australian Open amid lockdown

A snap coronavirus outbreak hits Victoria and its capital, Melbourne. Out-of-town visitors to the Australian Open are stuck having to wait out the lockdown.

Kieran Francis

Australian Open to go ahead without fans as Victoria goes into lockdown

The lockdown in Victoria, which includes Melbourne, will continue until 11:59 p.m. Wednesday.

Chris Danks

Andreescu escapes with narrow first-round victory at Australian Open

Canadian star Bianca Andreescu advanced to the second round of the Australian Open with a three-set victory.

Liam O'Loughlin

Serena debuts 'one-legged catsuit' at Australian Open

The 23-time Grand Slam tournament champion is no stranger to pushing the boundary when it comes to on-court fashion, but this may have been her most innovative look yet.

Tom Naghten

COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne threatens Australian Open — What we know

Here's what we know so far.

Brendan Bradford

Conor McGregor delivers wake-up call to quarantined Australian Open tennis players

Didn't expect that.

Brendan Bradford

Kyrgios labels Djokovic 'a tool'

Players self-isolating ahead of the Australian Open have been told they will not get "special treatment" despite complaints over conditions.

Stats Perform News

More Australian Open players are quarantining

There are now 72 players in total quarantining ahead of the Australian Open, leaving the tournament in crisis.

Stats Perform News

Australian Open to go ahead despite COVID-19 issues, CEO says

A host of players must stay in their hotel rooms for 14 days, but the Australian Open chief says the tournament will not be postponed.

Stats Perform News

Two COVID-19 cases ahead of Australian Open

Two people on a flight carrying Australian Open players to Melbourne have tested positive for COVID-19.

Stats Perform News

Federer put family first — Sa

Roger Federer will miss the delayed Australian Open, and a top tennis official says he has taken the decision for family reasons.

Stats Perform News

Federer to miss Australian Open, says agent

Roger Federer will not travel to Melbourne for the 2021 Australian Open, according to his agent.

Stats Perform News

Djokovic withdraws from ATP Player Council elections

Seventeen-time major champion Novak Djokovic says a new ATP rule will prevent him from returning to the ATP Player Council.

Stats Perform News

Australian Open quarantines confirmed

Australian Open players will serve 14-day quarantine periods in Victoria that permit them to train for a maximum of five hours per day.

Stats Perform News

Australian Open set for Feb start

The Australian Open will now go ahead from Feb. 8-21 following the ATP Tour's announcement on Wednesday.

Stats Perform News

Australian Open 'bubble' expected

The 2021 Australian Open is set to be held in a "bubble" amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Stats Perform News

Sinner claims first ATP Tour title

Italian Jannik Sinner became the youngest champion on the ATP Tour since 2008 as he won a tense Sofia Open final.

Stats Perform News

Stripping UMass women's tennis of Atlantic 10 championship could be the worst miscarriage of NCAA justice, ever

“The committee on infractions, by punishing the student-athletes, is sending the message out … that we had cheated. And, obviously, we didn’t."

Mike DeCourcy

Alexander Zverev's ex-girlfriend says he tried to 'strangle' her prior to 2019 U.S. Open

Olya Sharypova claimed in an interview with a Russian publication that the incident in New York was one of many times Zverev abused her.

Tom Gatto

Schwartzman breezes, Shapovalov crashes out in Cologne

Gilles Simon sprung a surprise on Denis Shapovalov in Cologne, where Diego Schwartzman made serene progress to Round 3.

Stats Perform News

Zverev takes Cologne title; Auger-Aliassime's finals streak continues

Alexander Zverev won the Cologne Indoors, his first 2020 title, as Felix Auger-Aliassime's wait for Tour glory goes on.

Joe Wright

Rublev, Coric to meet after denying all-Canada final

The St. Petersburg Open final will see Andrey Rublev face Borna Coric, who is through to the showpiece for the second successive year.

Stats Perform News

Rublev, Shapovalov to do battle

Andrey Rublev and Denis Shapovalov will fight it out Saturday for a place in the final of the St. Petersburg Open.

Stats Perform News

Wimbledon options being considered

The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club is considering "multiple options" for Wimbledon amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Stats Perform News

Rafael Nadal wins 13th French Open title

Roger Federer has company on 20 men's major singles titles after Rafael Nadal dismantled world number one Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros.

Stats Perform News

How to watch Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal: Time, TV channel, schedule for 2020 French Open final

The 2020 French Open serves as the final major of the year. Here's everything to know about the men's final, including TV channel, start time and past winners.

Thomas Schlarp

French Open: Lewandowski hails Swiatek win

Iga Swiatek has earned congratulations from one of Poland's other great sporting success stories, Robert Lewandowski.

Stats Perform News

Iga Swiatek becomes youngest French Open winner since 1992

Iga Swiatek is Poland's first grand slam singles champion after easing to victory over Sofia Kenin in the French Open final.

Stats Perform News

What channel is the French Open on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch 2020 women’s tennis final

The 2020 French Open serves as the final major of the year. Here's everything to know about the women's final, including TV channel, start time and past winners.

Thomas Schlarp

French Open prize money breakdown: How much will the winners make in 2020?

Here's a breakdown of the prize money up for grabs at the 2020 French Open, including how much each winner makes.

Jacob Hancock

Serena withdraws from French Open

An Achilles injury has ended Serena William's French Open early and curtailed her latest bid to level Margaret Court's tally of 24 slams.

Peter Hanson

French Open schedule 2020: TV coverage, channels & more to watch every match in tennis Grand Slam

Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2020 French Open, including a full TV schedule and live-streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

French Open results 2020: Live tennis scores, full draw, bracket from the Grand Slam

Follow SN's live French Open scoreboard for daily match schedules and results from Roland Garros.

Jackie Spiegel

FFT unhappy with spectator limits

A daily draw will determine those spectators with tickets who will be allowed into Roland Garros due to new government rules.

Stats Perform News

Nadal beaten by Schwartzman in Rome

Rafael Nadal was chasing a 10th title on clay in Rome, but he will head to the French Open on the back of a surprise quarterfinal defeat.

Stats Perform News

French Open capacity reduced

The French Open has reduced by more than half the number of fans allowed daily at the tournament.

Stats Perform News

Naomi Osaka out of French Open

The U.S. Open champion will not be playing at Roland Garros this year.

Stats Perform News

Murray, Bouchard receive French Open wild cards

Former world No. 1 Andy Murray made his Grand Slam return at the U.S. Open and will get another shot at Roland Garros.

Stats Perform News

Thiem edges Zverev in US Open final

Dominic Thiem recovered from being down two sets to love to beat Alexander Zverev in the U.S. Open final.

Stats Perform News

Battling Bouchard falls short

Patricia Maria Tig was the beneficiary as Eugenie Bouchard failed to see out victory in the Istanbul Cup final on Sunday.

Stats Perform News

Naomi Osaka says her Kobe Bryant jersey gave her 'strength' during US Open title run

The 2020 champion says the late Laker's No. 8 helped her to get through the tournament.

Tom Gatto

Naomi Osaka completes a US Open campaign that had two aims

The 2020 women's titlist spoke out against police injustice and racial inequality throughout the tournament, with her face mask the mouthpiece.

Tom Gatto

US Open schedule 2020: TV coverage, channels & more to watch every match in tennis Grand Slam

Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2020 US Open, including a full TV schedule and live-streaming information.

Jackie Spiegel

US Open results 2020: Live tennis scores from the women's & men's finals

Follow SN's live U.S. Open scoreboard for daily match schedules and results from Flushing Meadows.

Jackie Spiegel

Bouchard targets Istanbul WTA final

Eugenie Bouchard looks to be putting her tennis career back on track, with an impressive effort in Istanbul this week bringing reward.

Stats Perform News

Serena falls to Azarenka in US Open semis

Victoria Azarenka will contest her first Grand Slam final since 2013 after producing a memorable comeback against Serena Williams.

Sacha Pisani

Bouchard shocks Kuznetsova in Istanbul

Eugenie Bouchard beat Svetlana Kuznetsova for the first time to reach a third quarterfinal in 2020.

Joe Wright

Serena hails 'incredible' Pironkova

Despite winning their meeting at Flushing Meadows, Serena Williams was stunned by Tsvetana Pironkova's standards in her return to action.

Ben Spratt

Bouchard through to face Kuznetsova

No. 1 seed Svetlana Kuznetsova awaits Canadian qualifier Eugenie Bouchard in the second round.

Ben Spratt

Serena rallies to halt Pironkova

Serena Williams maintained her latest grand slam challenge, beating Tsvetana Pironkova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in a gripping US Open quarterfinal.

Ben Spratt

Serena survives Sakkari scare

Having trailed by a break in the third set, Serena Williams fought back to beat Maria Sakkari and reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals.

Nicholas McGee

Novak Djokovic defaulted from US Open after hitting line judge in throat

Novak Djokovic defaulted to Carreno Busta on Sunday at the U.S. Open after unintentionally hitting a line judge with a ball.

SJ Lynn

Serena: I'm always a target

After rallying impressively to defeat Sloane Stephens at the US Open, Serena Williams spoke about how she handles pressure.

Peter Hanson

Serena survives scare from Stephens, advances at US Open

Sloane Stephens put up a good fight but Serena Williams found a new level to reach Round 4 of the U.S. Open.

Peter Hanson

'Perfectionist' Serena talks expectations after US Open win

Serena Williams is still trying to silence her inner critic after all these years. "Only Jesus was perfect," she says she tells herself.

Sacha Pisani

Thiem annoyed by officials' response to request for Red Bull

Dominic Thiem admitted he was frustrated by officials during the U.S. Open second round.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena, Kenin advance

Serena Williams, Sofia Kenin and Garbine Muguruza advanced, but Venus Williams lost in the opening round of the US Open for the first time.

Sacha Pisani

US Open: Serving up five big questions

The U.S. Open begins at Flushing Meadows on Monday, after a determined effort to stage the tournament in a biosecure bubble.

John Skilbeck

Positive COVID-19 test at US Open

It was confirmed that an unnamed player will miss the Grand Slam event after returning a positive COVID-19 test result.

Peter Thompson

Novak Djokovic-Vasek Pospisil PTPA introduced ahead of US Open

The breakaway organization led by Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil wants players to have a greater say in decisions taken by the ATP.

Tom Gatto

Who will win the US Open in 2020? Odds, betting favorites for men's, women's singles championships

Here's everything you need to know about betting on the 2020 US Open.

Jackie Spiegel

Osaka pulls out of Western & Southern final; Azarenka declared champ

Victoria Azarenka won her first WTA title since 2016 after a hamstring injury forced Naomi Osaka out of the Western & Southern Open final.

Dom Farrell

US Open 2020 draw

Novak Djokovic has been given a positive draw at the US Open, while Naomi Osaka could face Coco Gauff in round three.

Joe Wright

Osaka makes withdrawal U-turn

Two-time grand slam champion Naomi Osaka will resume her Western & Southern Open campaign on Friday after reversing a decision to withdraw.

Daniel Lewis

Osaka to sit out semi-final

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka, due to meet Elise Mertens in Thursday's final four, will not take to the court as athletes join protests across the United States after the shooting of Jacob Blake.

Sacha Pisani

Serena offers no excuses

Serena Williams said she only had herself to blame for losing to Maria Sakkari and offered an alternative analogy for her shortcomings.

Peter Thompson

Serena: All of 2020 deserves asterisk

The 23-three time major singles champion thinks the biggest test around winning a U.S. Open in the bubble will be a mental one.

Nicholas McGee

Serena beats Venus in three sets

Serena Williams recovered for a 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory over Venus Williams on Thursday in the 31st meeting between the sisters.

Peter Thompson

Nadal opts out of US Open

Defending U.S. Open champion Rafael Nadal will not travel to New York in 2020, citing a "worldwide" failure to control the coronavirus outbreak.

Peter Thompson

Novak Djokovic accuses critics of a 'witch hunt' following Adria Tour disaster

Novak Djokovic believes there is an agenda behind the criticism he has faced in the wake of the ill-fated Adria Tour event.

Joe Wright

How Novak Djokovic ignored coronavirus concerns to stage the Adria Tour tennis tournament

Novak Djokovic announced Tuesday morning he tested positive for COVID-19 after hosting the Adria Tour, which had been criticized by health officials and the tennis community for disregarding public safety measures.

Jordan Heck

Novak Djokovic tests positive for coronavirus after organizing Adria Tour

Novak Djokovic is the latest player to have returned a positive COVID-19 test after competing at the Adria Tour exhibition event.

Joe Wright

Nick Kyrgios slams 'boneheaded' Novak Djokovic-led Adria Tour event

The sudden end to the most recent leg of the Adria Tour didn't surprise Nick Kyrgios.

Jordan Greer

Coco Gauff: I demand change now

The 16-year-old rising tennis star delivered a powerful speech in Delray Beach, Fla., demanding social justice.

John Skilbeck

Novak Djokovic believes people can change chemical structure of water with thoughts

The tennis great went on a bizarre livestream to promote this line of thinking.

Emily Carson

US Open still on, may be played without spectators but 'highly unlikely'

The 2020 US Open is scheduled to begin Aug. 31.

Jackie Spiegel

U.S. Open's indoor courts to serve as temporary hospital

With New York City and its hospitals under siege from the coronavirus, the Flushing, Queens site is being set up to serve as a 350-bed facility.

Jackie Spiegel

Wimbledon canceled: Tennis world reacts to sport's premier event being scratched

The event was canceled on Wednesday due to concerns of the coronavirus. Players, naturally, were devastated.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Coronavirus forces Wimbledon to cancel for the first time since 1945

"With the likelihood that the Government’s measures will continue for many months, it is our view that we must act responsibly to protect the large numbers of people required to prepare The Championships from being at risk."

Russell Greaves

Canceled sports bracket: Fans will miss March Madness most in world without sports

We at Sporting News write about sports — without them, we had to find out exactly which event we’ll miss the most.

Zac Al-Khateeb

AELTC to make Wimbledon decision

The All England Club will meet to decide what to do with the tournament, though it will not be played behind closed doors.

Rob Lancaster

U.S. Open wants to go ahead

While prepared to move to a later date, the U.S. Open is planning to start as scheduled as it stands.

Dejan Kalinic

Wimbledon hopes tournament can go ahead

Wimbledon becomes the next major under threat from the coronavirus after the French Open was moved, but officials hope it can go ahead.

John Skilbeck

French Open moved to September

The French Open was due to start in May but the grand slam will now take place in September due to coronavirus.

Omnisport

Coronavirus updates: Every sporting event canceled so far as COVID-19 spreads in United States, Canada

As coronavirus spreads to cities around the United States, it is causing organizers of high-profile sporting events like March Madness and the NBA playoffs to consider spectator-less games and cancellations.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Tennis players react to Indian Wells cancellation: Nadal 'so sad' about development

Rafael Nadal was in California when it was announced the Indian Wells Masters and Indian Wells Open had been cancelled.

Liam Blackburn

Murray targeting Miami comeback

Andy Murray has yet to play a competitive match in 2020 but is hoping to return in Miami.

Jon Fisher

Joyce: Maria had more majors in her

Maria Sharapova was hampered by injury for much of her career and Michael Joyce says it was a "win" just to come back from surgery in 2008.

Peter Thompson

Taylor Swift backs Serena Williams in 'The Man' music video

The singer's latest music video appears to show support for the tennis star, who called out sexism in the sport at the 2018 U.S. Open.

Australian Open: A look ahead at Djokovic-Thiem men's final

How much of an advantage has an extra day's rest been heading into the Australian Open men's final?

Dejan Kalinic

Australian Open prize money: How much will the winners make in 2020? Purse, breakdown for field

Here's a breakdown of the prize money up for grabs at the 2020 Australian Open, including how much each winner makes.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Australian Open 2020 schedule: TV channels, dates, times for every match at Melbourne Park

As always, the tennis grand slam year kicks off with the Australian Open. Here's everything you need to know about the 2020 edition.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Australian Open: Sofia Kenin stuns Ash Barty in women's semifinal

Sofia Kenin became the first American other than a Williams sister to progress to the Australian Open final since Lindsay Davenport in 2005. She did so by upsetting world No. 1 Ash Barty in straight sets.

S Pisani at Melb...

Australian Open: A look at five Federer-Djokovic classics ahead of 50th encounter

A look at the best matches between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic ahead of their men's semifinal match in Melbourne.

Dejan Kalinic

Fed's seven saved match points

We take a closer look at the seven match points Roger Federer saved against Tennys Sandgren at the Australian Open.

D Kalinic at Mel...

Bryant and inspiration to Kyrgios

NBA legend Kobe Bryant's death in a helicopter crash on Sunday left many in mourning, including Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios.

Russell Greaves

Kyrgios: Nadal and I have respect

Nick Kyrgios discussed his thoughts on Rafael Nadal ahead of their fourth-round Australian Open clash

Chris Myson

AustralianOpen: Coco Mania

Coco Gauff, 15, is preparing for a last-16 clash with Sofia Kenin at Melbourne Park after dethroning defending champion Naomi Osaka.

Sacha Pisani

Serena out of Australian Open after upset loss to Wang

Wang Qiang caused a huge upset by stunning Serena Williams in the Australian Open third round.

Dejan Kalinic

Elliot Benchetrit explains why he asked Australian Open ball girl to peel banana for him

The tennis umpire told Elliot Benchetrit the ball girl was not his "slave."

Jordan Heck

Australian Open: Serena powers through

Serena Williams needed less than an hour to get past Russian teenager Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open.

Dejan Kalinic

Australian Open: Serena's results and form

We take a closer look at Serena Williams' form ahead of her Australian Open clash against Anastasia Potapova.

Dejan Kalinic

Australian Open 2020: How Australia's fires could impact tennis tournament dates, scheduling

Here's everything you need to know about the 2020 Australian Open schedule, including how it might be affected by the bushfires across the Australian continent.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Australian Open: Aces under threat?

Will Novak Djokovic land an eighth Australian Open men's singles title, or could a first-time grand slam champion be crowned in Melbourne?

John Skilbeck

Australian Open: Federer not worried about air

Roger Federer says there should be no suggestions of moving the tournament from Melbourne.

Dejan Kalinic

Australian Open: Kvitova worried about air

Petra Kvitova said poor air quality at the Australian Open was a concern.

Dejan Kalinic

Craig O'Shannessy on data, AI in tennis

The Australian analyst is transforming tennis through the use of numbers and data.

Sacha Pisani

Venus to face Gauff again

Venus Williams must take on Coco Gauff at another major, while defending champion Novak Djokovic may have Roger Federer in his sights.

Joe Wright

Australian Open qualifying delayed due to 'very poor' air quality amid bushfires

Improvements in the air quality in Melbourne were forecast on Wednesday, but Australian Open organizers delayed the start of play.

Tom Webber

Australian Open qualifying delayed

Poor air quality in Melbourne has already impacted the Australian Open, where qualifying is scheduled to begin on Tuesday.

Dejan Kalinic

Champion Serena eyes 'next goal'

Serena Williams was thrilled to land her first title since the 2017 Australian Open and is eyeing a record-equaling major crown in Melbourne.

John Skilbeck

Wozniacki announces retirement

Caroline Wozniacki has decided to bring an end to her professional career at age 29. She will retire after the 2020 Australian Open.

Christopher Devine

Nadal: Davis Cup win unforgettable

Spain's Davis Cup win in Madrid will never be forgotten by world No. 1 Rafael Nadal.

Dejan Kalinic

WTA Finals: Halep ousts Andreescu

Bianca Andreescu was unable to win from a set up against Simona Halep at the WTA Finals after Elina Svitolina beat Karolina Pliskova.

Dom Farrell

Federer withdraws from Paris

After claiming his 10th victory at the Swiss Indoors Basel, Roger Federer has elected not to take part in the Paris Masters.

Dom Farrell

Andy Murray didn't expect title win

Winning an ATP Tour title in 2019 was far beyond the expectations of an emotional Andy Murray.

Peter Hanson

Federer to play French Open in 2020

Having confirmed he will play at the 2020 Olympic Games, Roger Federer has revealed his intention to play the French Open next year.

Liam Blackburn

Federer to play at 2020 Olympics

Switzerland's Olympics squad for Tokyo 2020 will include Roger Federer, with the 38-year-old confirming his plan to play at the Games.

Rob Lancaster

Coco Gauff makes Halloween plans

Still just 15 years old, Coco Gauff set her eyes on the best Halloween costume on the WTA Tour after claiming a reported $43,000 in Linz.

Ben Spratt

Gauff seals landmark Linz triumph

Jelena Ostapenko forced Coco Gauff into a deciding set but could not stop the brilliant 15-year-old from claiming Linz Open glory.

Dom Farrell

Gauff reaches Linz final

Coco Gauff was beaten in qualifying at the start of this week in Linz, but could claim her maiden WTA Tour singles title on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

Kyrgios given hefty ATP punishment

The ATP said Nick Kyrgios' "pattern of behavior" had resulted in a fine of $25,000 and 16-week ban — both of which are suspended.

Liam Blackburn

Federer to make Olympics decision

Olympic singles gold is the only major title eluding the Swiss legend, but his plans only go as far as Wimbledon in 2020.

Tom Webber

Nadal: Medvedev final unforgettable

Rafael Nadal could not keep his emotions in after a U.S. Open final with Daniil Medvedev that proved to be one for the ages.

Nicholas McGee

Medvedev hails 'outrageous' Nadal

Daniil Medvedev paid tribute to Rafael Nadal following Sunday's memorable U.S. Open final.

Sacha Pisani

US Open 2019: Nadal's 'crazy' win

Rafael Nadal reflected on the craziness of his U.S. Open final victory over Daniil Medvedev.

Dejan Kalinic

Andreescu has nothing left to fear

Andreescu has been through a lot in her short career, but is now in a place where she has nothing to fear after winning the U.S. Open.

Nicholas McGee

Serena Williams vs. Bianca Andreescu results: Teen phenom becomes first Canadian to win Grand Slam singles title

Bianca Andreescu wins the U.S. Open in her main-draw debut and is the first player born in the 2000s to win the title.

Jackie Spiegel

'I don't think Serena showed up'

Serena Williams was scathing in her assessment of her U.S. Open final performance, saying: "I honestly don't think Serena showed up."

Nicholas McGee

U.S. Open 2019 results: Live tennis scores, full draw, bracket from fourth Grand Slam

Follow SN's live U.S. Open scoreboard for daily match schedules and results from Flushing Meadows.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Serena's fear factor is crumbling

Bianca Andreescu won the U.S. Open by withstanding a roaring second-set comeback from Serena Williams, whose fear factor is crumbling.

Nicholas McGee

Andreescu apologizes

Just like Naomi Osaka a year ago, Bianca Andreescu apologized to the crowd after winning the U.S. Open against Serena Williams.

Dejan Kalinic

Williams' grand slam final woes

After losing 6-3, 7-5 to Bianca Andreescu at the U.S. Open, Serena Williams has now been defeated in her last four grand slam finals.

Patric Ridge

Serena reflects on latest 'down'

Having lost four consecutive grand slam finals, Serena Williams is hoping happier times are around the corner.

Ben Spratt