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How many times has Serena Williams won the U.S. Open?

Serena Williams has a shot at history once more at the 2019 U.S. Open as she attempts to finally chase down Margaret Court's Grand Slam record with a win at Flushing Meadows.

Brandon Schlager

U.S. Open 2019 schedule: TV channels, dates, times for every match at tennis' fourth Grand Slam

America's only tennis major returns in 2019 at Flushing Meadows. Here's everything you need to know about the U.S. Open, including a full TV schedule and live-streaming information.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

U.S. Open prize money: How much will the winners make in 2019? Purse, breakdown for field

Here's a breakdown of the prize money up for grabs at the 2019 U.S. Open, including how much each winner makes.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Serena Williams vs. Bianca Andreescu: Time, TV channel, live stream for 2019 U.S. Open women's finals

Will Serena Williams win her record-tying 24th Grand Slam singles title Saturday at the 2019 U.S. Open? Standing in her way is Canadian Bianca Andreescu, a 19-year-old who has captivated her nation from Flushing Meadows.

Edward Sutelan

Berrettini: I can be dangerous

Having gone into the U.S. Open with one loss from his only match since Wimbledon, Matteo Berrettini's run to the semis gave him confidence.

Tom Webber

Nadal sets up Medvedev final

The U.S. Open men's final will be contested by Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev after the Spaniard beat Matteo Berrettini in straight sets.

Nicholas McGee

Dimitrov taking the positives

His U.S. Open run ended on Friday, but Grigor Dimitrov is focusing on the positives after a tighter semifinal than the scoreline suggested.

Nicholas McGee

Medvedev dashes Dimitrov dream

Dimitrov had the backing of the crowd in the U.S. Open semifinal, but tournament villain Medvedev prevailed.

Nicholas McGee

Serena: I'd still play with record

Margaret Court's record could soon be tied by Serena Williams, who indicated her pursuit of it is not her sole reason for playing at 37.

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Andreescu sets up Serena final

Nineteen-year-old Bianca Andreescu will face Serena Williams for the U.S. Open title after defeating Belinda Bencic in the semifinals.

Nicholas McGee

Nadal into semis in straights

A straight-sets scoreline did not tell the full picture of Rafael Nadal's U.S. Open quarterfinal victory over Diego Schwartzman.

Nicholas McGee

Andreescu into first slam semi

Elise Mertens had not lost a set going into the U.S. Open quarterfinals, but fell victim to a hard-fought comeback from Bianca Andreescu.

Nicholas McGee

Berrettini bests Monfils in epic

The Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd was treated to another five-set thriller as Matteo Berrettini defeated Gael Monfils in nearly four hours.

Nicholas McGee

Fed doesn't have 'crystal ball'

After letting slip a chance to win another Slam, Roger Federer took a dim view of a question about how many more opportunities he will get.

Nicholas McGee

Dimitrov stuns Federer in quarters

Roger Federer was knocked out in the U.S. Open quarterfinals as Grigor Dimitrov delivered an improbable and incredible comeback.

Nicholas McGee

Serena earns 100th U.S. Open win

U.S. Open favorite Serena Williams dished out a hammering in the quarterfinals, crushing China's Wang Qiang for the loss of just one game.

Nicholas McGee

Osaka happy with personal growth

Despite being defeated by Belinda Bencic, Naomi Osaka expressed satisfaction with a U.S. Open campaign that has seen her grow as a person.

Nicholas McGee

U.S. Open: Osaka falls to Bencic

Ashleigh Barty will return to the top of the WTA rankings after the U.S. Open after Naomi Osaka's loss to Belinda Bencic.

Nicholas McGee

Osaka shows her all-round class

Her compassion for Coco Gauff won widespread plaudits, and Naomi Osaka should now be a firm fan favorite at the U.S. Open.

Nicholas McGee

Serena Williams calms ankle fears

A win over Petra Martic for Serena Williams was marked by her turning her ankle in the second set, though she moved to calm the concern.

Nicholas McGee

Serena wins but injures ankle

A straight-sets win over Petra Martic potentially came at a cost for Serena Williams, who rolled her right ankle in the second set.

Christopher Devine

Below-par Barty crashes out

There will be no U.S. Open quarter-final clash between Ashleigh Barty and Serena Williams after the Australian lost to Wang Qiang.

Nicholas McGee

Osaka explains Gauff interview

Naomi Osaka didn't want Coco Gauff to leave the court sad after their U.S. Open clash, hence her decision for them to have a joint interview

Nicholas McGee

Ruthless Osaka ends Gauff's run

Coco Gauff saw her U.S. Open campaign ended by Naomi Osaka, who looked every inch a player ready to defend her title.

Nicholas McGee

Serena: Osaka, Gauff are the future

Serena Williams is excited to "fangirl" over the future of women's tennis when Naomi Osaka faces Coco Gauff in the third round.

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Serena avoids Muchova giant-killing

Karolina Muchova failed to add a defeat over Serena Williams to her list as the 23-time major champion prevailed in straight sets.

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McEnroe hopes Gauff loses vs. Osaka

John McEnroe thinks a victory over the world No. 1 and defending champion would be too much, too soon for Coco Gauff.

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Gauff: I felt like Game 7 Warriors

A thriller with Timea Babos had the U.S. Open crowd firmly behind Coco Gauff, making her feel like the Golden State Warriors.

Nicholas McGee

Osaka helps Kobe beat the heat

Reigning U.S. Open champion Osaka beat Magda Linette to reach the third round, and helped some famous fans beat the heat in the process.

Nicholas McGee

Nadal gets second-round walkover

Thanasi Kokkinakis' late withdrawal has provided Rafael Nadal with the chance to rest ahead of Round 3 at the U.S. Open.

Nicholas McGee

Kobe hails 'phenomenon' Gauff

Gauff continues to impress at the U.S. Open, gaining another admirer in the form of the basketball legend.

Nicholas McGee

Djokovic discusses shoulder issue

Novak Djokovic's shoulder injury is a problem heading into the third round of the US Open.

Sacha Pisani

U.S. Open: Serena survives scare

After struggling to find her best form, Serena Williams overcame Caty McNally at the U.S. Open.

Dejan Kalinic

Hurting Djokovic overcomes Londero

Despite being troubled by a shoulder injury, Novak Djokovic overcame Juan Ignacio Londero at the U.S. Open.

Dejan Kalinic

U.S. Open 2019: Nadal eases through

Three-time champion Rafael Nadal eased past John Millman in the opening round of the U.S. Open.

Dejan Kalinic

U.S. Open 2019: Gauff, 15, wins

Coco Gauff overcame fellow teenager Anastasia Potapova in the U.S. Open first round.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena: I don't know who Ramos is

"I don't know who that is," Serena Williams said when asked about Carlos Ramos at the U.S. Open.

Dejan Kalinic

Federer fends off Nagal in New York

Roger Federer recovered from a slow start to eventually move past Indian qualifier Sumit Nagal 4-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 at Flushing Meadows.

Sacha Pisani

US Open: Serena thrashes Sharapova

Serena Williams needed just 58 minutes to thrash Maria Sharapova at the U.S. Open.

Dejan Kalinic

Naomi Osaka confident over fitness

Defending champion Naomi Osaka feels "more loose and comfortable" in New York after a "turbulent" few months.

Peter Thompson

Serena to face Sharapova in R1

The first round of the U.S. Open served up a showdown between two former champions, with Serena Williams facing Maria Sharapova.

Peter Hanson

Sloane Stephens reunites with coach Kamau Murray ahead of U.S. Open

Murray coached Stephens from 2015 until the end of the 2018 season, the most successful period in her career which included a championship at the 2017 U.S. Open.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Serena to begin 2020 season in NZ

Serena Williams is heading back to Auckland for the start of her campaign next year.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena pulls out of Cincinnati

Serena Williams' back is "still not right", leading to her withdrawal from the Western & Southern Open.

Dejan Kalinic

Coco Gauff gets U.S. Open wild card

Having sparkled at Wimbledon, the 15-year-old Floridian will get another chance at her home Grand Slam.

Ben Spratt

Murray to skip U.S. Open singles

Former world No. 1 Andy Murray plans to play doubles at the U.S. Open, but will not enter the singles draw.

Peter Thompson

Bianca Andreescu, Rafael Nadal withdraw from Western & Southern Open after Rogers Cup victories

The Rogers Cup champions both elect to take a break with the U.S. Open looming around the corner.

Tommy McArdle

Nadal tops Medvedev in Montreal

Rafael Nadal carried off the Rogers Cup trophy for a fifth time as he stepped up preparations for the upcoming U.S. Open.

John Skilbeck

Andy Murray feeling 'zero pain'

Former world number one Andy Murray discussed his upcoming singles return against Richard Gasquet.

Sacha Pisani

Serena hopeful over back injury

After retiring during the Rogers Cup final, Serena Williams was hopeful about her back injury.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena retires hurt at Rogers Cup

Serena Williams sobbed in her chair as she retired due to a back injury in Toronto, just two weeks before the US Open starts.

Peter Thompson

Murray to play Zhuhai & Beijing

Though he has yet to decide on his US Open participation, Andy Murray will feature in singles for two tournaments in China next month.

Nicholas McGee

Serena survives scare in Toronto

Williams set up a clash against Andreescu in the final of the Rogers Cup in Toronto.

Dejan Kalinic

Murray faces tricky draw on return

As he prepares for his singles return in Cincinnati next week, Murray is facing a daunting run.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena and Osaka to meet in QFs

Serena Williams and second seed Naomi Osaka will do battle for a spot in the Rogers Cup semifinals.

Sacha Pisani

Nadal passes Federer in Montreal

Rafael Nadal was too good for Guido Pella, moving past Roger Federer for most ATP Masters 1000 wins.

Dejan Kalinic

Murray eyes up singles return

Having not played a singles match since January's Australian Open, Andy Murray is keen to make his comeback at the Cincinnati Masters.

Liam Blackburn

Henman: Serena will bounce back

Despite her straight-set defeat to Simona Halep in the Wimbledon final, Serena Williams will be in the mix at the US Open, says Tim Henman.

Patric Ridge

U.S. Open wants Gauff in main draw

Officials are planning to give a wildcard to the 15-year-old sensation that caught everyone's attention when she played at Wimbledon.

Chelsea Howard

Wimbledon prize money: How much will the winners make in 2019? Purse, breakdown for field

The top players in the world descend upon Wimbledon to compete for tennis' oldest major. Here's a breakdown of the prize money they're competing for, including how much each winner makes.

Drew Nantais

Novak Djokovic outlasts Roger Federer in historic Wimbledon final

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the record-setting 2019 Wimbledon men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer.

Drew Nantais

Federer unfazed by grand slam tally

Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon triumph moved him to within four of Roger Federer's Grand Slam tally, but the Swiss remains unconcerned.

Harry West

Djokovic relies on mental strength

A five-hour epic against Roger Federer tested all the mental fortitude of Novak Djokovic, who lifted the Wimbledon title for the fifth time.

Harry West

Djokovic revels in 'unreal' win

It took almost five hours to defeat Roger Federer, leaving Novak Djokovic to reflect on an "exciting, thrilling" Wimbledon final.

Ben Spratt

Reactions to Djokovic's win

Twitter exploded after Djokovic defeated Federer in a five-hour match that included a fifth-set tiebreaker.

Gabrielle McMillen

Wimbledon 2019 results: Live tennis scores, full draw, bracket at All England Club

Follow SN's live Wimbledon scoreboard for daily match schedules and results from the All England Club.

Drew Nantais

Wimbledon 2019 schedule: TV channels, dates, times for every match at All England Club

Tennis' oldest major returns in 2019 at the All England Club. Here's everything you need to know about the 133rd edition of Wimbledon.

Drew Nantais

Djokovic vs. Federer: How to watch Wimbledon men's final

Roger Federer looks to clinch his 21st Grand Slam title, but defending Wimbledon champ Novak Djokovic has other ideas.

Drew Nantais

Serena: I'll never stop fighting

Williams responded to comments Billie Jean King recently made questioning the tennis star's focus.

Chelsea Howard

Halep: This was my best match

New Wimbledon champion Simona Halep said she turned in her best performance ever to beat Serena Williams on Centre Court.

Ben Spratt

Serena salutes 'amazing' Halep

Serena Williams on Wimbledon final loss: "She literally played out of her mind. ... It was a little bit of deer in the headlights for me."

Harry West

'Damn Serena': Twitter reacts to Williams' rout at hand of Simona Halep in Wimbledon final

Social media erupted after 7-seed Simona Halep dominated Serena Williams in the Wimbledon final.

Blair Berry

Halep wins first Wimbledon title

Serena Williams was outclassed by Simona Halep as the Romanian secured her first Wimbledon crown with a 6-2, 6-2 victory Saturday.

Harry West

Simona Halep dominates Serena Williams to win 2019 Wimbledon final

See how Simona Halep won her first Wimbledon final with a dominant performance against Serena Williams.

Zac Al-Khateeb

The royal women were sitting comfy at Wimbledon

It wouldn't be a Wimbledon final without the royal family in the stands. Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton were sitting front row at the Serena Williams-Simona Halep match.

Blair Berry

Serena Williams vs. Simona Halep: Time, TV channel, live stream for 2019 Wimbledon women's finals

Will Serena Williams secure her record-tying 24th Grand Slam singles title, or will Simona Halep win her first-ever Wimbledon title?

Thomas Schlarp

Serena Williams at Wimbledon 2019: Match schedule, scores, results on quest for 24th Grand Slam title

Here is everything you need to keep track of Serena Williams' run at Wimbledon in 2019, including a guide to watch her matches live on TV or stream online along with live scoring updates and results from All England Club.

Brandon Schlager

How many times has Serena Williams won Wimbledon?

Serena Williams has a shot at history once more at Wimbledon in 2019 as she attempts to finally chase down Margaret Court's Grand Slam record with a win at the All England Club.

Brandon Schlager

Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal results: Federer advances to record 12th Wimbledon final

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the 2019 Wimbledon men's singles semifinals. Follow along.

Thomas Schlarp

Federer beats Nadal at Wimbledon

Eleven years after Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer in an epic Wimbledon final, Federer beat his great rival in the last four.

Liam Blackburn

Halep, Serena plan to stay calm

Former world No. 1s Serena Williams and Simona Halep say keeping their composure is key when they meet in Saturday's final at Wimbledon.

Peter Thompson

Djokovic reaches Wimbledon final

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic overcame a mid-match stumble to reach his sixth Wimbledon final by beating Roberto Bautista Agut.

John Skilbeck

Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal: Time, TV channel, live stream for 2019 Wimbledon men's semifinals

It's been nearly 11 years since Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer met on Wimbledon's grass courts. Here is all the information you need to know to watch two of tennis' best meet in the semifinal.

Thomas Schlarp

Serena targets history at Wimbledon

Serena Williams has been one short of Margaret Court's grand slam titles record since 2017, and in the Wimbledon final she can match her.

John Skilbeck

Serena Williams vs. Barbora Strycova results: Williams advances to 2019 Wimbledon final for shot at 24th Grand Slam

Sporting News tracked Serena Williams' victory over Barbara Strycova in the Wimbledon women's singles semifinals. Follow along here.

Thomas Schlarp

Halep eases into Wimbledon final

Halep was a cut above a tentative Svitolina as she moved into a first final at the All England Club.

Peter Thompson

Serena-Murray dream team thwarted

Serena Williams and Andy Murray teamed up in a mixed doubles pairing of legendary proportions, but their run at Wimbledon is now over.

Russell Greaves

Djokovic brushes Goffin aside

Goffin was a break up in the first set but Djokovic won 10 games in a row to take charge and never looked back.

Peter Thompson

Serena, Murray advance at Wimbledon

The two crowd favorites secured a second straight-sets victory at the All England Club on Tuesday.

Peter Thompson

Williams details apology to Osaka

Osaka encouraged Williams to "continue trailblazing" after the U.S. Open flashpoint that overshadowed her first Grand Slam win.

Dom Farrell

Gauff: It felt like New York

Cori Gauff's extraordinary run at Wimbledon came to an end in round four Monday, as she was defeated in straight sets by Simona Halep.

Patric Ridge

Halep heads into quarter-finals

Simona Halep ended Cori Gauff's fairy-tale run at Wimbledon with a straight-sets victory over the 15-year-old in round four on Monday.

Patric Ridge

Serena eases past Suarez Navarro

Suarez Navarro had not won a set in six previous meetings with Williams and had no joy in round four at Wimbledon.

Dom Farrell

Serena's drive 'taken for granted'

Williams and Roger Federer are world-renowned icons, but Murray suggests one aspect of their character is missed.

Ben Spratt

Federer hits grand slam landmark

There looked to be no stopping the big names in the Wimbledon men's draw on Saturday as Federer and Nadal laid down markers.

Ben Spratt

Federer eases into second week

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal were joined in the last 16 by Roger Federer, who was largely untroubled by a battling Lucas Pouille.

Chris Myson

Nadal outplays Tsonga in 3 sets

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga proved no match for Rafael Nadal, who raced into the fourth round at Wimbledon on Saturday.

Ben Spratt

Serena surges through at Wimbledon

In what was a repeat of last year's semifinal, Serena Williams produced a masterclass to beat Germany's Julia Goerges.

John Skilbeck

Coco: I hope Beyonce is watching

Cori "Coco" Gauff is just 15 years old and into the last 16 at Wimbledon, but Beyonce and Jaden Smith were on her mind Friday.

Ben Spratt

Gauff battles back to win again

Facing match point in second set, the 15-year-old showed superb spirit to rally and down Polona Hercog to move into the fourth round.

Ben Spratt

Kyrgios aimed at Nadal with shot

Rafael Nadal labeled the shot "dangerous" and Nick Kyrgios said he aimed a forehand at the Spaniard.

Dejan Kalinic

Serena grinds out Wimbledon win

Serena Williams was watched by Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, as she battled through to the third round of Wimbledon.

John Skilbeck

Kerber stunned by hobbling Davis

Lauren Davis was hampered by three apparent injuries against Angelique Kerber but still ousted the defending Wimbledon champion.

Ben Spratt

Federer sounds Wimbledon warning

A straight-sets second-round win over home hope Jay Clarke underlined Roger Federer's threat as he eyes a ninth Wimbledon title.

Russell Greaves

Cori Gauff wins again at Wimbledon

The 15-year-old American built on her stunning first-round defeat of Venus Williams by beating another player more than twice her age.

Marc Lancaster

Wawrinka crashes out of Wimbledon

Opelka sent the No. 22 seed crashing out of Wimbledon with a five-set victory on No. 2 Court on Wednesday.

Patric Ridge

Murray relishes Serena pairing

Andy Murray says he is grateful to have the chance to be on the same side of the net as the great Serena Williams at his home Grand Slam.

Peter Thompson

Serena, Murray to team up at SW19

Serena Williams and Andy Murray will team up in Wimbledon's mixed doubles, the Scot's management team has confirmed.

Christopher Devine

Forearm injury forces Sharapova out

Fifteen years on from her remarkable triumph at Wimbledon as a teenager, Maria Sharapova made a painful early exit on Tuesday.

Christopher Devine

Unconvincing start from Serena

Although she did not drop a set in her first-round match at Wimbledon, Serena Williams will know she needs to improve significantly.

Christopher Devine

Querrey upsets Thiem at Wimbledon

After Alexander Zverev and Stefanos Tsitsipas both lost at Wimbledon on Monday, Thiem spectacularly followed 24 hours later.

Ben Spratt

Zverev and Tsitsipas exit Wimbledon

Seeds Alexander Zverev and Stefanos Tsitsipas fell to first-round defeats on an opening day of surprises at Wimbledon.

Brendan McLoughlin

10 things to know about Cori 'CoCo' Gauff, the teen who beat Venus Williams at Wimbledon

15-year-old Cori Gauff defeated five-time champion Venus Williams in straight sets on Monday during the first round of Wimbledon, 6-4, 6-4.

Osaka upset at Wimbledon

Yulia Putintseva maintained her perfect record against Naomi Osaka, who endured more grass-court misery at Wimbledon.

Peter Thompson

Serena hints of doubles with Murray

In what would be a dream pairing, Andy Murray could team up with Serena Williams in mixed doubles at Wimbledon.

Russell Greaves

Cori Gauff: What you need to know

Ahead of a Wimbledon first-round clash with one of her idols, Venus Williams, here is a close look at American teenager Cori "Coco" Gauff.

Nicholas McGee

Gauff gets marquee match vs. Venus

After making Wimbledon history in qualifying, Cori Gauff, 15, will face Venus Williams in the first round at the All England Club.

Nicholas McGee

Nadal faces possible Federer semi

Roger Federer was controversially seeded ahead of Rafael Nadal for Wimbledon and the pair could meet in the last four.

Nicholas McGee

Coco Gauff makes Wimbledon history

Coco Gauff will have the chance to impress at Wimbledon after becoming the youngest woman to qualify for the singles event in the Open Era.

John Skilbeck

Federer ahead of Nadal at Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal had revealed the announcement early and Wimbledon confirmed that the Spaniard will be seeded behind Roger Federer this year.

John Skilbeck

Nadal's 12 French Open titles

We look at each of Rafael Nadal's French Open successes after he triumphed at Roland Garros for a 12th time.

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Gracious Nadal backs beaten Thiem

Dominic Thiem has lost two successive French Open finals to Rafael Nadal, who told his rival: "Keep going – you will win this, for sure."

Christopher Devine

Nadal claims 12th French Open title

Dominic Thiem produced a fine display, but the Austrian was ultimately well beaten as Rafael Nadal claimed yet another French Open title.

Christopher Devine

Rafael Nadal vs. Dominic Thiem: Live score, results, how to watch 2019 French Open final

Here is everything you need to track Rafael Nadal's match against Dominic Thiem in the 2019 French Open final, including a guide to watch live on TV or stream online with full scoring updates and results.

Thomas Schlarp

Ashleigh Barty wins French Open

Australian ruthlessly brushed aside teenager Marketa Vondrousova to win her first major in a one-sided final.

Peter Thompson

Nadal routs Federer for 12th final

Roger Federer's French Open return was ended at the semifinal stage by Rafael Nadal, who is one match win away from a 12th title in Paris.

T Webber at Rola...

Winds turn Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal into dust storm at French Open

Wind gusts during the French Open semifinal have reportedly reached up to 30 mph, turning the clay courts at Roland Garros into a dust storm.

French Open 2019 results: Tennis scores, TV schedule, full draw & bracket at Roland Garros

Rafael Nadal and Simona Halep are the defending champions of tennis' second Grand Slam event of the year. Here is everything to know about the 2019 French Open, including a full TV schedule plus updated results from the men's and women's draws.

Thomas Schlarp

Federer v. Nadal: The Paris matches

Friday will see Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal go toe to toe at Roland Garros. We recall their past matches at Roland Garros.

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Williams 1st athlete on Forbes list

Williams, 30, ranked 80th overall with a net worth of $225 million.

Alexis Mansanarez

Federer ousts Wawrinka, Nadal next

Rafael Nadal stands between Roger Federer and a first French Open final since 2011 after the world No. 3 defeated Stan Wawrinka.

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Konta blows away Stephens

Sloane Stephens' hopes of going one better than last year in Paris by winning a title were ended by an inspired Johanna Konta.

Peter Thompson

Murray to play doubles at Queen's

Former world No. 1 Andy Murray will play for the first time since the Australian Open at the Fever-Tree Championships.

Ben Spratt

Djokovic makes French Open history

Jan-Lennard Struff started positively but saw Djokovic turn it up a few notches and charge into the quarters at Roland Garros.

Tom Webber

Osaka ousted by Siniakova

Katerina Siniakova sprung a shock at Roland Garros by eliminating the world number one Naomi Osaka in straight sets on Saturday.

Christopher Devine

Federer knows his level on clay

Having won his first three matches in his first Roland Garros appearance since 2015, Federer has checked off some of his unknowns.

Tom Webber

Serena won't explain wheelchair

When asked about being photographed in a wheelchair prior to the French Open, Williams did not want to give a reason.

Tom Webber

Nadal eases past Maden in Paris

Reigning French Open champion Rafael Nadal was broken twice by Yannick Maden but ultimately claimed a 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 victory in Paris.

Patric Ridge

Serena talks French Open nerves

After briefly toiling against Vitalia Diatchenko in Round 1 of the French Open, Serena Williams opened up on the nerves she felt.

Peter Hanson

Wozniacki trying to stay positive

Following injury troubles in recent weeks, Caroline Wozniacki suffered more disappointment in her French Open first-round match on Monday.

Ben Spratt

Kvitova withdraws from French Open

Having played through pain in recent weeks, two-time Grand Slam winner Petra Kvitova has pulled out of the French Open with an arm injury.

Ben Spratt

Federer enjoys serene Paris return

Playing at the French Open for the first time in four years, Roger Federer came through his opening clash with Lorenzo Sonego with ease.

Ben Spratt

Auger-Aliassime withdraws in Paris

Felix Auger-Aliassime will not be in action at Roland Garros this year due to an injury sustained during his run to the final in Lyon.

Peter Thompson

Kyrgios withdraws from French Open

After stating this week that the French Open "sucks" compared to Wimbledon, Nick Kyrgios will not play in Paris, citing an illness.

Peter Thompson

Sharapova out of French Open

Due to a shoulder injury, two-time French Open champion Maria Sharapova will not be playing at Roland Garros this year.

Chris Myson

Serena Williams withdraws in Rome

A second-round clash between the Williams sisters will not take place in Rome after Serena suffered another injury setback.

Christopher Devine

Stephens hires Groeneveld

Maria Sharapova's former coach Sven Groeneveld has started working with Sloane Stephens.

Peter Thompson

Gimelstob steps down from ATP

With pressure to depart growing, Gimelstob said he will leave his role as a player representative on the ATP board.

Ben Spratt

Stephens announces engagement

Stephens, a six-time WTA title winner and world No. 8, shared the news with a tweet saying, "Forever yes."

Alexis Mansanarez

ATP to decide on Gimelstob's future

Two-time Grand Slam mixed doubles champion Justin Gimelstob pleaded no-contest to a misdemeanor count of battery with serious bodily injury.

Peter Thompson

Australian Open 2019: Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal to claim 15th major title

Novak Djokovic turned in a masterful performance in beating Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 6-3 to claim the 2019 Australian Open on Rod Laver Arena.

Brendan Bradford

Australian Open 2019: Live results, scores from men's, women's championships

Follow for scores and results from each round of the 2019 Australian Open.

Sporting News

Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal: Time, live results, TV channel for 2019 Australian Open men's final

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal renew their rivalry in the 2019 Australian Open men's singles final. Here's everything to know about the match, including live scoring updates and how to watch on TV and live stream online.

Brandon Schlager

Australian Open 2019: Naomi Osaka beats Petra Kvitova to claim second major title

Naomi Osaka won the Australian Open and moved to No. 1 in the WTA rankings after a 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-4 win over Petra Kvitova in a final for the ages.

Brendan Bradford

Australian Open 2019: Schedule, draw, how to watch, live stream Grand Slam tournament

The first Grand Slam event of the tennis season is right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2019 Australian Open, including a full schedule, TV info and betting odds.

Drew Nantais

Serena Williams vs. Karolina Pliskova: Time, live results, how to watch Australian Open quarterfinals

Here is everything you need to track Serena Williams' match against Karolina Pliskova in the Australian Open quarterfinals, including a guide to watch live on TV or stream online with full scoring updates and results.

Brandon Schlager

Halloween 2018: The best (and worst) athlete costumes

Athletes love to get into the spirit of Halloween. Here's a look at some of the best and worst costumes from the sports world.

2018 U.S. Open schedule, draw, results

SN has you covered with the U.S. Open results, schedule, draw and results at Flushing Meadows.

Kenan Goyette

U.S. Open 2018: Results, live scores from tennis' fourth Grand Slam

Scores and results from the 2018 U.S. Open.

Sporting News

Serena Williams vs. Naomi Osaka: Results, highlights from Osaka's U.S. Open women's singles final victory

Naomi Osaka picked up her first career Grand Slam championship with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Serena Williams, but not before some controversy involving Williams and the chair umpire.

Christian Shimabuku

Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams: Results, highlights from Serena's third-round U.S. Open win

Serena Williams swept sister Venus Williams at New York's Arthur Ashe Stadium in their 16th meeting in a Grand Slam tournament.

Sporting News

2018 U.S. Open odds: Serena, Djokovic open as betting favorites

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic open as the favorites to win the 138th U.S. Open tennis championships.

Drew Nantais

What's next on Serena Williams' 2018 schedule?

Serena Williams' coach announced her 2018 schedule, which will feature three Grand Slam events. Check out the rest of her tennis schedule here.

Kenan Goyette

ESPY Awards 2018: All award winners and nominees

The ESPYs, which stands for Excellence in Sports Yearly, honors the best of the sporting world. Here are the 2018 winners and nominees.

Christian Shimabuku

Wimbledon 2018 men's final: Recapping Novak Djokovic's dominant win over Kevin Anderson

Recapping four-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic's dominating win over Kevin Anderson at the 2018 Wimbledon finals.

Kenan Goyette

Wimbledon 2018: Results, draw, schedule, how to watch live at All England Club

SN has you covered with the Wimbledon results, schedule, draw and how to watch live at the All England Club.

Kenan Goyette

Wimbledon 2018 women's final: Recapping Angelique Kerber's victory over Serena Williams

Recapping Angelique Kerber's impressive and dominant win over Serena Williams at the 2018 Wimbledon finals.

Kenan Goyette

Wimbledon 2018: Results from finals at All England Club

Scores and results from The Championships, Wimbledon 2018.

Sporting News

Wimbledon 2018: Kevin Anderson blasts fifth-set rule after 6 1/2-hour victory over John Isner

Kevin Anderson was not thrilled that he needed 50 games in the fifth set to defeat John Isner in their men's semifinal match.

Tom Gatto

Wimbledon 2018 odds: Roger Federer, Petra Kvitova favorites to win at All England Club

Roger Federer and Petra Kvitova are set as the favorites to win it all at Wimbledon in 2018.

Kenan Goyette

Seven players who could make up tennis' next 'Big Four'

Tennis' Big Four have reigned supreme since 2004, but which young players today have a shot to make up that group next?

Kenan Goyette

A look at Rafael Nadal's French Open dominance

Rafael Nadal has dominated the French Open, and the clay court circuit, like no one else before him.

Kenan Goyette

French Open 2018: Live results from semifinals at Roland Garros

Live scores and results from the 2018 French Open at Roland Garros.

Sporting News

French Open 2018 men's final: Recapping Rafael Nadal's dominant win against Dominic Thiem

Nadal and Thiem square off for one of the richest prizes in tennis at 9 a.m. ET.

Nick Birdsong

French Open 2018: Results, schedule, how to watch live at Roland Garros

SN has you covered with the schedule, results and how to watch the French Open at Roland Garros.

Kenan Goyette

French Open 2018 women's final: Recapping Simona Halep's comeback win against Sloane Stephens

Follow every moment of the French Open women's final.

Nick Birdsong

America's bet against sports gambling was always a big loser

SN's Mike DeCourcy explains why the federal ban on sports betting being ruled unconstitutional is a welcome end to what was a senseless prohibition in the U.S. for years.

Mike DeCourcy

Real Madrid fan Nadal explains wearing Atletico shirt

After being spotted in the stands for the Europa League semifinal between the Colchoneros and Arsenal, the tennis star explained his choice of attire.

Jamie Smith

HBO's 'Being Serena' documentary provides intimate look at tennis superstar

The five-part series gives viewers amazing access into Williams' private life.

Michael McCarthy

Davis Cup 2018: Quarterfinals results, schedule, matches, how to watch the U.S.

The United States is into the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup — check out who and when they'll hit the court next.

Kenan Goyette

'Football needs Messi to win the World Cup'

Despite collecting an enviable haul of honours at club level with Barcelona, international silverware has continued to elude an all-time great

Chris Burton

Serena Williams will be at 'full flight' upon WTA Tour return, insists Navratilova

Martina Navratilova believes Serena Williams will quickly be back among the winners when she returns to the WTA Tour.

Peter Hanson

Seles backs Serena Williams to be a grand slam contender in 2018

Despite over a year away from tennis, Monica Seles has backed Serena Williams to vie for more grand slam titles in 2018.

Alex Fisher

Pique's group Kosmos set to revamp Davis Cup

The defender's investment group has teamed up with the International Tennis Federation in a lucrative new 25-year partnership

Jon Fisher

Fed Cup 2018: Lineup, schedule, how to watch Serena Williams and the U.S.

Serena Williams makes her return to tennis at the Fed Cup. Find out when, where and how to watch her and the rest of Team U.S.A. here.

Kenan Goyette

The real cost of being a tennis pro isn't what you'd expect

Retiring Australian tennis player Sam Groth gives insight into the financial strain for players on the professional tennis circuit, and it's not pretty.

Daniel Ramus

Australian Open 2018: Schedule, draw, how to watch & live stream

Here is all the information you need to watch the 2018 Australian Open, including TV schedule and important dates.

Skylar Rolstad

Tennys Sandgren takes down Dominic Thiem at Australian Open to reach quarterfinals

The lone American man left, Tennys Sandgren, continued his cinderella run at the Australian Open with a five set victory over Dominic Thiem.

Kenan Goyette

Will Ferrell hilariously interviews Roger Federer at 2018 Australian Open

Comedian Will Ferrell hit Roger Federer with some "hard-hitting" questions at the 2018 Australian Open.

Jordan Heck

Australian Open 2018: Andy Murray withdraws, says he's not ready to compete'

Andy Murray will not play in the first major of the 2018 tennis season. He says he will "assess all the options," including surgery, to treat his hip injury.

Tom Gatto

Dick Enberg dies at 82: Fellow broadcasters pay tribute to Hall of Famer

The sports broadcasting world reacts to the death of Dick Enberg, who stood at the top of the profession for decades.

Tom Gatto

Andy Murray to be the next Mourinho?

Should the three-time Grand Slam winner look for a career in a different sport after retiring from tennis, a coaching role would be of interest

Ben Spratt

Who is Konta's footballer grandfather?

The tennis star is making history in her sport after reaching the Wimbledon semi-final and it is perhaps no surprise given her impressive heritage

R Kelly & Zoltan...

Maldini beaten in pro tennis debut

The former AC Milan defender and his doubles partner, Stefano Landonio, were soundly beaten having qualified for their first ATP competition together

Peter Thompson

Nadal hoping for Madrid present

The Blancos fan is hoping Zinedine Zidane's men can see off Juventus in Cardiff and allow him to celebrate turning 30 in style at the French Open

Alex Fisher

'Totti is the Federer of football'

The Swiss star is enjoying something of a renaissance at the age of 35, while a talismanic figure in the Italian capital is still going strong at 40

Nadal wants Real Madrid presidency

While he admits it may be unlikely, Rafael Nadal would like to be Real Madrid president.

Dejan Kalinic

WATCH: Arsenal go crazy for Federer

Mesut Ozil was particularly delighted to see the 35-year-old tennis star beat Rafael Nadal as the Gunners players celebrated the result from the gym

'Federer is the King of Greatness!'

The 35-year-old tennis legend overcame his old foe Nadal in Melbourne, sending the football world into fits of admiration

Ryan Kelly

Djokovic's secret football skills

The tennis ace may be licking his wounds after suffering an embarrassing loss, but there is another sport he might be able to fall back on