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Federer wants two-three more years

He won his first major in 2003, but Roger Federer believes he has another two or three years left at the ATP Tour's top level.

Serena Williams is engaged!

Serena Willilams is officially off the market! The 35-year-old tennis star announced Thursday that she is engaged to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, 33.

Serena Williams engaged

Fittingly, Williams, 35, announced the engagement to Ohanian, 33, on her verified Reddit account — with a poem.

Ana Ivanovic announces retirement

A day on from revealing she had "important news" to share, 2008 French Open winner Ana Ivanovic has confirmed her retirement.

Keys to miss Australian Open

The American had mixed news to report on Friday: she will not compete in the first major of 2017 but has hired a familiar face as coach.

Kvitova to exit hospital on Friday

After surgery on her hand after a knife attack, Petra Kvitova's representative has confirmed she will leave the hospital on Friday.

Czech boss shaken by Kvitova attack

Czech star Petra Kvitova underwent surgery to repair damaged tendons and nerves after she was attacked by an intruder with a knife.

Kvitova: I feel lucky to be alive

A knife-wielding intruder attacked the 2011 and '14 Wimbledon champion in her apartment in Prague.

Fletcher: Murray can inspire Scotland

The Tartan Army captain believes that his countrymen will take inspiration from the tennis star's recent successes, and get a positive result with England

Novak Djokovic throws tantrum after losing set, then loses match

Novak Djokovic slammed his racket into the ground after he lost the first set of his semifinal match to Roberto Bautista Agut.

Maria Sharapova's doping ban reduced significantly

Following her appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, Maria Sharapova has had her doping suspension reduced.

Serena Williams says she feared for family member's safety after spotting officer during commute

The tennis star penned a powerful Facebook post on Tuesday.

Why doesn't the U.S. generate more top-ranked men's tennis players?

USA Gymnastics: Simone Biles justified in use of banned substance to treat ADHD

USA Gymnastics says Simone Biles has not broken any drug-testing regulations after she was targeted in a cyber attack.

U.S. Open 2016: Stan Wawrinka dethrones Novak Djokovic as U.S. Open champion

Just as he had at Roland Garros in 2015, Stan Wawrinka proved too hot for Novak Djokovic to handle at Flushing Meadows on Sunday.

U.S. Open 2016: Is Stan the man to stop Djokovic? Wawrinka bids for upset

Defending champion Novak Djokovic faces No. 3 seed Stan Wawrinka for the men's title in the 2016 U.S. Open.Match time: 4 p.m. ET.

U.S. Open 2016: Angelique Kerber battles past Karolina Pliskova to win U.S. Open

German Angelique Kerber overcame Karolina Pliskova in an entertaining US Open final on Saturday.

U.S. Open 2016: Angelique Kerber faces title test vs. Karolina Pliskova

It's the third Grand Slam final of 2016 for Angelique Kerber, but the first ever for Karolina Pliskova. Match time: 4 p.m. ET.

Pat Cash: These are the rules I'd change in tennis

Novak Djokovic faces Gael Monfils in perilous U.S. Open semifinal

Defending champion and winner at Melbourne and Roland Garros, Novak Djokovic takes the court knowing a No. 1 seed is a No. 1 upset target.

U.S. Open 2016: New No. 1 Angelique Kerber cruises past Caroline Wozniacki into finals

Angelique Kerber replaces Serena Williams as women's tennis' top player, then beats Caroline Wozniacki to reach the U.S. Open final.

Serena Williams reveals 'serious' knee injury after U.S. Open exit

Unwilling to discuss her lost No. 1 ranking, Serena Williams said she'd been battling a knee injury at the U.S. Open.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams upset by Karolina Pliskova in semis

Williams' streak of 186 consecutive weeks as tennis' No. 1 player comes to an end.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams outlasts Simona Halep, reaches women's semifinals

Despite tallying 43 unforced errors, Serena Williams defeated Simona Halep to reach the semifinals in New York.

U.S. Open 2016: Andy Murray falls to Kei Nishikori in quarterfinal stunner

Kei Nishikori advanced to the semifinals of the U.S. Open by upsetting world No. 2 and Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray in five sets.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams awaits quarterfinal test vs. Simona Halep

Who will get the final place in the Open semifinals? Serena Williams is out to advance.

U.S. Open 2016: Andy Murray faces Kei Nishikori for semifinal berth

Wednesday brings the final four quarterfinal matches at Flushing Meadow.

U.S. Open 2016: Novak Djokovic into semis as yet another opponent bends knee

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga was the third opponent to retire along Novak Djokovic's especially easy road to another U.S. Open semifinals.

U.S. Open 2016: Angelique Kerber focused on semis as No. 1 ranking beckons

Becoming the world's top-ranked player is far from Angelique Kerber's thoughts as a resurgent Caroline Wozniacki looms in the semis.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams advances; sister Venus fends off retirement chatter

Serena Williams won her record 308th Grand Slam match, but hopes for a sisterly semifinal showdown were doused with Venus' elimination.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams passes Roger Federer with record major match win

World No. 1 Serena Williams needed a little over an hour to power into a U.S. Open quarterfinals with Simona Halep on Monday.

U.S. Open 2016: Jack Sock ready for next big step against top-10 seed

Fresh off an upset of former champion Marin Cilic, Jack Sock faces Jo-Wilfried Tsonga with a chance to become the best American man in tennis.

U.S. Open 2016: Madison Keys faces another test in Caroline Wozniacki

Fourth-round play begins Sunday at Flushing Meadows, where the best U.S. woman tennis player not named Williams will be in action.

U.S. Open 2016: Record 307th Slam win has Serena Williams in Round of 16

A third-round victory gives Serena the most singles match victories in women's tennis history.

U.S. Open 2016: Nick Kyrgios gets another chance to tame the beast

Talented and tempermental, Australia's Nick Kyrgios is 21 and could soon join the ranks of men's tennis elite players.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena, Venus Williams due to play; Simona Halep up early

Third-round play at Flushing Meadows continues to cull the field.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams ties record with 306th grand slam match win

As she continues her bid for a record 23rd major title, the world No. 1 was untroubled by Vania King at Flushing Meadows on Thursday.

Mike Tyson accused of stealing ice cream bar at U.S. Open

The former heavyweight boxing champion reportedly lifted a freezer lid, took out a $5.50 bar and walked off.

U.S. Open 2016: Steve Johnson faces threat in wake of Milos Raonic upset

Resurgent former champion Juan del Potro is Steve Johnson's second-round opponent, and a difficult one. Check out Day 4's schedule at Flushing Meadows.

U.S. Open 2016: With Serena Williams in action, next big upset awaits

Day 4 of the U.S. Open follows the ouster of Garbine Muguruza, one of the players who make surprising exits in the second round. Here's the schedule.

U.S. Open tennis 2016: American Ryan Harrison pulls upset over ailing Milos Raonic

An American upstart makes the biggest splash on a day Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal advance to the third round.

U.S. Open tennis 2016: Garbine Muguruza upset in second round

Garbine Muguruza's poor form continued, but Angelique Kerber progressed to the U.S. Open third round.

U.S. Open 2016: John Isner advances with another long, long victory

Four sets on Wednesday, after five on Monday. Hey, John Isner isn't close to his record match ... remember Wimbledon in 2010? Yeah, that's long.

Wimbledon champion Pat Cash on staying happy and motivated

U.S. Open 2016: American women lose early in second round; live scoreboard

No luck for Lauren Davis, who like compatriot Christina McHale is eliminated.

U.S. women get U.S. Open's second round under way; times, matches listed

Christina McHale is an early starter among the Americans.

U.S. Open 2016: Men's Round 2 starts; John Isner, Milos Raonic play

No. 1 seed Novak Djokovic also is scheduled for a second-round match. Get the complete schedule.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams shows no effects of shoulder injury in first-round win

Looking pain-free, Serena Williams recorded a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Ekaterina Makarova at Flushing Meadows.

U.S. Open 2016: Juan Martin del Potro extends Olympic feel-good story in Flushing Meadows return

Fresh of his silver medal in Rio, del Potro joined big names Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka with opening-round wins at Flushing Meadows.

U.S. Open 2016: Muguruza avoids near upset, Kerber coasts through on Day 1

French Open champion Garbine Muguruza was given a scare on day one of the U.S. Open, but Angelique Kerber was never in any trouble.

Maria Sharapova just interned for the NBA

Maria Sharapova, who is serving a two-year suspension from tennis, just completed a three-day internship with the NBA in Manhattan.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams' sore shoulder 'a little better'

Time off after losing at the Rio Olympics should help but Serena Williams begins a long, hard competition at Flushing Meadows.

U.S. Open 2016: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal nursing wrist injuries

Wrist injuries hamper two of the world's top-ranked players as they head into the first round at Flushing Meadows.

Pam Shriver sees Serena Williams winning U.S. Open title

After losing in 2015's semifinals, Serena Williams is again the woman to beat, tennis analyst Pam Shriver says.

U.S. Open 2016: Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic now know first opponents

Friday sees the draw for the year's final tennis Grand Slam tournament. Play begins Monday.

2016 U.S. Open begins Aug. 29; what you need to know before play begins

Seeds are set, the draw will be done on Aug. 26 and the year's final major tennis tournament will roar to life at the USTA facility in New York. Get ready.

Serena Williams named U.S. Open top seed for fifth time

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic enter the final Grand Slam of 2016 as top seeds.

Serena Williams' withdrawal from Cincinnati could cost her No. 1 ranking

A shoulder injury has forced Serena Williams to withdraw from the WTA Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati.

​Rio Olympics 2016: Venus Williams deprived of fifth gold medal with loss in mixed doubles

Jack Sock and Bethanie Mattek-Sands defeated Rajeev Ram and Venus Williams in an all-American mixed-doubles gold medal match Sunday in Rio.

Rio Olympics 2016: Ekaterina Makarova, Elena Vesnina take doubles gold for Russia

Martina Hings missed out on gold in her first Olympics since 1996 when Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina won the doubles for Russia.

Rio Olympics 2016: Monica Puig wins Puerto Rico's first-ever gold medal

History was made at the Rio Tennis Centre as Puig shocked Angelique Kerber at the Olympic Games.

Rio Olympics 2016: Steve Johnson, Jack Sock give U.S. bronze in tennis

Defending Olympic champions Bob and Mike Bryan didn't make the trip to Rio, but the U.S. came away with a medal nonetheless.

Rio Olympics 2016: USA's Madison Keys falls in tennis semis, will play for bronze

Germany's Angelique Kerber will face Monica Puig in the women's singles final Saturday after a superb display of returning against Keys.

Rio Olympics 2016: Serena Williams dodges reporters after surprise early exit

Defending champion Serena Williams praised Elina Svitolina after being sent packing in the women's singles at the Olympics.

Rio Olympics 2016: Serena Williams upset, will leave Brazil without medal

The world's top-ranked player self-destructed in the second set and fell to the 21-year-old Ukrainian Elina Svitolina.

Rio Olympics 2016: Williams sisters suffer first Olympics doubles loss

Venus and Serena Williams had never lost an Olympic doubles match before Sunday.

Rio Olympics 2016: Serena Williams fires up defense with Daria Gavrilova win

World No. 1 Serena Williams had few concerns against Daria Gavrilova as she began her Olympic defense with a straight-sets win.

Rio Olympics 2016: Venus Williams upset in first-round match

The American won the first set but couldn't hold on against Belgium's Kirsten Flipkens.

Serena Williams can join U.S. Olympic greats in Rio, Pam Shriver says

Serena Williams has already won four Olympic golds, and Pam Shriver expects her to win the singles title if she is close to at her best.

Rio Olympics 2016: Andy Murray to carry flag for Great Britain at opening ceremony

The 2012 gold medalist Andy Murray will be the first tennis player to take on the role for Great Britain.

2016 Rio Olympics: Bryan brothers, U.S. doubles champs, won't compete

Bob and Mike Bryan are defending Olympic doubles champions. They says they will put their families' safety first.

Genie dreams of Rio: Bouchard carries golden hopes to 2016 Olympic Games

After wrestling with health and safety concerns, Genie Bouchard is go for Rio.

Rafael Nadal on course for Rio Olympics

The former gold medallist is intensifying his training so he can be ready for the Olympic Games after a wrist injury.

Roger Federer to miss Rio Olympics, remainder of 2016 with injury

There will be no Olympic singles gold medal for Roger Federer, after the Swiss master was ruled out of Rio 2016 and the rest of the season.

Serena Williams pulls out of Rogers Cup with shoulder injury

With the Olympic Games fast approaching, Serena Williams will miss the Rogers Cup in order to rest her injured shoulder.

Milos Raonic withdraws from Olympics over Zika fears

Fears over the Zika virus have led to Milos Raonic withdrawing from the Rio Olympic Games.

U.S. Open ups the ante with richest purse in tennis history

The U.S. Open is now offering tennis' largest purse in the sport's history.

Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray triumphs, with sneers, snark washing up

Boo the prime minister? Where's that usual upper-class celebrity and British reserve? Sights, scenes and celebrities on a special day at Wimbledon.

Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray sweeps Milos Raonic for men's title

Andy Murray wins his second Wimbledon championship in three sets.

Wimbledon 2016: Milos Raonic challenges Andy Murray for men's title

Track the scoring as Canada's Milos Raonic and Britain's Andy Murray play for Wimbledon glory.

Arya Stark makes stunning appearance at Wimbledon

Maisie Williams may play an assassin-in-training on "Game of Thrones," but in reality she's still just a 19-year-old woman.

Wimbledon 2016: Hail Serena Williams, the conquering hero and champion

There she stands, Serena Williams, with 22 Grand Slam championships and seven Wimbledon titles. Admire her for what she did, how she reacted and the great and resilient player she once again proves to be.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams' quest for 22nd Grand Slam title complete

In a magnificent match, Serena Williams gets revenge on Angelique Kerber, who beat her in the Australian Open, and matches Steffi Graf's total for major titles.

Wimbledon 2016: Who wins? Serena Williams, Angelique Kerber will deliver

It's as good a women's final as we can want, as mighty Serena and aspiring Angelique battle it out on Centre Court.

Wimbledon 2016: Milos Raonic credits John McEnroe in Grand Slam breakthrough

Talented and temperamental as a tennis brat, John McEnroe helps Canada's Milos Raonic hone his grass-court game. Hello, men's final against Andy Murray.

Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray will face Canada's Milos Raonic for title

Andy Murray blows past Tomas Berdych for a chance at his second Wimbledon championship.

Wimbledon 2016: Canada's Milos Raonic defeats Roger Federer, makes final

It's the first time a Canadian man has competed for a Wimbledon championship.

Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray, Roger Federer, Milos Raonic play for finals

Friday's men's semifinals includes Canada's best player, a legend on a quest and Britain's hero. Track the action.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams powers way to championship match

Elena Vesnina is no match for defending champion Serena Williams in the semifinals of Wimbledon.

Power 5 conferences propose giving athletes more time off

Among the proposals: 21 more days off during the academic year and an eight-hour block of time each night free from athletic activities.

Kerber denies all-Williams final

Venus Williams gets derailed in her bid to face sister Serena in Saturday's title match.

Review: Ahead of NFL games, Twitter tests live-streaming at Wimbledon

Twitter will live-stream Thursday Night Football games in the near future, and provided us a look at what they are working with so far.

Wimbledon 2016: Roger Federer, two sets down, rallies to reach semifinals

Marin Cilic looked set to waltz into a first Wimbledon semifinal, but Roger Federer showed great heart to come from behind and win.

Raonic ends Querrey fairytale

Sam Querrey's best showing at a grand slam came to end on Wednesday as Milos Raonic booked his Wimbledon semi-final place.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams rolls into semifinals

The defending champion remains on track for a matchup with her older sister in the final at the All England Club.

Wimbledon 2016: Venus Williams reaches first Grand Slam semi since 2010

Five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams is into her first semifinal at SW19 since 2009 after seeing off Yaroslava Shvedova.

Wimbledon 2016: Williams sisters march on to quarterfinals

Serena and Venus Williams each won Monday at Wimbledon to continue their trajectory toward a possible fifth finals meeting.

Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray, Roger Federer clear fourth round with ease

Four players eased into the men's quarterfinals at Wimbledon on Monday, while others had to work harder for their places in the last eight.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams blows past Svetlana Kuznetsova

The top seed turned up the heat under the roof of Centre Court on Monday.

Wimbledon 2016: Graceful Roger Federer too good for American Steve Johnson

With Novak Djokovic eliminated from his side of the draw, Federer is a good bet to reach the final as he seeks his eighth Wimbledon win.

Serena Williams: Christina McHale made me realize I can play better

Annika Beck is no match for Serena Williams at Wimbledon and the defending champion says Christina McHale is the reason why.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams wins in rare 'middle Sunday' competition

Rain delays force the All England Club to play on its scheduled off day for only the fourth time.

Wimbledon 2016: Did injury bring Novak Djokovic's downfall?

Novak Djokovic says he was "overpowered" by American player Sam Querrey, but there are undertones.

Williams fined $10K

The sanction stems from Williams' second-round victory over Christina McHale at Centre Court on Friday.

Querrey dethrones Djokovic

It's one of the biggest shocks in Wimbledon history: Novak Djokovic hadn't lost a Grand Slam match in 13 months ... until Sam Querrey OK's him in the second rounds.

Wimbledon 2016: Sam Querrey up two sets on Novak Djokovic before rain

The American played two stunning sets of tennis to put Djokovic on the brink of a shocking Wimbledon exit before the weather intervened.

Wimbledon 2016: Out-of-sorts Serena Williams labors into third round

Williams was far from her best, but dug deep to overcome an impressive Christina McHale on Friday.

Serena Williams takes out frustration on her racket — and cameraman

Williams was not pleased after dropping the first set against Christina McHale.

Wimbledon 2016: Juan Martin Del Potro marks emotional return, upsets Stan Wawrinka

Juan Martin del Potro made a winning return to Centre Court as he knocked fourth seed Stan Wawrinka out of Wimbledon.

Wimbledon 2016: No. 2 seed Garbine Muguruza first giant upset victim

Jana Cepelova completes her second huge early knockout in two years by taking down Garbine Muguruza, the French Open winner.

Novak Djokovic revels in record-breaking win at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic set another record Wednesday as his straight-sets win over Adrian Mannarino made it 30 straight grand slam wins.

Roger Federer can't help but marvel at Marcus Willis' 'gold' underdog story

As he took on Marcus Willis at Wimbledon, Roger Federer said he was thinking: "This is definitely one of the matches I'll remember."

Wimbledon 2016: Seeded players continue march into Grand Slam fortnight

Novak Djokovic and other top seeds win early matches at Wimbledon, but few are as long and arduous and the five-set whooper won by American Sam Querrey.

Wimbledon 2016: Showers impact matches; Eugenie Bouchard playing

Updates and results from Wimbledon.

Serena Williams: 'Sad' seeing athletes dodge Olympics in Zika scare

She understands why athletes don't want to take the risk, but Serena Williams laments competitions' decision to skip Rio.

Maria Sharapova plans on taking classes at Harvard during ban

Maria Sharapova will be at a two-week program at Harvard this summer.

Wimbledon 2016 live scoreboard, bracket, matches on men's and women's side

Need live scores from Wimbledon 2016? Follow along with all the winners on our live scoreboard, and view the full bracket for the men's and women's side.

Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams made to work for opening win

It was not a vintage performance from Williams on Tuesday, but the defending champion was able to progress to round two.

Ivanovic to rest ahead of Rio 2016

After suffering with a wrist problem during her Wimbledonexit, the former world No. 1 confirmed she won't play again until Rio Games.

French Open champ Garbine Muguruza survives first-round Wimbledon scare

Italian outsider Camila Giorgi gave second-seeded Garbine Muguruza a stern test in the opening match of her Wimbledon campaign.

The world No. 1 and top seed had to work in the second set but was a cut above Center Court first-timer James Ward of Britain.

Wimbledon 2016: Novak Djokovic favored, but don't count out Roger Federer

Wimbledon's fortnight starts June 27.

At Wimbledon 2016, Novak Djokovic ascendant, Serena Williams in decline

A year ago, Novak Djokovic won at Wimbledon to start a run of four Grand Slam titles. Serena Williams hasn't won a major since then. The world's best are back at different stages.

Wimbledon 2016: First-round matches set for American, Canadian players

Sloane Stephens is among seeded players ready for the year's third Grand Slam tennis tournament. Here's who North America's best face.

Wimbledon 2016 men's draw: Novak Djokovic to begin defense against James Ward

All-conquering world No. 1 Novak Djokovic has been placed in the same half of the Wimbledon draw as Roger Federer and Milos Raonic.

Wimbledon 2016 women's draw: Top-seeded Serena Williams to start against qualifier

The two women who have won Grand Slam titles in 2016, Garbine Muguruza and Angelique Kerber, are in the same half of the Wimbledon draw.

Ahead of Wimbledon 2016, Nike brings too-short tennis skirts in for remake

With the length of T-shirts, Nike's skirts are deemed too short and will be fixed for the 20 players affected.

Wimbledon 2016: Victoria Azarenka withdraws because of knee injury

Azarenka has not recovered from an injury in the first round at the French Open.

Wimbledon 2016: Garbine Muguruza No. 2 seed after French Open triumph

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic are the top seeds, with play set to begin Monday at the All England Club.

Novak Djokovic happy to enter Wimbledon with career Slam in hand

The all-conquering Novak Djokovic is relishing a return to Grand Slam action next week.

Andy Murray makes history with comeback win at Queen's

Milos Raonic appeared set to triumph at Queen's on Sunday, but a stunning fight from Andy Murray saw the Briton make history.

Maria Sharapova formally appeals 2-year drug suspension

The five-time Grand Slam champion has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Nadal out of Wimbledon

The two-time champion will not play at Wimbledon as he continues his recovery from a left wrist injury suffered at the French Open.

Nike to resume work with banned Maria Sharapova

After suspending its relationship with Maria Sharapova in March, Nike will resume work with the Russian, despite her two-year ban.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi world's highest-paid athletes for 2016

LeBron James comes in third behind the soccer stars on the annual list released by Forbes.

Maria Sharapova banned two years for doping

The five-time Grand Slam champion was provisionally suspended by the ITF in March after testing positive for meldonium in Melbourne.

Novak Djokovic into French Open final with eye on first title

Djokovic was a class apart against Dominic Thiem as he moved just one victory away from claiming an elusive first title at Roland Garros.

French Open 2016: Serena Williams confirms injury 'issues' ahead of final

She did not look comfortable in her semifinal win over Kiki Bertens, but Serena Williams remains on course to retain her French Open title.

Williams through to last four

Defending champ Serena Williams comes from a set down and a break down in the second to move into the semfinals at Roland Garros.

French Open 2016: Masterful Novak Djokovic cruises into semifinals

The world's top-ranked player moves a step closer to his first career title at Roland Garros.

Serena Williams demolishes Elina Svitolina at Roland Garros

Serena Williams could have hardly asked for a more satisfactory fourth-round match at Roland Garros, as Elina Svitolina was brushed aside.

French Open 2016: Rain washes out Monday schedule

Continued rainfall prevented any play at Roland Garros on Monday, with Novak Djokovic among those kept waiting to play in the fourth round.

Tennis players exchange coldest handshake you will ever see

After Tatjana Maria thought Alize Cornet stalled with cramps in her winning French Open match, the post-match handshake was less than friendly.

Rafael Nadal withdraws from French Open because of wrist injury

There will be no Roland Garros championship for Rafael Nadal in 2016. The King of Clay quits the tournament because of a bum wrist.

Victoria Azarenka, Angelique Kerber bow out of French Open in first round; Serena rolls

Victoria Azarenka and Angelique Kerber are done after their first matches at Roland Garros.

Nothing says 'rain' like French Open vs. Wimbledon roof Twitter spat

Another wet day in Paris saw Roland Garros attract some good-natured criticism from an unexpected source.

Williams to face Rybarikova

Djokovic begins the French Open against Yen-Hsun Lu, while Williams takes on Magdalena Rybarikova.

Federer pulls out of French Open

Fitness problems have ruled Roger Federer out of the French Open.

Serena Williams' dog food diet illness doesn't stop her from winning

After quelling a digestive system rebellion, Serena consumes her opponent. Lesson learned.

Roger Federer in doubt for French Open; injury, fitness top concerns

Roger Federer's helath problems could see him miss Roland Garros for the first time since 1998.

Ball boy collapses during Venus Williams match at Italian Open

A ball boy passed out early into Venus Williams’ first-round match at the Italian Open on Monday, which was played in about 86-degree heat.

Serena Williams makes surprise appearance in Beyonce's 'Lemonade' video

Serena Williams twerking next to Beyonce?

John Isner says he will skip Rio Olympics

The only American man ranked in the singles top 25 will focus on events closer to home this summer.

Tennis ball boy's face-plant is terrible and hilarious

Be a ball boy, they said. It will be fun, they said.

Novak Djokovic defeated in Monte Carlo; second loss of 2016

Novak Djokovic's other defeat came after he retired from a match in February following the first set.

Meldonium users' suspensions could be lifted, anti-doping agency says

WADA is conducting research to determine how long meldonium remains in athletes' bodies, with the prospect of bans being overturned.

Serena Williams provides the perfect twerking tutorial

Remember Serena Williams' simple steps for twerking success.

Andy Murray bows out of Miami Open in third round

Grigor Dimitrov earned a fourth-round appearance at the expense of world No. 2 Andy Murray.

Serena Williams stunned in Miami as bid for fourth straight title ends

Svetlana Kuznetsova hadn't beaten the world's top-ranked player since 2009 but she rolled through the final two sets Monday.

Rafael Nadal makes surprise exit from Miami Open

There will be no maiden Miami Open title for Rafael Nadal after the Spaniard retired from his match with Damir Dzumhur in the final set.

Nadal forced out of Miami Open

Rafael Nadal leaves the court after consulting a medic during the third set.

Comeback delayed: Roger Federer out of Miami Open with stomach virus

Fans will have to wait to see Roger Federer play for the first time since surgery after the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic clarifies comments on prize money equality amid backlash

Novak Djokovic took to social media to clarify comments that have disappointed some on the WTA Tour.

Raymond Moore quits Indian Wells post after making sexist remarks about women's players

Raymond Moore has resigned from his positions after saying female players "ride the coattails" of male stars.

ATP chief slams Indian Wells CEO's 'disparaging' comments about women

Chris Kermode responds to claims by Raymond Moore that female players ride the coattails of the men's stars.

Serena Williams slams Indian Wells CEO for controversial comments

Indian Wells chief executive Raymond Moore sparked furor with negative comments on women's tennis, and Serena Williams was unimpressed.

Indian Wells CEO Raymond Moore unloads on women's tennis with awful opinions

Raymond Moore, the CEO of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, had some very awful thoughts on women's tennis.

Roger Federer plans return from knee injury at Miami Open

Having not played since the Australian Open, Federer will return from a knee injury this month.

John McEnroe not buying Maria Sharapova's story on drug ban

McEnroe said Sharapova's insistence that she was unaware meldonium had been added to the banned list is "hard to believe."

Maria Sharapova pens defensive Facebook post, denies receiving warnings

After her positive drugs test, Maria Sharapova denied being warned multiple times about meldonium being added to WADA's prohibited list.

Maria Sharapova pens letter thanking fans for support

Former world No. 1 and five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova thanked her fans Wednesday.

'Used by Maria Sharapova' appears in sales pitch of controversial drug

An online company is using Maria Sharapova's name to sell meldonium after she admitted using the product and failing a drug test.

Nike suspends relationship with Maria Sharapova after failed drug test

Maria Sharapova stunned the sporting world Monday by announcing she failed a drug test in Melbourne earlier this year.

Former tennis star Jennifer Capriati crushes Maria Sharapova for failed drug test

Hall of Famer Jennifer Capriati was "extremely angry and disappointed" to hear Maria Sharapova announce she had failed a drug test at the Australian Open.

Maria Sharapova does not know when and if she'll play again

Former world No. 1 Maria Sharapova failed a drug test at the Australian Open, she said Monday.

Maria Sharapova's future in jeopardy following emergency press conference

Maria Sharapova held a press conference to announce she failed a drug test at the Australian Open.

Bud Collins, sportswriter-turned-TV tennis analyst, dies at 86

Collins, 86, set the pattern for modern journalists by parlaying his newspaper skills into a television gig that brought renown.

Serena Williams bails out of second consecutive tournament with flu

A sick Williams pulled out of Dubai this week and she'll skip the Qatar Open next week, too.

The 15 most riveting tennis matches that all fans should know

If you want to become a bigger fan, sample these classics (1980 to present), which are readily available online, on DVD and in other formats.

Roger Federer has knee surgery; joint injured after Australian Open

The 17-time Grand Slam champion was injured the day after his Australian Open semifinal loss to Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic eyeing Roger Federer's Grand Slam record

Federer's record 17 Grand Slam titles appears to be within the reach of Djokovic, who said: "It is in the back of my mind."

Australian Open 2016: Humble Novak Djokovic revels in historic title

Djokovic adds an 11th Grand Slam to his collection by defeating Andy Murray in the Australian Open final.

Australian Open 2016: Andy Murray laments errors in latest final loss

After losing the Australian Open final for a fifth time, Murray pointed to his own mistakes against Novak Djokovic.

Australian Open 2016: Novak Djokovic downs Andy Murray for sixth title

​For the fourth time in the Australian Open final, Djokovic beat Murray to maintain his status as king of Melbourne.

Andy Murray beats Milos Raonic, sets up Novak Djokovic title rematch

A year after meeting in the Australian Open final, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic will do it all again Sunday at Melbourne Park.

Serena Williams playing her best tennis heading into Australian Open final

In a scary sign for her rivals, Serena Williams thinks she is in her best grand slam form in a year at the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic outclasses Roger Federer to reach Aussie final

Defending champion Novak Djokovic advanced to a sixth final in Melbourne as Roger Federer was left searching for his first slam since 2012.

Australian Open 2016: Angelique Kerber to meet Serena Williams in maiden major final

German No. 7 seed Angelique Kerber ended Johanna Konta's fairytale run in the Australian Open semifinals on Thursday.

Serena Williams' opponent marvels at performance: 'There was just no mistake'

Agnieszka Radwanska admitted she was powerless against a dominant Serena Williams in the Australian Open semifinal Thursday.

Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams coasts to seventh career final

World No. 1 Serena Williams blasted Agnieszka Radwanska in a semifinal match at the Australian Open.

Venus Williams agrees to end Indian Wells boycott

Both Williams sisters will play at Indian Wells after Venus decided to play there for the first time in 15 years.

Australian Open 2016: Andy Murray, Milos Raonic set semifinal matchup

Murray and Raonic will meet with a place in the final up for grabs after each won in four sets on Wednesday.

Australian Open 2016: Federer looms large for Djokovic in semis

With 27 major singles titles between them, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer will meet in a blockbuster Australian Open semifinal.

Tennis officials announce review of Integrity Unit as part of anti-corruption fight

An independent review headed by a sports law expert has been set up to review how tennis deals with corruption.

Novak Djokovic to face Roger Federer after cruising to semifinals

Defending Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic booked a semifinal with Roger Federer by beating Kei Nishikori in straight sets.

Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams makes it 18 straight over Maria Sharapova

For the 18th consecutive time, Serena Williams proved too good for Maria Sharapova. The victory moved Williams into the Australian Open women's semifinals.

Azarenka reveals love for Manning

Azarenka, a huge Peyton Manning fan, asked about the Broncos-Patriots score immediately after her Australian Open match Monday.

Andy Murray reaches Aussie quarterfinals; Stan Wawrinka dumped

Second seed Andy Murray booked an Australian Open quarter-final with David Ferrer after a 6-4 6-4 7-6 (7-4) win over Bernard Tomic.

Tennis authorities respond to new match-fixing suspicions raised at Australian Open

After allegations of suspected match-fixing at the Australian Open, Tennis Australia said it would keep working with authorities.

Roger Federer cruises into Australian Open quarterfinals

Tomas Berdych awaits Roger Federer in the next round after the 17-time grand slam champion accounted for David Goffin.