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US Open 2022: Draws, dates, prize money and everything you need to know

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The Hologic WTA Tour heads to New York for the final Slam of the season at the US Open. The fortnight promises to be a memorable one, as Emma Raducanu will try to defend her historic title, Serena Williams is set to play her final tournament and a host of contenders will be primed to make their mark on the biggest court in the world. 

Here's what you need to know:

When does the tournament start?

The US Open is the fourth and final leg of the Grand Slam season. Played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York, the tournament features a 128-player singles draw, 64-team doubles draw, and 32-team mixed doubles draw. The tournament is played on outdoor hard courts and the women will use the Wilson US Open Regular Duty ball. 

Main draw play begins on Monday, Aug. 29 and runs for two weeks. 

When are the finals? 

The singles final will be played on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 4:00 p.m. ET

The doubles final will be played on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 12:00 p.m.

The mixed doubles final will be played on either Friday, Sept. 9 or Saturday, Sept. 10. 

Who are the top seeds?

• Iga Swiatek
• Anett Kontaveit
• Maria Sakkari
• Paula Badosa
• Aryna Sabalenka
• Simona Halep
• Jessica Pegula
• Garbiñe Muguruza
• Daria Kasatkina
• Emma Raducanu
• Belinda Bencic
• Leylah Fernandez
• Beatriz Haddad Maia
• Jelena Ostapenko

Who are the defending champions?

Emma Raducanu made history last year, becoming the first Slam qualifier in the history of the sport to go on and win the title. Raducanu defeated Maria Sakkari in the semifinals and defeated Leylah Fernandez 6-4, 6-3 in the final to win her first major. 

Raducanu playing with freedom ahead of US Open title defense

In doubles, Sam Stosur and Zhang Shuai defeated Coco Gauff and Caty McNally to win their second major title as a team. 

Desirae Krawczyk and Joe Salisbury won the mixed doubles. Krawczyk became the first player in 15 years to win three consecutive mixed doubles titles. 

What does the draw look like?

US Open main draw. Notable 1R matches: Serena Williams vs. Danka Kovinic Naomi Osaka vs. Danielle Collins Emma Raducanu vs. Alizé Cornet Venus Williams vs. Alison Van Uytvanck #USOpen pic.twitter.com/rwhg5ni9Du — WTA Insider (@WTA_insider) August 25, 2022

Draw analysis: Serena to face Kovinic in first round

What is the prize money and ranking points on offer?

First round: $80,000/10 points Second round: $121,00070 points Third round: $188,000/130 points Round of 16: $278,000/240 points Quarterfinals: $445,000/430 points Semifinals: $705,000/780 points Final: $1.3 million/1,300 points Champion: $2.6 million/2,000 points

Key storylines

Serena Williams is playing her final tournament: Earlier this month, the 23-time major champion and six-time US Open champion announced she would hang up her racquets after the US Open . Her opening round match in New York will be her fifth match of the season. She earned her first win in more than a year a the National Bank Open in Toronto, where she defeated Nuria Parrizas Diaz in straight sets. She comes into the US Open off a 6-4, 6-0 loss to defending champion Emma Raducanu.

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Emma Raducanu under pressure: Raducanu comes into New York off a confidence-boosting week at the Western & Southern Open, where she beat Williams and Victoria Azarenka. She's defending 2,040 points, but she has already acknowledged she's looking forward to life after the US Open . Anything short of a title defense will see her ranking drop, but that's not necessarily a bad thing for Raducanu. As she's said, she's keen for a clean slate.

Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff lead the American charge: Pegula and Gauff have had strong summers, with Pegula making back-to-back quarterfinals in Toronto and Cincinnati and Gauff posting strong wins to make back-to-back quarterfinals in San Jose and Toronto. The duo also sit at No.3 on the Porsche Race to the WTA Finals Doubles Leaderboard after capturing their second WTA 1000 title of the season in Toronto. 

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Three former champions to watch : Naomi Osaka, Bianca Andreescu and Sloane Stephens know how to win in New York. While their results over the US Open Series haven't stood out on paper, there have been signs that a deep run could be coming. Andreescu did well to make the quarterfinals of her home tournament in Toronto, while Stephens has shown good form in some tight losses. 

Iga Swiatek is playing the long game

Simona Halep and Caroline Garcia primed for a run : Halep has won majors on the natural surfaces but has yet to crack through at a hard-court Slam. Given the focus and form that vaulted her to the Toronto title , that could change this year. Meanwhile, Garcia flourished in the quick conditions in Cincinnati, becoming the first qualifier to ever win a WTA 1000 title , beating three Top 10 players along the way. 

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Famous Tennis Tournaments: A Guide to the Most Prestigious Events in the Sport

Tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world, with millions of fans tuning in to watch the biggest tournaments every year. From the Grand Slam events to smaller, lesser-known competitions on various tours, there are plenty of opportunities for players to showcase their skills and compete for glory. In this article, we will explore some of the most famous tennis tournaments that have captured the hearts and imaginations of fans around the globe.

These tournaments are known for their rich history, stunning locations, and the incredible athletes who have competed in them over the years. We will take a closer look at the Grand Slam events, including the Australian Open, French Open , Wimbledon, and US Open, as well as other well-known competitions like the BNP Paribas Open and the ATP Finals. We will also explore the different types of tennis courts used in these tournaments and the key players who have dominated the sport over the years.

Grand Slam Tournaments

As tennis enthusiasts, we all know that the Grand Slam tournaments are the most prestigious events in the tennis world. These tournaments are also known as majors, and they are the four most important annual professional tennis events. They offer the most ranking points, prize money, public and media attention, the greatest strength and size of field, and the longest matches for men (best of five sets , best of three for the women).

The four Grand Slam tournaments are the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon Championships, and the US Open. These tournaments are held annually, and they are played on different surfaces. The Australian Open is played on hard courts, the French Open is played on clay courts, Wimbledon is played on grass courts, and the US Open is played on hard courts.

The French Open , also known as Roland Garros, is held annually in Paris, France. It is the second Grand Slam tournament of the year, and it is played on clay courts. The French Open is known for its red clay courts, which are slower than other surfaces, making it more challenging for players to move quickly and hit winners. The tournament is also known for its long matches and unpredictable upsets.

The Australian Open is held annually in Melbourne, Australia. It is the first Grand Slam tournament of the year, and it is played on hard courts. The Australian Open is known for its hot weather, which can sometimes exceed 40°C, making it challenging for players to stay hydrated and focused.

Wimbledon Championships is held annually in London, England. It is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, and it is played on grass courts. Wimbledon is known for its strict dress code, which requires players to wear all-white clothing. The tournament is also known for its traditional snacks, such as strawberries and cream.

The US Open is held annually in New York City, United States. It is the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, and it is played on hard courts. The US Open is known for its lively atmosphere and night matches, which provide a unique experience for players and fans alike.

Overall, the Grand Slam tournaments are the most important events in the tennis world. They attract the best players from around the world, and they provide a platform for players to showcase their skills and compete for the ultimate prize in tennis. I still believe that ask any player what they want and they would put one of the grand slams at the top of their list.  It is still the biggest prize in the game.

Famous Tennis Tournaments

When it comes to professional tennis, there are a number of tournaments that stand out above the rest. These tournaments are considered the highest level of competition and attract the best players from around the world. In this section, we will take a closer look at some of the most famous tennis tournaments.

Masters Series

The Masters Series, also known as the ATP Masters, is a series of nine tournaments that are considered to be the most prestigious events in men’s tennis after the four Grand Slam tournaments. These tournaments include the Miami Open, the Indian Wells Masters, the Monte-Carlo Masters, the Madrid Open, the Italian Open, the Canadian Open, the Cincinnati Masters, the Shanghai Masters, and the Paris Masters. The

The Masters Series tournaments are played on different surfaces, including hard court, clay, and grass, and offer significant prize money and ranking points. The tournaments are also known for their high-quality fields, with the world’s top players competing for the title.

Other Notable Tournaments

In addition to the Masters Series, there are a number of other notable tournaments in professional tennis. These tournaments include the BNP Paribas Open, the Southern Open, and the WTA Finals.

The BNP Paribas Open, also known as the Indian Wells Masters, is a hard court tournament held annually in California. The tournament is known for its large crowds and high-profile matches, and is considered one of the most important events on the tennis calendar and the unofficial ‘fifth’ major tournament.

The Southern Open, held annually in Cincinnati, Ohio, is another important tournament on the tennis tour. The tournament is played on hard courts and attracts many of the world’s top players. The event has a long history, dating back to 1899, and is known for its festive atmosphere and high-quality tennis.

Finally, the WTA Finals is an annual tournament that brings together the top eight women’s singles players and doubles teams in the world. The tournament is held at the end of the season and offers significant prize money and ranking points. The event is known for its high-quality matches and intense competition.

In conclusion, these are just a few of the many famous tennis tournaments that exist in the world of professional tennis. Whether you are a fan of men’s or women’s tennis, there are many exciting events to look forward to.

Tennis Courts and Locations

When it comes to tennis, the location and court surface play a significant role in the game’s outcome. There are three main types of tennis court surfaces: hard courts, grass courts, and clay courts.

Hard courts are the most common type of tennis court and are made of asphalt or concrete with a thin layer of acrylic. They provide a fast and predictable bounce, making them suitable for aggressive players. Some of the most famous hard court tournaments include the US Open, held in New York City at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, and the BNP Paribas Open, held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California.

Grass courts are the fastest type of tennis court and provide a low and unpredictable bounce. They require a different style of play, with players having to adjust their footwork and shots accordingly. The most famous grass court tournament is Wimbledon, held in late June and early July at the All England Club in London.

Clay courts are made of crushed brick, shale, or stone and provide a slower and higher bounce. They require a more defensive style of play, with players having to slide and hit with topspin. The most famous clay court tournament is the French Open, held in late May and early June at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris.

Apart from these three main types of tennis courts, there are also other surfaces like carpet, which has been phased out of professional tennis, and the red clay courts at Monte Carlo.

Tennis tournaments take place in different cities around the world. The US Open and the BNP Paribas Open are held in the United States, while the Australian Open is held at Melbourne Park in Australia. The Miami Open, also known as the Miami Masters, is held annually in Key Biscayne, Florida.

The US National Championship, which later became the US Open, was originally held at the Newport Casino in Rhode Island before moving to the West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills, New York. Today, the US Open is held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York.

Overall, the location and court surface play a crucial role in the outcome of tennis matches, and each tournament offers a unique experience for players and fans alike.

Key Players and Champions

When it comes to tennis, there are a few names that immediately come to mind. We’re talking about the likes of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Roger Federer. These three players have dominated the sport for years and have amassed countless titles and awards between them over the past 20 years.

Let’s start with Rafael Nadal, who is considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Nadal has won a total of 22 Grand Slam titles, putting him in second place. He’s known for his incredible athleticism and his ability to dominate on clay courts. Nadal has won a record 13 French Open titles, making him the undisputed king of clay.

Novak Djokovic is another player who has made a name for himself in the world of tennis. He’s won 24 Grand Slam titles, putting him as the stand out leader in the men’s game. Djokovic is known for his incredible consistency and his ability to dominate on all surfaces. He’s won multiple titles at each of the Grand Slam tournaments, cementing his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats.

And of course, we can’t forget about Roger Federer. Federer has won a total of 20 Grand Slam titles,. He’s known for his graceful playing style and his incredible shot-making ability. Federer has won multiple titles at each of the Grand Slam tournaments, Wimbledon his favorite surface, and has been a dominant force in the sport for over a decade.

Other notable players include Pete Sampras , Chris Evert, Andy Murray, Martina Navratilova, Venus Williams, and John McEnroe. Each of these players has left their mark on the sport in their own unique way, and their contributions cannot be overlooked.

In recent years, we’ve seen the emergence of a new crop of players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Janick Sinner, Andrev Rublev and Coco Gauff.

And let’s not forget about Margaret Court, who holds the joint record for the most Grand Slam titles in history with 24. Court dominated the sport in the 1960s and 1970s and remains one of the greatest players of all time.

Overall, the world of tennis has been blessed with some truly incredible players over the years. From the legends of the past to the stars of today, we’ve seen some truly remarkable performances on the court.

Tennis Tournaments Through the Years

Tennis has a rich history that spans over a century, and it has become a significant event in the world of sports. From the early days of lawn tennis to the current season, the sport has evolved to become one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world.

The first tennis tournament was held in Great Britain in 1877, and it was known as the Wimbledon Championship. Since then, the tournament has grown to become one of the major championships in the world of tennis. The tournament is known for its white dress code, and it is the only Grand Slam that still follows this tradition.

Over the years, many other tournaments have been established, and they have become popular among tennis fans. Some of the most prestigious tournaments include the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open. These tournaments offer large prize money and ranking points, which attract the best tennis players in the world.

In recent years, many tournaments have added retractable roofs to their courts, which allow them to play matches even in bad weather conditions. This has made the sport more accessible to fans, who can now watch matches even when it is raining.

The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) tour are the two main professional tennis organizations that organize tournaments for men and women. The ATP Finals is one of the most important events in the ATP tour, and it features the top eight singles players and doubles teams of the year.

The Davis Cup is another significant event in the world of tennis, and it is the world cup of tennis. It is a men’s team competition that is held annually, and it features teams from different countries competing against each other.

The sport of tennis has come a long way since its inception, and it continues to attract millions of fans around the world. With the Laver Cup and other women’s events gaining popularity, the world of tennis has become more diverse and exciting than ever before.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 4 major tennis tournaments.

The 5 major tennis tournaments are also known as Grand Slam tournaments. These tournaments are the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and The US Open. Each of these tournaments is held annually and attracts the world’s top tennis players.

Biggest tennis tournaments in US

The biggest tennis tournaments in the US are the US Open, Miami Open, and the Indian Wells Masters. These tournaments attract a large number of fans and are known for their high-quality tennis matches.

Tennis tournaments calendar

The tennis tournaments calendar is packed with events throughout the year. The calendar includes ATP and WTA tournaments, Grand Slam tournaments, and other major events. Fans can keep track of the tennis tournaments calendar online to stay up-to-date with the latest matches and results.

How many tennis tournaments are there in a year?

There are hundreds of tennis tournaments held each year. These tournaments are held all over the world and include both professional and amateur events. The number of tournaments varies from year to year, but there are always plenty of opportunities for tennis players to compete.

Tennis Grand Slam schedule

The tennis Grand Slam schedule includes the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. These tournaments are held annually and are considered the most prestigious events in tennis. The Grand Slam schedule is a highlight of the tennis calendar and attracts fans from all over the world.

What is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament?

Wimbledon is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. The tournament has been held annually since 1877 and is known for its traditional grass courts and strict dress code. Wimbledon is considered one of the most prestigious events in tennis and attracts the world’s top players. Interesting fact – Did you know the Men’s trophy has a pineapple engraved on it, believed to be an exotic fruit back in the 19th century.

Final Thoughts

We hope this article has given you a good overview of some of the most famous tennis tournaments around the world. From the glamour of Wimbledon to the electric atmosphere of the US Open, each tournament has its own unique character and history.

As we’ve seen, these tournaments attract the best players in the world, who compete fiercely for the coveted titles and the prize money that comes with them. The Grand Slam tournaments, in particular, are the most prestigious events in the sport, and winning one is a dream come true for any tennis player.

But it’s not just the players who make these tournaments special. The fans, too, play a crucial role in creating the atmosphere and the excitement that make these events so memorable. Whether it’s the passionate crowds at the French Open or the rowdy fans at the Australian Open, the energy and enthusiasm of the spectators are an integral part of the experience.

In conclusion, tennis is a sport that has captured the imagination of millions of people around the world, and the famous tournaments we’ve discussed in this article are a testament to its enduring popularity. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or simply curious about the sport, we hope you’ve enjoyed learning more about these iconic events.

David is the founder and chief writer at Tennis Pursuits. A tennis fanatic, David has extensive experience of the game and has reviewed 100s of products to date. He is passionate about helping others on their tennis journey.

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The 2024 tennis calendar: Every tournament, dates and results

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• 15 April 2024

The world's top tennis players gather for the 2024 season as they aim to claim glory and prize money on the tours across the world over the next twelve months.

Obviously the big focus is on the Grand Slam events - Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon Championships and the US Open - but there's loads more big tournaments to follow your favourite stars at.

Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka took the glory in the first Grand Slam of the year at the Australian Open.

You can check out all the live tennis action from across the globe by using Planet Sport's live scores and news , plus you can also have a punt before and during the tournaments with Planet Sport Bet .

April 15-21

Bucharest Open (ATP) Barcelona Open (ATP) BMW Open (ATP) Porsche Tennis Grand Prix (WTA)

April 23-May 5

Madrid Open (WTA/ATP)

Internazionali BNL d'Italia (WTA/ATP)

Geneva Open (ATP) Lyon Open (ATP) Lalla Meryem (WTA) Internationaux de Strasbourg

May 26-June 9

French Open (Grand Slam)

Nottingham Open (WTA) Libema Open (WTA/ATP) Stuttgart Open (ATP)

Queen's Club Championships (ATP) Halle Open (ATP) Birmingham Classic (WTA) Grass Court Championships (WTA)

Mallorca Championships (ATP) Bad Homburg Open (WTA) Eastbourne International (WTA) Rothesay International (ATP)

Hall of Fame Championships (ATP) Hamburg European Open (ATP) Palermo Ladies Open (WTA) Swiss Open (ATP) Swedish Open (ATP) Hungarian Grand Prix (WTA)

Livesport Prague Open (WTA) Hamburg European OPen (WTA) Atlanta Open (ATP) Croatia Open (ATP) Generali Open (ATP)

Jul 29- August 5

Washington DC Open (ATP/WTA)

August 2024

August 6-12

National Bank Open (WTA)

August 11-19

Western & Southern Open (ATP/WTA)

August 18-25

Winston-Salem Open (ATP) Monterrey Open (WTA) Cleveland Championships (WTA)

August 26-September 8

US Open (Grand Slam)

September 2024

September 9 - 15

Jasmin Open Monastir (WTA) Guadalajara Open (WTA)

September 16-23

Ningbo Open (WTA) Korea Open (WTA) Zhuhai Championships (ATP) Chengdu Open (ATP) Laver Cup (ATP)

September 25 - October 6

Japan Open (ATP) China Open (WTA/ATP)

October 2024

October 2-13

Shanghai Rolex Masters (ATP)

October 14-20

European Open (ATP) Almaty Open (ATP) BNP Paribas Nordic Open (ATP) Japan Women's Open (WTA) Zhengzhou Open (WTA)

October 21-27

Swiss Indoors Basel (ATP) Guangzhou Open (WTA) Pan Pacific Open (WTA)

October 28- November 3

Rolex Paris Masters (ATP) Jiangxi Open (WTA) Hong Kong Tennis Open (WTA)

November 2024

November 3-9

Open de Moselle (ATP) Gijon Open (ATP)

November 10-18

World Tour Finals (ATP)

December 2024

December 18-22

Next Gen ATP Finals

2024 tennis results so far:

Stefanos Tsitsipas dispatched Casper Ruud 6-1 6-4 to win his third Monte Carlo Masters title. Full report

Danielle Collins secured back-to-back WTA Tour titles when she defeated Daria Kasatkina 6-2 6-1 in the Charleston Open final on Sunday. Full report

Hubert Hurkacz overcame Pedro Martinez 6-3 6-4 in the Millennium Estoril Open final to lift his eighth ATP Tour title.

Matteo Berrettini beat Roberto Carballes Baena 7-5 6-2 in the final of the Grand Prix Hassan II to claim his first title at the event.

Ben Shelton landed his second career ATP Tour title after beating defending champion Frances Tiafoe 7-5 4-6 6-3 in the final of the US Men's Clay Court Championship.

Home favourite Camila Osorio toppled number one seed Marie Bouzkova 6-3 7-6 in the final of the Copa Colsanitas to land her second Bogota title.

March 19-30

Jannik Sinner brushed aside challenger Grigor Dimitrov to finally win the Miami Open title in Florida. Full report

Danielle Collins produced a fairytale ending to her first WTA 1000 final in her last year on tour by beating Elena Rybakina to win the Miami Open . Full report

Carlos Alcaraz survived a tense opening set to defeat Russia's Daniil Medvedev 7-6(5) 6-1 and defend his BNP Paribas Open title at Indian Wells on Sunday. Full report

World number one Iga Swiatek defeated Maria Sakkari in the BNP Paribas Open final, finishing the tournament without dropping a set. Full report

February 26-March 3

Ugo Humbert beat Alexander Bublik 6-4 6-3 in final of Dubai Tennis Championships .

Alex de Minaur made it back-to-back Mexican Open titles with victory over Casper Ruud in the Acapulco final. Full report

Sebastian Baez  won the Chile Open tournament by edging out Chilean Alejandro Tabilo 3-6, 6-0, 6-4 at Club Universidad Católica de San Carlos de Apoquindo in Santiago de Chile.

Katie Boulter won her first WTA 500 title by fighting back from a set down to defeat Marta Kostyuk 5-7 6-2 6-2 in the San Diego Open final. Full report

Yuan Yue won her first WTA Tour title after defeating Wang Xiyu 6-4 and 7-6 (4) in the women's singles final at the ATX Open in Austin, Texas

February 18-24

Jasmine Paolini claimed the biggest win of her career after beating qualifier Anna Kalinskaya 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 in the WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships final.

Karen Khachanov lifted his sixth ATP tour crown after defeating teenager Jakub Mensik in straight sets 7-6 (14-12), 6-4 at the Qatar Open .

Jordan Thompson clinched his first ATP Tour title after a surprise 6-3 7-6 (7-4) triumph over 12th-ranked Norwegian Casper Ruud in the Los Cabos final.

Sebastian Baez beat fellow countryman and qualifier Mariano Navone to claim the biggest title of his career with a 6-2, 6-1 victory in the final of ATP Rio Open .

February 12-18

Jannik Sinner beat Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-4 in the ABN AMRO Open final in Rotterdam to secure his second consecutive tournament victory. Full report

A straight sets victory over Elena RybakinaIga delivered a third successive Qatar Open title for Iga Swiatek in Doha. Full report

Young wildcard Facundo Diaz Acosta finished a magnificent run at his home Argentina Open  by beating third seed Nicolas Jarry 6-3, 6-4 to walk away with the trophy and his first ATP Tour title.

Top-seeded Taylor Fritz defeated Tommy Paul in straight sets 6-2, 6-3 to regain his Delray Beach Open crown and land his seventh ATP tour title.

February 5-11

Italian qualifier Luciano Darderi won his first ATP Tour title after beating home favourite Facundo Bagnis 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the Cordoba Open .

American Tommy Paul defeated countryman Marcos Giron 7-6(3) 5-7 6-3 to lift the Dallas Open trophy, his second ATP Tour title and first since 2021 in Stockholm.

Elena Rybakina won her second title of the season with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Daria Kasatkina in the Abu Dhabi Open .

Ugo Humbert become the seventh Frenchman to lift the Open 13 title after defeating Grigor Dimitrov 6-4, 6-3 in Marseille.

Karolina Pliskova defeats Romanian Ana Bogdan in straight sets 6-4, 6-3 to take home the 2024 Transylvania Open crown.

January 29-February 4

Alexander Bublik beat Borna Coric 5-7, 6-2, 6-3 to win the Open Sud de France for his fourth career title.

Jelena Ostapenko won her second WTA Tour title of the year after thumping Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 6-3 in the Upper Austria Ladies Linz Championship .

Nineteen-year-old Diana Shnaider captured her first WTA tour title after defeating defending champion Zhu Linz 6-3, 2-6, 6-1 in the Thailand Open .

January 14-28

Italian world No. 3 Jannik Sinner came from two sets behind to beat Daniil Medvedev in the final of the Australian Open to claim his maiden Grand Slam title. Full report

Aryna Sabalenka secured a dominant defense of her Australian Open title as she brushed aside first-time finalist Zheng Qinwen in the championship match. Full report

January 8-13

Britain’s Jack Draper missed out on a first ATP Tour title, losing to Jiri Lehecka in the final of the Adelaide International .

Jelena Ostapenko captured her seventh career title after beating Daria Kasatkina 6-3, 6-2 in the Adelaide International final.

Emma Navarro claimed her maiden WTA Tour title after beating two-time champion Elise Mertens 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 to win the Hobart International .

Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo became the first Chilean to win an ATP Tour hard-court title in 17 years after beating US-based Japanese player Taro Daniel 6-2 7-5 to claim his first ATP Tour title at the ASB Classic .

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What Are The Four Tennis Grand Slams?

There are four Grand Slam tournaments that take place annually in the world of professional tennis. These four major tournaments are the Australian Open , the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.  The Summer Olympic Games are often considered a “fifth” Grand Slam tournament, but tennis players need only win the main four in a year to achieve a Grand Slam.

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The Australian Open occurs at the end of January each year and is the first of the four yearly Grand Slam tournaments.  This tournament is played in Melbourne, Australia, at Melbourne Park.

The Australian Open dates back to 1905 (when it was called the Australasian Championship), and its current form was established in 1968. The individual winners of the 2023 Australian Open were Novak Djokovic (Men’s Singles) and Aryna Sabalenka (Women’s Singles).

The French Open (also called Roland-Garros) is played at Stade Roland-Garros in Paris, France.  It begins in late May each year and extends into early June. Stade Roland-Garros is most famous for its clay court, which is bright orange and causes balls to bounce higher than the more-commonly used grass and hardcourt surfaces of today.

The French Open was first established in 1891 as a tournament exclusive to members of French tennis clubs, but was expanded in 1925 to include all amateur players, at which point it was considered a major international tournament. The individual winners of the 2022 French Open were Rafael Nadal (Men’s Singles) and Iga Świątek (Women’s Singles).

Wimbledon takes place in London, England at the very end of June each year and concludes one to two weeks into the month of July.  The individual winners of the 2022 Wimbledon Championships were Novak Djokovic (Men’s Singles) and Elena Rybakina (Women’s Singles).

On July 9th, 1877, 22 men showed up at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to play in a tennis tournament advertised as “open to all amateurs,” who were encouraged to bring their own rackets and pay an “eleven-shilling entrance fee.” Today, each individual tournament during Wimbledon has 128 players, and the tournament’s winner is awarded over 2 million euros.

The US Open is the final Grand Slam in the calendar year, taking place from the last Monday of August to the middle of September.  This tournament was first held in 1881 in Newport, Rhode Island. Like the French Open, only club members were allowed to enter into the first years of the US Open.

The US Open became open to all amateurs by the end of the 1880s. Today, the tournament takes place at the USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens. The individual winners of the 2022 US Open were Carlos Alcaraz (Men’s Singles) and Iga Świątek (Women’s Singles).

Although there are only four annual grand slams, the tournament that takes place during the Summer Olympic Games is often called the “fifth” slam.  Tennis was part of the Olympic games from 1896 until 1924, when it was dropped.

However, the Games picked tennis back up in 1988. These days, there are five grand slams every four years. If a player wins all four slams and Olympic Gold in the same calendar year, they complete the “Golden Grand Slam.”

How many Grand Slams are there in tennis?

There are four Grand Slam tournaments in tennis: the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.  These four tournaments are played annually, in that order, and are considered the most prestigious competitions in the sport. However, the Summer Olympics, which are played every four years, are sometimes referred to as the “Fifth Slam.”

Who has the most Women’s Singles Grand Slam wins?

Margaret Court holds the record for most Grand Slam wins in Women’s Singles tennis with 24 wins.  She won the Australian Open 11 times, Wimbledon three times, the French Open five times, and the US Open five times.

Who has the most Men’s Singles Grand Slam wins?

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic currently share the record for most Grand Slam wins in men’s singles, with 22 total Grand Slam tournament wins each.  Nadal, who hails from Spain, won his first Grand Slam title at the 2005 French Open. In all, Nadal has won two Australian Opens, 14 French Opens, two Wimbledon Championships, and four US Opens. Nadal’s most recent Grand Slam wins were at the Australian and French Opens of 2022. Novak Djokovic tied Nadal with his own 22nd Grand Slam win at the 2023 Australian Open.

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By Alison Baker on July 5, 2023

The sport of tennis has been around for ages and its popularity seems to grow every year. Each season, the top tennis tournaments in the world draw in thousands of spectators who experience the incredible atmosphere surrounding these global events. These major tennis tournaments are some of the hottest tickets in sport, and offer fans the opportunity to see the world’s best tennis players live on the biggest stages. Along with the tennis action, there’s also a lot of history and tradition, unique to each tournament. If you’re wondering what are the best tennis tournaments to attend, we’ve compiled a list of nine of our favorites below.  

What are the Major Tennis Tournaments?

The 9 Major Tennis Tournaments are:

• Australian Open
• French Open
• Summer Games Tennis Tournament
• BNP Paribas Open

What are the 4 Grand Slam tennis tournaments?

The Grand Slam tournaments in tennis are:

What are the top 5 professional tennis tournaments?

Our top 5 professional tournaments in tennis are:

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Which top tennis tournament is the most prestigious?

Most people would agree that Wimbledon is the most prestigious tennis tournament . Of the four grand slam tournaments in professional tennis (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open), Wimbledon always seems to attract the most attention. It seems to be a favorite major tennis tournament of the players too; American Sam Querrey notably referred to it as the best tournament , comparing it to golf’s iconic Masters.

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Wimbledon – all england club, london (grand slam event).

It only makes sense to start the list of top tennis tournaments with the most famous (and prestigious) tennis tournament in the world. Wimbledon dates back to the year 1877 when the first tournament was played on the grass lawns of the All England Club just outside of London, England.

Wimbledon is still played on grass courts, one of many long-standing traditions of this historic tournament. Appearances by the Royal Family (and other celebrities), fresh strawberries and cream, and the famous all-white dress code are other traditions that have become associated with the tournament.

One of the four major tennis tournaments (also known as grand slams), Wimbledon takes place over two weeks in early summer. It attracts a long list of the best tennis players in the world and has hosted some of the sport’s most iconic matches on the All England Club’s famous Centre Court.

US Open – National Tennis Center, New York (Grand Slam Event)

The last Grand Slam of the season, the US Open is also the most famous professional US tennis tournament. The US Open was first played in 1881 as the US National Championship. What makes it one of the best tennis tournaments to attend? Well for starters, it offers a different and unique atmosphere than the other majors. It’s lively, fun, and exuberant, just like its host city, New York.

This top tennis tournament takes place at the US National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, NY, though many fans will stay in Manhattan and take advantage of the city’s incredible dining, shopping, and entertainment when they’re not checking out the tennis. Just like Wimbledon, you’ll find no shortage of celebrity presence at the US Open.

The US Open plays out each year in late August/early September and we think it’s the perfect way to wrap up the summer.

Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne (Grand Slam Event)

The first of the four major tennis tournaments on the calendar, the Australian Open is a bucket list event for fans around the world. It’s one of the largest sporting events in the Southern hemisphere and has taken place at Melbourne Park since 1988, though the tournament dates back to 1905.

The Australian Open is played on a hard-court surface and has been dominated by Novak Djokovic in recent years. He’s won the tournament ten times since 2008, giving him the record of most singles titles at the event .

As the first grand slam of the year, excitement is always high for this famous Melbourne tennis event and as one of the highest attended, it definitely makes the list of best tennis tournaments.

French Open – Roland Garros, Paris (Grand Slam Event)

The French Open is different from the other major tennis tournaments in that it is the only one played on clay courts. Clay is known to be a difficult surface to play on , due to the slower moving ball. Some players seem to excel on the clay, most notably Rafael Nadal , who won has an incredible fourteen French Open Championships.

One of the best parts about the French Open is the amazing city of Paris. There’s a reason it is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world . With its charming cafés, amazing food, great hotels, and stunning architecture, it makes an ideal backdrop for one of the best tennis tournaments in the world.

The 2024 French Open tennis tournament dates are May 26th to June 9th. With a history dating back 132 years, this tournament has been home to hundreds of memorable moments.

The Summer Games – Roland Garros, Paris

The Summer Games is unique in that it’s more than just a major tennis tournament. The best thing about the Summer Games tennis tournament is that fans can take in so many other incredible sporting events in one city surrounded by an incomparable atmosphere.

Tennis made its first Summer Games appearance at the inaugural event in 1896 but was later dropped in 1924. It returned in 1988 and has remained in the lineup ever since.

The 2024 Summer Games are in Paris, France from July 26 to August 11th. The Summer Games tennis tournament will be played at Roland Garros, home of the French Open. With just nine days to complete this famous tennis tournament (and players playing for national pride) the action will be intense.

When tennis fans aren’t checking out the tennis action, they can watch the best athletes in the world compete in 31 other sports or explore the incredible host country of France.

BNP Paribas Open – Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells

There are many reasons we consider the BNP Paribas Open to be one of the top tennis tournaments. The first is, of course, the tennis itself. This major tennis tournament attracts the top players in the world, and is a favorite with fans as well. It regularly draws over 400,000 fans with 441,983 fans experiencing the tournament in 2023.

Another draw of the BNP Paribas Open is its location. The tournament refers to itself as “Tennis Paradise” and it’s hard to argue that. The event takes place in Indian Wells, in the Palm Springs area of California. This stunning travel destination offers luxury resorts, world-class golf, incredible shopping and dining, high-end spas, and plenty to appease the nature lovers. It also boasts wonderful weather, the perfect spot for a late winter getaway.

ATP Finals – Pala Alpitour, Turin

The ATP Finals are another top tennis tournament. The ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) Finals date back to 1970, though it has gone through a few different names and versions since then. From 2009 to 2021 the tournament was held at O2 Stadium in London, before moving to its current location in Turin.

The ATP Finals follow a different format than the grand slams, which use a knock-out/bracket system. This event follows a group stage format. Each player is put into a group of four and plays each other player in his group. The top two from each group move on to a semi-final and then the championship final match.

WTA Finals – TBD

The professional women have their own major tournament to cap off their season. The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tour concludes with the WTA Finals. The 2022 tournament took place in Fort Worth, Texas; the 2023 tournament is expected to take place in Shenzhen, China.

Similar to the ATP Finals, the tournament is played as a group-stage/round-robin format, followed by the semi-finals and finals. In 2019, the WTA Finals made history by offering the biggest prize money in the sport’s history at the time, with a possible $4.75 million for the winner. To win the full amount, the winner would need to go undefeated in the tournament. In the end, singles winner Ashleigh Barty walked away with a cool $4.42 million .

Laver Cup – Rogers Arena, Vancouver

Named after popular Australian tennis pro Rod Laver, the Laver Cup is a relative newcomer to the tennis scene. The inaugural tournament took place in 2017 and it has been held annually since then, with the exception of 2020.

The Laver Cup is a weekend tournament that pits players from Europe against players from the rest of the world. Each of the two teams (Team Europe and Team World) are comprised of six players: three that qualify based on their ranking and three that are chosen by team captains. John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg have served as team captains since the tournament began.

The location of the Laver Cup alternates between Europe and the rest of the world, with the 2023 tournament taking place in Vancouver. It’s a fun event and it’s always played on an indoor court, or one with a retractable roof, so there’s no worry about getting rained out.

Where is the next major tennis tournament?

US Open, New York : August 28 – September 10, 2023

Laver Cup, Vancouver: September 22-24, 2023

WTA Finals, TBD: October 2023

ATP Finals, Turin: November 12-19, 2023

Australian Open, Melbourne : January 15-28, 2024

BNP Paribas Open, Indian Wells: March 4-17, 2024

French Open, Paris : May 26 – June 9, 2024

Wimbledon, London : July 1-14, 2024

Summer Games, Paris : July 26 – August 11, 2024

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Emma Raducanu is not guaranteed automatic entry into the French Open main draw despite using her protected ranking of 103.

The 21-year-old is currently fifth on the alternates list for Roland-Garros and therefore requires five players to withdraw before the start of the second Grand Slam of the year, otherwise she will need to be awarded a wild card spot or have to go through qualifying.

Raducanu helped send Great Britain into the Billie Jean King Cup Finals with a 3-1 victory over France at the weekend, earning an impressive three-set victory over Caroline Garcia before defeating Diane Parry in a pulsating contest that lasted two hours and 52 minutes.

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The former US Open champion has struggled for form and fitness since her fairytale triumph as a teenager in 2021 and has not since progressed past the second round of a Grand Slam.

She also underwent surgery on both wrists and one of her ankles last May, missing both the French Open and Wimbledon.

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Raducanu is currently ranked 303rd in the world, but is helped by her protected ranking, a system where players on the tour who have been out of action long-term can re-enter events at the ranking they found themselves when they last received money at an event.

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Andy Murray is on the entry list for the men's singles, despite currently being out with an ankle injury.

His team have confirmed the 36-year-old will not have surgery on the injury he suffered as the Miami Open in March, but there remains no date yet for his return to competition.

The three-time Grand Slam champion is now out of a walking boot and Sky Sports News understands his rehab is going well.

Murray has only played at Roland-Garros once since career-saving hip surgery in 2019.

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Raducanu feels she is playing the "best tennis of her life" after sending Great Britain into the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Seville later this year.

"Tennis-wise I have improved because I feel like I am playing the best tennis of my career and my life," Raducanu told BBC Sport .

"And emotionally, mentally, for me to come through the moments that I did the last few days, it took a lot of strong character, especially when the entire stadium is pretty much against you. I can just take a lot of positivity and I really enjoyed this week.

"To come through the moments that I did the last two days it took a strong character when the whole stadium is pretty much against you."

Raducanu trailed Garcia by a set and a break before completing a stunning 3-6 6-3 6-2 comeback victory, following that up with another epic 4-6 6-1 7-6 (7-1) win over Parry to clinch the team's finals spot.

"To be able to put two matches like that back-to-back, three sets on clay against really tough opponents, it's just testament to the work we've been doing," she said in an on-court interview.

"I knew it would pay off eventually, so I'm very pleased this weekend it was able to show."

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Tennis fans have a lot to look forward to this week as 22-time Grand Slam champ Rafael Nadal makes his return to the courts at the 2024 Barcelona Open.

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This year’s Barcelona Open runs from April 13 to 21 at the the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona. You can watch Barcelona Open tennis on TV through Tennis Channel, which will have live coverage of Nadal’s return to tennis beginning Tuesday, April 16, not before 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET. 

Tennis Channel will broadcast every round of the Barcelona Open (also known as the Torneo Conde de Godó ), including men’s singles and men’s doubles. Tennis Channel is available on select cable packages, including DirecTV and Verizon Fios .

How to Watch Barcelona Open Tennis Online Free

Want to watch the Barcelona Open tennis tournament online without cable? There are a few ways to livestream Nadal’s return for free.

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DirecTV Stream lets you watch live TV channels (including Tennis Channel) over the internet, from your phone, computer and tablet. You can also watch the Barcelona Open on TV by using the DirecTV Stream app . Right now, the streamer is offering a five-day free trial that you can use to livestream Nadal at the Barcelona Open online free. Continue on with the Entertainment + Sports pack for $84.98/month or cancel anytime before your free trial is up to avoid being charged.

Fubo is another great option to livestream the Barcelona Open online for free. Fubo’s current deals include a seven-day free trial and free DVR to record Nadal (and all the tennis matches) to watch back on-demand. Fubo lets you stream the Barcelona Open on Tennis Channel without needing a cable package (or even a TV for that matter); the Fubo app gets you a live Tennis Channel feed on your phone, tablet, laptop and smart TV. Continue on from $79.99/month after your week-long trial is up.

Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV offers the most streaming content for your buck , with the ability to watch the Barcelona Open live online, and get access to Hulu’s entire library of on-demand movies, shows, documentaries and specials. Hulu’s Live TV lineup features 95+ channels, including T2, Tennis Channel’s second network. Use this three-day free trial to watch Barcelona Open tennis on Hulu online free. Packages start at $76.99/month after that.

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Nadal is one of only a handful of players to win all four majors, including a record 14 titles at the French Open. He is also the winningest player at the Barcelona Open, having captured the clay court title 12 times. In fact, the center court at the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona was renamed  Pista Rafa Nadal  (Rafa Nadal Arena) in 2017.

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Thanasi Kokkinakis and Zizou Bergs faced each other in the Sarasota final, which was a de facto play-off for one of the last Roland Garros main draw spots. Meanwhile, Yasutaka Uchiyama ended a long title drought and Jozef Kovalik picked up his second Challenger title in the past 3 weeks. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard was also unstoppable at altitude again with Stefano Napolitano surprising in the Madrid final by beating Leandro Riedi. Read back on last week’s action:

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Uchiyama made back-to-back semifinals in Burnie at the beginning of the season, but had to wait until Busan to make his first Challenger final in almost three years (Mallorca 2021). The Japanese took down Paul Jubb from a set down (and briefly a break down in the decider), before taking on James Duckworth in a semifinal thriller. The Australian top seed was fighting to secure his Roland Garros main draw spot, but Uchiyama found the key backhand pass and beat him 7-6(4) in the third.

Seong-chan Hong had to battle it out against some very exciting young talent in the fourth quarter of the draw in Busan, beating Otto Virtanen, Mark Lajal, and Coleman Wong to make the semifinals. The South Korean is quietly enjoying a great season with Busan becoming his third Challenger final of 2024 (Nonthaburi-3, Bangalore), perhaps with a bit less pressure on his shoulders now that he’s joining the army in December for compulsory 18 months of service (same as Soon-woo Kwon, who gave him a walkover in the semifinals).

Uchiyama might be past his peak but he still has that amazing feel for the ball and timing, especially when he moves forward into the court. He can’t avoid some easy misses though and despite being up 5-3 in the opener, he soon faced two break points at 5-6 15-40. Saving them with unreturned serves and Hong starting slow in the tiebreak was a real turning point for the match as Uchiyama claimed his sixth Challenger title (first since 2019) 7-6 6-3. He returns to the top 200 after 26 months as both finalists are also scheduled for Gwangju next week.

Leandro Riedi took some time off after a brilliant indoor swing (which ended with two losses though) and hit the tour again with renewed energy in Madrid. The 600-700m altitude at this venue was a brilliant fit for his aggressive playstyle as well. He was able to take down the prodigy Joao Fonseca in the quarterfinals before getting engaged in a brilliant battle with Jurij Rodionov. Riedi was eventually too strong in the deciding-set tiebreak and made his first clay-court final at any level.

Stefano Napolitano ended a 7,5-year Challenger Tour title drought in Bangalore in February, but entering Madrid he only had one win under his belt since. The quicker clay conditions in Madrid were very much to his liking though as he didn’t drop a set on the way to the final, only getting taken to a tiebreak each by Vit Kopriva and Marc-Andrea Huesler. Mikhail Kukushkin retired at 2-6 1-4 in their semifinal clash, struggling to recover from his almost four-hour-long match with Albert Ramos-Vinolas.

While Riedi definitely had the easy power advantage, Napolitano did well to keep him honest and was striking the ball as cleanly as his young opponent. The Italian didn’t let the breathtaking shots coming from the other side of the net get to him and was counter-punching effectively. The level he brought to the court on the day was very sharp and he got the reward with a 6-3 6-3 win and his third Challenger title (second this year already). He also broke his career-high from 2017 to debut in the Top 150. Both finalists had to withdraw from ATP Tour qualifying events next week with Napolitano also picking up a special exempt for Oeiras instead.

Zsombor Piros was eyeing a Top 100 debut when he picked up the title in Cherbourg in February, but only grabbing three wins in the next five events meant that he couldn’t get there before having to defend his points from back-to-back trophies in 2023, the first one of them being Split. The Hungarian once again had a great time at this venue, making the final for the third year in a row. On the way there, he only dropped one set in the opening round to Nerman Fatic.

Kovalik claimed the title in Zadar recently and came back to Croatia hungry for more after playing just one match in Naples in the meantime. He had to keep up his strong form, facing three former Top 100 players in a row (Quentin Halys, Stefano Travaglia, Benjamin Bonzi). Only the Frenchman was able to push him to a deciding set as Kovalik maintained his disposition from Zadar and locked up a second Challenger final in his last three events.

Kovalik looked like he was about to roll over Piros at 6-4 3-0, taking five games in a row and beginning to break through the Hungarian’s defenses. His opponent fought back though and made this one a real battle all the way until the end, but the Slovak stood strong and kept playing his game. Kovalik claimed his eighth Challenger title (second in 2024) 6-4 5-7 7-5 and isn’t far out the Top 100 in the ATP Race. Both finalists are scheduled for Oeiras next week, Kovalik with a special exempt after withdrawing from ATP 250 Bucharest qualifying.

Bergs had one thing in mind going into Sarasota this week – getting the title would mean a Top 100 debut and getting automatic entry to Roland Garros main draw. The Belgian had missed out on a couple of opportunities like this before and he ensured he would get another one by advancing to the final. Mitchell Krueger and Tennys Sandgren took him to a deciding set with the latter even briefly going up a break in the third.

Kokkinakis was also going for the goal of making Roland Garros main draw but with a slightly easier task with the final run already putting him on the verge of that feat. His Sarasota excellence was mostly built on going 4-0 in tiebreaks in his first four matches, including two against Gabriel Diallo. He even went down 0-2 in the third set against the Canadian, but managed to recover and make his first Challenger final in 14 months.

Bergs fell behind an early break in the opening set and couldn’t make up for it in time despite a few chances. But the momentum was on his side as he leveled easily and was entering the decider with positive energy. Kokkinakis smelled blood though when the Belgian started feeling some nerves at the beginning of the third set and never let it go, claiming his sixth Challenger title 6-3 1-6 6-0 to earn his main draw spot at Roland Garros and likely deny Bergs the same feat. He intends to travel to the ATP 250 in Bucharest next, while the runner-up will be defending his title in Tallahassee .

Nicolas Mejia claimed his maiden Challenger title during this Mexican swing in San Luis Potosi on clay courts and after an early loss in Mexico City, he had to qualify for the main draw in Morelos. After coming through a tough battle against doubles specialist Ryan Seggerman, the opening round of the main event had Mejia win the last 11 games to beat Zachary Svajda 0-6 6-3 6-0. It really sparked his run going forward as he took down Maxime Cressy in two tiebreaks in the semifinals.

Mpetshi Perricard went 5-0 in tiebreaks on the way to the Morelos final, posting some incredible serve numbers like 40/40 on first serve and 46% ace rate against Maxime Janvier (avenging his Mexico City defeat from the week before). Against Adam Walton he upped that ace count even more to (31), but had to take down the Australian in the deciding set. Mpetshi Perricard won the now-discontinued Leon Challenger in this part of the season last year.

Mpetshi Perricard only had to save one break point in the entire match, but besides the serving he was also able to string together a few nice returns in both 5-all games. Especially in the second set Mejia also helped out with some poor execution on the volleys. Mpetshi Perricard raised his ace count for the week to 116 and claimed his third Challenger title 7-5 7-5 as both finalists will be playing Acapulco next, the runner-up thanks to a special exempt.

Challenger Tour magic:

Unbelievable point from Nicolas Mejia last night, 50% of his shots in this rally are tweeners 🙂 📷: @ATPChallenger pic.twitter.com/K6oLmIGTW6 — Damian Kust (@damiankust) April 14, 2024

Events held this week:

• Oeiras Open (Challenger 125, clay)
• GNP Seguros Tennis Open (Acapulco, Challenger 125, hard)
• Tallahassee Tennis Challenger (Challenger 75, green clay)
• Gwangju Open Challenger (Challenger 75, hard)
• AAT Challenger Santander Edicion Tucuman (San Miguel de Tucuman, Challenger 50, clay)

Top 100 players in action:

• Fabio Fognini (Oeiras)
• Rinky Hijikata (Acapulco)

First-round matches to watch:

• (1) Fabio Fognini vs Joris De Loore
• (WC) Jaime Faria vs (2) Thiago Monteiro
• (WC) Ernesto Escobedo vs (WC) Adolfo Daniel Vallejo
• (WC) Rodrigo Pacheco Mendez vs (2) Michael Mmoh

Tallahassee

• (1) J.J. Wolf vs Henry Searle
• Calvin Hemery vs (3) Patrick Kypson
• Alexander Blockx vs (5) Bu Yunchaokete
• (4) Mattia Bellucci vs Philip Sekulic

San Miguel de Tucuman

• Daniel Dutra da Silva vs Juan Carlos Prado Angelo
• Kaichi Uchida vs (2) Renzo Olivo

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Ben Shelton Becomes Highest Ranked American Male Tennis Player for First Time in Career

• Author: Madison Williams

At 21 years old, Ben Shelton is already adding another accomplishment to his resume by becoming the highest-ranked American male tennis player at No. 14 in this week's ATP rankings.

This is also the highest ranking of Shelton's young career. He began the 2023 season at No. 96 in the world, but his achievements over the past year helped propel him to the top 15 in the world.

Shelton surpassed Taylor Fritz for the top American ranking, who now sits at No. 15. Fritz held the title for over a year .

Another accomplishment for the World No. 14 👏 pic.twitter.com/rohTGuqY8d — USTA (@usta) April 15, 2024

The Atlanta native most recently played at the ATP Houston tournament, winning the title over fellow American, Frances Tiafoe. This was just the second title won in Shelton's career.

Last year was the breakout season for Shelton , especially after he faced World No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the U.S. Open semifinals. He beat Tiafoe and another American Tommy Paul on his run to the semifinals. Before that, he lost to Paul in the Australian Open quarterfinals in Jan. 2023.

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