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Tyra Caterina Grant back in Italy hoping to follow Jannik Sinner as the country's next tennis star

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Updated on May 06, 2025 10:08 PM IST

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Tennis-Kvitova gets winning feeling again after maternity comeback

TENNIS-ROME/KVITOVA:Tennis-Kvitova gets winning feeling again

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Published on May 06, 2025 09:12 PM IST

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Gauff and Swiatek want to check in on the papal conclave while in Rome for tennis

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Published on May 06, 2025 07:32 PM IST

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from the Italian Open after losing his past 3 matches

The clay-court event in Rome, which will be held next month, posted on social media that Djokovic wouldn't be participating

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Published on Apr 30, 2025 09:50 AM IST

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The true taste of Italy in New Delhi: Welcome dinner for Italy’s Deputy PM

Dignitaries gathered at the residence of the Italian Ambassador to India, Antonio Bartoli for a dinner in honour of Italy’s Deputy PM, Antonio Tajani

Antonio and Ester Bartoli(Photo: Shantanu Bhattacharya/HT)

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Published on Apr 14, 2025 02:25 PM IST

BySanchita Kalra

Zverev wins Italian Open title, sets himself up as contender in Paris

It's been a long road of recovery for the Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French Open semifinals against Rafael Nadal.

Germany's Alexander Zverev poses with the trophy after winning the Men's final against Chile's Nicolas Jarry at the ATP Rome Open tennis tournament at Foro Italico in Rome on May 19, 2024(AFP)

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Published on May 20, 2024 07:20 AM IST

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Djokovic suffers shock Italian Open elimination with 2-6, 3-6 loss to Tabilo

It was Novak Djokovic’s first match since accidentally getting knocked on the head by a water bottle while signing autographs after his opening win on Friday.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during a match against Chile's Alejandro Tabilo at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 12(AP)

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Updated on May 12, 2024 08:57 PM IST

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Rafael Nadal falls to Hubert Hurkacz in Italian Open second round

Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Rafael Nadal will play at the upcoming French Open, where he has won a record 14 titles.

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves to the fans and walks off the court after losing his round of 64 match against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz(REUTERS)

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Published on May 11, 2024 07:08 PM IST

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Djokovic hit on the head by bottle, left with some blood after Italian Open win

Novak Djokovic was accidentally hit on his head by a fan's water bottle after his Italian Open win, on Friday.

Novak Djokovic gets hit by a water bottle.

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Published on May 11, 2024 11:43 AM IST

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Michele Morrone: Not thinking about working in Bollywood at the moment

Italian actor Michele Morrone, who gained fame after his performance in erotic thriller 365 Days, opens up about his love for India, and Bollywood debut

Michele Morrone gained fame after his performance in erotic thriller 365 Day

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Published on Oct 07, 2023 05:33 PM IST

BySugandha Rawal

Daniil Medvedev makes his mark on clay by beating Rune for Italian Open title

The Russian beat Holger Rune on Sunday for the first clay-court trophy of a career that includes the 2021 U.S. Open title and a period at No. 1 in the rankings.

Daniil Medvedev of Russia celebrates defeating Denmark's Holger Rune during the men's final tennis match at the Italian Open(AP)

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Published on May 21, 2023 11:05 PM IST

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Italian Open organisers promise a retractable roof over the tennis court by 2026

On Saturday, the semifinal between Medvedev and Tsitsipas was suspended due to rain for nearly 4 ½ hours — which pushed the women’s final back to nearly 11 p.m.

Rain cover is removed form the central court prior to the start of the final match between Denmark's Holger Rune and Russia's Daniil Medvedev at the Italian Open(AP)

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Published on May 21, 2023 08:35 PM IST

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Elena Rybakina targets deep run at Roland Garros after Rome triumph

Rybakina bagged her second title of 2023 after her Indian Wells triumph and fifth overall when Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina retired while trailing 6-4 1-0.

Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina poses with her trophy celebrating winning the final match of the Women's WTA Rome Open tennis tournament(AFP)

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Published on May 21, 2023 06:02 PM IST

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Rune follows up win over Djokovic by beating Ruud to reach Italian Open final

In the final, Rune will face either Stefanos Tsitsipas or Daniil Medvedev, who were up next on Campo Centrale.

Denmark's Holger Rune reacts during his semi final match against Norway's Casper Ruud(REUTERS)

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Published on May 20, 2023 08:20 PM IST

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Kalinina dedicates win to homeland after beating a Russian to reach Rome final

The half-filled Campo Centrale supported Kalinina, whose family home was destroyed in a Russian attack last year. Some fans held up Ukrainian flags.

Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina celebrates after winning her semi final match against Russia's Veronika Kudermetova (REUTERS)

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Published on May 19, 2023 11:15 PM IST

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Djokovic takes issue with Norrie's behavior at Italian Open: 'Not fair play'

Novak Djokovic's angry glare made it clear how furious the 22-time Grand Slam champion was with his opponent.

Britain's Cameron Norrie (L) and Serbia's Novak Djokovic shake hands after Djokovic won their fourth round match(AFP)

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Published on May 16, 2023 08:27 PM IST

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Novak Djokovic reaches Italian Open quarterfinals for 17th straight year

Aiming for his seventh title on the red clay of the Foro Italico, Djokovic had his entire game clicking after struggling at times in the previous rounds.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his round of 16 match against Britain's Cameron Norrie (REUTERS)

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Published on May 16, 2023 05:00 PM IST

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Alcaraz's 12-match winning streak ends with loss to qualifier at Italian Open

It was only the second loss on clay for Alcaraz this year after getting beaten by Cameron Norrie in the Rio de Janeiro final in February.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz reacts after losing his third round match of the Men's ATP Rome Open tennis tournament to Hungary's Fabian Marozsan(AFP)

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Updated on May 15, 2023 07:33 PM IST

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Novak Djokovic battles past Grigor Dimitrov in Rome, Iga Swiatek cruises

Two-times defending champion Swiatek earlier dropped the first two games of her third-round clash with Tsurenko.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during his round of 32 match against Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov (REUTERS)

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Published on May 14, 2023 10:16 PM IST

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Wawrinka beats Ivashka after rain delay at Italian Open

Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, next faces 26th-seeded Grigor Dimitrov.

Switzerland's Stanislas Wawrinka celebrates winning his round of 128 match against Belarus' Ilya Ivashka (REUTERS)

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Published on May 10, 2023 07:23 PM IST

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Nadal to miss Italian Open as well due to hip injury as French Open fears grow

The 36-year-old Nadal did not mention his prospects for being fit for the French Open starting on May 28.

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Published on May 05, 2023 10:06 PM IST

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Yoga to strengthen your back: Alia Bhatt’s trainer demonstrates asanas

From Camel Pose to the Cobra Pose, here are five yoga asanas that can help in getting the back stronger and healthier, and alleviating back pain issues.

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Published on Sep 09, 2022 04:18 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Stan Wawrinka wins first match in 15 months, Thiem remains winless in 2022

Wawrinka was playing 14th seeded American Reilly Opelka and lost the first set before fighting back to win 3-6 7-5 6-2.

Switzerland's Stan Wawrinka in action during his first round match against Reilly Opelka(REUTERS)

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Published on May 10, 2022 07:31 AM IST

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Denis Shapovalov calls for stricter measures against disruptive fans

Shapovalov lost his cool, was handed a point penalty and was booed by the fans but he overcame all those distractions to beat Italy's Sonego

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Published on May 10, 2022 07:26 AM IST

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Carlos Alcaraz and Naomi Osaka withdraw from Italian Open due to injuries

The 19-year-old Alcaraz beat Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic back-to-back in Madrid then defeated Alexander Zverev in Sunday's final for his tour-leading fourth title of the year.

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Updated on May 09, 2022 06:28 PM IST

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Serena’s preparation for Paris far from serene

Since returning from maternity break in 2017, Williams has had to suffer heartbreak after another in her four-year long chase for the Slam title that will put her on par with Margaret Court's all-time record.

Serena Williams: File Image(Getty Images)

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Updated on May 24, 2021 03:10 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Nadal ends losing streak against Zverev with win in Rome

Zverev had beaten Nadal in straight sets at the same stage in Madrid a week ago but their latest meeting went the Spaniard’s way from the start.

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates as he plays Germany's Alexander Zverev, during their quarter-final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament(AP)

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Published on May 14, 2021 07:27 PM IST

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Never count him out: Nadal rallies past Shapovalov in Rome

Nadal roared back from 3-0 down in the second set and then saved two match points on his serve at 6-5 in the third.

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates winning his third-round match against Canada's Denis Shapovalov(REUTERS)

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Published on May 13, 2021 10:31 PM IST

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Novak Djokovic enjoys himself with fans back at Italian Open

The top-ranked Serb seemed to enjoy every moment of his 6-2, 6-1 win over Spanish qualifier Alejandro Davidovich Fokina that put him in the Italian Open quarterfinals.

Novak Djokovic: File Photo(Getty Images)

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Published on May 13, 2021 05:17 PM IST

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Serena suffers shock loss in 1,000th match

Playing her first competitive match in nearly three months, the 23-times Grand Slam champion twice came back from a breakdown but struggled on her first serve as Podoroska took the opening set in the tiebreak.

Serena Williams of the U.S. in action during her second-round match against Argentina's Nadia Podoroska(REUTERS)

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Published on May 12, 2021 10:32 PM IST

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Tyra Caterina Grant back in Italy hoping to follow Jannik Sinner as the country's next tennis star

TENNIS-ROME/KVITOVA:Tennis-Kvitova gets winning feeling again

Gauff and Swiatek want to check in on the papal conclave while in Rome for tennis

The clay-court event in Rome, which will be held next month, posted on social media that Djokovic wouldn't be participating

Dignitaries gathered at the residence of the Italian Ambassador to India, Antonio Bartoli for a dinner in honour of Italy’s Deputy PM, Antonio Tajani

It's been a long road of recovery for the Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French Open semifinals against Rafael Nadal.

It was Novak Djokovic’s first match since accidentally getting knocked on the head by a water bottle while signing autographs after his opening win on Friday.

Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Rafael Nadal will play at the upcoming French Open, where he has won a record 14 titles.

Novak Djokovic was accidentally hit on his head by a fan's water bottle after his Italian Open win, on Friday.

Italian actor Michele Morrone, who gained fame after his performance in erotic thriller 365 Days, opens up about his love for India, and Bollywood debut

The Russian beat Holger Rune on Sunday for the first clay-court trophy of a career that includes the 2021 U.S. Open title and a period at No. 1 in the rankings.

On Saturday, the semifinal between Medvedev and Tsitsipas was suspended due to rain for nearly 4 ½ hours — which pushed the women’s final back to nearly 11 p.m.

Rybakina bagged her second title of 2023 after her Indian Wells triumph and fifth overall when Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina retired while trailing 6-4 1-0.

In the final, Rune will face either Stefanos Tsitsipas or Daniil Medvedev, who were up next on Campo Centrale.

The half-filled Campo Centrale supported Kalinina, whose family home was destroyed in a Russian attack last year. Some fans held up Ukrainian flags.

Novak Djokovic's angry glare made it clear how furious the 22-time Grand Slam champion was with his opponent.

Aiming for his seventh title on the red clay of the Foro Italico, Djokovic had his entire game clicking after struggling at times in the previous rounds.

It was only the second loss on clay for Alcaraz this year after getting beaten by Cameron Norrie in the Rio de Janeiro final in February.

Two-times defending champion Swiatek earlier dropped the first two games of her third-round clash with Tsurenko.

Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, next faces 26th-seeded Grigor Dimitrov.

The 36-year-old Nadal did not mention his prospects for being fit for the French Open starting on May 28.

From Camel Pose to the Cobra Pose, here are five yoga asanas that can help in getting the back stronger and healthier, and alleviating back pain issues.

Wawrinka was playing 14th seeded American Reilly Opelka and lost the first set before fighting back to win 3-6 7-5 6-2.

Shapovalov lost his cool, was handed a point penalty and was booed by the fans but he overcame all those distractions to beat Italy's Sonego

The 19-year-old Alcaraz beat Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic back-to-back in Madrid then defeated Alexander Zverev in Sunday's final for his tour-leading fourth title of the year.

Since returning from maternity break in 2017, Williams has had to suffer heartbreak after another in her four-year long chase for the Slam title that will put her on par with Margaret Court's all-time record.

Zverev had beaten Nadal in straight sets at the same stage in Madrid a week ago but their latest meeting went the Spaniard’s way from the start.

Nadal roared back from 3-0 down in the second set and then saved two match points on his serve at 6-5 in the third.

The top-ranked Serb seemed to enjoy every moment of his 6-2, 6-1 win over Spanish qualifier Alejandro Davidovich Fokina that put him in the Italian Open quarterfinals.

Playing her first competitive match in nearly three months, the 23-times Grand Slam champion twice came back from a breakdown but struggled on her first serve as Podoroska took the opening set in the tiebreak.

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