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Tennis world mourns Alejandro Burillo Azcárraga, Mexico's ATP pioneer

The tennis community is paying tribute to Alejandro Burillo Azcárraga, founder of Mextenis who brought elite ATP tournaments to Mexico—including the Acapulco Open—at age 75 following his death on April 16. Stars and organizers credit him with transforming the sport in Latin America.

Martina Navratilova playfully challenges Rafael Nadal on Spanish TV

19. april 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Martina Navratilova appeared on Spain's Mask Singer TV show, performing in a 'Mop' costume while keeping her identity hidden. She issued a lighthearted challenge to Rafael Nadal, saying she would beat him if he wore the bulky outfit. Navratilova also praised Carlos Alcaraz as a phenomenon.

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Mensik withdraws from Munich BMW Open due to ongoing foot infection

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Zverev reaches Monte Carlo semifinals after beating Fonseca

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Pegula defeats Jovic in three sets to reach Charleston Open final

Madison Keys defeats Bencic to reach Charleston Open semifinals

Madison Keys came back from a set down to beat Belinda Bencic 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the Credit One Charleston Open quarterfinals. The American advanced to her first semifinal of the season. Keys will face Yulia Starodubtseva next.

Gilles Cervara ends coaching partnership with Nishesh Basavareddy

6. april 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Gilles Cervara has parted ways with 20-year-old American tennis player Nishesh Basavareddy after four months. The former coach of Daniil Medvedev announced the split on Instagram, stating that uncontrollable factors in their professional relationship led to the decision. No response has come from Basavareddy as of now.

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