Tennis

Patrick McEnroe highlighted the scarcity of American players in top college men's tennis finals with pointed tweets this week. He noted only one US player among 12 in the SEC championship match and three among 24 in ACC and SEC finals. The remarks underscore ongoing debates about player development in the United States.

April 21, 2026 Reported by AI

Following his withdrawal from the Barcelona and Madrid Opens due to a right wrist injury, Carlos Alcaraz has voiced uncertainty about defending his Roland Garros title. The world No. 2 emphasized patience and upcoming tests in recovery, while Madrid Open director Feliciano Lopez raised serious concerns based on his own experience.

Marta Kostyuk defeated fellow Ukrainian Veronika Podrez 6-3, 6-4 to win the Open Capfinances Rouen Métropole WTA 250 title. The top seed claimed her second WTA singles title and first in over three years, marking the first all-Ukrainian WTA final. Tears flowed as she dedicated the victory to her coach Sandra Zaniewska.

April 20, 2026 Reported by AI

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.