The fight for four more quarterfinal spots at the ATP BNP Paribas Open continues in Indian Wells, California. Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is the headline act on Day 8 as he attempts to defeat Grigor Dimitrov for the first time in two years.
Grigor Dimitrov will compete in the last 16 in Indian Wells for the fourth time in the previous five years. The Bulgarian faced his great friend Gael Monfils in the third round and prevailed 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 in three hours and one minute.
Throughout Rafael Nadal's illustrious career, only two players managed to retire with a perfect record against him. One of them defeated Nadal at Wimbledon, represented two different countries, and retired just last year.
The ATP and WTA schedules push players through a grueling season with little rest. As injuries and withdrawals pile up, it might be time to rethink the tour’s structure.
Miami Open is the second ATP Masters 1000 tournament of the season. Main draw action will begin on March 19 with a strong field of players headed by World No.
Patrick McEnroe spoke about which American player is the most underrated on the ATP Tour. The former Laver Cup co-captain noted that while several of his compatriots are recognised as great players, not many truly seem to be Grand Slam contenders.
The average incentive package for a new EV was 14.8% of the average transaction price (ATP), or approximately $8,162, the highest level in more than five years, according to the latest monthly new-vehicle ATP report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book.
March 29-April 4 — Fayez Sarofim & Co. US Men's Clay Court Championship, CO
For many years, Indian Wells, Calif., has served as a stopping point for prospectors seeking gold. Currently, it happens to host a tennis tournament on the ATP Tour. Many dub the Indian Wells Open the “fifth Grand Slam” because of the tournament’s status as a Masters 1000 tournament (just one level below the grand slams) as well as the increased media attention that Indian Wells receives compared to other Masters 1000 tournaments.
On the ATP Tour, tournaments are designed so that the best pre-qualified players shine and animate the week of competition. However, tennis proves time and again that nothing is guaranteed.
Belgian tennis player Zizou Bergs is on the rise and could soon be ranked in the world's top 50, but jet-setting around the planet pursuing his career throws up an awkward conundrum.