The upcoming summer of sport is jam-packed with major tennis tournaments, with grand slams taking place throughout the season, including Wimbledon, the French Open and the US Open. Unsurprisingly, these popular sporting events are influencing travellers’ choices, with destinations such as France, the US, and the UK seeing increased interest according to Airbnb summer trends.* ...
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Surbiton Trophy Tennis Tournament 2024 | LTA
South Africa’s Lloyd Harris won the Lexus Surbiton Trophy men’s singles title in 2024, after beating Swiss star Leandro Riedi 7-6(8), 7-5 in the final, meanwhile, Belgium’s Alison van Uytvanck defeated second seed Tatjana Maria 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-2 to win the women’s trophy. Britain’s Julian Cash and America’s Robert Galloway won the men’s doubles title after overcoming Colombia’s...
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The five sports with the largest number of fans in the UK
Depurpress Editorial | The five sports with the largest number of fans in the UK. The UK is a melting pot of sporting cultures, with a rich history and a clear commitment to competition and great performances. In this article, we’ll explore the five sports that not only rule the hearts of British fans, but...
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Novak Djokovic next match at French Open 2024: TV schedule, scores, results for Roland-Garros | Sporting News United Kingdom
The 2024 French Open is into its second week, and as has so often been the case for the last 15 years of grand slam tennis, Novak Djokovic is the man to beat, having lifted his third Roland-Garros title last year with a straight-sets victory over Casper Ruud in the 2023 final. Djokovic enters Roland-Garros...
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Andy Murray net worth: Career earnings, prize money for two-time Wimbledon champion | Sporting News United Kingdom
Andy Murray is one of the finest male tennis players of the past 20 years and among the most successful sportspeople Britain has produced. A three-time major winner and twice an Olympic gold medallist, Murray boasts a career that would leave most professionals envious, even though he had the misfortune of competing at a time...
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French Open schedule 2024: Full draws, TV coverage, channels & more to watch every tennis match | Sporting News United Kingdom
The French Open is back at Roland-Garros in 2024, promising an exciting tournament on the famous Parisian clay courts. Carlos Alcaraz, despite not winning here before, is a top pick due to his impressive performances on clay and recent victory at Indian Wells. Defending champion Novak Djokovic, despite a challenging start to the year and...
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How to watch French Open 2024 in UK: Date, time, TV channel, live stream for Roland-Garros | Sporting News United Kingdom
The second grand slam on the tennis calendar for 2024 is underway at Roland-Garros, with the 123rd edition of the French Open. It’s the only one of the four grand slam events to take place on clay courts in Paris, and the two world number ones on the respective ATP and WTA Tours, Novak Djokovic...
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BBC slammed for hiring Nick Kyrgios as Wimbledon commentator
In short: The BBC is facing backlash for hiring Nick Kyrgios as a commentator for the upcoming Wimbledon tournament. Kyrgios has pleaded guilty to domestic violence and is a known supporter of Andrew Tate. What’s next? Women’s groups have been told the BBC will respond to their concerns in 12 days. The BBC has come under...
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When does French Open 2024 start? Schedule, format, draw dates, TV and live stream details for tennis grand slam at Roland-Garros | Sporting News United Kingdom
The 123rd edition of the iconic grand slam Roland-Garros is set to captivate millions around the globe. Known for its glamorous Parisian backdrop and the intense drama of its clay courts, the 2024 French Open promises to deliver yet another unforgettable grand slam spectacle. This year’s tournament will once again bring together the biggest names in...
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A new grass court calendar for 2025
During the past two years the LTA in consultation with the All England Club have been reviewing the entire grass court season with the intention of improving the experience for fans and players. The purpose of the review has been to raise the profile and visibility of tennis in Britain during the run up to...
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Queen’s to host new pre-Wimbledon women’s tennis event as Birmingham loses out
The Queen’s Club will host a professional women’s tennis tournament for the first time in more than 50 years – but at the expense of a similar event in Birmingham. Queen’s has been a men-only event since 1973 but from 2025 will start a week earlier and last a fortnight, with the women following immediately...
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What time is Rafael Nadal’s next match at Italian Open 2024? Schedule, live stream and TV channel | Sporting News United Kingdom
The 2024 Italian Open began on Wednesday, May 8, as the world’s best tennis players arrived at the at the Foro Italico Complex in Rome. It’s the 81st edition one of the most prestigious tournaments on the calendar, and with 1000 ATP Tour Masters points up for grabs, one veteran is returning to a tournament...