Even the “Tennis Plays for Peace” found controversy and the New York Times examines the potential future torchbearers for the sport. It is time to get in New York state of mind for the US Open.
Tennis Plays for Peace exhibition benefits Ukrainian relief efforts
Tennis played for peace on Wednesday night at the US Open, and New York City showed up: As a keynote event of this year’s US Open Fan Week, the Tennis Plays for Peace exhibition will help the Grand Slam tournament surpass $1.2 million raised for humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine. Full Story: US Open
USTA removes Victoria Azarenka from ‘Tennis Plays for Peace’ exhibition
The USTA statement said “Vika is a strong player leader and we appreciate her willingness to participate. Given the sensitivities to Ukrainian players, and the on-going conflict, we believe this is the right course of action for us.” Full Story: ESPN
Can Coco Gauff the Tennis Prodigy Become a Tennis Legend?
If so, the timing is ideal for tennis: Earlier this month, Serena Williams announced she would stop competing at some point after the U.S. Open. The decision would leave the sport bereft of not just her charisma and greatness but also the blockbuster ratings and crowds those qualities reliably draw. Full Story: The New York Times
Tennis’s Most Dynamic Player Is Also Its Most Difficult
Nick Kyrgios just reached his first major final. He’s also hurled insults at umpires and spectators, and has a court date for an alleged domestic violence incident. What to make of him at this moment? Full Story: Sports Illustrated
NYC honors tennis legend Althea Gibson with street renaming
Althea Gibson Way is at the intersection of West 143rd Street and Malcolm X Boulevard in Harlem. Full Story: NBC News
Tennis umpire receives seven-year ban, fine for match-fixing in Italy
The offenses relate to matches at a tournament in Perugia, Italy, in 2021, the agency said. They include delaying input of scores into the scoring device, inputting scores that did not reflect the actual scores on court, failing to cooperate with the corruption investigation and failing to report corrupt approaches. Full Story: ESPN
ITF publishes short film documenting history of tennis
The ITF has released an informative and entertaining short film documenting the history of tennis, from its origins as a medieval game to the modern day. Full Video: ITF
How a Public Tennis Court Attendant Spends His Sundays
Walter Odom, a fixture in Fort Greene Park in New York, makes sure players respect the hourly schedule and keep their T-shirts on. Full Story: The New York Times
An exclusive suite curated by US Open Champion Andy Roddick
The ‘Guest How Andy Roddick Guests’ suite at the Kimpton Hotel Eventi features the athlete’s favorite ways to be cared for as a guest at IHG hotels as well as his hand-selected travel amenities and must haves that help keep the self-proclaimed early riser feeling well-rested and energized on or off the court, including his favorite foods, (healthy snacks and sushi), freshly brewed coffee, ergonomic pillows, and more. Full Story: IHG
This Week in Professional Tennis
| Date | Tournament | Tour/Level | Location |
| 8/29-9/11 | US Open | Grand Slam | New York City |
