French Open: Garbine Muguruza eases into last 16 as Maria Sharapova, Serena Williams edge closer to reunion
Former champion Garbine Muguruza reached the French Open last 16 on Saturday with a comfortable 6-0, 6-2 win over Australia's Sam Stosur as Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova stood one win away from renewing their longtime rivalry.
Jun 02, 2018, 17:36 PM IST
Lindsay Davenport hails Serena Williams ''powerful message'' for sporty mums
With only one mother having won Grand Slam titles over the last 38 years, Lindsay Davenport hailed Serena Williams for delivering a "powerful message" that shows it is possible to "pursue personal goals even when you`re a mum".
Jun 02, 2018, 11:07 AM IST
Rafael Nadal faces old friend Richard Gasquet on familiar French Open turf
World number one Rafa Nadal faces local hope Richard Gasquet in the third round of the French Open on Saturday in a clash between two long-time friends.
Jun 02, 2018, 09:26 AM IST
French open: I want to make my daughter proud of me, says Serena Williams
Serena Williams said she wants to make her daughter proud after fighting back to reach the French Open third round.
Jun 01, 2018, 11:46 AM IST
French Open: Serena Williams shows plenty of fight to subdue Ashleigh Barty
The "warrior princess" inside Serena Williams came out in full fighting mode on Thursday as the American proved she was no pushover in a Grand Slam with her 3-6 6-3 6-4 French Open second round win over Ashleigh Barty.
Jun 01, 2018, 09:47 AM IST
French Open: New mum Serena back in the Grand Slam groove in Paris
Even the Parisian stormclouds cleared for Serena Williams on Tuesday, as the new mother's baby steps back to Grand Slam tennis became a stride into the second round of the French Open.
May 30, 2018, 07:32 AM IST
French Open 2018: Serena Williams back in business as Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova survive scares
Rafael Nadal on Tuesday racked up his 80th win in Paris by seeing off Italian lucky loser Simone Bolelli 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (11/9).
May 30, 2018, 00:08 AM IST
French Open 2018: Serena Williams returns to Grand Slam action on day three
Serena Williams has not played a major tournament since winning the 23rd title at the 2017 Australian Open, having given birth to her daughter Alexis in September.
May 29, 2018, 16:44 PM IST
French Open 2018: Serena Williams returns to action
Serena Williams has not played a major tournament since winning a 23rd title at the 2017 Australian Open, having given birth to her daughter Alexis in September.
May 29, 2018, 14:35 PM IST
French Open: Venus Williams knocked out by China's Wang Qiang in first round
Former world number one Venus Williams suffered a shock defeat by Chinese player Wang Qiang in the French Open first round on Sunday.
May 28, 2018, 17:13 PM IST
Ivanka Trump takes shot at WTA over Serena Williams' non-seeding
United States first daughter Ivanka Trump waded into the debate over Serena Williams' lack of a seeding at the French Open, tweeting that the women's tour needed to change its rules for players that take maternity leave.
May 26, 2018, 20:49 PM IST
Give Serena Williams time to find top form, says Kim Clijsters
Former world number one Kim Clijsters believes Serena Williams will get back to the top, but warned it may take time for her to regain full strength after childbirth.
May 26, 2018, 20:23 PM IST
Serena, Venus get French Open doubles wildcard
Serena and Venus Williams were handed a wild card into the French Open women's doubles as the American sisters seek to add a third Roland Garros title to their triumphs in 1999 and 2010.
May 25, 2018, 15:32 PM IST
Serena Williams to open season by featuring at WTA hardcourt
Former world number one Serena Williams will open her summer hardcourt season at the WTA tournament in San Jose, California, July 30-August 5. "I am looking forward to opening my summer season at the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic and competing in the new venue," Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, said in a statement posted on the tournament website.
May 11, 2018, 12:54 PM IST
Former champion Serena Williams withdraws from Madrid Open
Former world number one Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Madrid Open as she continues to regain full fitness ahead of the French Open later this month, the tournament`s organisers said on Thursday.
May 03, 2018, 19:47 PM IST
Serena Williams slump to first round exit in Miami Open
Osaka`s powerful serving and relentless return game were even stronger in the second and she broke Williams to go 3-1 up and was never threatened again.
Mar 22, 2018, 09:48 AM IST
In Williams' showdown, Venus ends Serena's stay at Indian Wells
The 10th seeded Venus moves on to the round of 16 where she will face either Anastasija Sevastova or 12th seeded Julia Georges.
Mar 13, 2018, 10:49 AM IST
BNP Paribas Open: Serena Williams, Venus Williams win to set up third-round clash
Serena Williams continued her tennis comeback with a 7-6(5) 7-5 win over Kiki Bertens at the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday, setting up a third-round encounter with her sister Venus.
Mar 11, 2018, 16:40 PM IST
Serena Williams wins on WTA Tour return at Indian Wells
Serena Williams shook off the rust from a 15-month layoff due to pregnancy to win her opening match at the WTA Indian Wells event with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Zarina Diyas.
Mar 09, 2018, 13:14 PM IST
As Serena Williams returns, Venus Williams says her game hasn't left
The Williams sisters were the headliners yesterday night in the Tie Break Tennis tournament in Madison Square Garden.
Mar 06, 2018, 14:11 PM IST
