‘I had a crisis of motivation after 2016 French Open win’, reflects Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic has reflected on his “crisis of motivation” after winning the 2016 French Open and said he can relate to Dominic Thiem’s recent struggles.…
Tim Farthing Archives: 05/2021
“Sinner might be able to cause an upset against Nadal” in Rome clash says expert but only if he makes ‘tactical tweaks’
Jannik Sinner is on course for a great career and potentially to reach the top of the world rankings, but to do that he will…
‘The days of me playing every week are gone’ – Dominic Thiem on change to his scheduling
Dominic Thiem revealed he has changed his approach to scheduling with the goal of playing less to be “at the top of my game” for…
‘I struggled but found a way to fight through’ – Matteo Berrettini advances in Rome
Matteo Berrettini spoke of the importance of playing well under pressure after edging past Nikoloz Basilashvili to reach the Italian Open second round. The Rome-born…
‘It’s normal that new generation are winning more. But I will keep fighting’ – Rafa Nadal
Rafael Nadal said it is “normal” that the ‘Big Three’ are now winning less tournaments due to their age and the improvement of the new…
‘More players outside the Big Three will win Grand Slams soon’, predicts Dominic Thiem
Dominic Thiem believes more players outside of the ‘Big Three’ of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will win Grand Slams “in the near…
‘I don’t know’ – Rafa Nadal casts doubt over Olympic participation
Rafael Nadal revealed he is yet to decide whether he will play at this summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo, saying: “I don’t know my calendar”. …
‘Change at top of ATP rankings is coming. It’s inevitable’, believes Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic said it is “inevitable” that change at the top of the men’s rankings is coming, but reiterated Grand Slams are his “biggest focus”.…
‘It’s 10,000 people, not 100 like at tennis events’ – Kei Nishikori expresses Olympic concerns
Kei Nishikori has raised concerns over having “10,000 people” in an Olympic athletes’ village at this year’s Tokyo Games due to the COVID risk. The…
‘I’ve improved since I played Rafa Nadal at Roland Garros’ – Jannik Sinner on Rome showdown
Jannik Sinner believes he is a better player now than when he lost to Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros last year, ahead of the pair’s…
