Tennis analysis: Five contenders who could challenge dominance of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz
Men’s tennis is entering a new era, and its two defining figures are already clear.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have surged ahead of their contemporaries, winning majors, trading the number one ranking, and producing a rivalry that evokes memories of Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal in the mid-2000s.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ben Phillips assesses five names who could reshape the landscape of men’s tennis in the years to come.
Women's US Open quarter-finals: Key Matchups Bettors Will Watch
The US Open is where legends are created and underdogs are born. The spotlight traditionally hits championship Sunday, but the quarter-finals are where storylines are scripted, and where bettors start sharpening their pencils.
These matches don't just advance; they set momentum, affect confidence, and, in fact, swing lines.
Three 2025 matches are of the highest interest and wagering value: Sabalenka vs. Vondroušová, Pegula vs. Krejčíková, and the marquee Round of 16 match between Osaka and Gauff, whose winner can remake the quarter-final landscape.
Rallies, risks, rewards: The heart of tennis explained, from 12th-century origin to modern Grand Slams
The graceful leaps across the court, the soft deception of a drop shot, the sudden burst of power in a forehand – tennis is beautiful to watch, but the scoring system is likely to leave one baffled.
If you’ve found yourself puzzled by the game, don’t worry – you’re not alone, and Sports News Blitz writer Ishita Trivedi is here to explain.
Padel news: Padel vs tennis - similarities and differences
Padel is constantly compared to tennis, considering both sports use a racket and have similar-looking courts.
The comparison is understandable, but that is where the similarities end.
How the sports are played and tournaments are organised creates a clear distinction between the two.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire discusses how two of the most popular racket sports differ from one another.
Cincinnati Masters betting tips: Get on 9/4 Carlos Alcaraz to be the last man standing in Cincinnati
The expanded 12-day ATP Cincinnati Masters 1000 series tournament kicks off on Thursday, and it’s easy to see why the bookies want to keep Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz onside.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher pays homage to the Sincaraz era and delivers his outright picks for the Cincinnati Masters.
Tennis betting tips: Can 12/1 Daniil Medvedev atone for Washington woes by lighting up Toronto?
Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is hoping for a profitable return to form in Toronto.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the National Bank Open from SNB’s inimitable punting maverick.
Tennis betting tips: Get with 7/1 Daniil Medvedev to get back to winning ways in Washington
Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is not happy with Andrey Rublev.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from Washington, Kitzbuhel & Umag from SNB’s inimitable punting maverick.
ATP betting tips: Get with reborn Andrey Rublev to keep his cool and conquer Los Cabos
Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is still running hot after napping Jannik Sinner at 2/1 to win Wimbledon.
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the ATP action this week from SNB’s punting maverick.
Tennis news: A look back at Bulgarian star Grigor Dimitrov’s five consecutive Grand Slam retirements
Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov has always been one of the most talented and stylish players on the circuit, but the story of his career has taken a difficult turn lately as he has been forced to retire due to injury in each of his last five Grand Slam tournaments.
Here, Sports News Blitz tennis writer Abhiram Varanasi takes a closer look at how this painful streak has unfolded.
Wimbledon news: A closer look at quarter-finalist Cameron Norrie’s tennis journey
Cameron Norrie’s run to the quarter-finals at Wimbledon 2025 is the latest high point in a career that has always been about steady progress, discipline, and belief in his own path.
While other players may have grabbed headlines due to their big personalities or flashy games — Norrie has quietly built a strong and lasting presence in the world of professional tennis.
His journey to the top of the sport is anything but typical—writes Sports News Blitz’s Abhiram Varanasi.
Wimbledon betting tips: Cameron Norrie good enough to claim a set against Alcaraz at SW19
We’ve had the weather and the drama at this year’s Wimbledon, with tennis’ biggest names dropping at an unprecedented rate during a manic first week.
The event started like it does every year at SW19. Full house on Centre and idyllic conditions, with 64 seeds across the men’s and women’s singles draw.
However, by the time the third round began, just 14 women and 13 men remained (the fewest at a Slam since the 32-seed format was first used in 2001).
Wimbledon 2025: Sports News Blitz’s beginners guide to tennis
Our Sports for Dummies series has previously explained ice hockey, korfball and the NBA.
We now turn our attention to the terrific sport of tennis, serving up some key pointers.
With Wimbledon 2025 in full swing down in SW19, Sports News Blitz writer Abhiram Varanasi takes a look at everything you need to know about tennis.
Wimbledon news: Rafael Nadal vs Dustin Brown and the most shocking upsets in SW19 history
The Wimbledon Championships are the most famous tennis tournament in the world, a place where legends such as Roger Federer, Serena Williams, and Novak Djokovic have made their legacy.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Abhiram Varanasi takes a look at the five most shocking upsets in Wimbledon history.
Wimbledon news: Drama at SW19 as US star Coco Gauff knocked out, Emma Raducanu advances
The first round of the Ladies’ Singles at Wimbledon is officially done and dusted, with some matches unfolding as expected while others produced major upsets.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire offers a round-up of the action from SW19.
Wimbledon news: First day of SW19 Championships set for record temperature, says William Hill
Today could bring the hottest temperature ever recorded at Wimbledon, according to William Hill, as the leading bookmaker is offering 3/1 that the 35.7C record, which has stood since 2015, will be beaten.
SW19 could also be hotter than a range of worldwide destinations, including Ibiza (1/2) and Miami (4/7).
Wimbledon betting tips: Get with Jannik Sinner and ‘Boom-Boom-Elena’ to claim Wimbledon glory
Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is running hot just in time for Wimbledon with the knockabout dandy of sports wagering napping 9/1 and 100/30 winners on grass last week.
Read on for a breakdown of who wins Wimbledon 2025 from SNB’s generational wordsmith.
Wimbledon news: Jack Draper, Katie Boulter and the British players to watch at SW19 in 2025
It has been nine years since British star Andy Murray won the Gentlemen’s Singles at Wimbledon by defeating Milos Raonic in the final, while there has not been a home-town winner of the Ladies’ Singles since Virginia Wade in 1977.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Williams evaluates Britain’s singles hopes at the upcoming tournament, which is set to begin on Monday 30 June and run until Sunday 13 July.
Wimbledon news: Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and the top women’s singles contenders at SW19
The Wimbledon Championships is finally upon us and, unlike the men’s side of the tournament, there does not appear to be a clear favourite for the women’s title this year.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Williams takes a look at the top five contenders to lift the Venus Rosewater Dish in the Ladies’ Singles.
Tennis betting tips: 100/30 Fritz looks Taylor-made for more Eastbourne glory, plus value picks from Mallorca
Just over a week to go before Wimbledon, and as a result, the ATP Tour throws up a couple of 250 events on the grass this week.
The Lexus Eastbourne Open takes place in the plush surroundings of Devonshire Park, while there is also action on the grass in Mallorca.
Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher breaks down this week’s best bets ahead of Wimbledon.
Wimbledon news: Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and the top men’s singles contenders at SW19
It is that time of year again, when a corner of South West London transforms into the centre of the sporting world and the BBC News at Six becomes the BBC News at whatever time the tennis finishes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Williams takes a look at the top five contenders to lift the Challenge Cup in the Gentlemen’s Singles.