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Second Western & Southern Open crown for Novak Djokovic or Milos Raonic's turn for a win over the world No. 1? We're about to find out. Tune into the men's final on Tennis Channel Plus →tnns.ch/app

Second Western & Southern Open crown for Novak Djokovic or Milos Raonic's turn for a win over the world No. 1?We're about to find out.Tune into the men's final on Tennis Channel Plus →tnns.ch/app

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Western & Southern Open Final Preview: Djokovic vs. Raonic

Novak Djokovic leads with a 10-0 record over Milos Raonic, but the Canadian has been on fire this week with some impressive wins. ?Who will it be today?


Will the 11th time be the charm for Milos Raonic in his quest to finally defeat Djokovic?

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Naomi Osaka out of Western & Southern Open final, citing hamstring

“I pulled my left hamstring yesterday...it has not recovered overnight as I had hoped. This has been an emotional week and I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of support.”Best wishes to Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ on a quick recovery. ?


Victoria Azarenka was given the pre-US Open title in a walkover.

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Djokovic, Pospisil pushing to lead new men's tennis players union

“Unlike many other professional sports, men’s professional tennis has never had a representative body that is represented for players by players.”


The Canadian announced his resignation from the ATP Player Council on Friday.

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ICYMI: Cincy Semifinal

Here's what you need to know for today's Western & Southern Open Finals:Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ holds 2:1 record against Victoria Azarenka Novak Djokovic holds 10:0 winning streak against Milos Raonic

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Naomi Osaka speaks about her decision to strike | Cincinnati

On Wednesday, Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ said she wouldn't play Thursday to protest racial injustice.Following her semifinal win, she spoke to the press about her match and about the decision to strike.

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BREAKING NEWS: By walkover, Victoria Azarenka is the women's singles champion. Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the final due to a left hamstring injury. #CInCyTENNIS

BREAKING NEWS:By walkover, Victoria Azarenka is the women's singles champion.Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the final due to a left hamstring injury.#CInCyTENNIS

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It's Finals Day at the Western & Southern Open in New York. Make your way to the couch, coverage begins at 11am ET on Tennis Channel and Tennis Channel Plus→http://tnns.ch/app

It's Finals Day at the Western & Southern Open in New York.?Make your way to the couch, coverage begins at 11am ET on Tennis Channel and Tennis Channel Plus→http://tnns.ch/app

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Players celebrate end of Bryan bros amazing career

As the sun sets on the legendary Bryan Brothers' career, the tennis world celebrates their long-time success and contribution to the game.Bob and Mike, you will be dearly missed.??


In addition to their accolades, the twins made a mark with their charisma and popularity.

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"I have a very strong self-belief": Murray set for best-of-five action

First time since hip surgery.First time diving into best-of-five sets since starting his comeback more than a year ago.Andy Murray returns to the US Open Tennis Championships.


The US Open marks the major champion's first best-of-five competition since January 2019.

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The birthplace of African American tennis | Tennistory

Do you know the story behind the birthplace of African American tennis?Remember this name: Dr. Robert Johnson.#TennisForEquality | #BlackLivesMatter

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More voices rise up along Osaka's to stand for change

"I don't expect anything drastic to happen with me not playing, but if I can get a conversation started in a majority white sport, I consider that a step in the right direction." - Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ


The 22-year-old opted not to play on Thursday at the Western & Southern Open.

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Think you know the ATP Tour? Participate in the US Open Tennis Championships Racquet Bracket for a chance to win prizes from HEAD Tennis and Tennis Express! Men: http://tnns.ch/USOBracketMen

Think you know the ATP Tour?Participate in the US Open Tennis Championships Racquet Bracket for a chance to win prizes from HEAD Tennis and Tennis Express!Men: http://tnns.ch/USOBracketMen

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Best Shots: Naomi Osaka - Semifinal

No denying her shots were stellar today.Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ | Western & Southern Open

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Racquet Bracket for the US Open Tennis Championships is open! Make your WTA picks NOW: Play to win→http://tnns.ch/USBracketWomen

Racquet Bracket for the US Open Tennis Championships is open! Make your WTA picks NOW: Play to win→http://tnns.ch/USBracketWomen

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My Tennis Life: S4E29 "Halftime Show"

Only halfway through the season and already so much has happened in 2020 for Monica Puig and Jamie Murray.Catch up on this season of #MyTennisLife.

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Our last semifinal battle is underway. Western & Southern Open Semifinal: Novak Djokovic vs. Roberto Bautista Agut Live now on Plus→ http://tnns.ch/app

Our last semifinal battle is underway.?Western & Southern Open Semifinal:Novak Djokovic vs. Roberto Bautista Agut Live now on Plus→ http://tnns.ch/app

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What's Alison Riske listening to to get her pumped up for the US Open Tennis Championships, you ask? Look no further. Check out her Pandora playlist now, featuring Khalid, Shakira, and more →pandora.app.link/DWktCk90F6

What's Alison Riske listening to to get her pumped up for the US Open Tennis Championships, you ask?Look no further.Check out her Pandora playlist now, featuring Khalid, Shakira, and more →pandora.app.link/DWktCk90F6

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The men of the hour. Western & Southern Open Semifinal: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Milos Raonic Live now on Plus→ http://tnns.ch/app

The men of the hour.??Western & Southern Open Semifinal:Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Milos Raonic Live now on Plus→ http://tnns.ch/app

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All eyes on the Final. Western & Southern Open Semifinal: Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ vs. Elise Mertens Watch now on Plus→ tnns.ch/app

All eyes on the Final. ?Western & Southern Open Semifinal:Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ vs. Elise Mertens Watch now on Plus→ tnns.ch/app

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