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Johnson Interview: Atlanta

Opelka might have gotten the best of Steve Johnson earlier this week but not this time.

Johnson defeats Opelka: Atlanta

And that's a wrap on Day 1.Steve Johnson gives his team the decisive lead by defeat Opelka 6-4, 4-6, 7-6.Team Stripes - 3️⃣ vs. Team Stars - 1️⃣

Top 5 Photos, 7/3: Osaka designs masks for COVID-19 relief

That's right, add mask designer to Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ's long resume.Check out this moment and more on today's Top 5.


"Every day is a great day to show you care about protecting yourself and others."

My Tennis Life: S4E22 "Back to Winning Ways"

What do you get when you get Jamie Murray and Andy Murray in the same room?The Sibling Game. ???#MyTennisLife

UTS Promo

The UTS - Ultimate Tennis Showdown: as innovative as it is exciting.Matches return this Saturday 3pm ET→http://watch.utslive.tv

Isner Interview: Atlanta

It's needless to say, Georgia is John Isner's most favorite place in the world.

Isner defeats Fritz: Atlanta

The power of the serve. ??John Isner defeats Fritz in straight sets to add another point to the scoreboard for Team Stripes.

My Tennis Life: S4E22 "Monica's IG Takeover"

Ever wonder what a competition day looks like from start to finish for Monica Puig?Monica takes over our Instagram while at the Credit One Bank Invitational. #MyTennisLife

John Isner Taylor Fritz All-American Team Cup. Tune into the matchup now on Tennis Channel →tnns.ch/app

John Isner ??Taylor Fritz ??All-American Team Cup. ?? Tune into the matchup now on Tennis Channel →tnns.ch/app

The Tennis Conversation: Andy Roddick 2.0—less selfish, still sweating

How does Andy Roddick 2.0 differ to the guy who was the face of American tennis?


The former world No. 1 often finds himself playing by someone else's rules these days.

Sandgren defeats Paul: Atlanta

A battle until the end.Tennys Sandgren defeats Paul 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 to level Team Stripes with Team Stars.

Tiafoe Interview: Atlanta

"I honestly thought I was going to retire but I tried to push for the fans." - Frances Tiafoe

Tiafoe defeats Querrey: Atlanta

Talk about a roller coaster.Team Stars takes an early lead thanks to a 6-4, 7-6 by Frances Tiafoe over Querrey.

20 in '20 with Ajla Tomljanovic and Victoria Azarenka - Preview

20 in ’20 is back with Ajla Tomljanovic and host Victoria Azarenka ??Watch the full episode → tennischannel.com#20in20 #tennis #ajlatomljanovic #victoriaazarenka

It's Big Foe Friday. Frances Tiafoe is up against Sam Querrey in Atlanta. Tune in →tnns.ch/app

It's Big Foe Friday. ?Frances Tiafoe is up against Sam Querrey in Atlanta.Tune in →tnns.ch/app

Wawrinka produces film; soon to be released

Stan Wawrinka has been using his time off to get in touch with his creative side. ?


"This year I launched a new challenge, that of producing a film."

TBT, 2005: Venus vs. Davenport, best-ever Wimbledon women’s final?

Venus Williams and Lindsay Davenport had similar playing styles, had a tight head to head record, and were meeting for the 27th time.However, it was Queen V who regained control from Davenport and claimed her 3rd Wimbledon crown. ?


Arguably the greatest women’s singles final in Wimbledon history.

Mari Osaka pens heartfelt letter to Naomi in "Glamour"

"When it comes to tennis, I think this is the most important thing I’ve taught you: how to lose...For you it was just more motivation. So, you’re welcome!"Mari Osaka's letter to younger sis Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ is filled with humor, love, and touching sentiments. ❤️


"You taught me to never give up," Mari wrote of the example set by her sister.

Playing with Fire: The delicate role of emotion in pro and rec tennis

It's a question of fire or ice... ? ❄️Which level of emotion better benefits players when they're on the court?


Some players win by keeping their emotions in...others by letting them out. 

On This Day: Venus Third Wimbledon

On July 2, 2005...Venus Williams clinches Wimbledon title #3 by defeating Lindsay Davenport (and winning the longest Wimbledon women's final in history). ?


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