Serena Williams, the legendary tennis player with 23 major singles titles, is preparing for a potential return to professional tennis in 2026 after applying for reinstatement and rejoining the testing pool, despite her recent tweet denying plans to come back. Her return could impact her Hall of Fame induction and is linked to her recent activities, including her use of weight loss drugs, which are under monitoring by WADA.
Jannik Sinner won his first Wimbledon title by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling final, reversing their French Open outcome and ending Alcaraz's winning streak. The match showcased their intense rivalry, with Sinner's steadiness ultimately prevailing over Alcaraz's dynamic play. This victory marks Sinner's fourth major and sets him up as a top contender for future tournaments, while Alcaraz reflects on a less-than-perfect performance. The rivalry continues to elevate men's tennis with high-level drama and competition.
Brooks Koepka is struggling to find form at the U.S. Open held at Los Angeles Country Club, stating that it is not his favorite course due to blind tee shots and certain spots that always lead to the same result. He believes that a U.S. Open should be around par. Koepka is currently even-par and nine shots back of clubhouse leader Wyndham Clark, and will need to produce two low rounds this weekend to have any chance of winning his third U.S. Open title.
Anthony Simonsen won the 2023 USBC Masters, becoming the youngest player in PBA history to win five major titles. He defended his title by defeating Michael Martell in the final match of the winners bracket. Simonsen caught fire late in the match play rounds, averaging over 263 for his last eight games before the championship round. Martell, who was making his PBA Tour television debut, knew he could not give Simonsen an inch. The scoring pace slowed down in the semifinal, following a trend seen throughout the week.
