Tag: French Open Tennis Championships
Sponsors hail Naomi Osaka’s ‘courage’ on mental health
NEW YORK — A few years ago, a star athlete dropping out of a major tennis tournament over mental health issues might have been...
Slowing down? Federer says no as he advances at French Open
Roger Federer disliked the implication he's slowing down.
When the 39-year-old...
‘Beats all of us losing’: 4 US men, 8 women still in French
When the French Open’s third round gets underway Friday, there will be four men from the United States on the schedule — the largest...
App shows support for Naomi Osaka with donation, fine offer
PARIS — An app that bills itself as helping with "sleep, relaxation and meditation" says it is showing support for Naomi Osaka by offering...
Lewis Hamilton backs Naomi Osaka in news conference dispute
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton called Thursday for more support for young athletes dealing with media duties after four-time Grand...
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
June 4
1870 — Ed Brown becomes the first African-American jockey...
Osaka steps out of French Open and onto sport’s third rail
Most athletes are comfortable talking about injuries, so long as they can point to a bruise, a bandage, a cast or a spot on...
AP Sportlight
June 3
1932 — Lou Gehrig becomes the first major league...
Nishikori grinds out another 5-set win at French Open
PARIS — Two matches. Ten sets. A total of 628 points played.
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Grand Slam leaders pledge to address Naomi Osaka’s concerns
The leaders of the four Grand Slam tournaments reacted Tuesday to tennis star Naomi Osaka's stunning withdrawal from the French Open by promising to...