Simon Cambers

Bournemouth

Sports Journalist at Freelance

Freelance tennis journalist, broadcaster. Co-author The Roger Federer Effect https://t.co/Y0jwOMBIXg Co-president International Tennis Writers Association

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Errani, Vavassori cruise past U.S. duo for mixed doubles title

1 day ago | espn.in | D'Arcy Maine |Simon Cambers

PARIS -- Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori of Italy swept to a 6-4, 6-2 victory over Americans Taylor Townsend and Evan King on Court Philippe-Chatrier to claim the French Open mixed doubles crown Thursday. Errani and Vavassori won their second mixed doubles Grand Slam title, with the first coming at the US Open last year when they also defeated Townsend and her longtime former partner Donald Young.
Coco Gauff bests Madison Keys to return to French Open semis

2 days ago | espn.in | Simon Cambers

Coco Gauff overcame 10 double faults and the first set she has dropped at the French Open to beat Madison Keys 6-7 (6), 6-4, 6-1 on Wednesday and reach the semifinals for the third time. It was a contest filled with plenty of mistakes by both Americans, who each has claimed one major championship. They combined for 101 unforced errors and just 40 winners across more than two hours under a closed roof at Court Philippe-Chatrier on a drizzly, chilly day.
Coco Gauff bests Madison Keys to return to French Open semis

2 days ago | espn.ph | Simon Cambers

Coco Gauff overcame 10 double faults and the first set she has dropped at the French Open to beat Madison Keys 6-7 (6), 6-4, 6-1 on Wednesday and reach the semifinals for the third time. The match was filled with plenty of mistakes by both Americans, who each have claimed one major championship. They combined for 101 unforced errors and just 40 winners across more than two hours under a closed roof at Court Philippe-Chatrier on a drizzly, chilly day.
Blockbuster semifinal at the French Open: Will Swiatek or Sabalenka win?

3 days ago | 700espn.com | Simon Cambers

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Blockbuster semifinal at the French Open: Will Swiatek or Sabalenka win?

3 days ago | espn.com | Simon Cambers

PARIS -- For all their dominance over the past few years, Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek have never played in a Grand Slam final -- and this trend will continue since they face off in the semifinals at the French Open on Thursday. Editor's PicksHas Iga Swiatek just turned her season around? To serve or to receive? The ultimate decision for any pro tennis playerIs this the last time we'll see line judges at a Grand Slam? The two have played 12 times, with Swiatek leading 8-4 overall and 5-1 on clay.
Lorenzo Musetti warned for kicking ball at French Open line judge

3 days ago | espn.in | Simon Cambers

PARIS -- Lorenzo Musetti was warned for unsportsmanlike conduct for kicking a tennis ball that inadvertently hit a linesperson during his French Open quarterfinal against Frances Tiafoe on Tuesday. Unlike most top-level tennis tournaments, which rely on electronic line-calling, there are still humans on court at Roland-Garros to make rulings on whether shots land in or out.
Tiafoe: 'Comical' Musetti not penalized at French

3 days ago | espn.in | Simon Cambers

PARIS -- Frances Tiafoe rolled his eyes as soon as the question arrived from a reporter, then called it "comical" that the player who beat him in the French Open quarterfinals on Tuesday, Lorenzo Musetti, received only a warning for kicking a tennis ball that inadvertently hit a linesperson. "I mean, obviously, he did that, and nothing happened. I think that's comical," No. 15 seed Tiafoe said after his 6-2, 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 loss to No. 8 Musetti.
To serve or to receive? The ultimate decision for any pro tennis player

4 days ago | espn.com | Simon Cambers

PARIS -- There is one part of tennis that has retained its simplicity: the coin toss. Though some events do it digitally, most tournaments still bring out the real thing to decide who serves first and which end the other player chooses. Heads or tails, serve or receive, it's as simple as that. Editor's PicksWill anyone fill Nadal's beloved shoes at the French Open? Has Iga Swiatek just turned her season around? Is this the last time we'll see line judges at a Grand Slam? Well, almost.
Alcaraz shows sportsmanship; Paul on best U.S. run since Agassi

5 days ago | espn.in | Simon Cambers

Carlos Alcaraz called on himself for breaking the rules at the French Open and conceded a point to Ben Shelton on Sunday during the defending champion's 7-6 (8), 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory in the fourth round. Also on Sunday, No. 12 Tommy Paul beat No. 25 Alexei Popyrin 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 to become the first American man in the quarterfinals at Roland Garros since Andre Agassi in 2003. The 28-year-old Paul was coming off consecutive five-setters but breezed to this victory to set up a matchup with Alcaraz.
Alcaraz shows sportsmanship in conceding point vs. Shelton

5 days ago | espn.ph | Simon Cambers

PARIS -- Carlos Alcaraz conjured up what initially appeared -- to the chair umpire, to everyone watching in the stands or on TV and to his opponent, Ben Shelton -- a remarkable lunging volley to win a point at the French Open on Sunday. But Alcaraz knew it shouldn't count.