Sports articles by Doug Smith
Swiatek’s French Open title Signals Change of Guard in Women’s Tennis
During a two-week business trip to Paris, Iga Swiątek (pronounced [...]
Thiem Claims 1st Major Title, Defeating Zverev in U.S. Open Final
The 5th set is not about tennis, it’s about [...]
Osaka Soaks in 2nd U.S. Open Title Flat-on-her-Back
Minutes after Victoria Azarenka slapped a backhand shot into the [...]
Djokovic’s US Open Default overshadows Serena’s 4th Round Win
To no one’s surprise, Serena Williams set another U.S. Open [...]
Serena Still on Track to Tie Career Record for Major Titles
Serena Williams, a victory away from tying the record (24) [...]
Tiafoe Fights Off Covid-19 Over the Summer and Millman in U.S. Open 2nd Round.
At match point, World No. 82 Frances Tiafoe chased down [...]
At 40, Venus Still ‘Motivated and Excited” Despite 1st Round Loss
At 17, Venus Williams made a ‘star-is-born’ debut at the [...]
For Second Consecutive Year, a Rookie Female, 15, Makes U.S. Open Debut
Three years ago, Robin Montgomery, then 12, entertained dreams of [...]
John Lewis’ Tentacles of Goodness Also Touched the Tennis World
A week-long celebration of the life of U.S. Congressman John [...]
Will Kyrgios Ever Calm the Turmoil Within?
Nick Kyrgios can flip a soft backhand crosscourt winner past [...]