Norrie's Heroics Highlight Montreal Action as Alcaraz Injury Clouds US Open Outlook
Norrie Advances After Montreal Drama
Cameron Norrie produced a gutsy performance at the Canadian Open in Montreal, saving match point to secure victory against Buse and advance to the last 32. The British player's superb fightback exemplified the kind of resilience required at tour level, as he mounted a comeback from a precarious position to keep his campaign alive in the hard-court swing.
Alcaraz Absence Raises Questions
The absence of defending US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz continues to cast a shadow over the upcoming major. Now 114 days since his initial wrist injury, doubts are growing over whether the Spanish star will be ready to defend his title, with ongoing withdrawal concerns adding to speculation about the severity of his condition and its impact on the remainder of the season.
Rising Stars Make Their Mark
Elsewhere, Alex Eala advanced into the third round in Toronto, continuing an impressive run on hard courts that reflects her growing confidence ahead of another US Open campaign. Meanwhile, Jack Draper's comeback hopes suffered a setback in an emotional exit from the tournament.
Today's tennis headlines
- I started pickleball in my 50s. Here are my beginner tips – and the best gear – to get on the court — theguardian.com
- Norrie saves match point in superb Montreal fightback — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Gauff criticizes using WTA gene test to 'attack' — espn.com
- Photographs of drama and emotion – the career of Chris Smith — theguardian.com
- 114 days and counting - how damaging is Alcaraz's wrist injury? — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Alex Eala barges into third round in Toronto — espn.com
- Hard courts feel like home as Alex Eala eyes another US Open breakthrough — espn.com
- Norrie beats Buse to reach Canadian Open last 32 — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Game, set, Chat: how tennis players use AI to scout opponents and run their lives — theguardian.com
- Jack Draper in tears as comeback ends in defeat — espn.com
- Doubts grow over Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open defence after latest withdrawal — theguardian.com
- Million-dollar 1 Point Slam returning to Aussie Open — espn.com