In an ancient age when I played competitive doubles, it was immediately apparent that to have fun, I needed to find a partner with whom I got along and more important, one who protected my weaknesses…
In mixed doubles, my … continue reading
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It’s rare in doubles for four players from the same country to play in a grand slam final.
The last time it happened was in 2016 at Wimbledon when Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicolas Mahut defeated Julien Benneteau and Édouard Roger-Vasselin for the title, 6-4 … continue reading
“Our goal is to win gold,” said John Peers of the pledge made when Matthew Ebden called him to request his partnership in the Olympic doubles.
Goal achieved. Of course, most if not all of the 32 doubles teams would … continue reading
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The Doubles Light Up Halle
This year’s Terra Wortmann Open provided an entertaining doubles event with enough national flavour to enthuse the locals.
Three all-German pairs played on the lawn courts of Halle in the ATP 500.
Before the main draw, Henri Squire and Louis … continue reading