Tennis News Today: Aryna Sabalenka elated as “amor” Georgios Frangulis makes her “proud” by tennis skills; Casper Ruud challenges Holger Rune for interesting showdown
Aryna Sabalenka expressed her delight as Georgios Frangulis took up tennis lessons to impress her. In other news, Holger Rune accepted fellow ATP star Casper Ruud’s invitation for back-to-back tennis matches in Norway and Denmark.
Meanwhile, Matteo Berrettini discussed the impact of tennis legends Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer on his on-court style. Nick Kyrgios voiced his support for Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown amid NBA Finals feats.
Also, Leylah Fernandez lauded sister and UCLA Bruins player Bianca’s accomplishment as she clinched the ‘ITA Rookie of the Year’ award. Rafael Nadal announced his withdrawal from the 2024 Wimbledon Championships to focus on his “last” Olympics appearance in Paris.
On that note, here’s a recap of today’s top tennis news:
Aryna Sabalenka adores Georgios Frangulis trying tennis to win her affection
Aryna Sabalenka was overjoyed as Georgios Frangulis practiced his forehand to make the Belarusian tennis star proud.
Frangulis, owner of Oakberry Acai Bowls, posted a photo on Instagram showing him receiving forehand lessons from Ecuadorian tennis player Roberto Quiroz.
“Working a bit on that forehand with @robertoquirozg to try and make her proud 😅@arynasabalenka,” Frangulis wrote.
Sabalenka reposted his story and praised his efforts, writing:
“I am so proud meu amor.”
Holger Rune to face Casper Ruud in a dual Scandinavian face-off in Norway & Denmark
Casper Ruud accepted Holger Rune’s open challenge to compete on Danish soil but with a fun condition.
Rune recently participated in the Champions Battle 2024 in Herning, Denmark, where he and partner Caroline Wozniacki faced Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina. Rune and Wozniacki won their respective singles matches, but Monfils and Svitolina won the mixed doubles.
Following the win, Rune issued an open challenge on Instagram for a tennis match in Copenhagen.
“Thank you Denmark for an incredible night here in boxen. The Danish support is fantastic 🙌🏽 this will for sure not be the last time I play at home 🇩🇰 So anyone up for a challenge to play against me later this year in Copenhagen ? let me know 😄, ” Rune wrote.
Ruud agreed to the challenge, stipulating that the Dane first play him in Oslo. Rune agreed to the Norwegian’s twist and accepted the challenge.
“I’ll take you on in Denmark if you come to Oslo first,” Rudd commented.
“@casperruud deal 🦾 challenge accepted 😄,” Rune responded.
Casper Ruud and Holger Rune recently concluded their French Open campaign, where they both lost to Alexander Zverev in their respective semifinal and Round of 16 matches.
