Michael Dickens

In Rotterdam, The Show Goes On Without Biggest Stars - Tennis TourTalk With none of the top-ranked players competing in this year's ABN-Amro Open in Rotterdam, it presents an opportunity for others like Dutch favorite Tallon Griekspoor.

With none of the ATP Tour's top-ranked players competing in this year's #abnamroopen, it’s an opportunity for others like top seed Alex de Minaur & Dutch fave Tallon Griekspoor to shine. Both won today. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Charleston Open Ready To Deliver Next-Level Fan Experiences - Tennis TourTalk The 2026 Credit One Charleston Open (March 28-April 5) will feature exciting new spaces, enhanced food and beverage experiences.

Next month’s Credit One Charleston Open will feature exciting new spaces, enhanced food & beverage experiences, special events, theme nights, interactive fan activations & paddle sports programming. Learn more, my @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Auger-Aliassime Holds Off Mannarino, Wins Back-To-Back Montpellier Titles - Tennis TourTalk MONTPELLIER/WASHINGTON, February 8, 2026 (by Michael Dickens) Felix Auger-Aliassme has been the most-successful player on the ATP Tour this decade when it comes to winning matches and titles on indoor...

Felix Auger-Aliassime successfully defended his ATP 250 #OpenOccitanie title with a straight-set victory over Adrian Mannarino in Montpellier, France Sunday afternoon. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + Arribage/Olivetti win doubles. 🎾 #tennis

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Mannarino, Auger-Aliassime Set Montpellier Title Showdown - Tennis TourTalk Adrian Mannarino became the oldest singles finalist in tournament history at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier, France.

Adrian Mannarino became the oldest singles finalist in tournament history at the #OpenOccitanie in Montpellier Saturday following his comeback win. He’ll face defending champion Felix Auger-Aliassime in Sunday’s title match. My @TennisTourTalk story. 🎾 #tennis

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Challenger Tour Work Pays Off As Droguet Reaches Montpellier Semifinals - Tennis TourTalk Challenger Tour grind pays off as Titouan Droguet reaches the semifinals at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier.

French qualifier Titouan Droguet has reached his first ATP Tour semifinal at the #OpenOccitanie in Montpellier, France this week. His ATP Tour Challenger work has paid off. Learn more, my @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Home Comforts In Montpellier: Mannarino Books Third Semifinal In France - Tennis TourTalk Adrian Mannarino became the oldest semifinalist in Open Occitanie history after defeated fellow Frenchman Arthur Gea in Montpellier.

Adrian Mannarino became the oldest semifinalist in #OpenOccitanie history after defeated fellow Frenchman Arthur Gea during Friday's QF rd. in Montpellier, France. Defending champ Felix Auger-Aliassime also won. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Yes, it’s nice to see Arthur Fils healthy and playing again.

Arthur Gea - One Of Four French Hopefuls Still Chasing Montpellier Glory - Tennis TourTalk Frenchman Arthur Gea has reached his first quarterfinal on the ATP Tour at the Oen Occitanie in Montpellier.

The ATP 250 #OpenOccitanie in Montpellier, France has reached the quarterfinal round today and there's still four French players vying for this year's title, including wild card Arthur Gea. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Pushed Hard, Auger-Aliassime Overcomes Wawrinka In Montpellier - Tennis TourTalk Defending champion Felix Auger-Aliassime began defense of his Open Occitanie title with a victory over Stan Wawrinka in Montpellier.

Felix Auger-Aliassime began his #OpenOccitanie title defense with a spirited, straight-set victory over Stan Wawrinka Thursday evening in Montpellier, France. It was their first career meeting. My @TennisTourTalk story has the details + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Moise Kouame Steals The Spotlight At Open Occitanie Despite First-Round Loss - Tennis TourTalk Moise Kouame, the sixth-youngest player this century to qualify for an ATP Tour event, made his main draw debut at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier.

Moise Kouame, 16, the sixth-youngest player this century to qualify for an ATP Tour event, made his main draw debut at the #OpenOccitanie in Montpellier, France on Wednesday afternoon. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story has the details + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Comeback Kid Fils Returns To ATP Tour Feeling Happy – And Winning - Tennis TourTalk In his return to the ATP Tour following a six-month absence Arthur Fils won his first-round match at the Open Occitanie.

In his return to the ATP Tour following a 6-month absence, while recovering from a stress fracture in his lower back, Arthur Fils won his 1st-round match at the #OpenOccitanie in southern France Tuesday evening. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Listening To His Famous Father Is Paying Off For Martin Damm In Montpellier - Tennis TourTalk Martin Damm earned his third career Top-100 win with his victory over Hubert Hurkacz at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier.

Father’s advice, son’s third Top-100 win: Martin Damm 🇺🇸 is shining at #OpenOccitanie in southern France. My @TennisTourTalk story + Arthur Fils 🇫🇷 wins 1st match in comeback from lengthy injury + more. 🎾 #tennis

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It’s a nice throwback to Arthur Ashe in the 1970s. IFKYK! 🎾

Mannarino Ends Four-Month Losing Drought With Win In Montpellier - Tennis TourTalk Adrian Mannarino broke an eight-match losing streak across all levels in the opening round of the Open Occitanie in Montpellier, France.

Adrian Mannarino broke an eight-match losing streak across all levels in the opening round of the #OpenOccitanie in Montpellier, France Monday evening. My @TennisTourTalk story has the details on Mannarino’s first win of the 2026 season + more. 🎾

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Alcaraz Achieves Major Milestone At Australian Open - Tennis TourTalk Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to achieve a career Grand Slam – winning all four majors – by garnering the Australian Open title.

At age 22, Carlos Alcaraz 🇪🇸 became the youngest man to achieve a career Grand Slam – winning all 4 majors – by garnering the #AustralianOpen title over 10-time AO champ Novak Djokovic Sunday night. My @TennisTourTalk story + Rafa + juniors. 🎾 #tennis

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We need to get through the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics, but yes, almost time for pitchers and catchers to report!

Rybakina Wins Australian Open With Poise And Inner Calm - Tennis TourTalk Elena Rybakina won her second Grand Slam title – and first Australian Open crown – by defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.

Elena Rybakina won her 2nd major title – & 1st #AustralianOpen crown – by defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka Saturday evening. It was a reverse of their 2023 AO final won by Sabalenka. My @TennisTourTalk story + doubles, wheelchair & more. 🎾 #tennis

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Djokovic Continues Chasing History At Australian Open After Outlasting Sinner - Tennis TourTalk Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic went the distance to turn back two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner.

Ten-time #AustralianOpen champion Novak Djokovic needed 5 sets to turn back 2-time defending champion Jannik Sinner to advance to Sunday's final against World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, who will be going after his 1st AO title. My @TennisTourTalk story. 🎾 #tennis

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Alcaraz Holds Off Zverev To Win Epic Australian Open Semifinal - Tennis TourTalk Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev in the longest Australian Open semifinal to advance to his first final in Melbourne Friday.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev in the longest #AustralianOpen semifinal in tournament history to advance to his first final in Melbourne Friday. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + Gadecki/Peers repeat as AO mixed doubles champs + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Sabalenka Powers Her Way Into Fourth Consecutive Australian Open Final - Tennis TourTalk MELBOURNE/WASHINGTON, January 29, 2026 (by Michael Dickens) Aryna Sabalenka became just the third player in the Open Era to reach four consecutive women’s singles finals at the Australian Open, after ...

Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina won their respective semifinal matches Thursday evening to advance to the #AustralianOpen women's singles final. It’s the fourth consecutive AO title match for Sabalenka. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Lucky Djokovic, Healthier Sinner Advance To Australian Open Semifinals - Tennis TourTalk Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic set up a semifinal meeting with two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner.

Ten-time #AustralianOpen champ Novak Djokovic set up a SF meeting with 2-time defending champ Jannik Sinner after both won on Wednesday. Also, Elena Rybakina and Jessica Pegula won their QF matches to advance. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story.🎾 #tennis

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Australian Open Semifinals Begin To Take Shape After Zverev, Alcaraz Wins - Tennis TourTalk MELBOURNE/WASHINGTON, January 27, 2026 (by Michael Dickens) The quarterfinal round of this year’s Australian Open began Tuesday as another heat wave blanketed Melbourne Park with temperatures that soa...

Alexander Zverev set up a SF showdown with Carlos Alcaraz after each won their QF matches at the #AustralianOpen Tuesday. Also, Aryna Sabalenka & Elina Svitolina advanced to the SFs with impressive victories. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story. 🎾 #tennis

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Pegula Puts Friendship Aside To Beat Keys, Moves Into Australian Open Quarterfinals - Tennis TourTalk Jessica Pegula ended the reign of defending Australian Open champion Madison Keys to reach the quarterfinal round in Melbourne.

American No. 3 Jessica Pegula ended the reign of defending #AustralianOpen champ Madison Keys to reach the QF round in Melbourne Monday. She will face another American, Amanda Anisimova, in her next match. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Top Seeds Punch Tickets To Australian Open Quarterfinals - Tennis TourTalk Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were among the top seeds to advance to the quarterfinal round at the Australian Open.

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were among the top seeds to advance to the quarterfinal round at the #AustralianOpen in Melbourne on Sunday. Youth was served by Learner Tien and Iva Jovic. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + more. 🎾 #tennis

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Sinner Survives Searing Heat, Spizzirri To Advance At Australian Open - Tennis TourTalk Jannik Sinner rallied to beat Eliot Spizzirri after overcoming severe heat and cramps to advance to the fourth round of the Australian Open.

Two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner rallied to beat Eliot Spizzirri in four sets after overcoming severe heat and cramping to advance to the fourth round of the #AustralianOpen on Saturday. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + much more. 🎾 #tennis

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Alcaraz Stays Focused, Punches Ticket To Second Week Of Australian Open - Tennis TourTalk Top seed Carlos Alcaraz tied Bjorn Borg for the best start through 100 Grand Slam matches after winning his 86th at the Australian Open.

Men’s top seed Carlos Alcaraz tied Bjorn Borg for the best start through 💯Grand Slam matches after winning his 86th at the #AustralianOpen Friday. The victory advanced Alcaraz into the fourth round. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + much more. 🎾 #tennis

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Keys Leads Trio Of American Top-10 Winners Into Australian Open Third Round - Tennis TourTalk Defending champion Madison Keys, Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova won their respective second-round matches at the Australian Open.

Defending champ Madison Keys, Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova, all ranked in the WTA Top 10, won their 2nd round matches at the #AustralianOpen to move into the 3rd round of the year's 1st major in Melbourne. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story 🎾 #tennis

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Top Seeds Sabalenka, Alcaraz Ease Into Australia Open Third Round - Tennis TourTalk Both Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz, this year's No. 1 seeds at the Australian Open, won their second round matches.

Both Aryna Sabalenka & Carlos Alcaraz, this year's No. 1 seeds at the #AustralianOpen, won their respective second round matches Wednesday at Melbourne Park. My @TennisTourTalk story + Zeynep Sonmez 🇹🇷 continues her fairytale run + much more. 🎾 #tennis

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Sinner, Keys Kick-Start Australian Open Title Defense With Pair Of Wins - Tennis TourTalk Defending Australian Open champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys returned to their winning ways Tuesday at Melbourne Park.

Defending #AustralianOpen champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys returned to their winning ways Tuesday at Melbourne Park. My @tennistourtalk.bsky.social story + AO farewell to Gaël Monfils & more. 🎾 #tennis

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Started with a few games of Errani/Paolini doubles, then a few games of Fernandez/Tjen. Now settling in with Keys/Oliynykova. 🎾