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Lisicki wins first match since February, over Zvonareva in Guangzhou

The streak has broken for Sabine Lisicki.


The German won 6-4, 6-2 over the two-time Grand Slam finalist.

Wawrinka, currently ATP No. 88, beats Bedene at St. Petersburg Open

"I'm happy with the first win. I think it was a great level."Stan Wawrinka advances to Rd. 2 of St. Petersburg Open.


Bedene served for the first set before losing, 7-5, 7-6 (5).

Laver Cup 2018: Explainer

How does it work?What can you expect?Learn the ins and outs of the Laver Cup.And catch every moment live on Tennis Channel starting Friday 2pm ET.

It’s only a game. Accept that tennis is work. We're breaking down the big picture behind juniors...

It’s only a game.Accept that tennis is work.We're breaking down the big picture behind juniors tennis: http://bsltnns.co/ZvT99p

Four thoughts on the Davis Cup semifinals, and a big question for 2019

Four Thoughts on the Davis Cup Semifinals. and a Big Question for 20194. The Paire Effect3-1. ⬇️


Noah, Paire, Tiafoe and Coric had big weekends, as Croatia and France reached the final.

Tennis Channel's cover photo



Coric ends U.S. comeback to send Croatia to Davis Cup finals

"This is the most special moment of my whole life — by far,"-Borna Coric


The 2005 winner will face defending champion France in the final.

- 2 - 1 Can the Canadians close it out? Milos Raonic vs S. Griekspoor Live now on TC Plus→...

??- 2 ??- 1Can the Canadians close it out?Milos Raonic vs S. GriekspoorLive now on TC Plus→ tnns.ch/TCP1

Davis Cup- Croatia defeats USA

Borna Coric defeats Frances Tiafoe 6-7, 6-1, 6-7, 6-1, 6-3.The Croatians survive the Americans to advance to the final. ?Davis Cup Final:?? France vs Croatia ??

St. Petersburg on Tennis Channel

Wawrinka ??Thiem ??Fognini ??Shapovalov ??The hard court season continues in St. Petersburg.Coverage begins Monday at 8am ET→ tnns.ch/app

Davis Cup- Querrey defeats Cilic

The Americans force a decider!Sam Querrey defeats Marin Cilic 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 to level the Davis Cup semifinal.Tiafoe vs Coric up next on TC Plus→ tnns.ch/TCP1

Serena Williams talks fashion, not controversy at Las Vegas event

"I work really, really hard at my game. And then I work super hard at my fashion business. And I'm working incredibly hard at being a mom."Serena Williams keeps it all business at fashion event in Vegas.


The Serena-Ramos controversy drew a volley of commentary in recent days.

Defending champion France defeats Spain for Davis Cup finals berth

Nicolas Mahut and Julien Benneteau, both 36, ensured that France would play for yet another Davis Cup title.


Spain was without world No. 1 Rafael Nadal, who was ruled out due to knee injury.

Davis Cup- Nestor's Final Match

"I love you guys. I love you fans. I love this city. I'm gonna miss this."After 25 years representing Canada, 46 year-old Daniel Nestor ends his career in front of a home crowd ???

Davis Cup- Team USA stays alive

Team USA stays alive!Mike Bryan and Ryan Harrison defeat the Croatian doubles team 7-5, 7-6(6), 1-6, (5)6-7, 7-6(5).??- 2??- 1

Davis Cup- France makes the final

This is why we love Davis Cup by BNP Paribas.Watch France celebrate their 2nd consecutive final. ??

Davis Cup- France defeats Spain

This...?France back to the Final.France defeats Spain 3-0 in the Davis Cup semifinals.The French await the winner of USA vs Croatia.Watch ??USA vs CRO?? live now→ tnns.ch/TCP1

Davis Cup- Saturday

Every match, every moment.?? USA vs CRO ??→ tnns.ch/TCP1?? FRA vs ESP ??→ tnns.ch/TCP2?? CAN vs NED ??→ tnns.ch/TCP3

Time for Doubles Saturday’s Davis Cup by BNP Paribas OOP Catch every match on Tennis Channel...

Time for Doubles ??Saturday’s Davis Cup by BNP Paribas OOPCatch every match on Tennis Channel and TC PlusCoverage begins 8am ET→ tnns.ch/TCP1

Thiem, Novak win to give Austria 2-0 lead over Australia

Team Austria leads Team Australia, who is without their best player Nick Kyrgios.The Austrians are looking for a seeded spot in February's Davis Cup qualifying round.


Dominic Thiem reached the US Open quarterfinals last week.


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