Tennis

Britain’s Jack Draper claimed the biggest title of his career with an assured win over Denmark’s Holger Rune in the Indian Wells final. Draper, 23, was dominant from the start as he brushed aside world number 13 Rune in a 6-2 6-2 victory. Lifting his first trophy at an ATP …

Rising Russian star Mirra Andreeva became the first 17-year-old player to reach the women’s final at Indian Wells since 2001 after overcoming defending champion Iga Swiatek in the last four. She beat the world number two for the second time in as many tournaments, after knocking her out at the …

Draper won the first set against Shelton with a serving performance every bit as commanding as the one he produced in his fourth-round win over Taylor Fritz. He conceded just three points on serve, and one break was enough to secure the first set. However, the partisan crowd did not …

Watch highlights as Great Britain’s Jack Draper beats American Ben Shelton in Indian Wells to set up a semi-final against two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. BBC News

Defending champion Iga Swiatek cruised past China’s Zheng Qinwen in straight sets to reach the Indian Wells semi-finals. Zheng beat Swiatek on the way to winning gold at last year’s Paris Olympics – but was no match for the Pole in their first meeting since. The world number two claimed …

“With the change in format, the competition will be even more challenging but I’m confident I’ve got a group of players who will rise to the occasion and give it their best,” GB captain Anne Keothavong said. “Representing our country is always an honour and we look forward to the …

Momentum swung Draper’s way after a peculiar moment at the change of ends following the ninth game of the first set. With a few spots of rain falling onto the court, Fritz packed his racquet into his bag and sat waiting, while Draper was ready to play. After a short …

Former Olympic champion Belinda Bencic continued her sensational form since returning from maternity leave by beating Coco Gauff to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals. Bencic, who gave birth to her daughter Bella last April, battled hard to win 3-6 6-3 6-4 against American third seed Gauff. The 28-year-old Swiss player …

Ukrainian Elina Svitolina says she has received “love and support” from the US public during her run to the Indian Wells last eight. Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky clashed with US counterpart Donald Trump in a furious televised exchange at the White House last month. The countries have since resumed talks …

Defending champion Iga Swiatek clinched her place in the Indian Wells quarter-finals with a 6-1 6-1 thrashing of Karolina Muchova. Poland’s Swiatek is bidding to become the first woman to win the California tournament three times, having also sealed the title in 2022. Swiatek’s match against Muchova was delayed by …

Kartal had a superb end to 2024, winning her first WTA Tour title and breaking into the world’s top 100. It came after a difficult start to the year where the 23-year-old was “in and out of hospital” after a health scare. After three months out, Kartal returned to the …

Carlos Alcaraz discusses the legacy Spain team-mate Rafael Nadal will leave after his retirement. BBC News

Watch as Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray practise ahead of the Australian Open in Melbourne. BBC News

Britain’s Emma Raducanu says she avoided using antiseptic spray on a recent bite that caused her ankle to swell, such is the care she feels she must take to avoid positive tests for prohibited substances. BBC News

“His legacy is one of excellence, dedication, and a profound love for tennis. “His impact on the sport will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege to witness his contributions.” Stolle was among the Australians – along with Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Ken Rosewall and John Newcombe …

Former champion Naomi Osaka said her Indian Wells first-round exit was the “worst match I’ve ever played in my life”. Japan’s Osaka, playing her first match since retiring injured from January’s Australian Open, lost 6-4 6-4 to Camila Osorio. The four-time major champion described the defeat in a news conference …

Great Britain have been handed an away tie against Poland as they look to avoid relegation from the top tier of the Davis Cup. Leon Smith’s side, seeded fourth in the draw, face the unseeded Poles in a World Group I best-of-five tie in September. The winners will progress to …

A tearful Nick Kyrgios was forced to retire from his first-round Indian Wells match with a wrist injury as his tennis return suffered another setback. The Australian, playing his first match since January’s Australian Open, trailed Botic van de Zandschulp 7-6 (9-7) 3-0 before ending the match early. Kyrgios became …

Archer also addressed the suspension of Stefano Vukov, the former coach of 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. The Czech has been banned for an undisclosed period by the WTA following an independent investigation into his behaviour towards the player. Vukov, who is currently unable to access accredited areas at tournaments, …