Tennis

Wimbledon 2023: Expert Predictions and Potential SurprisesWith the Wimbledon draws complete, experts weigh in on the potential champions and biggest surprises in both the men's and women's tournaments.Women's Champion Predictions:* Iga Swiatek: Despite facing Grand Slam champions, Swiatek's dominance on clay suggests she could complete a Channel Slam.* Aryna Sabalenka: Despite a drop in ranking, Sabalenka's powerful game and first-strike mentality make her a strong favorite.* Ons Jabeur: After reaching the Wimbledon final last year, Jabeur aims to break through for her first Grand Slam title.* Elena Rybakina: The reigning Wimbledon champion has had a strong season and is a contender to retain her title.Men's Champion Predictions:* Carlos Alcaraz: The Roland Garros champion is a threat on grass with his X-factor on big points.* Jannik Sinner: The world No. 1 has won his first grass-court title and is a strong contender.* Hubert Hurkacz: With a big serve and determination, Hurkacz could ride his momentum to his first major title.* Alexander Zverev: Zverev's favorable draw and grass-court prowess make him a potential champion.Potential Surprises in the Women's Draw:* Dayana Yastremska: The rising star has established herself in the Top 30 and could upset higher-seeded players.* Daria Kasatkina: Her experience and playing style give her a chance to reach the Wimbledon semis for the first time.* Donna Vekic: The unseeded floater has the potential to break open the draw.* Emma Raducanu: The wildcard entrant could reach the quarterfinals, as she did in 2021.Potential Surprises in the Men's Draw:* Jack Draper: The British wildcard has shown impressive form and could be a surprise title contender.* Sebastian Korda: With a favorable draw and strong grass-court game, Korda could make a deep run.* Marcos Giron: The American has produced notable grass-court wins this month and could challenge top players.* Taylor Fritz: Fritz's grass-court prowess and favorable draw make him a potential semifinalist.

The Fenesta National Tennis Championship, a prestigious event in the Indian tennis calendar, is set to return to the DLTA Complex in New Delhi from September 30 to October 5. The tournament will feature competitions in various age categories, including men's, women's, and under-18 events for both boys and girls.The first week of the championship will witness the men's, women's, and under-18 events. The following week will be dedicated to the under-16 and under-14 events for boys and girls, as has been the tradition over the years.The Fenesta National Tennis Championship holds significant importance in the Indian tennis landscape. It provides a platform for young and aspiring players to showcase their skills and compete against the best in the country. The tournament has a rich history of producing talented players who have gone on to represent India at the international level.However, despite the tournament's significance, the Indian tennis calendar currently lacks international events for men and women. Anil Dhupar, secretary-general of the All India Tennis Association (AITA), has hinted that the next set of international events for men and women will be staged from September.Prior to March, Indian tennis had a busy schedule of Challengers, a WTA event, and a series of ITF events for both men and women. Since then, the cream of Indian tennis has been competing around the world, seeking to build on the gains made from the international events hosted in India.The Fenesta National Tennis Championship will provide an opportunity for Indian players to fine-tune their skills and prepare for the upcoming international events. The tournament will also serve as a selection platform for the Indian team that will participate in the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup.