James Walker-Roberts

Iga Swiatek says she “always wanted to inspire” but is still getting to grips with the expectations and “baggage” that comes with being the best in the world.

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek progressed into the semi-finals of the Mutua Madrid Open after a battling 4-6 6-0 6-2 victory over Beatriz Haddad Maia on Tuesday afternoon. Swiatek appeared to be cruising in the first set with a 4-1 lead but was pegged back by the Brazilian. However, the Pole recovered in fine style to book her place in the last four of the tournament.

Cameron Norrie has tipped Casper Ruud as a favourite for French Open glory this summer.

Rafael Nadal says he is leaving Madrid with “positive energy” as he spoke about his “personal goals” ahead of the Italian Open and French Open.

Emma Raducanu's plans for the rest of the clay season are taking shape. The 21-year-old has entered into qualifying for the French Open, which starts on Monday, May 20. She is also entered to play a tournament in Strasbourg that week, but might be hoping to secure a main-draw spot at the French Open as she is currently the fifth alternate on the entry list.

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face off during the Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk Press Conference at Outernet London on November 16, 2023 in London, England.

Maro Itoje will be free to play in Saracens’ Gallagher Premiership run-in after having his citing for a dangerous tackle dismissed.

World No. 4 Elena Rybakina reached the semi-finals of the Madrid Open with a hard-fought win over Yulia Putintseva. Rybakina saved two match points and fought back from 5-2 down to beat Putintseva, who smashed her racquet on the court in frustration after the match. Rybakina next faces either world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka or 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva.

Elena Rybakina saved two match points as she dug deep for a dramatic comeback win over Yulia Putintseva in the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open.

It’s not uncommon in football for players to swap shirts at the end of matches, but it’s not seen so much in tennis.