Tennis News Today: Carlos Alcaraz bemoans Paris Masters court conditions after shock exit; Elena Rybakina breaks silence on split with ex-coach Stefano Vukov as she hires Goran Ivanisevic
Carlos Alcaraz complained about the court conditions after his early defeat at the Paris Masters. Meanwhile, Martina Navratilova called George Bush a 'coward' for not supporting either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris during the American elections.
In other news, Elena Rybakina cleared the air about her decision to part ways with her former coach Stefano Vukov after paring up with Goran Ivanisevic as her new coach. Also, Paula Badosa crashed Stefano Tsitsipas' interview during the Paris Masters.
Here is a list of all the top tennis news:
Carlos Alcaraz complains about the court conditions at the Paris Masters
The World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz complained about the court conditions after losing against Ugo Humbert in Paris. The Spaniard questioned the tournament's decision to have faster courts after he suffered a shock loss against the Frenchman.
Alcaraz was the top seed at the tournament after Jannik Sinner's withdrawal. However, the Spanish star could not capitalize after losing to Humbert 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 in a thrilling three-setter. After his defeat, Alcaraz complained about the fast nature of the court in Paris.
"When I played the first match, the stats came out that it is the fastest court in the Masters 1000, probably on the tour right now. This is crazy. I don't know. Probably and the fastest one, you know, in the last ten years in this tournament." Alcaraz said.
Read more: "I don't understand why they did it" - Carlos Alcaraz complains about Paris Masters courts again after shocking loss to local Ugo Humbert
Martina Navratilova slams George Bush for not endorsing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump for the upcoming elections
Former WTA star has questioned George Bush's decision not to endorse either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris for the upcoming American elections. Navratilova called Bush 'a coward' for not speaking about the Presidential elections.
Navratilova replied to a user on Twitter who suggested that Bush should have been vocal about the elections given many Republicans have taken their stance about the upcoming elections. However, Bush has maintained a low profile and opted not to show his support to any candidate.
Navratilova called George Bush a coward for failing to voice his opinion and show support for either of the Presidential candidates.
"W. Bush is a coward…" Navratilova tweeted
Read more: Martina Navratilova calls former President George W. Bush a 'coward' for refusing to endorse Kamala Harris or Donald Trump ahead of 2024 US elections
Elena Rybakina opens up about her relationship with her former coach Stefano Vukov
Elena Rybakina has opened up about her relationship with her former coach Stefano Vukov. The Kazakh star has claimed that the duo enjoyed great success together and decided to mutually part ways.
Rybakina admitted that it was a big change to split with her long-term coach but added that it was a good change for herself and her team. The 25-year-old won multiple titles with Vukov as her coach during a successful period together.
"I know that a lot of I guess rumors going on. But honestly we just part ways with Stefano. I think we had incredible results over five years. We achieved a lot. I started with him when I was 20. I think it's just now next chapter of my career. Of course it's a big change, but I think that it's going to be good change," Elena Rybakina said.
Elena Rybakina has announced that she will work with Goran Ivanisevic as her new coach. Ivanisevic has worked with Novak Djokovic in the past, winning multiple Grand Slam titles with the Serbian.
Read more: Elena Rybakina clears the air about split with ex-coach Stefano Vukov amid 'rumors' going on about turbulent end to relationship
Stefanos Tsitsipas' press conference gets hilariously interrupted by girlfriend Paula Badosa
Paula Badosa hilariously interrupted her boyfriend Stefanos Tstisipas' press conference after his Paris Masters win. Badosa and Tstisipas are enjoying some quality time together in Paris.
Tsitsipas defeated Francisco Cerundolo 6-7 (1), 6-4, 6-2 in the third round of the Paris Masters. After his match, the Greek star was speaking to the media, when Badosa appeared out of nowhere to interrupt his press conference. When asked about Tsitsipas' performance, Badosa praised the Greek's composure and mentality.
"I am really proud of how he fought through that, especially the mental side it is never easy and also when you have all the pressure and expectations in this kind of matches, so I think he did great" said Badosa during the interview on Tennis Channel.
Read more: WATCH: Stefanos Tsitsipas' girlfriend Paula Badosa hilariously crashes Greek's post-match interview at Paris Masters