Alcaraz and Nadal to be Olympic doubles partners
Spaniards Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal will team up as doubles partners at the Olympic Games in Paris.
Spaniards Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal will team up as doubles partners at the Olympic Games in Paris.
ATP has today announced a global partnership with OFX, a leading global payments company working with businesses and individuals to help manage and simplify their FX needs. The collaboration will unlock significant enhancements to financial services across the ATP Tour.
OFX will provide a range of global payment solutions to ATP, including prize money payments, a prize money player platform, and corporate FX transactions. The partnership aims to simplify payment processes, enhance data security, and expedite payments for players in their preferred currency.
“Last season the ATP Tour delivered a record US$230 million in compensation to players all over the world,” said Daniele Sanò, ATP Chief Business Officer. “OFX’s services will help us optimise our financial operations, add value to players, and create efficiencies across our global ecosystem. Our partnership is a true brand fit.”
OFX becomes the Official Prize Money Payment Partner of the ATP Tour, through 2027, delivering its leading currency exchange services across the global Tour.
“We are excited to embark on this journey with the ATP Tour as their Official Prize Money Payment Partner,” said Josh Goines, OFX North American regional president. “This partnership underscores our dedication to supporting the growth of the ATP and reflects our commitment to delivering seamless financial solutions to these tremendous athletes worldwide.”
OFX, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, boasts a significant presence globally, with offices in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore. The company has established itself as a leader in international money transfer and currency exchange, with an impressive track record of success and innovation. In addition to its partnership with ATP, OFX holds prestigious sponsorships across various sports, including the ITF, Irish Legends Golf Tour, United Rugby Championships, and Super League Triathlon.
Home, sweet home.
Jannik Sinner returned to his hometown of Sexten in northern Italy Tuesday to continue the celebration of his ascent to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings. The 22-year-old was warmly received by a large contingent of media and local residents.
“It’s always an amazing feeling going back where I was born, where my family raised me. It’s always a special feeling,” Sinner said ahead of the trip. “Coming home, I always have my memories in my head, going to ski and seeing myself with friends playing as a little kid and child. Always coming back to that place is special.
“It makes me feel home, it makes me feel very happy where I am from and very proud. Giving something back to this beautiful place, it’s something truly amazing.”
Sinner became the first Italian singles player, man or woman, to reach the pinnacle of tennis since the inception of computerised rankings in 1973.
“I think the reaction in Italy will be great. They gave me so much energy, especially in the moments where I was struggling. Sharing this moment with them and with all the people who support me, it’s amazing,” Sinner said. “I was always looking forward to giving something back to the people who helped me and share success with them. And now I can share this World No. 1, which is the ultimate goal for every player, with the whole country. It’s one of the best feelings.”
The No.1 club called, and the former No.1’s are so glad you answered, Jannik ❤️
Hard work and perseverance got him here, and now the legends of the game unite to welcome their newest member🥇#S1NNER | #PIF | #ATPRankings | #partner pic.twitter.com/Ko1nd6Ij8t
— ATP Tour (@atptour) June 10, 2024
The World No. 1 was received at a special welcome ceremony by local officials including Sexten mayor Thomas Summerer. Sinner signed the golden book of his hometown, which the town only uses for the most special events. He was the first to sign it.
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Photo Credit: Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour
The superstar also visited Tennishalle Sexten, the tennis centre where he first began to play tennis. Sinner met with the many kids there to greet him, answered questions for the crowd and also spoke to the media.
Jannik Sinner made history Monday when he climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings following Roland Garros.
The 22-year-old now stands at the pinnacle of the sport, which he says is “the biggest meaning we have in our sport. It’s the best number you can have”.
In the latest edition of ATPTour.com’s ‘Tuesday Trivia’ series, we test your knowledge of Sinner’s rise to World No. 1.
British number one Cameron Norrie says he “did not play my best tennis” after needing three sets to beat Japanese qualifier Sho Shimabukuro in the first round of the Nottingham Open.
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Andy Murray’s first match of the grass-court season ends in defeat by American Marcos Giron at the Stuttgart Open.
Alexander Zverev withdrew from the BOSS OPEN on Tuesday due to fatigue.
The No. 4 player in the PIF ATP Rankings reached the Roland Garros final, his second championship match at a Grand Slam tournament (2020 US Open).
[ATP APP]“I’ve played a lot of tennis in the last few weeks and reached the final in Paris, where I played five tough sets,” Zverev said. “I feel that my body is not ready to go from clay to grass now.”
The German owns a 34-10 record this season. He won an ATP Masters 1000 title on clay in Rome.
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Emma Raducanu defies a late wobble to get her grass-court season off to a winning start with a straight sets victory over Japan’s Ena Shibahara.