Tag: tennis
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Team Malta narrowly misses tennis bronze as Mediterranean Games action continues
Team Malta endured a busy day of competition at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto on Sunday, with Maltese athletes in action in tennis, athletics and sailing. The day was highlighted by a narrow medal near-miss in the men’s doubles tennis competition, while Jeremy Zammit registered a season-best performance in the long jump. Alex De Gabriele…
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Francesca Curmi claims prestigious ITF W75 Blois Title in career-defining triumph
Maltese tennis star Francesca Curmi has achieved one of the biggest milestones of her professional career after capturing the ITF W75 Blois title in France, defeating Alevtina Ibragimova in straight sets in Sunday’s final. The Maltese number one delivered a composed and confident performance to secure a 6-3, 7-5 victory, capping off an outstanding week…
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Malta secures Gold and Silver in Small States U14 Tennis Championships
Malta’s Julia Perrera Vega and Pippa Cutugno have both reached the final of the Small States U14 Championships, ensuring the nation will take home both gold and silver medals. Julia advanced to the final with wins over opponents from Luxembourg and Montenegro before defeating the top seed from Cyprus. Pippa followed a similar path, also…
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Evan Galea Shines at JC Ferrero Tennis Europe Tournament
Young Maltese tennis prodigy Evan Galea served out an impressive performance at the prestigious JC Ferrero Tennis Europe tournament in Spain. Competing in the U16 category, Evan advanced to the semi-finals in the singles draw, showcasing his skill and determination against top international talent. He didn’t stop there–Evan also claimed victory in the U16 doubles…
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Maltese tennis sensation Francesca Curmi thrills again
Malta’s rising tennis star Francesca Curmi has secured her place in the semi-finals of the prestigious W50 Funchal tennis tournament after a hard-fought victory against Daria Snigur, the Ukrainian top seed and a formidable competitor. Curmi showcased her exceptional skill and determination, outmaneuvering Snigur in a match that highlighted her growing prowess on the professional…
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Rafael Nadal announces his retirement from tennis
Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal, born in 1986 has announced his retirement from tennis after a successful career that marked him as one of the best tennis players in history. Nadal was the youngest person ever to win a Career Grand Slam at 24 years old in 2010 and won all possible tennis titles and…
