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TORONTO (AP) — Amanda Anisimova beat eighth-seeded Emma Navarro 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 on Sunday in an all-American semifinal in the windy National Bank Open. “Huge accomplishment,” said Anisimova, ranked 132nd in the world. “Something I’ve been working really hard toward.” She will face third-seeded defending champion Jessica Pegula in the final Monday in another all-American match. Pegula beat No. 14 Diana Shnaider of Russia 6-4, 6-3. Anisimova took a mental-health break from tennis last year. The 22-year-old player has two WTA Tour titles — in 2019 in Bogota and 2022 in Melbourne.

Amanda Anisimova beats Emma Navarro in windy National Bank Open semifinal

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Andrey Rublev is a different player than he is a person many times. On the court, he can easily lose control and suffer emotional meltdowns that cause him harm. Somehow he comes across as needing a huge hug even though the volatility of his anger can be unsettling. Off the court, he seems like a very likable person who you might enjoy a pint with.

Tennis News: Andrey Rublev, Danielle Collins and Naomi Osaka

The WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto has featured a mix of success for stars near the top of the WTA Rankings and runs from lower-ranked players. The big hard-court event started just two days after the Paris Olympics tennis tournament concluded on clay — and there were 17 players who withdrew before the women’s singles draw in Canada.

WTA Rankings Winners & Losers Toronto: Amanda Anisimova +83, Caroline Wozniacki -14, Aryna Sabalenka cuts gap to Coco Gauff

“I’m pretty surprised with how well I’ve been able to do so far,” Amanda Anisimova said of her week in Toronto on Sunday. She’s surely not the only one who feels that way. To say her performance has been unexpected would be an understatement. The New Jersey native has never won a title, and had never made a WTA 1000 final before today. She took a nine-month mental health break from the sport in 2023, and she was ranked 132nd to start the week.

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The Canadian athlete completed in only her second singles event all season on her home turf.

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

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World No 1 Iga Swiatek has been handed a tough draw at the Cincinnati Open as the Pole returns to action after her Olympic Games campaign. A semi-finalist in Cincinnati a year ago, the 23-year-old will be looking to run to the title this year – and seal her first tournament win since Roland Garros.

Cincinnati Open women’s singles draw: Iga Swiatek handed tough quarter, Coco Gauff vs Zheng Qinwen projected QF

The Spanish coach has worked with two world No. 1s in Ferrero and Alcaraz. Antonio M. Cascales has spent practically a whole lifetime in the world of tennis. After over a decade coaching children in Villena, a small Spanish city near Alicante, a young Juan Carlos Ferrero crossed his path, at just 10 years of age. The rest is a success story that is alive to this day through Carlos Alcaraz, who trains with Ferrero and is joined by Cascales for a few weeks every year.

ATP Coach of the Month: Antonio M. Cascales

Jannik Sinner failed to match his win at the 2023 Canadian Open this year as he was bounced out in the quarterfinals in three sets by Andrey Rublev. Worse, and much more long-term, the Italian was struggling with a hip injury that had nagged him for months. There is a chance that the only way to get completely healthy is to not play.

Tennis News: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Nick Kyrgios

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The second Masters-1000 event before the US Open takes place in Cincinnati. Unsurprisingly, there is a very strong ATP entry list for the tournament. Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz and 2021 US Open winner Daniil Medvedev are among the top men’s players set to be in action. However, three ATP players have decided to withdraw from the Cincinnati Open. This article names those who have withdrawn and then lists their four replacements in the draw.

Four ATP Players Withdraw From Cincinnati Open

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

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Alexei Popyrin knocked off five top-20 players in a row -- the last being No. 5 seed Andrey Rublev -- en route to winning the National Bank Open on Monday night for the biggest singles title of his career.

Alexei Popyrin beats Andrey Rublev to win National Bank Open

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

H2H: 2-0 Pablo Carreno-Busta has lost three of his last five matches. Last week in Montreal, Pablo lost against Rune in the second round of the tournament in straight sets. Carreno-Busta showed some signs of improvement in his fitness. He is still playing with his protected ranking. Unfortunately, the injuries have ruined the last two seasons for him. So far this season, Busta has played only a couple of matches. His last appearance in Cincinnati was in 2022, where he lost in the first round against Kecmanovic.

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Nick Kyrgios is preparing to make his return to tennis later this month, as he is scheduled to take his place in a high-quality field at the UTS New York event. UTS New York takes place at the legendary Forest Hills Stadium, the site of the US Open Tennis Championships for 60 years, a few days between August 22-23.

Nick Kyrgios comeback set to be given the green light later this month

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Italian explains that he is feeling 'quite good' entering Cincinnati. Jannik Sinner struggled physically during his quarter-final loss in Montreal. But on Monday, the Italian quelled any fears fans had during his press conference ahead of the Cincinnati Open, where he is the top seed. “I feel quite good. Obviously...

Sinner on hip scare: 'I'm not afraid'

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

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Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

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Amanda Anisimova advanced to her first WTA 1000 final after defeating No.15 Emma Navarro 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 in the semifinals of the National Bank Open on Sunday. Now ranked No.132, Anisimova is the lowest-ranked Canadian Open finalist in 40 years. Toronto: Scores | Draws | Order of Play. Anisimova will...

Anisimova makes first WTA 1000 final in Toronto; to face 2023 champ Pegula

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Popyrin shares Hewitt advice following Montreal title

Australian defeated Rublev to win maiden ATP Masters 1000 trophy. Alexei Popyrin delivered for Australia at the Omnium Banque Nationale présenté par Rogers in Montreal on...

Popyrin shares Hewitt advice following Montreal title

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