Unseeded Maria Sakkari defeats three-time Doha champ Iga Swiatek in thrilling 3-set upset at Qatar TotalEnergies Open 2026. Sakkari levels H2H at 4-4 and advances to semis – full match recap.
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Stefanos Tsitsipas defeats Arthur Rinderknech 7-5, 6-3 in Rotterdam ATP 500, advancing to the round of 16 fresh from Davis Cup success. Greek tennis shines with Sakkari also winning.
Russian rising star Mirra Andreeva dominated Greece’s Maria Sakkari in straight sets (6-0, 6-4) during the Australian Open 2026 second round on January 21, advancing with composure against a vocal Melbourne crowd cheering for the Greek player.
Maria Sakkari’s Australian Open 2026 campaign ended in the second round with a straight-sets loss (6-0, 6-4) to rising star Mirra Andreeva, who dominated with clinical play and maturity beyond her years.
Maria Sakkari advances to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-2 win over Léolia Jeanjean, highlighted by a spectacular forehand return around the net post that she compared to shots from Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz
In a heartfelt Melbourne interview, Maria Sakkari confirmed her wedding to Konstantinos Mitsotakis in summer 2027, crediting him for helping her chase tennis dreams amid a demanding career. The Greek No. 1, set to face Léolia Jeanjean in the Australian Open first round, emphasized enjoying the sport, family plans on hold, and a refreshed mindset for the season.
Coco Gauff and Christian Harrison saved the day for Team USA, clinching a dramatic 4-6, 6-4, [10-8] mixed doubles win over Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas after blowing a 6-1 lead in the tiebreak, securing a 2-1 quarterfinal victory and a spot in the United Cup semifinals.
Stefanos Tsitsipas delivered a stunning 6-4, 7-5 victory over Taylor Fritz to level Greece’s United Cup quarterfinal tie against the defending champions USA at 1-1. The Greek star now eyes the deciding mixed doubles to advance.
Coco Gauff delivered a commanding performance to defeat Maria Sakkari 6-3, 6-2 in the United Cup quarterfinal, giving the defending champion United States a crucial 1-0 lead over Greece. The World No. 4 rebounded strongly from recent serving struggles, setting up a men’s singles clash between Taylor Fritz and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari secured Greece’s qualification for the United Cup quarterfinals with hard-fought three-set victories over Billy Harris and Emma Raducanu, marking the team’s return to the knockout stage after two years.
Maria Sakkari claimed her first career victory over Emma Raducanu with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 win in Perth, propelling Greece into the United Cup quarterfinals as Group E winners.
Stefanos Tsitsipas rallies from a set down to defeat Billy Harris 4-6, 6-1, 7-6(4) in a thrilling tiebreak, giving Greece a crucial 1-0 lead over Great Britain at the United Cup. Next up: Emma Raducanu faces Maria Sakkari, with Raducanu holding a perfect 4-0 head-to-head record.
Greece face Great Britain in a crucial United Cup Group E clash on January 5 in Perth, with Tsitsipas and Sakkari aiming to secure top spot. Raducanu’s participation remains uncertain due to a foot injury.
United Cup Community Champions: Greek businesses. Complete list of 2026 honourees in Perth and Sydney, spotlighting Greek contributions amid Greece’s strong start to 2026.
January 2, 2026Perth, Australia Stefanos Tsitsipas kicked off his 2026 season with a straight-sets victory…
Maria Sakkari delivered a commanding straight-sets victory over four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka, 6-4, 6-2, to give Greece a 1-0 lead over Japan in their United Cup 2026 group tie in Perth.
Stefanos Tsitsipas has sent a clear message of confidence and determination, declaring that 2026 could…
Greek tennis sensation Maria Sakkari is engaged to Konstantinos Mitsotakis, son of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The proposal happened over Christmas 2025, with the couple planning a 2027 wedding. Sakkari has been spotted wearing a stunning family heirloom engagement ring.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, recovered from a 2025 back injury, declares an injury-free season his top priority as he leads Greece with Maria Sakkari at the United Cup in Perth, facing Japan on January 2.
Greece will begin its United Cup 2026 campaign against Japan with marquee match-ups, as Maria…
Stefanos Tsitsipas has arrived in Perth, Australia, to kick off his 2026 season at the United Cup, where Greece will face Japan on January 2 and Great Britain on January 5.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari, both former world No. 3s, return for their fourth consecutive United Cup, leading Greece in Group E in Perth against Great Britain and Japan, fueled by strong fan support and their proven on-court chemistry.
Greek tennis star Maria Sakkari reveals in a candid interview how her dream of carrying the Greek flag at the 2024 Paris Olympics alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo was shattered, attributing it to political reasons linked to her relationship with Konstantinos Mitsotakis Jr., son of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The heartbreak contributed to her misery at the Games and a subsequent shoulder injury.
Greece has been drawn into a blockbuster Group E for the 2026 United Cup in Perth, facing Great Britain and Japan in what is already being labelled the ‘group of fire’. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari will return to RAC Arena for the third time in four years, taking on Jack Draper, Emma Raducanu, and Naomi Osaka in the opening week of the new season.
Greece will compete in the United Cup for the fourth consecutive year in 2026, with Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari leading the team in Australia.
Novak Djokovic’s emotional week in Athens transforms the ATP 250 into a celebration of Greek tennis, inspiring a new generation with passionate crowds and historic significance.
Greek tennis star Maria Sakkari has announced the end of her 2025 season, revealing she has been the target of threatening messages following her loss in Tokyo. The world-class athlete took to social media to condemn the toxic culture of online abuse faced by professional players.
Greek tennis star Maria Sakkari has moved up one spot this week to No. 54…
Greek tennis sensations Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas are set to light up the US Open today, August 28, 2025. Sakkari kicks off the action at 6:00 PM EET on Court 7 against Hungary’s Anna Bondar, while Tsitsipas faces Germany’s Daniel Altmaier later at 11:00 PM EET. With both players eyeing a spot in the third round, Greek fans are buzzing with excitement for their stars’ performances in New York.
Maria Sakkari delivered a commanding performance at the 2025 WTA US Open, defeating Tatjana Maria 6-3, 6-2 in the first round. With powerful serves and clutch break point conversions, Sakkari showcased her dominance and mental fortitude, solidifying her status as a top contender.
