Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas was forced to retire from his Barcelona ATP 500 quarterfinal match against Arthur Fils due to illness. Struggling early, Tsitsipas left the court for medical attention but could not continue, handing Fils a spot in the semifinals against Carlos Alcaraz.
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Maria Sakkari has reunited with former coach Tom Hill, 14 months after their split, to revive her career. Hill, who previously guided her to a top-10 ranking and two Grand Slam semifinals, rejoins the world No.82 as she struggles with form and a shoulder injury. The duo will start their second stint at the Madrid Open.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, the No. 3 seed, battled past Sebastian Korda 7-6 (4), 6-4 to reach the Barcelona Open quarter-finals for the fifth consecutive year. In a serve-dominated clay-court clash, Tsitsipas capitalized on a first-set tiebreak and an early second-set break to secure victory, avenging a prior loss to Korda. He now faces No. 7 seed Arthur Fils at Real Club de Tenis Barcelona.
Stefanos Tsitsipas battled through a tough match to defeat Australian Jordan Thompson (4-6, 6-4, 6-2) and secure a spot in the round of 16 at the Monte Carlo Masters 1000. The Greek champion will now face the winner of Nuno Borges vs. Pedro Martínez as he looks to continue his strong performance on the Monaco clay courts.
Petros and Stefanos Tsitsipas staged a dramatic comeback at the Monte-Carlo Masters, overcoming a 1-5 tie-break deficit and saving double match points to beat Christian Harrison and Evan King 4-6, 7-6(7), 10-8. Marking their fourth consecutive second-round appearance at the tournament, the Greek duo will next face Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool.
On April 6, 1896, the Olympic Games were reborn in Athens, 1,500 years after Roman Emperor Theodosius I banned them in 393 A.D. to curb pagan traditions. At the opening ceremony, King Georgios I of Greece and 60,000 spectators welcomed athletes from 13 nations to the Panathenaic Stadium. The ancient Olympics, first recorded in 776 B.C. at Olympia during a festival honoring Zeus, had thrived for over a millennium, expanding from foot races to include wrestling, chariot racing, and the pentathlon, before their suppression under Roman rule.
Maria Sakkari, a proud Greek tennis player, shared her heartbreak after the Federation barred her from being a flag bearer at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. Initially thrilled to join Giannis Antetokounmpo in the role, she said her dream was shattered due to political fallout from her relationship.
Renowned tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou has proposed a radical change to the sport, suggesting players be limited to one serve per point to reduce aces and encourage longer rallies. The idea has sparked debate about the future of tennis.
Maria Sakkari hit back at criticism over her drop outside the top 80 WTA rankings after losing to Qinwen Zheng in Charleston, highlighting her injury recovery in a pointed X reply on April 3, 2025.
Greek-Australian tennis icon Nick Kyrgios and influencer Costeen Hatzi have reportedly parted ways after nearly four years together. Known for his fiery talent and proud Hellenic roots, Kyrgios has been a beloved figure both on and off the court. The couple, once dubbed one of Australian tennis’ most iconic duos, built a life filled with love, travel, and a dachshund named Boo—yet lifestyle differences have led them to new paths. As Kyrgios stages an inspiring comeback in the US, his Greek spirit continues to shine bright.
She’s walked for Paris Couture Week, graced the pages of Harper’s Bazaar, and mentored on Greece’s Next Top Model. But behind the glamour, Mary Vitinaros is every bit as grounded as the place she calls home.
Karen Khachanov overcame a fading Nick Kyrgios in the second round of the 2025 Miami Open, securing a 7-6(3), 6-0 victory after the Australian, hampered by shoulder discomfort, lost momentum following a tight first-set tiebreak.
Stella Michailidou, the 22-year-old Star Hellas 2024 from Thessaloniki, will represent Greece at the 72nd Miss World pageant in Telangana, India, from May 7-31, 2025. A model, dancer, and athlete, she aims to embody the modern Greek woman on a global stage, calling it “a great honor and tremendous responsibility.” Inspired by Greece’s 1996 win in India, Michailidou seeks to inspire and empower, supported by her family and a dedicated team.
Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Holger Rune advanced to the third round of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 with commanding victories. Medvedev defeated Yunchaokete Bu 6-2, 6-2, Tsitsipas beat Thiago Wild 6-2, 6-4, and Rune overcame Corentin Moutet 6-2, 6-4. Meanwhile, top seed Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud suffered unexpected losses in their opening matches.
Tennis star Andriana Petrakis has been awarded a $10k Young Achiever Scholarship at the 2025 Woman of the Year Awards. Ranked number five internationally in the women’s singles People with an Intellectual Impairment category, Petrakis is not only a rising sports star but also a passionate disability advocate
On March 6, 2025, the draws for Greece’s Men’s and Women’s National Teams were conducted. The Men’s team will face Brazil in the Davis Cup, while the Women’s team will travel to Vilnius for the Billie Jean King Cup playoffs.
Stefanos Tsitsipas ended his nearly year-long title drought by winning the Dubai Championships, playing with a new “mystery” racket. This victory marked his first ATP 500 title since 2023, propelling him back into the top 10 rankings. Tsitsipas discussed how the equipment change brought a refreshing new feeling to his game, which he believes was key to his success in Dubai.
Stefanos Tsitsipas ended his nearly year-long title drought by winning the Dubai Championships, playing with a new “mystery” racket. This victory marked his first ATP 500 title since 2023, propelling him back into the top 10 rankings. Tsitsipas discussed how the equipment change brought a refreshing new feeling to his game, which he believes was key to his success in Dubai.
Thanasi Kokkinakis underwent surgery to address a persistent pectoral injury, with tennis legend Boris Becker sending his well wishes for a smooth rehabilitation. Fellow ATP players, including Borna Coric and Matt Ebden, also expressed their support as Kokkinakis aims for a strong comeback.
The 26-year-old Greek produced a strong performance to beat his in-form Canadian opponent 6-3 6-3.…