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Firdows Matheen is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. She has four years of writing and editing experience from the entertainment and media sectors. Being an ardent fan of Tennis, she frequently breaks down a tennis dispute or debates the fierce rivalry between contemporary top-ranked ATP players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. In addition, she writes in-depth reports from post-match interviews and weekly podcasts. Rafael Nadal's retirement evokes strong emotions in Firdows, particularly when she's writing about him. Considering that Novak Djokovic is close to retiring due to injury concerns, she frequently discusses the formal end of the Big 3 era. When she's not crying over the retirement of players or watching the younger generation take over, she can be seen reading or gaming.

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Extra Effort Forced by King Richard Was What Made Venus and Serena Great, Claims Ex-Coach

Rick Macci, childhood coach of Serena and Venus Williams, reveals how the players practiced hard to perfect their serve back in the day!

Aryna Sabalenka Refuses to Reveal Inside Jokes With 18-YO WTA Prodigy as New Friendship Brews at Abu Dhabi

Aryna Sabalenka shares a comical moment with Mirra Andreeva after the Hawks team defeat the Falcons team in the 2024 WTL Finals.

Jannik Sinner Reflects on a Rollercoaster 2024 Season as He Praises Coach Simone Vagnozzi for His Undying Support

Jannik Sinner credits his coach for his incredible rise in the 2024 season, after clinching eight tiles and ending the year as World No.1!

Nick Kyrgios Revisits Casper Ruud Drama After Old Clip Resurfaces Amid Controversial Fan Interaction

Nick Kyrgios shoots back at fan who makes a snide comment about his past feud with Casper Ruud as the pair pair up for the 2024 WTL

American Tennis Player Who Beefed With Novak Djokovic Reveals a Surprising Side of Life on Tour

Ben Shelton reveals what he found to be the most surprising part of being a professional tennis player two years into turning pro.

‘Teach Me Better Stuff’- ‘Terrible Friend’ Aryna Sabalenka’s Cheeky Advice to Paula Badosa Over Learning Spanish

Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa once again showcase their endearing friendship side with a little banter at the 2024 WTL in Abu Dhabi!

Emma Raducanu’s 1-Word Reaction Confirms Her Feelings on Anna Kalinskaya’s Bedazzling Fit

Anna Kalinskaya receives a one-word compliment on her stunning looks from Emma Raducanu ahead of their comeback 2025 season!

Chris Evert Demands Justice for 9x Wimbledon Champ Friend Amid Growing Roger Federer Support

Chris Evert raises call for justice as fan tweets debatable question to whether Roger Federer should receive a statue at Wimbledon or not.

Jannik Sinner’s Sponsorship Deals at High-Risk Amidst WADA Ban as Prominent Lawyer Raises Major Warning

Jannik Sinner's doping controversy takes a new angle as lawyer Angelo Cascella suggests there’s more at stake for the World No. 1

Nick Kyrgios and Aussie Stars Face Veiled Challenge From Italian Pro Ahead of Australian Open 2025

Matteo Arnaldi is gearing up to put up quite the show at the 2025 Australian Open in January for the Aussie players

Will Jenson Brooksby Return to the 2025 Australian Open? Here Are All the Details on His Comeback and Reduced Ban

Jenson Brooksby’s last two years have been tough, battling a ban and injuries, but he’s now ready to make his comeback!

Next Gen Finals: Controversial Scenes Unfold as 19-YO ATP Star Forced to Take Doping Test Mid-Match

Jakub Mensik faces a tough challenge at the Next Gen ATP Finals in Saudi Arabia where he was asked to give an anti-doping test mid-match!
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