ATP TENNIS
Women’s singles in Rome: Who plays in the Italian Open today? Keys, Swiatek, Badosa, Gauff, Collins...
The Italian Open, also known as the Internazionali d’Italia, has a rich and storied history in the world of tennis.
As the second joint Masters 1000 event of the season on clay, this tournament serves as a crucial warm-up for the upcoming French Open. The 2024 Italian Open features a strong field of women’s tennis players, and several contenders are vying for the title.
In addition, In 2023, the ATP announced changes to the calendar, extending the Italian Open and other events to 12-day tournaments, similar to the Masters 1000 events in Indian Wells and Miami.
What is the schedule for today at the Open in Rome?
Number 5 M. Sakkari already beat V. Gracheva today by 6-2 and 6-2. Moreover, 13 D. Collins beat A. Blinkova 6-4 and 6-0, that last set finished on a walkover.
While Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are the favorites, surprises can always happen in tennis. Keep an eye on other talented competitors like Elena Rybakina, Ons Jabeur, and Coco Gauff, who could also make a splash in Rome.