Florida news: From Coco Gauff to Taylor Fritz - tennis stars living in the sunshine state
Florida is famously home to a large number of top tennis players, both past and present.
Its warm weather and top-tier facilities make it an ideal base for many professionals.
Here, Florida News Blitz outlines a list of notable tennis players who either currently live or have lived in the sunshine state.
Weather, facilities and tournaments make Florida a smash hit for tennis
With the French Open taking place at Roland Garros through May and June, it’s time for Florida News Blitz to take a look at how prominent tennis is as a sport throughout the sunshine state.
Tennis is a major part of the sports culture in Florida, thanks to the state's warm climate, abundance of facilities, and strong tradition in the sport.
Florida is home to many professional players, prestigious training academies, and a busy calendar of amateur and professional tournaments.
Tennis news: Coco Gauff – one of the leading athletes in 2024 women’s sports
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya takes a look at American tennis star Coco Gauff, who at just 20 years old has established herself as one of this year’s household names in women’s sports.
‘Never even liked tennis anyway’. A look at Andy Murray's greatest moments
Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy takes a look at some of British great Andy Murray's defining moments throughout his long and illustrious career following his retirement from tennis.
Wimbledon 2024 news: Andy Murray out of singles - but will play in doubles
Andy Murray admits he is ‘extremely disappointed’ after pulling out of the men’s singles at Wimbledon 2024 - but he will take part in the men’s doubles.
Wimbledon 2024 news: Wildcard Emma Raducanu’s love for tennis ‘rekindled’
Emma Raducanu says her love for tennis has been ‘rekindled’ - and admits all British players ‘push ourselves more’ during the grass-court season.
Wimbledon news: Return of the two-time king in doubt due to Andy Murray fitness fears
Andy Murray admits he is unsure whether he will be able to play at Wimbledon 2024, which runs from July 1-14.
Tennis news: Andy Murray odds-on to hang up tennis racket before Rafael Nadal
Andy Murray is odds-on with William Hill to retire before long-time rival Rafael Nadal, following their respective first-round exits at the French Open.
French Open news: Roland Garros king Rafa Nadal not ready to close door on career
The French Open kicks off a huge summer of sport for France, with the Olympics taking place in Paris, and Rafael Nadal has given an update on his future plans.