BNP Paribas Open CANCELLED due to CORONAVIRUS outbreak!!→

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The BNP PARIBAS Open Tennis Tournament held in Indian Wells, California has been CANCELLED due to a Coronavirus outbreak!!

The BNP Paribas Open is unofficially known as the “5th Grand Slam.” Next to the 4 Grand Slams @bnpparibasopen has the highest attendance numbers, high prize money, is a favorite among players making the turn out of the top WTA and ATP tour player’s consistently strong, and with Larry Ellison’s incredible contributions to the grounds the BNP Paribas Open has one of the most attractive and fan friendly settings.

The Riverside County Public Health Department declared a public health emergency earlier today (Sunday March 8th) for the desert cities 110 miles east of Los Angeles, including Indian Wells. Qualifying rounds were to start Monday March 9th, and the main draw was to begin Wednesday March 11th.

Myself and the TALK TENNIS team are currently in Indian Wells. Check out this piece to see a glimpse inside 2 of the hotels a good majority of the players stay at, and some reactions from the tennis industry.

2019 International Tennis Hall of Fame Induction Press Conference

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The International Tennis Hall of Fame in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island recently welcomed 3 new members: Li Na of China, Yevgeny Kafelnikov of Russia, and Mary Pierce of France. Tune in to this episode of TALK TENNIS to get a sneak peak behind the scenes at the Press Conference with the inductees before the ceremony commenced.

The Tennis Hall of Fame Open in Newport Rhode Island!! Congratulations John Isner!!!

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Check out this episode of TALK TENNIS as Kerry and the TALK TENNIS team head to gorgeous Rhode Island for the International Tennis Hall of Fame Open! Just after Wimbledon each year, top ATP World Tour Pros head to Newport to compete in the Hall of Fame Open, the first stop of the summer swing for pro tennis in the United States. Contested on the historic grass tennis courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, offers the only opportunity to see professional men’s tennis in the Northeast prior to the US Open.

Maria Sharapova defeats Simona Halep in the first round at the US open!!!!

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Maria Sharapova defeats Simona Halep in the first round at the US open!!!!

In one of the most epic female matches I have EVER watched, Maria Sharapova in her first round match at her first slam tournament since her suspension, takes out #2 player Simona Halep in 3 massively intense sets! Wow wow wow!!!!! Watch the final points, winning shot, and winning on court interview live here!!

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