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Singapore Slammers is your 2016 IPTL Champion! #Repeat

Slammers retain the IPTL crown Hyderabad, December 11th 2016 FINAL: INDIAN ACES 14-30 OUE SINGAPORE SLAMMERS After an 10-day 3-nation tour, the Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) 2016 culminated in an exciting grand finale with an epic showdown between the two table-shoppers, here at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in the historic city of Hyderabad. The OUE Singapore Slammers retained the IPTL title in a rematch of last’s years final although this time was played in the Aces home ground. A stunning 30-14 and a marvelous display for each player of the Singapore side. “We are waiting for the final”, said the Slammers coach Purav Raja. And he didn’t lie. The Indian professional tennis player was aware of the comfortable Head-to-head that the Aces have had in this 2016 edition: a 3-0 in matches, with narrow, tight and strong wins. But he also knew that this previous results could go in their favor. As for the match, there is absolutely no doubt that C... ... See more

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IPTL 2016 championship: Indian Aces or OUE Singapore Slammers a Dream Final Showdown

Just like a Real Madrid versus FC Barcelona. Or a Manchester United versus Liverpool FC. The Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League will have its dream final showdown. The two best teams of this 2016 edition facing each other with just one thing in mind: the title. Indian Aces versus OUE Singapore Slammers. Same final as 2015. The two strongest teams fighting for the crown. In Japan, the Aces had a perfect Day 1 with a 30-17 victory over the Japan Warriors and a spectacular comeback on Day 2 thanks to team hero Kirsten Flipkens, who defeated Kiki Bertens after returning to stay in the set and force a Shoot-Out against the Slammers (25-26). On Day 3, though, the Indian side was beaten by the UAE Royals in a superb display from the Emirati side (20-30). In Singapore, the midway station of the competition, the Indian’s fate was written. They took the first place of the leaderboard and never gave it back to any other team. Tomorrow is time to show that being the cha... ... See more

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IPTL Update: Home Sweet Home For The Aces

Hyderabad, December 9th 2016. MATCH 1: UAE ROYALS 20-25 JAPAN WARRIORS They know each other so well that the margins are narrower. And that makes the Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League more exciting. Because in close matches, you never know which will be the outcome. Who will be the star of the match. The UAE Royals and the Japan Warriors faced yesterday in Singapore and today, already in busy Hyderabad, the two bottom teams had a second encounter in just over 24 hours. And once again, it was a victory for the Japan Warriors (25-20), who keep faith on making the final on Sunday. Will they be there? There is one thing sure: they are on the fight. And going up in the standings. MATCH 1 HIGHLIGHTS Marat Safin had enough knowledge yesterday in his defeat against Goran Ivanisevic and today had the perfect revenge taking the first set for the Warriors. Same situation, but this time for the Royals’ benefit, was the reaction from Ana Ivanovic. After tough loss... ... See more

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IPTL: Sania Mirza Comes Home Hyderabad

After two intense legs in Tokyo and Singapore, the Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League lands in Hyderabad, India, December 9 which will be the decisive leg where the final will take place. Home superstar Sania Mirza, one of the leaders of the local team, the Indian Aces, is ready to be the main protagonist as she hopes to guide her side to the IPTL crown. “I am looking forward to go to Hyderabad”, said Mirza. “Actually the city has a very rich culture of sport, with amazing athletes coming from there. People follow the tennis all year round and have a deep knowledge of the sport in general. I really hope they come to support us." Mirza, women’s doubles world number one and owner of six Grand Slam titles, grew up in Hyderabad, where she lives when the tour gives her time to do so. It will be the first time since April 2015 that she plays in front of her hometown crowd. “It is very special for me to play there. The last time was almos... ... See more

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IPTL: In an Epic Comeback, The Aces beat the Slammers

Photo Credit: PhotoConcierge S. Srinivasan December 8th 2016. MATCH 1: UAE ROYALS 20-27 JAPAN WARRIORS From being at the bottom of the table to find themselves in contention. The Japan Warriors had a resurrection match against the UAE Royals with a 23-20 win over the Emirati side. The momentum switch right on time for the Japanese team, who came back from a 1-2 set deficit. It was all about faith. Kurumi Nara proved it so. She was the star and oxygen to her team, right when it was needed. “Without Kurumi we wouldn’t have won the match”, said her Warriors coach Josh Eagle. “She is our secret weapon”. MATCH 1 HIGHLIGHTS Fernando Verdasco handled the Japan Warriors leadership perfectly by taking the first set against Pablo Cuevas with a stunning 6-2 to open the match. Both players faced each other again in the Men’s doubles set, and Verdasco, alongside Jean-Julien Rojer, saw like Cuevas and his partner Daniel Nestor neutralized a break to take ... ... See more

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IPTL: Ivanovic, Happy to be Back with the Royals

Photo credit: Photo Concierge E. Ling It was big news for the Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League. Ana Ivanovic joined the UAE Royals in Singapore with her more than one million fans on twitter accompanying her virtually. “It’s lovely to be back in Singapore. I have really nice memories from here, specially from 2014”, said Ivanovic, who qualified for the WTA Finals two years ago, and competed at the Singapore Indoor Stadium that is playing host to the IPTL second leg this week. The former world number one and 2008 Roland Garros champion missed the first leg in Japan but couldn't stay away from her team any longer. Martina Hingis, the only woman on the UAE Royals squad before Ivanovic's arrival, had a wish a couple of days ago. “I hope that Ana can join us soon”. Ivanovic quickly obliged and the Serb's first hitting session in Singapore was of course, with her team-mate, Hingis. Ivanovic was a part of the Indian Aces team that won the inaugu... ... See more

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IPTL: Singapore Slammers Hopeful to get on Top in Home Ground

The Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League has landed in Singapore, where the defending champions will try to make their way up to the top of the table on home ground. The OUE Singapore Slammers currently lie third in the standings behind pace-setters the UAE Royals and second-placed Indian Aces. The Japan Warriors are at the foot of the table, with the same number of points as the Slammers (4) but with a deficit in the overall sets accumulated thus far. The session will start with a duel between the top two teams. Last Sunday, the UAE Royals had a spectacular win over the Indian Aces and the 2014 champions will be looking for revenge. The Emirati side will welcome one of its biggest stars, former world number 1 and 2008 Roland Garros champion Ana Ivanovic. The Singapore Indoor Stadium will be the venue for the next three days of competition. But, how have the teams arrived to the second leg of the league and which players are topping the leaderboards... ... See more

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PLDT HOME Fibr brings unforgettable tennis experience to young athletes with IPTL superstars

PRESS RELEASE In its second season, the world-renowned International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) is now in Manila for the second stop of the five-nation tennis tour. Once again presented by the country’s most powerful broadband PLDT HOME Fibr, IPTL kicked off Manila festivities with an exclusive tennis clinic conducted by the world tennis superstars for young Filipino athletes and Fibr subscribers. The star-studded mentoring session rolled together intensive warm-ups and exhibition games seasoned with valuable first-rate pointers, honing the skills of the young athletes in an unmatched level. Seen in the photo are (back row, L-R): tennis superstars Rohan Bopanna, Fabrice Santoro and Ivan Dodig. PLDT HOME Fibr subscribers and young tennis players Click to follow me: ... See more

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World no. 1 tennis legend Serena Williams to headline Philippine Mavericks in IPTL 2015

PRESS RELEASE MANILA, November 26, 2015 – The country’s most powerful broadband PLDT HOME Fibr is set to bring in the world’s top tennis players for season two of the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) once again. Commencing on December 2 in Kobe, Japan, the IPTL’s three-day Manila-leg will be played from December 6-8 at the Mall of Asia Arena as part of a five-nation tour. Scheduled stops at New Delhi, Dubai, and Singapore will follow. Headlining this year’s crop of tennis superstars for the newly-branded Philippine Mavericks team is none other than the current number one Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) pro, Serena Williams. Known as ‘Meka’ and ‘Momma Smash’, Williams has won the most major singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles combined for active players, male or female. Her assault on the four major tennis competitions, also known as the Grand Slam— the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open, played in that order—has elev... ... See more

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Want to see your Tennis Idols here in MOA?INTERNATIONAL PREMIER TENNIS LEAGUE *3DAY PASS (DEC 6-8)

Its time once again to see our Tennis Idol's! WORLD #1 DJOKOVIC AND SERENA! SCHEDULES! MATCH SCHEDULE: DEC.06 (SUN) 4:00 PM 4:00 PM: SINGAPORE SLAMMERS vs JAPAN WARRIORS 7:30 PM: UAE ROYALS vs PHILIPPINE MAVERICKS DEC 07(MON) 4:00 PM: INDIAN ACES vs SINGAPORE SLAMMERS 7:30 PM: JAPAN WARRIORS vs PHILIPPINE MAVERICKS DEC 08(TUE) 4:00 PM: UAE ROYALS vs SINGAPORE SLAMMERS 7:30 PM: INDIAN ACES vs PHILIPPINE MAVERICKS Written by: Aldrin Team Powcast ... See more

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Singapore Slammers is your 2016 IPTL Champion! #Repeat

IPTL 2016 championship: Indian Aces or OUE Singapore Slammers a Dream Final Showdown

IPTL Update: Home Sweet Home For The Aces

IPTL: Sania Mirza Comes Home Hyderabad

IPTL: In an Epic Comeback, The Aces beat the Slammers

IPTL: Ivanovic, Happy to be Back with the Royals

IPTL: Singapore Slammers Hopeful to get on Top in Home Ground

PLDT HOME Fibr brings unforgettable tennis experience to young athletes with IPTL superstars

World no. 1 tennis legend Serena Williams to headline Philippine Mavericks in IPTL 2015

Want to see your Tennis Idols here in MOA?INTERNATIONAL PREMIER TENNIS LEAGUE *3DAY PASS (DEC 6-8)

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