US Sports author for EssentiallySports
Soumya Bontra is a US Sports author for EssentiallySports. She has been working as a sports journalist and writer for the past two years. Soumya has a Bachelor’s in Mass Media. She is a brown belt in Karate and has won a silver medal in the Maharashtra State Open Karate Championship in Kumite. She is an admirer of footballers Tobin Heath and Christen Press. During her free time, Soumya loves to watch Animé and is a die-hard fan of Naruto.
Top-7 Breakthrough Stars of the US Open: The Players Who Won Hearts
This year, the US Open witnessed some of the most unique games and unexpected victories led by young-gen tennis stars.
Holger Rune Finds Out First Davis Cup Opponent After 11-Month Injury Hiatus
Tennis star Holger Rune is set to step back on tennis court after long injury break, however, a young opponent presents new challenge.
Leylah Fernandez Set to Replace Jessica Pegula in Singapore After Visa Heartbreak
Leylah Fernandez made last-minute changes to her schedule as Jessica Pegula has announced her withdrawal from Singapore Open.
Ben Shelton Withdraws From Laver Cup to Put National Duty Ahead of Star-Studded Event
Ben Shelton has make a shocking decision following his Laver Cup withdrawal in London, just days after a brutal US Open final battle.
“My Favs”- Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka & Others Gush Over Chris Eubanks’ Special Relationship Update
Chris Eubanks and his long-time girlfriend Anna Mitchelle left the tennis world awestruck with a major announcement post US Open.
“Wasn’t On My Bingo Card”- Taylor Townsend Forced to Withdraw as She Undergoes Emergency Surgery
American tennis star Taylor Townsend has been hit with another health scare just days after winning her maiden Grand Slam and US Open title.
6x Grand Slam Champion Announces Retirement Days After Doubles Partner Calls Time at US Open
British tennis legend Joe Salisbury has left the tennis world stunned as he has announced his retirement, days after partner Rajeev Ram left.
Tennis Pro Fires Back at Sydney Sweeney’s Wrongly Portrayed, Controversial Sports Ad
Tennis star Priscilla Hon has joined several female athletes to voice her opinion against Sydeny Sweeney's inappropriate sports commercial.
“Needs Stability”- Andrey Rublev Urged to Fire Marat Safin After Explaining Their Unusual Dynamic
Andrey Rublev;s recent confession has led fans to believe that his coach Marat Safin is the reason behind tennis star's inconsistency
“Career Ended Because of It”- WTA Icon Defends Carlos Alcaraz After Tennis Experts’ Unfair Call at the US Open
Legends Andrea Petkovic and Rennae Stubbs did not hold back while calling out commentators and fans for ruining Carlos Alcraz's return.
World Champion Takes Bold Move Against Gabby Thomas to Prove 200m Dominance at World Ultimate
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden has turned the qualifying race at World Athletics Ultimate Championships into a heated rivalry with Gabby Thomas.
“I’ve Been a Fan”: Aryna Sabalenka Gives Massive Shoutout to Olympic Champion Jutta Leerdam
Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka revealed her admiration for speed skater Jutta Leerdam soon after entering the US Open Championships final.
