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Ben Rothenberg

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On Bounces today: A look at how and why the color blue took over tennis courts around the tour, including this week in Cincinnati. The sport has been in a blue period much longer than Picasso’s. https://t.co/f9n6kKGprk

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Cincy continues ⏭️ this week on the Tennis Channel App 😯

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Aryna Sabalenka reveals how her US Open doubles partnership with Novak Djokovic came about 😂

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Foe on 🔥 @FTiafoe plays flawless tennis to take down Sonego 6-3 6-4 at #CincyTennis

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Cincy LOVES @CocoGauff 🥹🫶

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Cincinnati Open: Novak Djokovic suffers in heat as Thiago Tirante inflicts shock defeat

Novak Djokovic struggles with the heat and humidity as he falls to a shock defeat by Argentina's Thiago Tirante in the second round of the Cincinnati Open.

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Alex Eala makes another statement with dominant Cincinnati showing

Alex Eala was back to business to start the Cincinnati Open, and it was Elena-Gabriela Ruse who brutally paid the price.

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Roberto Bautista Agut: Retired tennis player scores on debut for seventh-tier Spanish side

Roberto Bautista Agut scores twice on his debut for Spanish seventh-tier side CD Els Ibarsos - just over a month after retiring from tennis.

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Alex Eala headlines Saturday's must-see Cincinnati Open matches

The Cincinnati Open begins its second round on Saturday, but tennis fans will have a lot to watch, beginning (literally) with Alex Eala.

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Grigor Dimitrov's Cincinnati Open takes brutal turn against Sebastian Baez

Grigor Dimitrov keeps striving for tennis greatness, but Sebastian Baez wasn't going to make it easy in the first round of the Cincinnati Open.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas starts Cincinnati Open run in statement-making fashion

Stefanos Tsitsipas is trying to prove he can be a great player again at the Cincinnati Open, but Valentin Royer tried to stand in his way.

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Canadian Open final: Iga Swiatek beats Elena Rybakina to win first WTA title of season

Iga Swiatek secures her first WTA title of the season with a straight-set victory over Elena Rybakina in the final of the Canadian Open.

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Naomi Osaka is the latest player to prove tennis has a real problem

Naomi Osaka dropping out of the Cincinnati Open could be the start of a future trend until tennis fixes an obvious issue.

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Iga Swiatek leaves no doubt with ruthless Cincinnati Open statement

Iga Swiatek is proving she is ready to retake WTA No. 1 after the Cincinnati Open, and if any doubts exist, just ask Elena Rybakina.

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Alex Eala's Manny Pacquiao connection is real (but there is a catch)

Alex Eala recently threw out some appreciation for boxer Manny Pacquiao ahead of the Cincinnati Open, but what came after is notable.

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Cam Norrie rises from the ashes with stunning Cincinnati turnaround

Cam Norrie is still trying to grind through his tennis career (thankfully), but in the Cincinnati Open first round, he had to try to get past Dino Prizmic.

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Jack Draper suffered a brutal fate against Martin Landaluce in Cincinnati

Jack Draper was trying to mount another tennis return at the Cincinnati Open against Martin Landaluce. The match didn't go as the Brit would have hoped.

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5 bold Cincinnati Open predictions with Sinner and Alcaraz out of the way

The main draw of the Cincinnati Open gets underway on Thursday, and here are five things that could happen in the latest 1000 event.

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Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek into first final of her 'toughest season'

Iga Swiatek will meet Elena Rybakina in the Canadian Open final after both players battled through their semi-finals in three sets.

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Alex Eala's Cincinnati Open draw couldn't have been much worse

Alex Eala is obviously a rising star on the WTA Tour, but making an inroads at the Cincinnati Open is going to be a massive challenge.

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Rafael Jodar sends scary message to ATP field against Arthur Fils

Rafael Jodar's ATP rise has been astonishing, and Arthur Fils just learned what a force the Spaniard can be at the Canadian Open.

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Brandon Nakashima just took a colossal step at the Canadian Open

Brandon Nakashima was trying to keep creating career-firsts at the Canadian Open, but he first needed to get past Luciano Darderi.

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Canadian Open’s biggest failure is almost entirely self-inflicted

The Canadian Open in 2026 has mostly been a dud. Unfortunately, a lot of the problem has been with how the tournament is structured.

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Cincinnati Open withdrawal list is becoming painfully familiar

The Cincinnati Open withdrawal list continues to grow. The sad part is that tennis fans are becoming used to that kind of thing.

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Naomi Osaka Reveals Mental Trick to Staying Calm in Matches

Cameras caught Naomi Osaka using her calming technique mid-match in Toronto.

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Alex Eala Explains What's Next After Canadian Open Defeat

Alex Eala is taking a quick break before returning to action.

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Alex Eala's schedule after Canadian Open keeps her foot on the gas

Alex Eala has been trending upward for most of 2026, but what comes next after the Canadian Open could help set the tone for 2027.

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Jannik Sinner injury update will leave tennis fans beyond frustrated

Jannik Sinner made an announcement on Sunday about his future, but that is just the latest in a frustrating summer for tennis fans.

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Sabalenka and Pegula Upsets Shake Up National Bank Open

Top players went down in Toronto on Saturday night, reshuffling the draw.

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Aryna Sabalenka and Cameron Norrie lose at Canadian Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffers a surprise defeat at the Canadian Open, while Britain's Cameron Norrie also bows out in the last 16 in Toronto.

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Alex Eala's path to Canadian Open glory couldn't be clearer

Alex Eala is becoming a rising WTA star right in front of tennis fans' eyes. This is what she needs to do to win the Canadian Open.

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Iga Swiatek pulls off stunning turnaround against Marta Kostyuk

The Canadian Open round of 16 match between Marta Kostyuk and Iga Swiatek started off strangely, but took a different turn after that.

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Why Anisimova Reunited With Her Coach After Brief Split

Amanda Anisimova hopes to rediscover her joy on court after a challenging 2026.

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Alex de Minaur's dare to his coach said everything about his loss to Cam Norrie

During Alex de Minaur third-round loss to Cam Norrie at the Canadian Open, he made an offer that his coach simply had to refuse.

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Elena Rybakina survives one of Toronto's toughest tests yet

Elena Rybakina was trying to make the race for WTA No. 1 even tighter at the 2026 Canadian Open, but she first had to get past Ann Li in the third round.

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Alina Korneeva leaves Iva Jovic reeling at the Canadian Open

In a battle of rising teenage players at the Canadian Open, Iva Jovic and Alina Korneeva played an unusual match in the third round.

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Nike is Dropping Alex Eala's 2026 US Open Dress

How to buy Alex Eala's Nike dress for the 2026 US Open.

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Why Marta Kostyuk is 'Excited' for Iga Swiatek Rematch in Toronto

Marta Kostyuk seeks her second straight victory against Iga Swiatek.

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Alex Eala could rescue the Canadian Open when it needs her most

Things have not gone as planned for the 2026 version of the Canadian Open. Alex Eala might be forced to come to the rescue, but there's a catch.

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Cam Norrie pulled off a comeback Alex de Minaur won't soon forget

Cam Norrie was trying to continue on his path to winning his second-ever Masters 1000, but Alex de Minaur was trying to win his first at the Canadian Open.

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Jannik Sinner's Knee Injury Casts Doubt on Cincinnati Open

Jannik Sinner has undergone testing on his knee ahead of the Cincinnati Open.

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Jannik Sinner's latest development has tennis fans on edge

The tennis season has been somewhat brutal in terms of injuries, and fans might have good reason to worry about a new Jannik Sinner development.

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Carlos Alcaraz injury: How damaging is wrist issue and are they becoming more common?

BBC Sport analyses Carlos Alcaraz's ongoing absence from tennis and why wrist injuries are so difficult to manage.

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Coco Gauff Weighs in on WTA Genetic Testing Policy

Coco Gauff gave her opinion on the WTA's new genetic testing policy during a press conference in Toronto.

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Alex Eala earns Andy Roddick's backing for all the right reasons

Alex Eala has to be feeling her best now after winning the Citi Open, but her importance to the sport goes well beyond that victory, according to Andy Roddick.

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Alexander Zverev's Canadian Open ends abruptly against Tallon Griekspoor

Alexander Zverev was hoping to sweep to a Canadian Open title without playing Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Tallon Griekspoor stood in his way, though.

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Joao Fonseca takes another step toward greatness against Stefanos Tsitsipas

Joao Fonseca was trying to continue on a path to his first Masters 1000 final, but he first needed to get past Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Canadian Open.

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Carlos Alcaraz's latest setback raises the question tennis fans feared

For those hoping Carlos Alcaraz would make his expected return at the Cincinnati Open, things have changed. What comes next could be worse.

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Alexander Zverev delivers the brutal truth about Novak Djokovic and player bonuses

Alexander Zverev was recently asked a simple question about potential player bonuses, and his answer included an honest assessment of Novak Djokovic.

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Alex Eala is 'Learning to Handle' Historic WTA Title Win

Alex Eala became the first Filipino player to win a WTA tour-level singles title; another new level of fame awaits her in Toronto.

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Carlos Alcaraz: World number two withdraws from Cincinnati Open with wrist injury

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Cincinnati Open as he continues to recover from a wrist injury.

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Carlos Alcaraz's Cincinnati Open Withdrawal Creates New Problems

Carlos Alcaraz will miss the Cincinnati Open, impacting the rest of his season and 2027.

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Elina Svitolina survived a scare nobody saw coming against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro

Elina Svitolina was expected to easily sweep past Jessica Bouzas Maneiro at the Canadian Open. That didn't happen, but here is what did.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas made another statement with his win over Martin Damm

Stefanos Tsitsipas is still trying to rebuild his career, and a victory against Martin Damm at the Canadian Open would help. This is what unfolded.

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New Balance Tennis Launches Stylish Seasonal Collections

New Balance launched tennis collections for the second half of the season.

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Emma Raducanu's season may be slipping away faster than expected

Emma Raducanu hasn't played since the HSBC Championships in June, and she is likely on the cusp of missing the rest of the tennis year.

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Aryna Sabalenka Speaks on WTA Genetic Sex Testing Policy

The world's top-ranked woman was asked about the WTA's new genetic testing policy.

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Alex Eala Makes History With DC Open Title

Alex Eala made history with her first WTA title against Jessica Pegula at the 2026 DC Open.

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Taylor Fritz leaves no doubt in Citi Open victory over Rafael Jodar

Taylor Fritz was trying to win his first title of 2026 by winning the Citi Open, but he needed to defeat the rising Rafael Jodar to do it.

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What Alex Eala and Jessica Pegula said to Filipino fans says it all

The crowd at the Citi Open final between Alex Eala and Jessica Pegula was rightfully enthusiastic, but after the match, the players knew where to give thanks.

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Alex Eala Makes History as 1st Filipina to Win WTA Title

Watch her match point and emotional speech in new videos 🎥

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US Open: Emma Raducanu will not compete as she continues recovery from stress fracture

Emma Raducanu will miss the US Open as she continues her recovery from a stress fracture.

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Alex Eala just pulled off the biggest win of her career against Jessica Pegula

Alex Eala was hoping to win her first WTA Tour title in the final of the Citi Open, but Jessica Pegula was trying to stand in her way.

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Carlos Alcaraz Jumps Alexander Zverev in New ATP Rankings

Carlos Alcaraz has eclipsed Alexander Zverev in the latest ATP Rankings.

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Alexander Zverev may have found the Rafael Nadal edge he needed

Alexander Zverev is in many ways having his best year on tour, and he is getting a little help from one of the best players to ever pick up a racket.

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Naomi Osaka Praises Alex Eala After Their DC Open Battle

Alex Eala and Naomi Osaka praised each other after their DC Open semifinal match.

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Alex Eala stuns Naomi Osaka to get one step closer to greatness

Alex Eala was trying to put herself in a position to win her first WTA title, but she first had to get through Naomi Osaka in the semifinals of the Citi Open.

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Jessica Pegula overcame one huge obstacle before beating Diana Shnaider

Jessica Pegula started her match at the Citi Open against Diana Shnaider horribly. That was not how the match ended, however.

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Cameron Norrie beaten by Denis Shapovalov in Los Cabos semi-final

Cameron Norrie's promising run at the Los Cabos Open in Mexico ends with a three-set semi-final defeat by defending champion Denis Shapovalov.

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Alex Eala compared herself to Bad Bunny and tennis fans will understand why

Alex Eala is a rising Filipino star on the verge of becoming a global phenom, but what does she have in common with Bad Bunny? She will tell you.

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Naomi Osaka survived Elisabetta Cocciaretto after a Citi Open scare

In a battle of contrasts, Naomi Osaka took on Elisabetta Cocciaretto in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Citi Open. This is what unfolded.

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Jessica Pegula sent Anna Kalinskaya home with a dominant Citi Open performance

Jessica Pegula was trying to push through to the semifinals at the Citi Open, but Anna Kalinskaya wasn't going to quit easily.

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Naomi Osaka's Nike Kit for 2026 US Open Appears Online

Naomi Osaka's Nike kit for the 2026 U.S. Open has appeared online before the tournament.

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Katie Boulter to lead Great Britain team at Billie Jean King Cup finals

Katie Boulter will lead the British team competing at the Billie Jean Cup finals in Shenzen, China, in September.

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Carlos Alcaraz receives warning meant to help prolong his tennis career

A rush back to the tennis court could hurt Carlos Alcaraz's future more than it would help. But how soon is he expected to come back?

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Alex de Minaur just handed Cruz Hewitt a lesson he'll never forget

One day, Cruz Hewitt might become a superstar in tennis. That day wasn't going to happen against Alex de Minaur in the 2026 Citi Open.

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Brandon Nakashima found a way when Jakub Mensik refused to quit

Jakub Mensik and Brandon Nakashima faced off in the second round of the 2026 Citi Open in a battle of two young players. The match became a great one.

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Carlos Alcaraz Gets Braids 💈

Testing a new style for US Open? 📸

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Novak Djokovic just gave Cincinnati Masters fans exactly what they wanted

If you were going to the Cincinnati Open in hopes of seeing Novak Djokovic, you just got some good news for your Thursday.

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Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz's 2026 US Open Nike Kits Leak Online

Fans got a sneak peek at Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz's Nike kits for the 2026 U.S. Open.

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A former world No. 1 just raised concerns about Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner decided to skip the Canadian Open and return for the Cincinnati Masters. Kim Clijsters thinks there might be a serious reason for that.

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Taylor Fritz refused to let Kamil Majchrzak spoil his Citi Open run

Taylor Fritz can be elite on hard courts, and Kamil Majchrzak learned that fact the hard way in the second round of the 2026 Citi Open.

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Alex de Minaur survives Stefanos Tsitsipas scare at the Citi Open

Alex de Minaur was trying to defend his 2025 Citi Open title, but Stefanos Tsitsipas was in no mood to make the task easy in round one of the 2026 version.

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Why Taylor Fritz's Coach Makes Him Sleep 9 Hours Every Night

Michael Russell discusses Eight Sleep, and how it has influenced his coaching partnership with Taylor Fritz.

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Alex Eala refused to back down against Leylah Fernandez at the Citi Open

Could the Citi Open become the first tournament that Alex Eala wins in her young career? Things are trending positively for the Filipina after she defeated Leyl

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US Open just got a whole lot more compelling for tennis fans

Tennis fans are going to watch the US Open either way, of course, but one underrated feature of the event just got a lot more interesting.

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Qinwen Zheng Gives Alex Eala Frosty Handshake at DC Open

Qinwen Zheng was visibly frustrated after losing to Alex Eala in the 2026 DC Open.

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Zheng Qinwen never saw what Alex Eala had in store at the Citi Open

In a Citi Open battle between a proven star and a hopefully ascending one, Zheng Qinwen started well against Alex Eala, but this is how the match unfolded.

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Tommy Paul won't be happy with what just happened at the Citi Open

Tommy Paul was trying to sneak past Kamil Majchrzak in the opening round of the Citi Open to face good friend Taylor Fritz. But the match unfolded unexpectedly.

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Six Kings Slam Announced

Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic to compete in exhibition in Saudi Arabia

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Frances Tiafoe Explains Shocking Loss at DC Open

Frances Tiafoe gave himself a harsh assessment after losing in the DC Open.

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Jack Draper's Citi Open withdrawal dealt everyone a painful blow

Jack Draper was forced to withdraw from the Citi Open due to an arm injury. The loss of playing not only cost the player but the tournament too.

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Taylor Fritz just gave Zizou Bergs a brutal lesson in elite serving

Zizou Bergs re-learned a challenging lesson against Taylor Fritz at the Citi Open, and that is when the American is in top form, he is elite.

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US Open 2026: Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka set to play together in US Open mixed doubles

Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka pair up for the US Open mixed doubles, which was controversially revamped last year to include superstar pairings.

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Lorenzo Musetti looked like he never left in brilliant return

Lorenzo Musetti made his return to tennis after several months. Anyone watching his Citi Open match against Matteo Arnaldi would think he hadn't missed a day.

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US Open Mixed Doubles Entries

Djokovic, Sabalenka headline duos for tournament (The Athletic)

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Alex Eala fans won't like what one tennis expert just endorsed

Lilli Tagger's victory at the Prague Open appeared to set off a side debate about Alex Eala. One negative narrative was endorsed by Jon Wertheim.

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Venus Williams "Would Love" US Open Doubles Reunion with Serena

Serena Williams' knee injury prevented the sisters from playing doubles at Wimbledon, but that could change at the U.S. Open.

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Jack Draper Explains Andy Murray's Coaching Style

Jack Draper discussed Andy Murray's calming influence ahead of the 2026 DC Open.

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Tennis fans just watched Lilli Tagger take the biggest step of her young career

Tennis is filled with rising young stars, and Lilli Tagger just fully joined that group against Daria Snigur in the Prague Open final.

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How Alex Eala's Wimbledon run made everyday Filipinos fall in love with tennis

Formerly the preserve of the rich, tennis is booming in the basketball- and boxing-obsessed country.

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Quentin Halys just became the feel-good story of the tennis summer

Quentin Halys just proved that if one works hard enough at a specific thing, then good things might follow. After 14 years, he earned it.

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Schedule changes called for after Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic withdraw from Canadian Open

The tournament director of the Canadian Open says changes need to be made to the "demanding schedule" of players after Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic pull out of the Masters 1000 event.

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Aryna Sabalenka is following a Novak Djokovic path fans know well

Aryna Sabalenka has reached the top of the WTA, but she could get better. What more efficient way that to ask arguably the best player ever how to do that.

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Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic deliver brutal blow to the Canadian Open

One might think that the Canadian Open isn't overly important based on the players who have withdrawn. Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are simply the latest.

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Luca Van Assche pulled off a stunning upset over Andrey Rublev

Andrey Rublev was hoping to take his second straight title, but Luca van Assche had other plans in the quarterfinals of the Estoril Open.

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Mayar Sherif just stunned Paula Badosa in Hamburg thriller

In a rematch of the final of the Iasi Open, Paula Badosa took on Mayar Sherif in the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open. The match didn't go as fans expected.

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Novak Djokovic had no argument with Andre Agassi's blunt prediction

Novak Djokovic is still trying for Grand Slam titles, and he isn't pushing back on Andre Agassi's prediction of when retirement might come.

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Rest of the WTA should be worried about Paula Badosa again

Paula Badosa is back to playing exceptional tennis, and Panna Udvardy learned that in the second round of the Hamburg Open.

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Aryna Sabalenka Makes Her Pick: Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz?

Aryna Sabelenka weighed in on the debate between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.

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Jaime Faria made an unexpected Erling Haaland comparison that fans will love

Rising tennis player Jaime Faria was asked what the source of his skill was, and in response, he made a surprising Erling Haaland comparison.

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5 Stars Left Off 2026 U.S. Open Entry List

Five star players must hope for a wildcard or advance through the qualifiers to make the U.S. Open main draw.

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Alexander Bublik barely broke a sweat in round two of the Generali Open

Alexander Bublik brought his special brand of tennis entertainment to the 2026 Generali Open, and here are how things went in his second round match.

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Paula Badosa faces blunt criticism over her emotions from former WTA star

At the Iasi Open last week, Paula Badosa did something she shouldn't have. Now, she is receiving the pushback she deserves from the event.

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Citi Open can't seem to catch a break before opening day

The Citi Open will bring the tennis community again at the end of July, but the issue is that some of the most talented players won't be taking part.

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Stan Wawrinka's Portugal exit feels like the end of an unforgettable era

Stan Wawrinka was playing in his final run at the Estoril Open, but whether he could make it out of the first round against Roman Andres Burruchaga was unknown.

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Adidas Unveils 3 Collections for 2026 U.S. Tennis Season

Adidas aced all three collections for the North American hard court swing.

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Canadian Open keeps taking brutal hits before the tournament begins

The 2026 Canadian Open begins on August 1, but the tournament is already suffering the losses of some key players before a match is even played.

Alcaraz x Lamine Yamal 🔥

Carlos Alcaraz fans likely all thinking the same thing watching the World Cup final

Carlos Alcaraz watched his home nation, Spain, defeat Argentina in the World Cup final, but his fans were probably holding their breath while watching him.

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Paula Badosa apologizes to tennis fans after heartbreaking defeat

Paula Badosa was trying to win her fifth WTA title by defeating Mayar Sherif in the final of the Iasi Open. Unfortunately, the Spaniard was left apologizing.

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Novak Djokovic just left fans stunned with his latest hidden talent

Novak Djokovic has been a bit of everywhere in the past week, but something he did athletically off the tennis court was extremely impressive.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas Wins Gstaad; Paula Badosa Avoids DQ

Stefanos Tsitsipas is back on top, and Paula Badosa is one match away from winning a tournament.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas: Greek lands Swiss Open for first ATP title in 16 months

Stefanos Tsitsipas wins his first ATP title in 16 months after defeating Raphael Collignon in the Swiss Open final.

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Andrey Rublev finally has his breakthrough moment of 2026

Two excellent clay-court players faced off in the final of the Nordea Open, and this is what happened between Andrey Rublev and Luciano Darderi.

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Novak Djokovic's latest statement is getting attention for all the wrong reasons

Novak Djokovic gave a short interview to ESPN ahead of Fanatics Fest, but one part of a sentence is getting far too much buzz.

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Andrey Rublev refused to let another golden opportunity slip away

Andrey Rublev was trying to reach his second final of 2026, but he first needed to get by Alejandro Tabilo in the semifinals of the Nordea Open.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas may have finally found the spark he desperately needed

Stefanos Tsitsipas was trying to reach his first final of 2026, but he first needed to defeat Aleksandr Shevchenko in the Swiss Open semifinals.

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Serena Williams' former coach drops brutal truth about Jannik Sinner and tennis

Jannik Sinner just won his second straight Wimbledon title, but Serena Williams' former coach wasn't overly impressed, and for a logical reason.

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Most Legendary Selfie Ever? 🐐

Messi, Brady, KD, Djokovic and others take iconic pic at Fanatics Fest 📸

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Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys on Jannik Sinner's Most Improved Shot

Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys praised Jannik Sinner's improved serve.

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Barbora Krejcikova survives Zheng Qinwen in a match nobody deserved to win

In a match between two players capable of winning Grand Slams, Zheng Qinwen and Barbora Krejcikova traded bouts of mediocrity at the Athens Open.

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Andrey Rublev's win over Sebastian Baez delivered an unexpected twist

Following a difficult round-of-16 match, Andrey Rublev swept through the quarterfinals in Bastad, but his semifinal match might have gotten more difficult.

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Casper Ruud suffers nightmare twist just when Gstaad looked comfortable

Casper Ruud was trying to get revenge on Juan Manuel Cerundolo at the Swiss Open for what happened in 2025. A good start soon changed, though.

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Emma Raducanu's latest move could mean her season is over

Emma Raducanu fans are likely bracing for some bad news about their favorite player, and her latest move didn't help those fans feel better.

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5 Unanswered Questions in Tennis Entering Hard Court Season

There are five unanswered questions after grass court season concluded.

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Paula Badosa somehow kept her Iasi Open run alive on a frustrating day

Paula Badosa has struggled quite a bit overall in 2026, and Alevtina Ibragimova was hoping to extend that suffering a bit longer at the Iasi Open.

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