about 4 hours ago

Daniil Medvedev Dedicates Almaty Title to Daughter Victoria

“It's the first time I won with my two daughters and wife together,” Medvedev said after ending an 882-day wait for his 21st ATP title in Almaty, beating Corentin Moutet 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 on Sunday. “This one’s for Victoria… my first after Alisa was for her.” Medvedev last lifted a trophy at the 2023 Italian Open, losing six finals since.

By Tanish Chachra

about 4 hours ago

Holger Rune Confirms Ruptured Achilles, Faces Long Layoff

“It's gonna be a while before I can step on court again,” Rune told fans, “My Achilles is fully broken… I need an operation next week, then rehabilitation.” He retired in Stockholm while leading against Ugo Humbert 6-4, 2-2. Reporters noted he’s unlikely to be back before the US Open, even if rehab goes perfectly. “See you soon," Rune concluded.

By Tanish Chachra

1 day ago

Holger Rune Retires in Tears; Ugo Humbert Through to Stockholm Final

“Not the way I wanted to win,” Humbert said after Rune pulled up at 6-4, 2-2 and retired with a left-leg injury in Stockholm. The 2022 champion left in tears after treatment and assistance off the court. Rune sat 11th in the ATP Live Race, chasing Turin. Humbert reached his 10th ATP final, sixth indoors, awaiting Casper Ruud or Denis Shapovalov.

By Tanish Chachra

3 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka Says Social Media Abuse ‘Can Destroy You,’ Vows to Inspire

Sabalenka, world No. 1 and winner of four majors since 2023, said social media attacks “can destroy you.” “I’m trying to do something big… inspire… chasing my dreams,” she said, noting abuse often stems from angry bettors and can include threats. After a Wuhan semifinal, she appears in Hong Kong before the WTA Finals in Riyadh on November 1.

By Nischay Rathore

3 days ago

Jannik Sinner and Taylor Fritz Advance as Fans Blast Six Kings Slam Coverage

Fans blasted Netflix’s Six Kings Slam coverage after two matches already, calling camera shots “terrible” and audio lacking: “You can’t even hear the ball.” On court, Sinner beat Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-3 to set a semifinal with Djokovic; Fritz topped Zverev 6-3, 6-4 to face Alcaraz. With $6 million to the winner, players pressed on despite the noise.

By Nischay Rathore

3 days ago

Novak Djokovic Shuts Down Retirement Talk: ‘It’s Not Happening’

Asked if young rivals must beat him into retirement, Djokovic grinned: “Sorry to disappoint—it’s not happening.” The 38-year-old sits third in ATP Finals qualifying behind Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, but owns a record seven titles at the event (Federer six; Lendl, Sampras five). Form favors the youngsters; history says Djokovic isn’t leaving anytime soon either yet.

By Nischay Rathore

3 days ago

Novak Djokovic Teases ‘Major Change’ in Tennis, Wants To Play Through It

After a Shanghai semifinal run, Djokovic heads to the Six Kings Slam, where he faces Carlos Alcaraz. He told the Joy Forum in Riyadh that 'a change is coming' to tennis. 'I can’t openly speak yet… in the next couple of years it’ll be transformed,' he said. Citing LeBron James and Cristiano Ronaldo's longevity, he vowed to keep playing to help 'rejuvenate' the sport.

By Nischay Rathore

4 days ago

Iga Świątek Passes Venus Williams For No. 2 On WTA All-Time Prize Money List

Świątek’s Asian tour pushed her career earnings to $42.95M, edging Venus’ $42.87M. Her 2025 haul: $9.42M with three titles, including her first Wimbledon, and a tour-best 61 wins. Serena Williams leads at $94.82M. Aryna Sabalenka is close behind with $42.48M. WTA finals in Riyadh can boost $15.5M more. Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula also qualified.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev Earn $1.5M Each—Win Zero Sets at Six Kings Slam

Zverev lost 6–3, 6–4 to Taylor Fritz in 58 minutes, while Tsitsipas fell in straight sets to Jannik Sinner, yet both are taking big cheques home. Fritz and Sinner have said money is a major motivation in Riyadh, as the Six Kings Slam winner will earn $6M. On Thursday, Fritz will face Carlos Alcaraz while Sinner battles against Novak Djokovic.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

“Sport Needs This”: Jannik Sinner on Carlos Alcaraz Rivalry

After beating Stefano Tsitsipas at the Six Kings Slam, Sinner framed his duel with Alcaraz as friendly off court, fierce on it. “We try to play the best we can… push ourselves to the limit,” he said, calling rivalries essential and citing past greats with new stars rising. He added Novak Djokovic’s presence also elevates the stage.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

“We’re Here To Enjoy”: Jannik Sinner On Facing Novak Djokovic Next

“We all hope it’s a good match,” Sinner said ahead of their Six Kings Slam clash after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas. “We know each other very well, we’ve played many times. It’s great to share the court with Novak, especially here." The participation in Riyadh comes with a lot of money, but Sinner says, "Mostly we’re here to bring tennis."

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Nick Kyrgios Calls Rafael Nadal ‘The GOAT,’ Admits Dislike But Respect

On Josh Mansour’s Unscripted, Nick Kyrgios revisited the rivalry with Nadal, “We don’t like each other, but I respect him… he’s the greatest of all time.” He then blasted officiating leniency: “Rafa is known for taking his time, sometimes a minute and a half, and nobody says anything. Is there a leeway or can Rafa do whatever he wants?”

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Novak Djokovic Says Jannik Sinner Mirrors His Prime Game

“Sinner… tries to smack the ball, move well, play every shot,” Djokovic said, calling the world No. 1 an all-around, strategy-perfect player “skinny like me.” He added, “I think that resembles me in my best days.” As Sinner’s rise continues, Djokovic frames him as his modern echo. Sinner will face Djokovic in Riyadh on Thursday in the Six Kings Slam.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Taylor Fritz Cruises Past Alexander Zverev 6–3, 6–4 To Open Six Kings Slam

In a 58-minute breeze, Fritz brushed aside a struggling Zverev 6–3, 6–4 to launch the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh and set a semifinal with Carlos Alcaraz on Thursday. The mismatch even came with a money twist, estimates pegged Zverev’s appearance at roughly $431 per second. Fritz fancies winning $6 million by winning his next 2 matches.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Facing Jannik Sinner Would Be “An Honor” Says Valentin Vacherot

Vacherot called Sinner “a great person” who always wishes him luck, even when he’s playing Challengers. He thought a Shanghai meeting was imminent before Sinner’s withdrawal vs Tallon Griekspoor and told himself, “I’ll have more chances.” Though they’ve never trained together, they often cross paths in gyms and locker rooms. “He’s a great guy… I hope to play against him."

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Paolo Bertolucci Calls Jannik Sinner ‘A Little Fragile’ After Shanghai Withdrawal

After Sinner retired against Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai due to cramps, former Italian star Bertolucci shared his concern over Sinner’s growing fitness issues. “The boy is a little fragile. He’s had cramps, stomach problems, elbow issues, blisters, hip problems… He doesn’t have the same physical consistency as Djokovic or Alcaraz.” Still, Bertolucci added, “In this tragedy, we have the world number 2.”

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Jannik Sinner Says Will Smith Should Play Him in a Movie — Fans Can’t Stop Laughing

When asked in an interview who he'd like to would portray him in a biopic, Sinner replied, “Let’s go with Will Smith, why not? Different, but good.” The unexpected pick sent fans into meltdown. “My goat doesn’t see colour,” one wrote, while another joked, “Will Smith in an orange wig is crazy!” Others added, “Not on my bingo card” and “He’s so unserious!”

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Six Kings Slam 2025 Offers Record $6 Million Prize — Surpassing All Grand Slams

The Six Kings Slam in Riyadh boasts tennis’s richest winner’s payout at $6 million, eclipsing the US Open ($5M), Wimbledon ($3.78M), Roland Garros ($2.73M), and Australian Open ($2.24M). Each of the six players earns a $1.5 million participation fee, while the champion pockets an additional $4.5 million. The Netflix-streamed event features Sinner, Alcaraz, and Djokovic in tennis’s most lucrative exhibition.

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Roger Federer’s Career Advice Inspires Rory McIlroy’s New Chapter in India

McIlroy revealed that Federer’s advice about exploring new horizons late in his career inspired his decision to play in India for the first time. Ahead of the DP World India Championship, McIlroy said Federer told him he wished he’d played “in places people hadn’t seen him.” The 36-year-old added, “That really resonated with me.”

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Roger Federer’s Ex-Coach Says Coco Gauff Excels Where No Other WTA Player Does

After Gauff’s flawless Wuhan Open run, Federer’s former coach Paul Annacone called her “the most competitive player on tour.” Annacone praised Gauff’s unmatched fighting spirit, saying it “sets her apart from everyone else,” even as she works to fix serving issues. With 47 wins and two major titles this season, she now eyes WTA Finals glory in Riyadh.

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Rafael Nadal Once Called This Unranked Player “Special” — Here’s Why

Nadal hailed Jordan’s Abedellah Shelbayh as a “very special talent” after training with him at his academy, despite the youngster never breaking into the ATP top 100. The 20-year-old left-hander, who switched hands to mimic Nadal, made history as Jordan’s first ATP-ranked player and Challenger winner. After a slump to No. 400, Shelbayh rebounded with a Challenger title and a return to the top 300.

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Madison Keys Praises Daria Kasatkina and Elina Svitolina for Ending Seasons Early

Ahead of the WTA Finals, Madison Keys supported Kasatkina and Svitolina’s decisions to end their 2025 seasons early, saying players need to “prioritize feeling good.” Keys, who hasn’t played since the US Open, admitted the extended calendar has become “more draining,” adding, “It’s impressive people are starting to take time to recharge.”

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Jannik Sinner Says Shanghai Cramps Were a ‘Mental Factor,’ Owns Mistake

After retiring vs Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai, Sinner reflected, “I spoke with my team; from that point of view I wasn’t perfect, but now everything’s fine.” He accepted blame for mismanaging heat and humidity, “The mistake was mine… cramps can happen, and I was one of many to suffer.” Sinner will next play in the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Jannik Sinner Picks Will Smith To Play Him In A Movie

“Let’s go with Will Smith. Why not?” Sinner laughed when asked who should play him in a movie. The world No. 1 called it “different but good.” Fittingly, Smith already headlined a tennis biopic, winning an Oscar for King Richard as Richard Williams. Though he might pass this time. Sinner will next appear at the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka Clinches Year-End No. 1, Joins Elite 10,000-Point Club

Sabalenka became the eighth woman to surpass 10,000 points in a single WTA season, while clinching year-end No. 1 with 10,400 points, joining icons like Serena Williams and Iga Świątek. Her stellar run ended with tension in Wuhan during the semifinal versus Jessica Pegula, where she was issued a warning after slamming her racket in frustration, narrowly missing a ballboy.

By Tanish Chachra

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