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Originally Published 1 day ago — by ATP Tour
Jakub Paul, a 26-year-old Swiss tennis player ranked 81st in doubles, has emerged as a surprise hero at the United Cup 2026, winning all four mixed doubles rubbers alongside Belinda Bencic and helping Switzerland reach its first final, despite being relatively unknown and balancing his singles and doubles careers.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by ATP Tour
Joao Fonseca, a rising tennis star, has withdrawn from the Adelaide International due to a back injury as he aims to recover in time for the Australian Open, where he previously made a notable debut and achieved career milestones.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Euronews.com
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner faces calls to resign after playing tennis during a major blackout caused by extremists, amid criticism over his handling of the crisis and his priorities, which threatens his political future.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The New York Times
Top tennis leaders from the Grand Slams, ATP, and WTA held secret meetings in London to discuss potential deals aimed at reforming the sport's governance, increasing revenue, and improving player compensation amid ongoing antitrust lawsuits and internal conflicts, including the recent departure of Novak Djokovic from the PTPA.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by ATP Tour
Australian captain Lleyton Hewitt chose to rest Alex de Minaur in the decisive mixed doubles match at the United Cup to prevent injury and maintain his health, despite De Minaur's strong singles performance. Hewitt emphasized the importance of player well-being and strategic planning in team competitions.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by ATP Tour
The United Cup semi-final match between Belgium and Switzerland on January 10, 2026, has been moved to start at 10 a.m. due to forecasted high temperatures, with gates opening at 9 a.m.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by ATP Tour
Belgian qualifier Raphael Collignon defeated Grigor Dimitrov 7-6(1), 6-3 at the Brisbane International, ending Dimitrov's brief comeback from injury, and advancing to his second ATP tour-level quarter-final.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Australian Open
The Australian Open has announced a record $111.5 million prize pool, marking a 16% increase from last year, with significant boosts in qualifying and winner's prize money, alongside expanded player support and welfare initiatives, as part of Tennis Australia's $135 million Summer of Tennis investment to promote the sport's growth and sustainability.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by WTA Tennis
Aryna Sabalenka aims for her third Brisbane title as she prepares to face Cristina Bucsa, while Venus Williams competes in Auckland; the United Cup quarterfinals are also underway with Australia and Czechia vying for the Group D lead.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by United Cup | Tennis
Jakub Mensik, a promising young Czech tennis player who reached the 2022 Australian Open boys' final, is now competing alongside Barbora Krejcikova in the United Cup, with both aiming to win the trophy for the Czech Republic. Krejcikova has been following Mensik's progress since his junior days and praised his powerful serve, which helped him defeat Casper Ruud in their match. The Czech team started strong, winning their first matches convincingly.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by United Cup | Tennis
Zhang Zhizhen won a grueling match against Zizou Bergs to keep China's hopes alive in the United Cup, while Elise Mertens led Belgium to a strong start with a victory over Zhu Lin, setting the stage for a decisive mixed doubles match in Sydney.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by WTA Tennis
The Brisbane International features a strong field with top players like Sabalenka and Keys, promising exciting matches and potential showdowns, including a possible quarterfinal between Sabalenka and Keys, as the tournament serves as a key lead-up to the Australian Open.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by WTA Tennis
The United Cup begins with notable season debuts, including Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic, as teams from the US, Argentina, France, Switzerland, and others compete in Perth and Sydney, showcasing emerging talents and key matchups.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by BBC
The article discusses the mental and physical toll of the demanding tennis schedule on players, highlighting concerns about long seasons, injuries, and fatigue, and explores potential reforms such as shortening the season, standardizing equipment, and adopting data-driven health strategies to make the sport more sustainable for athletes.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by United Cup | Tennis
Argentina secured their first win of the 2026 United Cup in Perth by defeating Spain 3-0, with key victories from Sebastian Baez and Solana Sierra, as they aim to advance out of the group stage for the first time.