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Rafael Nadal makes bold prediction about ‘special’ Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz
"Jannik and Carlos have an advantage over the others at the moment."
Emma Raducanu comes through ‘mental’ second-round match after last-minute switch
“To be honest, it was pretty mental."
Carlos Alcaraz admits that he ‘needs’ Jannik Sinner playing on the ATP Tour
"Having the chance to see him and watch his tennis again is great."
Retired tennis great analyses what has ‘changed’ for Joao Fonseca since the start of 2025
"That is where his coaching team is going to have to bring him back and educate him. This is all part of the process."
Brad Gilbert explains why Jannik Sinner needs to be ‘careful’ during return to tennis
"It’s not about what he does in Rome, but it’s how he peaks physically so that he is ready to play best of five in Paris."
Jon Wertheim on what he ‘recognised’ after interviewing Jannik Sinner ahead of the Rome Masters
"I think that he understands big picture this is something he’s going to have to answer for."
‘It’s time’ – Fabio Fognini announces that 2025 will be his last Rome Masters appearance
The 37-year-old has struggled with various injuries over the last few years.
Jack Draper reveals what motivates him after rapid rise – ‘Fear and doubt’
The Brit recently lifted the title at the Indian Wells Masters and reached the final of the Madrid Open, launching him into the world's top five.
Dan Evans lambasts Jannik Sinner’s Rome return: ‘Pretty convenient’
"From the public, they’re looking in and thinking that he’s had preferential treatment."
Iga Swiatek may miss the grass-court season in favour of an extended rest period
The world No 2 and her team are weighing up whether or not to skip the third Grand Slam of the year.
Casper Ruud puts Madrid final participation in doubt as he admits to ‘not ideal’ injury
“I wasn’t sure I was going to be able to finish the match, honestly."
Carlos Alcaraz’s first coach on why leaving the Spaniard’s team was ‘the best decision’ he ever made
"When I see him, what I see is the same player I had as a child, only stronger and taller."
Jack Draper joins Rafael Nadal in remarkable statistic after reaching Madrid last 4
The Brit added himself to another impressive list after reaching the Madrid semi-finals
Coco Gauff explains how she made Iga Swiatek ‘uncomfortable’ during their semi-final
"I just feel like it's one of those days you just step on court and everything feels good"
Novak Djokovic admits it ‘could be’ his last Madrid Masters appearance after stunning upset
Everything that Novak Djokovic said during his post-loss press conference at the 2025 Madrid Masters
Coco Gauff joins Maria Sharapova and 3 other other WTA players in remarkable stat
The American, upon reaching the round of 16, joined a list of four other players aged 21 or under to claim this feat
Retired tennis great weighs in on latest addition to Emma Raducanu’s team – ‘A net positive for her’
Mark Petchey recently joined Emma Raducanu's team on an 'informal basis'
Novak Djokovic suffers first opening-match Madrid loss in 12 years as losing streak continues
The Serb has now lost in his opening match at four of his last five events.
Holger Rune snaps 13-match losing streak against top 5 players after winning the Barcelona Open
Holger Rune gives his verdict after a stunning win against Carlos Alcaraz in Barcelona.
ATP Madrid Masters 2025: Who is defending champion? When is the draw?
Your full guide to the fourth ATP Masters 1000 of 2025
Jannik Sinner’s coach says that the world No 1 ‘did nothing wrong’ amid ATP Tour return
Simone Vagnozzi -has given his account of the world No 1's doping crisis.
Former world No 3 who beat Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal answers whether he would coach Carlos Alcaraz
"Carlos is a special player, of Rafa's [Nadal] stature, so let's enjoy it."
‘Proud’ Jelena Ostapenko shares her thoughts on beating Iga Swiatek for a sixth consecutive time
“I think it helped today that I was fighting until the very last point.”
Former top 25 player accuses WTA of ‘moral abuse’ and takes legal action against the association
"Pain, fear, panic attacks, humiliation, withholding information, harassment of my team to silence me"
Stefanos Tsitsipas reveals the ‘biggest’ reason as to why he especially excels on clay courts
"I feel like you have to kind of be smart about it and now where the limit is."
WATCH: Jannik Sinner returns to ‘official’ practice after suspension
The Italian is due to return to competitive tennis at the Masters 1000 event in Rome.
Italian Davis Cup captain gives insight on Jannik Sinner’s mindset: ‘Extremely motivated’
"This break allows him to recharge for the next two or three seasons.”
Iga Swiatek reveals the key shot that she is trying to utilise like Carlos Alcaraz
"I want to try because this is the only way to improve that and to learn how to do that."
Alex Eala’s next WTA event, ranking and sponsors as she is secures massive milestone
A full guide to rising star Alex Eala, including her ranking, next tournament, and career prize money earnings.
Carlos Alcaraz makes strong prediction about Lorenzo Musetti’s future
"He’s learning, as I saw he mentioned before, that he’s learning how to suffer in the matches.”
Holger Rune reveals ‘complicated’ reason why he had to retire in Monte Carlo
"I love the tournament, it was just really bad luck."
Carlos Alcaraz hints at a ‘tough month’ minutes after winning 2025 Monte Carlo Masters
"It's been a tough month for me. I don't want to say in public, but I was struggling stepping on the court."
Lorenzo Musetti heaps praise on ‘legend’ Carlos Alcaraz after defeat
"The physical problems, fatigue, and stress accumulated in the last days and matches, all that was there."
‘I told him to retire’ – Lorenzo Musetti’s coach reveals the Italian’s Monte Carlo final injury
“We took all the necessary precautions, but, during the match, he felt more and more pain."
WTA Stuttgart draw: Iga Swiatek and nemesis Jelena Ostapenko on collision course, with others in action
The world's four best WTA players are in action as clay-court action gets underway
Novak Djokovic receives surprise ATP rankings boost as top rivals suffer shock exits
The former world No 1 looked like a shell of himself in Monte Carlo, but looks likely to hold onto his current ranking.
‘I’m just feeling better and better’ – Carlos Alcaraz gives insight into key playstyle change after reaching last 8
"That’s the way that I enjoy playing tennis. Just playing aggressive just doesn’t qualify me."
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina reflects on dramatic Jack Draper match – ‘A rollercoaster with my mind’
"I'm so sorry how I did it today but I'm happy for the win and I'm going to try and improve for tomorrow."
Alejandro Tabilo reveals why he was ‘very scared’ of facing Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo
"I was ready for him to come out and almost want to kill me."
Jannik Sinner’s fitness coach says the world No 1 has ‘rediscovered himself’ during suspension
The Italian's fitness coach - who previously worked with Novak Djokovic - detailed how Jannik Sinner has been training during the 3-month period.
Gael Monfils reveals what stopped him ‘retiring’ from professional tennis 5 years ago
“I was really starting to say, ‘I think I’m going to stop.'"
‘Excited’ Emma Raducanu replacement announced after star withdraws from latest event
Raducanu's replacement says that she is 'very excited' to join the team.
Patrick Mouratoglou discusses the future of UTS, as it moves into Asia for first time
"The idea was to represent a very modern way to play tennis, to bring younger fans to this sport."
A look at Rafael Nadal’s unprecedented 11 Monte Carlo Masters titles
An in-depth look at Rafael Nadal's runs to his 11 Monte Carlo titles.
‘Rested’ Jannik Sinner admits that Rome Masters return ‘won’t be easy’
"There is still a bit of time to digest all this, but I can't wait to be back in Rome."
Nearly 5 months without touching a racket, Rafael Nadal admits what he has ‘lost’ in retirement
"I don't understand going to play without a goal, beyond conditioning the body."
2025 Monte Carlo draw – Novak Djokovic may face Stan Wawrinka in opening match, as Nadal-slayer looms for Carlos Alcaraz
A full breakdown of the 2025 Monte Carlo draw - the first clay court Masters 1000 of the year.
2025 WTA Stuttgart Entry List: All 4 of the world’s best players to participate
Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff, and Pegula headline the event.
‘He was a little soft’ – Former world No 1 on playing a young Roger Federer
"I just got in his face and went ‘Come on!’"
When is Alexander Zverev’s next tournament. What about his ranking, sponsors and prize money?
Here is your ultimate guide to Alexander Zverev's stellar tennis career.