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Articles by Oliver Paton
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.
The 3 other WTA world No 1s this century to win the Miami Open as Aryna Sabalenka joins the list
The Belarusian joins four other world No 1s after lifting the Miami Open title for the first time.
2025 WTA Charleston Open Draw: Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys lead the way
American Danielle Collins will attempt to defend his 2024 title in Charleston.
Rafael Nadal reveals which match he would love to replay – and it’s not epic against Novak Djokovic
The 22-time Grand Slam champion gave an honest - and, perhaps, surprising - answer.
Jack Draper chooses the player he would rely on to win a match to save his life
The Brit was clear in his hypothetical decision.
Iga Swiatek harassed by ‘aggressive and taunting’ man during Miami practice session
"He was aggressive and taunting."
Fonseca v Federer v Nadal v Djokovic v Sinner v Alcaraz at 18 – Who comes out on top?
A detailed comparison between the six players at 18.
‘Never lost the talent’ – Williams sisters’ former coach predicts Emma Raducanu’s future ranking
The American predicts success for the Brit, if she can play like her 'authentic self.'
Novak Djokovic may not take to court for next match as opponent describes ‘painful’ injury
"It’s pretty painful right now, we’ll see how it goes tomorrow."
‘Belongs with the top players’ – Jessica Pegula weighs in on Emma Raducanu struggles
"When she’s playing at a top level, she belongs with the top players."
‘It’s great’ – Novak Djokovic gives his verdict on pickleball and padel, says he is eyeing 100th title in Miami
"It's going to be interesting to see the rise of these sports and on a professional level."
Retired Spanish great weighs in on ‘sensitive’ Iga Swiatek after honest behavioral admission
"It makes me feel sorry for her, because she's a lovely girl."
Novak Djokovic reveals what Andy Murray did that helped him produce ‘flawless’ Miami performance
"Obviously it's just the first match but the way I felt on the court and the way I played is really encouraging."
‘Now it’s a bit different’ – Daniil Medvedev not concerned by shock Miami loss
"I don’t have really too big of concerns about my game in general."
‘Scary’ Jack Draper is ready to challenge for tennis’ biggest titles says assistant coach
“It’s a massive achievement. I believed he could win it but I don’t think he’d been in the semis of a 1000 event before."
Nick Kyrgios formulates 4 ideas for how to radically change Grand Slam events
“I think that would be more content for the sport, I think that would be cool."