After spending a couple of years as a sub-editor and duty editor at the South African news, entertainment and sports website IOL, I moved over to TEAMtalk to fulfil my dream of working in sports journalism. I started as a general sports writer and produced different types of content for several of the Planet Sport websites - including PlanetF1, Planet Rugby and Cricket365 - before deciding it was time for a new adventure in online marketing. I found I missed sport too much and when the opportunity to become editor at the newly launched Tennis365 became available in 2017, it was game, set and match. It has been a privilege to be part of the site from day one and see it grow into the not-quite-finished product it is today. Having focused mostly on breaking news and the odd feature during the early days, my role has shifted to finding niche features and news angles that help us to stand out. I belatedly completed my degree in Communications Science at the University of South Africa in 2023 after studying part-time while running Tennis365 during the day.
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Articles by Shahida Jacobs

Elena Rybakina forced to skip Stuttgart resulting in WTA Rankings knock
Elena Rybakina won't defend her Stuttgart Open title this week.

ATP Rankings: Alcaraz overtakes Zverev; Musetti’s breakthrough, Djokovic misses chance, Tsitsipas drops
This way for your post-Monte Carlo Masters ATP Rankings.

Money and points earned by Alcaraz, Musetti, Fils and Djokovic at Monte Carlo Masters
A look at the points and money matters from the 2025 Monte Carlo Masters.

Carlos Alcaraz beats Jannik Sinner to ATP Tour prize money milestone
Carlos Alcaraz the latest man to achieve the $40m prize money milestone.

Barcelona Open draw: Carlos Alcaraz and Arthur Fils rematch before final?
A closer look at the 2025 Barcelona Open draw where Carlos Alcaraz is the top seed.

The 12 Spanish men to reach Monte Carlo final in Open Era as Carlos Alcaraz joins list
Carlos Alcaraz is into his first Monte Carlo Masters final while Rafael Nadal reached 12 during his illustrious career.

WTA Madrid Open 2025 Entry List: Will Raducanu and Eala play? Sabalenka, Swiatek top seeds
The entry list for the 2025 Madrid Open has been confirmed and the usual suspects will feature.

2025 BMW Open draw: Struggling Alexander Zverev’s path filled with obstacles
Alexander Zverev will be the first to admit there are no easy matches.

The 9 players with the most bagels in the past 52 weeks: Alex de Minaur surges clear
Alex de Minaur is out on his own with 6-0 set wins in the past 52 weeks.

Barcelona Open v BMW Open prize money compared with points on offer the same
A look at the money (and car) that is on offer at the two ATP 500 events.

Carlos Alcaraz edges closer to Alexander Zverev in rankings with Monte Carlo feat
Carlos Alcaraz has edged closer to a return to No 2 in the ATP Rankings.

Emma Raducanu gets support from Billie Jean King Cup captain after schedule decision
"I really hope Emma will be part of this again in the future."

Alex Eala’s big goal following her magnificent breakout run at Miami
Rising star Alex Eala highlights key improvements to her game.

Novak Djokovic’s quest for yet another unique ATP Masters 1000 record
Novak Djokovic can achieve another ATP Masters 1000 record if he wins the 2025 Monte Carlo Masters.

Rafael Nadal to become a father for a second time as his wife is pregnant, according to a report
The Nadal family will expand in the coming days.

Novak Djokovic reveals if he will go out on a high if he wins 25th Slam and title No 100 at same event
Novak Djokovic eyeing another couple of milestones in the coming months.

Alexander Zverev at a loss for his shocking run of form
What's happening with Alexander Zverev's form?

Carlos Alcaraz asked about ‘obsession’ with reaching Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer levels
"I'd like to be remembered as an inspiration to the little ones, and as someone who had fun doing what he loved most."

2025 BMW Open: Who are the top seeds? When is the draw?
All the crucial info ahead of the ATP 500 BMW Open in Munich.

Alexander Zverev will be one of the contenders for French Open, says former world No 1
"I do think he is going to be back. He is too good a player, he works too hard."

Jack Draper dismisses ‘nuts’ Rafael Nadal comparisons
Jack Draper uncomfortable with Rafael Nadal comparisons.

ATP Rankings: Points being dropped by Sinner, Zverev, Djokovic, Tsitsipas in Monte Carlo
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Casper Ruud dropping the most points at the Monte Carlo Masters.

Former world No 1 confirms ‘exciting’ news after lengthy absence
Caroline Wozniacki's family is expanding.

ATP Rankings: Jannik Sinner still dominant, Jenson Brooksby +335, Flavio Cobolli +9
A look at your ATP Rankings after the first clay-court action of 2025.

WTA Rankings: Aryna Sabalenka rules, Iga Swiatek facing Jessica Pegula challenge, Coco Gauff slips
A look at your latest WTA Rankings with Jessica Pegula the big winner.

Novak Djokovic makes ‘not ideal’ confession about eye problem
Novak Djokovic is "still managing a few things health-wise".

Rafael Nadal fears tennis heading in wrong direction as it refuses to evolve
"Someone over two metres tall with good mobility will come along, and you won't be able to compete against them."

Alex Eala plays ‘mystical’ tennis, says seven-time Grand Slam winner after sensational run
"I don't think that she's going to go away, she's too smart, her talent is too good, she's too gifted."

Jannik Sinner used three-month ban to ‘improve his game and physique’
Jannik Sinner will be a dangerous opponent when he returns to action after his suspension.

When was the last all-American quarter-final at ATP Tour level before Houston feat?
Safe to say that an American man will win the title in Houston.

When is Madison Keys’ next tournament. What about her ranking, prize money and sponsors?
All the important info about reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys.

Coco Gauff breaks away from Roger Federer’s Team8 agency
2023 US Open winner Coco Gauff has launched Coco Gauff Enterprises.

Tennis rocked by fresh row as Djokovic, Sinner, Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Swiatek demand more money
"This letter calls for a greater distribution of profits generated by the four pillars of the tour."

Andre Agassi to return to American TV screens. Will John McEnroe join him?
American tennis fans in for a treat during French Open.

The 9 youngest women to earn $1m on WTA Tour: Martina Hingis among five 16-year-olds
Martina Hingis broke through the $1m prize money barrier shortly after she turned 16.

Iga Swiatek ‘makes difficult decision’ as she confirms tweak to her schedule
"Now it's time for more balance, focusing on myself and my training."

Doubts raised over Novak Djokovic’s 25th Grand Slam hopes, but better news for 100th ATP title
"He will need to keep playing matches in order to have the sharpness and confidence to try for 25."

Jessica Pegula named the real ‘American Master’ ahead of Coco Gauff and Madison Keys
"Pegula has always been one of the best pure ball strikers on tour not to win a Slam."

Emma Raducanu ‘turning point’ revealed as Wimbledon winner says she is ‘very close’ to best level
"The way she's been moving on the court, you really feel physically she has been coming back close to probably her best level."

ATP Rankings: How many points are Sinner, Zverev, Alcaraz, Djokovic dropping in April?
A look at the points that the big-name players in the ATP Tour will drop in April.

WTA Rankings: How many points are Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff, Raducanu, Eala dropping in April?
A look at the points that the top stars on the WTA Tour are defending in April.

Jakub Mensik finds apt words to describe Novak Djokovic’s longevity
"It's showing his dominance, like, 20 years ago he was already in the finals, and now 20 years later, he's still in the finals."

WTA Rankings: Aryna Sabalenka’s 3,000-point lead over Iga Swiatek; Emma Raducanu +12, Alex Eala’s surge
A look at your post-Miami Open WTA Rankings.

Money and points earned by Mensik, Djokovic, Zverev, Alcaraz at Miami Open
Mensik and Djokovic were the big winners while Zverev, Alcaraz and Medvedev were losers.

Novak Djokovic’s big statement about Jakub Mensik as he offers ‘happier to lose’ confession
"He still can improve, of course. So I'm sure we'll be seeing him around."

Jakub Mensik’s ‘lucky’ admission as Novak Djokovic is again forced to wait for 100th ATP title
"When I was young I started to play tennis because of you. There is no harder task in tennis than to beat him in the finals."

Novak Djokovic slapped with big fine in Spain
Novak Djokovic could be hit with 12 fines for not following building regulations in Marbella.

WATCH: Jessica Pegula nicks Aryna Sabalenka’s margarita
Jessica Pegula got her revenge after she lost the Miami Open final against Aryna Sabalenka.

WTA Rankings Race To Riyadh: Sabalenka at No 1, Keys, Swiatek comfortable, Gauff with work to do
A look at the WTA Rankings Race to the season-ending WTA Finals.

Toni Nadal’s kind words about Alex Eala after historic Miami Open run
"There's never been a single complaint from anyone, neither from her nor from her family."