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WTA Wuhan Winners & Losers: Aryna Sabalenka’s hat-trick, fight for No 1 spot heats up, Coco Gauff’s unwanted record
Aryna Sabalenka was the biggest winner at the Wuhan Open.
The 7 men with the best winning percentage in finals: Jannik Sinner moves ahead of Carlos Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are big-match mentality monsters.
Nick Kyrgios reveals ‘only thing that will shut people up’ as he makes comeback promise
Nick Kyrgios admits he has one big goal to fulfill before he retires.
The 8 men to pass 10,000 ATP Ranking points as Jannik Sinner joins elite 11,000-point club: Novak Djokovic at No 1
Jannik Sinner is one of only six players to achieve 11,000-point milestone.
2024 ATP Finals: The three men who have qualified for Turin, Novak Djokovic +3 in top-eight race
Three players have booked their tickets for the ATP Finals with another five places still up for grabs.
ATP Rankings: Jannik Sinner closes in on 12,000 points, Novak Djokovic back in business, Jakub Mensik +14
This way for your latest ATP Rankings.
WTA Rankings: Aryna Sabalenka sets up No 1 showdown with Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff +1
This way for your latest WTA Rankings as Aryna Sabalenka makes her move.
Novak Djokovic’s wholesome comment to Roger Federer as he makes ‘wish’ claim after Shanghai defeat to Jannik Sinner
"It’s probably the first time I’m playing in front of you. It’s great."
Jannik Sinner denies Novak Djokovic a 100th title as he emulates Roger Federer and Alexander Zverev’s incredible finals feat
Jannik Sinner didn't face a single break point on his serve in the final against Novak Djokovic.
Rafael Nadal’s uncle Toni reveals when tennis great told family he will announce his retirement
"I'm a pretty dry guy and I wrote to him: 'Congratulations, you've had a good career.'"
The 6 men who lost their first 10 matches against Novak Djokovic as Taylor Fritz joins the list
Novak Djokovic "sorry, not sorry" about his 19-0 record against Gael Monfils.
WTA Finals: Coco Gauff makes qualification blunder – ‘They told me not to say anything’
Coco Gauff has qualified for the WTA Finals. Or has she?
Jannik Sinner’s major rankings milestone confirmed after Tomas Machac’s stunning win over Carlos Alcaraz
Jannik Sinner will finish the 2024 season as the year-end No 1.
Rafael Nadal retirement: Sensational records from tennis great from his French Open trophies to his rankings milestone
We look at some of the key stats that define Nadal's extraordinary career.
Rafael Nadal confirms retirement date – ‘I think I’ve come full circle’
Farewell, Rafael Nadal.
Who is Aryna Sabalenka’s coach? Former player Anton Dubrov has turned the Belarusian into a dominant force
Anton Dubrov has taken Aryna Sabalenka to the top of the game.
Coco Gauff handed another rankings boost as she continues winning streak in China
Coco Gauff continues her climb up the WTA Rankings.
‘Novak Djokovic is the reason I started to play tennis,’ says rising star ahead of meeting with tennis great
"When I started to play, there was one wish - to play against him."
Novak Djokovic annoyed by ‘unbelievable’ rule change – ‘It’s incredible, honestly’
"We can’t change it midway in the season."
Aryna Sabalenka makes ‘much-needed’ claim about Iga Swiatek rivalry as she also shares her wish for the Pole
"I love having this competition and I love seeing her in the draw."
Carlos Alcaraz makes Jannik Sinner admission ahead of possible rematch, but Italian faces big obstacle
"I’ve been watching his matches before mine, he is playing at a great level."
Novak Djokovic gives 2025 schedule update amid retirement talk
"I have to see where I am in my life with my body and everything."
Stefanos Tsitsipas makes confession about saying ‘mean stuff’ about Daniil Medvedev – ‘I was completely wrong’
"I consider him someone that I respect on the tour, much more than I did before."
Novak Djokovic moves ahead of Rafael Nadal with latest Masters 1000 win as he also closes in on another all-time record
Novak Djokovic now just four wins away from equalling yet another all-time ATP Masters 1000 record.
Gael Monfils makes ‘crush’ prediction ahead of match against ‘up-and-coming legend’ Carlos Alcaraz
Gael Monfils believes he only has a one per cent chance of beating Carlos Alcaraz at the Shanghai Masters.
Jannik Sinner’s failed drugs test: Former world No 3 bemoans double standards, saying ‘positive doping test ruined me’
"I feel that I did not receive the same treatment as him," said former Roland Garros runner-up.
WATCH: Chair umpire makes crucial error as Nick Kyrgios hits out – ‘Should have been fired years ago’
Carlos Bernardes has come under fire for a crucial error during a match at the Shanghai Masters.
WTA year-end No 1 ranking to be decided in Riyadh with Aryna Sabalenka on course to deny Iga Swiatek a hat-trick
Iga Swiatek faces an uphill battle to make it a hat-trick of year-end No 1 titles.
Jannik Sinner and Anna Kalinskaya respond to wedding rumours – ‘Thank you for all your congratulations’
"Thank you for all your congratulations. False start."
Coco Gauff makes interesting confession after China Open title run
"We have a long way to go and I still have a lot that I need to work on and I'm proud of myself thus far."
WTA Rankings: Aryna Sabalenka wastes golden chance, Coco Gauff +2, Mirra Andreeva reaches milestone, Shuai Zhang +345
This way for your latest WTA Rankings.
Iga Swiatek was ‘one-dimensional’ at Wimbledon and US Open, says former world No 7
"I was really disappointed with the way she played at Wimbledon and at the US Open."
Coco Gauff ‘happy’ with coaching decision as she reveals new mentor is ‘already making significant progress’
"For me, it was trying to find a mix of two people that work together well."
Rafael Nadal ‘will be ready’, says David Ferrer as he gives strong hint about what’s to come for tennis great
"The fact that he is so thrilled to be with the team makes me see that it's perfect to have him with us."
WTA Wuhan Open draw: Aryna Sabalenka handed tough draw with Coco Gauff and Emma Navarro in her half
This way for your 2024 WTA Wuhan Open draw as Aryna Sabalenka gets tricky path.
The 6 men aged 23 or under to achieve 60+ ATP match wins in consecutive seasons: Novak Djokovic in a league of his own
Jannik Sinner once again finds himself in elite company.
Jannik Sinner notches up career milestone win as he also emulates Big Three with unique ATP Tour feat
Jannik Sinner achieved two milestones with his victory over Taro Daniel at the Shanghai Masters.
Emma Raducanu still a ‘global brand ambassador for Porsche’ despite company ‘taking back freebie car’
Porsche insists they are "very happy" with their partnership with Emma Raducanu.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz make confession about their relationship on and off court
"It's like fire and ice a bit ... but it's a nice combination."
Alexander Zverev tells Carlos Alcaraz to forget about No 1 ranking ‘as it has gone to Jannik Sinner’
Alexander Zverev: "I think finishing in the No 2 spot and starting the year there would be amazing for me."
‘Novak Djokovic’s arrogance makes him who he is. I love that about him,’ says former sparring partner
"It makes him, in my opinion, the greatest that has ever played the game purely from a tennis standpoint."
Aryna Sabalenka on course to overtake Iga Swiatek in Race To Riyadh as she continues unbeaten run
Aryna Sabalenka has closed the gap to Iga Swiatek in the Race To Riyadh and she take over at No 1 in the next few days.
Alexander Zverev ‘ended up in hospital’ as he issues update on health scare and Shanghai participation
"The issue with my lung is not gone, it’s still there," says Zverev.
Emma Raducanu dealt Wuhan Open blow as her rankings rise is shunted
Emma Raducanu's return to action delayed.
Naomi Osaka +15 as she makes another rankings breakthrough ahead of Coco Gauff ‘battle’
"I think it's going to be a really cool test for me. She's played really well this year."
Carlos Alcaraz makes ‘surprised’ confession after Jannik Sinner news – ‘Not really a good sign’
"It is difficult for him. I know everyone is talking about it, the news is talking about it."
Shanghai Masters draw: Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in same half, Novak Djokovic could face rising American star
This way for your Shanghai Masters draw as Novak Djokovic returns to action.
The 7 world No 1s to reach 200 ATP wins the quickest: Carlos Alcaraz ahead of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer
Carlos Alcaraz has already notched up 200 Tour-level wins.
Carlos Alcaraz one win away from rankings boost after matching Jannik Sinner and Felix Auger-Aliassime feat
Carlos Alcaraz on course to move ahead of Alexander Zverev in the ATP Rankings.
Andy Murray delivers cutting remark about Six Kings Slam despite rave reviews for promo trailer
Andy Murray not a fan of the Six Kings Slam promo or the event itself.