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Former US Open champion backs Novak Djokovic to win a Grand Slam in 2026

Novak Djokovic has suffered a frustrating start to his 2026 season, having withdrawn from the Adelaide International. Djokovic was set to start another ATP Tour campaign in Adelaide, but the veteran admitted he isn’t physically ready for the event.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas shares his thoughts on coaching after being vocal at the United Cup

Stefanos Tsitsipas has been in fine form at this year’s United Cup. The Greek star played a starring role in the group stages, winning two singles matches.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / January 6

Coco Gauff names the American tennis player most likely to yell at their coaching box

Coco Gauff is once again enjoying her time at the United Cup, having just helped the USA reach the quarterfinals. Gauff was the MVP as the USA won the United Cup in 2025, with her nation now back in Australia to defend their title.

Tennis News / HITC / January 6

Andy Roddick calls Jack Draper’s injury situation ‘concerning’

Jack Draper’s decision to pull out of the Australian Open has once again brought attention to his ongoing struggles with a left arm injury. Jack Draper’s decision to pull out of the Australian Open has intensified worries surrounding his lingering left arm injury.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

WTA Brisbane Day 4 Predictions Including Jessica Pegula vs Anna Kalinskaya

Day 4 of the WTA 250 in Brisbane will see the overdue debut of World #6 Jessica Pegula as she squares up against a familiar foe, Anna Kalinskaya. Several other matches are also billed for the day, but we examine four in this piece and offer our predictions on who will make it to the next round.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / January 6

Coco Gauff’s American No.1 reign ends following United Cup loss

Coco Gauff will soon drop from her spot as the top-ranked American player after a one-sided loss in Perth. She had started the 2026 season on a strong note, losing just two games to Solana Sierra in her opener.

Amanda Anisimova News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

WTA Brisbane Day 4 Predictions Including Amanda Anisimova vs Kimberly Birrell

Former finalist Aliaksandra Sasnovich will be in action on the fourth day of the WTA 250 in Brisbane, amongst several exciting matches on the cards. We analyze four of in this piece and predict who will advance to the next round.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

ATP United Cup Best Bets Including Fritz vs Tsitsipas

Hurkacz – Griekspoor: 07.01.2026 00:30 CEST H2H: 3-2 Hubert Hurkacz has lost three of his last five matches. This week in Australia, Hurkacz upset Zverev in the opening match in straight sets.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

ATP Brisbane Best Bets Including Dimitrov vs Collignon

Collignon – Dimitrov: 07.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: first meeting Raphael Collignon has won four of his last five matches. This week in Brisbane, Collignon qualified for the main draw tournament by winning both matches in straight sets.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 6

Australian Open's new prize money tops Wimbledon's

The Australian Open has increased the prize money for this year's first Grand Slam tournament by 16% to $74.9 million USD. That surpasses Wimbledon ($72.7 million in 2025) and trails last year's U.S.

Tennis News / HITC / January 6

Danielle Collins has a request for Serena Williams when speculating if she could return to tennis

Danielle Collins and Lindsay Davenport have speculated over whether Serena Williams could return to tennis. Williams retired from tennis in 2022, playing the final match of her career at the US Open.

Tennis News / HITC / January 6

Iga Swiatek opens 2026 with comeback win as No.1 push begins

Iga Swiatek kicked off her season with a hard-fought win over Eva Lys at the United Cup, coming from behind to secure the victory. The world number two dropped the opening set to Lys but battled back to take the next two and claim the point for Poland.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 6

ATP roundup: United Cup quarterfinals take shape

The United Cup quarterfinals in the Perth bracket are set, while host Australia, Belgium and Czechia clinched quarterfinal berths in the Sydney bracket on Tuesday, with one spot still to be determined.

Stan Wawrinka News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

United Cup Quarterfinal Predictions Including Stan Wawrinka vs Sebastian Baez

The night session at the RAC Arena in Perth will host the second quarterfinals of the 2026 United Cup as Stan Wawrinka’s Team Switzerland takes on the gritty Team Argentina.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

United Cup Quarterfinal Predictions Including Taylor Fritz vs Stefanos Tsitsipas

The 2026 United Cup has reached its quarterfinal stage, and fans have many brilliant ties to look forward to. This article features Group A winners Team U.S.A.

Venus Williams News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / January 6

Venus Williams did not stutter about ‘biggest pressure’ she’s facing after Auckland loss

Venus Williams said the pressure she faces at this stage of her career is largely self-imposed after opening her 2026 singles season with a three-set loss at the WTA Tour event in Auckland, New Zealand.

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Aryna Sabalenka News / Field Level Media / January 6

WTA roundup: Aryna Sabalenka opens '26 with rout

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka only needed 47 minutes to open her 2026 season with a 6-0, 6-1 victory over Spain's Cristina Bucsa at the Brisbane International on Tuesday in Australia.

Tennis News / HITC / January 6

Why an ATP star wants Jannik Sinner above Carlos Alcaraz in the rankings

Jannik Sinner will have his sights set on reclaiming the world number one ranking from Carlos Alcaraz in 2026. Even though Alcaraz ended the 2025 season as world number one, Sinner had beaten him in the final of the year-end ATP Finals, so the Italian star knows what he needs to do to return to the top.

Andrey Rublev News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

ATP Hong Kong Day 3 Predictions Including Andrey Rublev vs Yibing Wu

The ATP Hong Kong Open is back on the main Tour after a hiatus from 2003-2023. This is the third edition since the return and we are blessed with a jam-packed draw.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

ATP Brisbane Day 4 Predictions Including Daniil Medvedev vs Frances Tiafoe

Second round action at the ATP 250 in Brisbane features four intriguing matches on Wednesday, with top seed Daniil Medvedev taking center stage. Who will reach the quarterfinals?

Aryna Sabalenka News / HITC / January 6

Aryna Sabalenka admits frustration despite blistering 47-minute win in 2026 opener

The world number one opened her season in ruthless fashion at the Brisbane International but remained demanding of herself. Aryna Sabalenka could hardly have asked for a more dominant start to her 2026 campaign, dismantling Cristina Bucsa 6–0, 6–1 in just 47 minutes in the second round of the Brisbane International.

Coco Gauff News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

'The Worst' Support in Tennis: Coco Gauff Challenges American Fans to Do Better

Coco Gauff’s new season once again started at the United Cup, where she led Team U.S.A. to a tournament victory last year while playing some of the best tennis of her career.

Novak Djokovic News / Total Apex Sports / January 6

PTPA Ignores Novak Djokovic in a Shocking Statement After Serb’s Departure

If you thought the tennis world would give us a calm start to 2026, you haven’t been paying attention. In a move that feels less like a corporate resignation and more like a messy celebrity breakup, Novak Djokovic has officially severed ties with the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA).

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / January 5

Novak Djokovic leaving players' union he co-founded

Tennis great Novak Djokovic has left the players' union he co-founded, citing "ongoing concerns regarding transparency, governance, and the way my voice and image have been represented." The 24-time Grand Slam champion announced his parting from the Professional Tennis Players Association through a series of posts on X on Sunday.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 4

Emma Raducanu (foot) WDs from United Cup clash vs. Naomi Osaka

Emma Raducanu of Great Britain withdrew from a marquee United Cup showdown with Naomi Osaka to prioritize recovering from a stubborn foot injury ahead of the Australian Open.