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Learner Tien wins Next Gen ATP Finals title after falling short in '24

Top seed Learner Tien notched the biggest achievement of his young professional career when he swept No. 2 seed Alexander Blockx of Belgium 4-3 (4), 4-2, 4-1 Sunday to win the Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

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Ex-ATP Player Thinks Novak Djokovic ‘with His Ego’ is Convinced He Can Win Another Major

Novak Djokovic is prolonging his career only because he thinks he still can win a Grand Slam title, according to former player, Guy Forget. Djokovic has reached the twilight of his career and is struggling to win titles.

Nick Kyrgios News / Field Level Media / December 21

Nick Kyrgios to make ATP return at Australian Open tune-up

Australia's Nick Kyrgios will make a rare appearance in an ATP Tour match when he takes the court as a wild-card entry in the Brisbane International next month.

Tennis News / HITC / December 21

Amanda Anisimova shares if she would like to play doubles with Serena Williams

Amanda Anisimova turned plenty of heads in 2025, putting together a strong campaign that included two Grand Slam final appearances. While she fell just short at Wimbledon and the US Open, there’s growing belief that 2026 could be the year she breaks through for her first major title.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 21

Aryna Sabalenka Calls Iga Swiatek and Serena Williams ‘Best’ Players She Has Ever Faced

For Aryna Sabalenka, the best players she has faced in her career are Iga Swiatek and Serena Williams. Sabalenka met the former multiple times but clashed with the latter just once.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / December 21

The ‘dream’ goal that Novak Djokovic wanted to achieve more than becoming world number one

Novak Djokovic has achieved just about everything there is to achieve in tennis. The Serbian star has won more Grand Slams than anyone else, and spent longer at the top of the ATP Tour rankings.

Tennis News / HITC / December 21

The Grand Slam champion who said Rafael Nadal’s tennis was ‘more fun’ than Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer

Rafael Nadal was favoured by a multiple-time Grand Slam champion over Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Nadal retired from professional tennis last year, playing his last tournament at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga.

Naomi Osaka News / Tennis Infinity / December 21

Naomi Osaka shockingly parts ways from agency that she co-founded

Naomi Osaka's 2026 is already guaranteed to be different after she surprisingly split from the agency she helped to create. In early 2022, Osaka and her longtime agent, Stuart Duguid, founded the Evolve Agency, aiming to provide professional athletes with the best representation possible as they navigate the often-stressful lives they lead.

Daniil Medvedev News / SportsInfo / December 21

Dhakshineshwar Suresh beats Daniil Medvedev, as Aussie Mavericks Kites win WTL 2025

Dhakshineshwar Suresh played a key role in Aussie Mavericks Kites' comeback win in the World Tennis League 2025 The emerging Indian player beat Daniil

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 21

Tim Henman Shares Which Player Can Really Join ‘Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner Conversation’ in Near Future

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have been dominating so much on the tour that, since the 2024 season, they have won a combined 26 trophies from 35 finals.

Nick Kyrgios News / Tennis Infinity / December 21

Nick Kyrgios's return to professional tennis announced for 2026 tournament

Nick Kyrgios's ATP career is officially not over after an event in his native Australia announced he will appear there. In 2025, Kyrgios attempted a return to professional tennis after a two-year absence, aside from a failed comeback at the 2023 Halle Open.

Aryna Sabalenka News / FirstSportz / December 21

Ex-WTA Pro Backs Aryna Sabalenka to Complete Rare Calendar Grand Slam: 'She’s Been Very Confident This Season'

After starting her season at the Brisbane International and ending the tournament in her favor, Aryna Sabalenka made the Australian Open final only to suffer a three-set defeat to Madison Keys, failing to complete the three-peat.

Nick Kyrgios News / HITC / December 21

Nick Kyrgios names his pick for the greatest tennis match ever

Just like the ongoing debate over the greatest player in tennis history, there’s never a clear answer to what the best match ever played was. This year’s Roland Garros final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz certainly made a strong case, with the two of them putting on a five-set show in Paris.

Karen Khachanov News / Last Word On Sports / December 21

Karen Khachanov 2025 Season Review – A solid season but a missed opportunity

Karen Khachanov has been a solid top 20 players since 2018 and this year was no different, even if he was briefly ranked inside the top 10 (without topping his previous career high ranking of #8 though).

Tennis News / HITC / December 21

Scottish teenager picks between practicing with Andy Murray and Carlos Alcaraz

The NextGen ATP Finals have produced some memorable moments over the years, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner among its former champions. Learner Tien is currently the youngster who is really impressing at the NextGen ATP Finals, reaching the final in back-to-back years.

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Andy Roddick News / FirstSportz / December 21

Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim Wonder Whether Players Will ‘Sit Out’ of Majors to Leverage Prize Money Increase

This year, twice the top 10 players sent letters to the four Grand Slam tournaments, demanding higher prize money, pensions, and other benefits from the revenue.

Nick Kyrgios News / BBC Sport / December 21

Kyrgios set to make ATP Tour return at Brisbane

Nick Kyrgios is in line to play his first ATP Tour match in 10 months after being given a wildcard entry for next month's Brisbane International.

Novak Djokovic News / FirstSportz / December 20

Former Russian Star Questions Novak Djokovic’s Desire to Play at the LA Olympics in 2028

Novak Djokovic’s future in tennis remains a major topic of discussion. As 2026 draws closer, questions continue to surround how much longer he will compete at the highest level.

Rafael Nadal News / HITC / December 20

What Shakira said after getting Rafael Nadal to star in her music video in 2010

Rafael Nadal is one of tennis’ most renowned individuals, as an elite competitor famed for his relentless work ethic. And, as is often the case with players of his quality and legendary status, their reputation cannot be contained to just their sport.

Stan Wawrinka News / SportsInfo / December 20

Stan Wawrinka confirms 2026 as his last year on tour

Stan Wawrinka took to social media and confirmed that 2026 will be his last year as an active Tennis player on the tour The 40-year-old felt the need to

Nishesh Basavareddy News / Last Word On Sports / December 19

Next Gen ATP Finals Semifinal Predictions Including Learner Tien vs Nishesh Basavareddy

We have reached the weekend in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where the original field of eight at the Next Gen ATP Finals has been trimmed to four. With previous winners such as Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Joao Fonseca, winning this event has been a strong corollary for future ATP success.

Stan Wawrinka News / Field Level Media / December 19

3-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka retiring after '26

Three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka announced Friday that 2026 will be his final year on the ATP Tour. The 40-year-old Switzerland native has won 16 titles and earned nearly $38 million in prize money since 2002.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / December 19

Aryna Sabalenka wins second WTA Player of the Year award in a row

WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has landed in elite company after having a dominant tennis season in 2025. After being awarded her second straight Player of the Year award on Monday, Sabalenka joined Serena Williams and Iga Swiatek as the only back-to-back female winners in the last 25 years.

Ben Shelton News / Total Apex Sports / December 18

Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman Steal the Show (and Maybe a Bouquet) at Friend’s Wedding

If there is one thing the internet loves more than a chaotic celebrity breakup, it’s a sports power couple absolutely crushing the offseason. And right now, nobody is doing it quite like Trinity Rodman and Ben Shelton.

Roger Federer News / SportsInfo / December 17

Roger Federer gets excited ahead of his Australian Open 2026 return

Roger Federer is set to return to action during the Australian Open 2026 season for the first time in many years He will play an exhibition match along