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Taylor Fritz, Coco Gauff lead U.S.'s defense of United Cup title

Third-ranked Coco Gauff and sixth-ranked Taylor Fritz will team up again as the United States defends its championship at the United Cup next week in Australia.

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Former World No.1 Challenges Taylor Fritz to Have a Breakthrough Season Amid Challenges from Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Being a professional tennis player right now must be absolutely exhausting, unless your last name is Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz. But if there is one star who seems completely unwilling to accept his role as a background character, it’s Taylor Fritz.

Jack Draper News / FirstSportz / December 24

Jack Draper Confirms 2026 Australian Open Participation after Months on the Sidelines

Jack Draper endured the most tumultuous season of his career in 2025 after suffering injuries that forced him out of the tour in August. The British No.1 played just one match after the Wimbledon Championships before calling off the season.

Tennis News / HITC / December 24

Five Grand Slam champions who could retire from tennis in 2026

There could be some big names saying their farewell to tennis over the next year. This has already been confirmed, with three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka already confirming he will retire in 2026.

Holger Rune News / HITC / December 24

Holger Rune hits major milestone in his recovery from Achilles surgery

Holger Rune has shared a positive update on his recovery from the Achilles injury that ended his 2025 season early. Rune went down in agony during his semifinal encounter with Ugo Humbert in Sweden back in October of this year.

Tennis News / HITC / December 24

Four ATP players with a big point to prove in the 2026 season

Another ATP Tour season has concluded, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner having dominated the scene. Alcaraz and Sinner each won two of the four Grand Slam titles in 2025, a feat the superstar duo also achieved in 2024.

Madison Keys News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Madison Keys in 2025: A First Slam Title Down Under

American Madison Keys was historically known as one of the best players never to win a Grand Slam. That was until January, when she defied the odds to win the Australian Open in a brutal tournament draw.

Ben Shelton News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Ben Shelton 2025 Season Review: Onwards and Upwards for the American

Ben Shelton had a fantastic 2025. The American finished in the top 10 and the 23 year old cemented his place as a top contender for the biggest titles on the tour.

Novak Djokovic News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Where Is Novak Djokovic Returning to Action in 2026? Season Launch Details

In his search for what would be a historic 25th Major title, Novak Djokovic has already confirmed where he’ll begin his 2026 season — a campaign he’ll start ranked World No.

Elena Rybakina News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Elena Rybakina 2025 Season Review – A strong finish for a top player

For Elena Rybakina, the 2025 season featured some on-court and off-court uncertainty: returning injuries, Grand Slam upsets, and coaching drama. However, she ultimately finished the season 60-19 with three titles, claiming the WTA Finals and coming into 2026 with lots of momentum.

Danielle Collins News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Danielle Collins To Miss First Part Of The Season Amid Injury Recovery And Personal Milestones

In a candid Instagram update shared on December 23, 2025, American tennis player Danielle Collins revealed she won’t be able to compete for the initial months of the 2026 season.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

$1 Million on the Line as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner Go Head-to-Head in Australia

Despite once again choosing not to play an official tournament in the lead-up to the Australian Open, both Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will still be competing in Australia before the first Major of the year.

Danielle Collins News / Field Level Media / December 23

Former finalist Danielle Collins (back) out of 2026 Australian Open

Danielle Collins, who reached the Australian Open final in 2022, said she's missing next month's Grand Slam event in Melbourne due to the back injury that prematurely shortened her 2025 season.

Serena Williams News / HITC / December 23

When Serena Williams almost received a ban for her actions at the US Open

Serena Williams more often than not made headlines for the right reasons thanks to her stunning ability on the court. Williams could make a dramatic return at the US Open next year, but it remains to be seen if a remarkable comeback is truly on the cards.

Andy Murray News / HITC / December 23

The unwanted record that Andy Murray shares with his former coach

Andy Murray enjoyed a fantastic career on the ATP Tour, from which he retired at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Murray retired as a three-time Grand Slam champion, as well as a former world number one on the ATP Tour.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / December 23

'Not the real deal': Casper Ruud slams Sabalenka and Kyrgios's Battle of Sexes match

Casper Ruud did not hide his true feelings when asked about Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios's divisive Battle of the Sexes contest, scheduled for December 28th.

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Novak Djokovic News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

With his cast of peers fast-diminishing, where next Novak Djokovic?

Novak Djokovic occupies an interesting position in the men’s game. His achievements stand alone, but his career will always (rightly) be defined by his great rivalries with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, as well as to a lesser extent Andy Murray.

Joao Fonseca News / HITC / December 23

Greg Rusedski reveals when Joao Fonseca could emerge as a real threat at the top of tennis

Joao Fonseca has long been talked about as one of tennis’s next big things. While still just a teenager, he’s already turned heads across the sport. There’s growing talk about whether he could be the one to break through and challenge Alcaraz and Sinner in the years ahead.

Frances Tiafoe News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

Frances Tiafoe 2025 in Review: His Worst Season Since 2021

After several years as a consistent top 20 player, 2024 looked like being a break through season for Frances Tiafoe with the American reaching his first Masters 1000 the final in Cincinnati, as well as coming within a set of beating eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon and within a set of reaching the US Open final.