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Cousins Collide: Rinderknech and Vacherot Set for Paris Reunion

Just over two weeks after their final clash at the Rolex Shanghai Masters, cousins Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot meet again at the Rolex Paris Masters.

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The ex-World No.3 who said beating Rafael Nadal in the Paris Masters final was so easy

Rafael Nadal’s dominance of the French Open never quite carried over to the Paris Masters. Nadal made tennis history at Roland Garros by winning the tournament a record 14 times between 2009 and 2022.

Joao Fonseca News / FirstSportz / October 28

Joao Fonseca Reveals Main Goal for 2026 Australian Open After Lifting Career’s Biggest Title

Joao Fonseca is happy with the decisions he and his team have made for this year. He played every Grand Slam main draw match and has lifted a couple of tour-level titles.

Jannik Sinner News / FirstSportz / October 28

Ex-ATP Pro Claims Jannik Sinner’s Cramping Problems Are ‘Weird’ After Italian’s Struggles During Vienna Open Final

Jannik Sinner suffered from cramps when he was up against Alexander Zverev in the final of the Vienna Open. He lost the first set but increased his level in the following two sets, before ending the tight final in his favor to win his second Vienna Open title.

Alexander Bublik News / Total Apex Sports / October 28

Alexander Bublik Leaves Popyrin Hanging After Paris Masters Win—And He’s Got Zero Regrets

Tennis etiquette just got served—ice cold. Alexander Bublik wasn’t about to play nice after his straight-sets victory over Alexei Popyrin at the 2025 Paris Masters, and honestly?

Nicolas Mahut News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

Nicolas Mahut to Play Final Match at the Paris Masters

The 2025 Rolex Paris Masters will mark the end of an era. French veteran Nicolas Mahut, one of the most accomplished doubles players of his generation, will play the final match of his professional career at his home tournament in Paris.

Grigor Dimitrov News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

34 and Fighting: Grigor Dimitrov Begins Tough Comeback in Paris

The headline player of Day 1 at the ATP Paris Masters 1000 was Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov. The 34-year-old displayed his artistry and skill against home French player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, cruising to a 7-6(1) 6-1 victory over the Frenchman, who relies heavily on a powerful serve but has little else to his game.

Carlos Alcaraz News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Carlos Alcaraz Welcomes Court Speed Change at Rolex Paris Masters 2025

Just like most of the recent tournament weeks, much of the talk entering another tournament has yet again been dominated by court speed and its impact on player performance.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

ATP Race to Turin Qualifying Scenarios: de Minaur and Musetti eyeing qualification

The ATP Race to Turin is not over, even though we’re only days away from finding out what the final lineup of the ATP Finals will be. There are some interesting scenarios which we’ll go over, breaking down just who will be in Turin and who might not end up making the cut.

Alexander Bublik News / Tennis Infinity / October 27

Watch: Alexander Bublik ignores opponent and refuses handshake after Paris Masters win

Alexander Bublik refused to shake hands with Alexei Popyrin after their 2025 Paris Masters clash because he was enraged by his behavior during the match.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

ATP Paris Day 2 Predictions Including Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Francisco Comesana

The second day of the ATP Masters in Paris is loaded with yet another round of mouth-watering matches, and the fans trooping to the La Défense Arena will certainly be entertained with the array of talent lined up for the second day.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

ATP Paris Day 2 Predictions Including Daniil Medvedev vs Jaume Munar

The final ATP Masters tournament of the season is upon us and has already delivered a day of high-octane indoor tennis in Paris. On Day 2, the seeded players return to action, and the atmosphere at a new venue is expected to heat up even more.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

ATP Paris Day 2 Predictions Including Carlos Alcaraz vs Cameron Norrie

As the ATP season winds down, the Paris Masters offers one final chance for players to finish strong before the year-end championships. The quick indoor conditions often reward aggressive first-strike tennis, while consistency under pressure becomes just as crucial.

Grigor Dimitrov News / Field Level Media / October 27

Grigor Dimitrov returns to action with first-round victory in Paris

Grigor Dimitrov was triumphant in his first competitive match since his injury retirement at Wimbledon, as he defeated France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 7-6 (5), 6-1 in the first round of the Rolex Paris Masters on Monday.

Naomi Osaka News / Tennis Infinity / October 27

Naomi Osaka splits with important team member after ending 2025 season

Naomi Osaka's team is guaranteed to look different in the 2026 season after one member announced his departure. Osaka started this season with Patrick Mouratoglou as her coach.

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Andrey Rublev News / FirstSportz / October 27

Andrey Rublev Admits he Might Take 'a Pause' From Tennis as he’s Completely 'Worn out'

This season has witnessed players on both the ATP and WTA decide to take a break from the court due to injuries. The likes of Elina Svitolina, Paula Badosa, and Jack Draper have all ended their 2025 season due to that.

Anna Kalinskaya News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

WTA Hong Kong Day 2 Predictions Including Anna Kalinskaya vs Kamilla Rakhimova

With the top players perhaps fully focused on the WTA Finals, this week’s tournament in Hong Kong doesn’t exactly feature a star studded field and as such it is a great opportunity for less heralded players to enjoy what can be rare success at this level.

Jannik Sinner News / FirstSportz / October 27

Jannik Sinner Reveals the Major Changes he has Adapted to in his Game After Winning the Vienna Open

Jannik Sinner claimed his 22nd tour-level title after beating Alexander Zverev at the Vienna Open on Sunday (October 26). The World No.2 had to dig deep in the match against the German star as he struggled with cramps in his left hamstring.

Joao Fonseca News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Joao Fonseca Finally Finding Feet After Tough First Year On Tour

Joao Fonseca won the biggest title of his career to date at the Swiss Indoors, showing that at the end of a long and often arduous first full season the brilliant Brazilian teenager (he is still only 19) is finally coming to terms with life on tour.

Lucia Bronzetti News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

WTA Chennai Day 2 Predictions Including Lucia Bronzetti vs Katarzyna Kawa

Rain washed away the action on day one at the WTA Chennai Open, and as a result, fans have many exciting matches to watch on day two. As always, we at LWOT will offer predictions for every match on the slate, including Zeynep Sonmez vs Tatiana Prozorova.

Naomi Osaka News / HITC / October 27

Naomi Osaka reacts on Instagram as her coach confirms he’s departing the team

Naomi Osaka has adjusted her coaching staff once again after calling time on her 2025 season. The split with Patrick Mouratoglou came after Wimbledon, ending a partnership that lasted roughly 10 months.

Belinda Bencic News / Field Level Media / October 26

WTA roundup: Belinda Bencic breezes to title in Tokyo

Fifth-seeded Belinda Bencic of Switzerland secured her 10th career title with a 6-2, 6-3 win over sixth-seeded Linda Noskova on Sunday in the final of the Toray Pan Pacific Open final in Tokyo.