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Stan Wawrinka pinpoints the difference in play styles between his generation and the new era

Stan Wawrinka is playing his last season on the ATP Tour in 2026, marking the end of an illustrious career. In an era dominated by the ‘big three’ of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, Wawrinka claimed three Grand Slam titles and reached a career-high ranking of third in the world.

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Coco Gauff names her all-time favorite shot to hit in tennis

Coco Gauff has made a very fine start to her 2026 season, having really impressed for the USA at the United Cup. The USA lost their United Cup semifinal with Poland, but Gauff emerged victorious from her singles clash with Iga Swiatek.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

ATP Adelaide Best Bets Including Kokkinakis vs Korda

Kecmanovic – Vacherot: 12.01.2026 07:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Miomir Kecmanovic has lost three of his last five matches. Last week in Hong Kong, Kecmanovic lost to Muller in the opening round in straight sets.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 11

Swiatek injury fears dampen United Cup triumph

After suffering two heartbreaking finals losses, Poland have their hands on the United Cup after denying Switzerland a fairytale victory at the mixed showpiece.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / January 11

What Novak Djokovic said he’d have been doing if he had never played tennis in 2019

Novak Djokovic, for many, is the greatest tennis player of all time. And, were he to win one more Grand Slam title, that claim would arguably be indisputable.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Biggest Movers in the WTA Top 100 This Week Including Marta Kostyuk

With Poland winning the United Cup, Elina Svitolina winning the WTA Auckland title, and Aryna Sabalenka crushing opponents en route to a WTA Brisbane victory, week one of the tennis season is complete.

Tennis News / HITC / January 11

Who Andy Murray said was the better golfer out of him and Carlos Alcaraz

Andy Murray is one of tennis’ most affable modern-day heroes, and yet is now arguably better known for his golfing endeavours. After all, since the Scotsman retired in 2024, that has been the sole sport we have really seen him play.

Daniil Medvedev News / Serve on SI / January 11

Daniil Medvedev Talks Smack After Brisbane International Title

There was no shortage of tennis highlights for tennis fans to wake up to on Sunday morning. One of the most memorable moments came from Daniil Medvedev's win over Brandon Nakashima in the Brisbane International final.

Roger Federer News / HITC / January 11

Australian number one tennis player names her three idols including Roger Federer

Maya Joint has revealed the three players who particularly inspired her when she was growing up. Joint had a breakout season in 2025, climbing from outside the top 100 to a career-high ranking of world number 32.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

WTA Adelaide Day 1 Predictions Including Victoria Mboko vs Beatriz Haddad Maia

Rising star Victoria Mboko’s preparations for the Australian Open will continue on Day 1 at the WTA 250 in Adelaide. She faces an interesting opening challenge against the gritty and determined Beatriz Haddad Maia.

Katie Volynets News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

WTA Hobart Day 1 Predictions Including Ann Li vs Katie Volynets

The first day of WTA action in Hobart will see seven matches on the cards, including an encounter between 2023 runner-up Elisabetta Cocciaretto and a Japanese player, Ayano Shimizu.

Emma Navarro News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

WTA Adelaide Day 1 Predictions Including Emma Navarro vs Emerson Jones

It promises to be an exciting opening day of WTA Adelaide action, with seven matches scheduled. American star Emma Navarro and last year’s Australian Open semifinalist, Paula Badosa, are among those featured in this article.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Field Level Media / January 11

WTA roundup: Aryna Sabalenka repeats in Brisbane

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defended her Brisbane International title with a straight-sets victory against Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk on Sunday in Australia.

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 11

ATP roundup: Poland captures first United Cup title

After falling in the finals in 2024 and 2025, Poland defeated Switzerland 2-1 to claim its first United Cup title on Sunday in Sydney. Jan Zielinski and Katarzyna Kawa won the decisive mixed-doubles match 6-4, 6-3 against Jakub Paul and Belinda Bencic.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / January 11

Coco Gauff posts pledge on social media following USA United Cup loss

Coco Gauff’s build-up to the Australian Open came to an end with the USA exiting the United Cup. It was a solid showing from Gauff and her teammates, but they ultimately fell short against a strong Poland side.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

ATP Adelaide Day 1 Predictions Including Sebastian Korda vs Thanasi Kokkinakis

All eyes turn to Adelaide as the ATP Tour prepares for the first Slam of the season, with players using the opening rounds to fine-tune their games under match pressure.

Alexander Bublik News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Alexander Bublik Cracks Top 10 With Hong Kong Title

Alexander Bublik won the Hong Kong Open on Sunday in straight sets, a win that will see the Kazakhstani star break into the Top 10 for the first time, just ahead of the Australian Open.

Cameron Norrie News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

ATP Auckland Day 1 Predictions Including Cameron Norrie vs Hugo Gaston

The ATP 250 event in Auckland is the last chance for players to fine tune their game ahead of the Australian Open and also potentially win a title in a field devoid of the very best players in the world.

Elina Svitolina News / NAI Sports / January 11

Elina Svitolina beats Wang Xinyu to win her 19th WTA Tour title

Elina Svitolina claimed her 19th WTA Tour title on Sunday, defeating China’s Wang Xinyu 6-3, 7-6 (8) in the final of the ASB Classic in Auckland, as she gathered momentum ahead of the Australian Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 10

ATP roundup: Poland, Switzerland to clash in United Cup final

Poland ousted the defending champion United States to advance to the final of the United Cup against Switzerland on Saturday in Sydney. Both Poland and Switzerland clinched their victories in the mixed-doubles round of the tournament, which began with 18 countries.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 10