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Why Andy Roddick believes Serena Williams may be keeping the door open for a comeback

Serena Williams caused a bit of a stir last week when she re-entered the doping protocols. Serena Williams sparked a frenzy last week when she officially re-entered the anti-doping pool, a requirement for any player considering a return to professional tennis.

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Jack Draper returns from injury and reveals big ambitions for Great Britain at United Cup

Jack Draper is finally set to return at the United Cup, marking his first appearance since pulling out of the US Open. At long last, Jack Draper is set to return to the court at the United Cup, marking his first appearance since withdrawing from the US Open.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

'Surprised by what a great guy he is': Bjorn Borg Makes His Choice Between Alcaraz and Sinner

One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Bjorn Borg, recently released an autobiography in which he opened up not only about his playing career but also about his life after what is still considered one of the most shocking early retirements in the history of tennis.

Rafael Nadal News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

'Very, Very Special': Rafael Nadal Reveals the Roland Garros Moment He Cherishes Most

While he is one of only four men’s players in the Open Era to win multiple major titles on all three surfaces, Rafael Nadal’s name will always be synonymous with red clay—a surface he ruled for over a decade and a half, amassing an otherworldly winning percentage of over 90 percent in more than 500 total matches played.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9

Watch: Carlos Alcaraz Escapes Injury Scare After Joao Fonseca Hits Fierce Shot at Him in Miami

Carlos Alcaraz finally locked horns with Joao Fonseca! The tennis world was eagerly waiting for an Alcaraz versus Fonseca clash, and they met, not in an official tournament yet.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / December 9

“I feel like it’s taken me 10 years” — Amanda Anisimova finally beats Jessica Pegula

Though unofficially, Amanda Anisimova has registered her first victory over Jessica Pegula. Anisimova and Pegula met for a singles showdown during Miami Invitational at loanDepot Park on Monday, only a day after facing each other in a New Jersey exhibition.

Rafael Nadal News / HITC / December 9

The Rafael Nadal prediction from 2019 about the Big Three that came true within a year

Ever since Federer claimed his first Grand Slam title in 2003, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic have dominated the major tournaments. Together, the ‘Big Three’ picked up a total of 66 Grand Slams during their careers, leaving very little room for anyone else to make an impact.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9

Jannik Sinner Lacks These Qualities That Compatriot Fabio Fognini Has: 'It’s Difficult to Compare Us'

Fabio Fognini has called time on his career this year after lifting nine singles titles. At Wimbledon, the Italian played his career’s last match, giving a scare to eventual runner-up Carlos Alcaraz, taking two sets off him.

Katie Boulter News / BBC Sport / December 9

Boulter misses out on Australian Open main draw

Former British number one Katie Boulter will have to go through qualifying in January to secure a place at the Australian Open.

Miami Marlins News / ESPN / December 8

Alcaraz, other stars play exhibition at Marlins' park

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, Brazilian standout João Fonseca, and American stars Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula played an exhibition event Monday night at loanDepot Park, home of MLB's Miami Marlins.

Elena Rybakina News / FirstSportz / December 9

Ex-WTA pro Defends Controversial Take on Coach Stefano Vukov as key to Elena Rybakina’s 2025 Resurgence

Former Russian player Elena Vesnina believes that Stefano Vukov‘s reinstatement as Elena Rybakina‘s coach helped her flourish late in the 2025 tennis season.

Naomi Osaka News / Serve on SI / December 8

Naomi Osaka Says Her New Nike Jacket Is 'Coming Out Soon'

Women's tennis star Naomi Osaka has spent the first week of December crisscrossing the country, participating in highly publicized exhibition events alongside Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton, and Nick Kyrgios.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / FirstSportz / December 8

Stefanos Tsitsipas Handed Brutal Advice to Rejuvenate his Tennis Career by Former Grand Slam Finalist

Former Australian Open finalist Marcos Baghdatis has offered Stefanos Tsitsipas some advice which may help him get back to his best on the court after a disappointing conclusion of the 2025 season for the Greek star.