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No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, coach Juan Carlos Ferrero split

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has ended his partnership with longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero. Ferrero coached Alcaraz, 22, for the past seven years, a span that includes 24 titles with six Grand Slam wins.

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Carlos Alcaraz announces bombshell coaching change after 7 years

Carlos Alcaraz is one of the best tennis players in the world today, and it’s been because of the work he puts in every day. For the past seven years, he’s been doing it with his coach, Jaun Carlos Ferrero, but he recently shared on social media that they have ended their partnership.

Girona FC News / ESPN / December 17

Alcaraz splits with coach of his 6 Slam victories

Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz is ending his pairing with his longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, a partnership that resulted in six Grand Slam titles.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 17

Andy Roddick Names Iga Swiatek’s Wimbledon Triumph as One of the Crazy 2025 Stories

Former World No.1 Andy Roddick has delivered glowing praise for Iga Swiatek’s Wimbledon triumph in July, highlighting that the World No.2’s victory in London was one of the most striking storylines of the season.

Tennis News / HITC / December 17

Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys agree on who deserves WTA Player of the Year for 2025

Aryna Sabalenka has been named the WTA Player of the Year for the second season in a row, following a 2024 campaign where she played consistently well.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 17

Ex-ATP Pro Explains Why Novak Djokovic is Best Player of All Time Ahead of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal Who Are ‘Bit Lower Numerically’

The Greatest of All Time debate dominates the discussion in the tennis world. For David Nalbandian, the former player from Argentina, Novak Djokovic is the best player.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / December 17

2026 ASB Classic Auckland ATP Entry List: Shelton, Ruud, Mensik & more

The 2026 ASB Classic in Auckland will be the 48th edition of this ATP 250 event, and the entry list didn't disappoint once again. The ASB Classic in Auckland is one of the tournaments that attracts plenty of great players every year.

Taylor Townsend News / FirstSportz / December 17

Taylor Townsend Lays Bare Challenges of Juggling Motherhood and Tennis Career as Single Mom

Taylor Townsend is finding it quite difficult to juggle both career and motherhood, so much so that she had a bit of a meltdown. But Townsend has vowed to continue pushing.

Jannik Sinner News / BBC Sport / December 17

Who could challenge Sinner and Alcaraz in 2026?

After Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner swept the Grand Slams again, BBC Sport analyses who might stop them in 2026 - and you can have your say.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 17

Coco Gauff Recalls Starstruck Moment with Idol Serena Williams: 'That was Jesus'

Coco Gauff vividly remembers the euphoric moment when she met her idol, Serena Williams, when she was still a preteen. It was about a decade ago when Gauff literally stepped into Williams’ shoes.

Amanda Anisimova News / FirstSportz / December 16

Former Australian Open Semi-Finalist Reveals what Amanda Anisimova Needs to Improve on to Win a Grand Slam

Amanda Anisimova came closer to winning a Grand Slam than ever before in 2025. The American star reached the final of the Wimbledon Championships and the US Open this year for the first time in her career.

Nick Kyrgios News / HITC / December 16

The Spanish tennis player who Nick Kyrgios said he ‘could not stand’

Nick Kyrgios is certainly not a stranger to conflict with fellow players. Kyrgios even once had a drama involving rapper Drake, which occurred after he made his debut at Wimbledon in 2014.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / December 16

Former finalist joins Novak Djokovic at tournament right before the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic will play a ‘smaller’ ATP 250 tournament before the 2026 Australian Open. The record-10-time champion will finish up his Australian Open preparations at the Adelaide International.

Elena Rybakina News / FirstSportz / December 16

Ex-WTA Pro Explains How Elena Rybakina Took Advantage of Opponents’ Weaknesses to Win WTA Finals

Former player, Alexandra Stevenson, thinks the majority of the WTA players, including Coco Gauff, can’t serve well, and for the same reason, she called them out during a recent interview.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 16

Nishesh Basavareddy Opens up About Hiring Daniil Medvedev’s Former Coach ahead of the Next Gen ATP Finals

Just when the dust settled on the 2025 Grand Slam calendar, the tennis fans got a crossover episode nobody really saw coming. Nishesh Basavareddy, the 20-year-old American prospect who gave Novak Djokovic a momentary scare earlier this year, has officially hired Gilles Cervara.

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Tennis News / HITC / December 16

The rival Pete Sampras once claimed was a better returner than Andre Agassi

Pete Sampras rarely met a challenge he couldn’t overcome, even when it came to his fierce rival Andre Agassi. Sampras and Agassi met 34 times on the ATP Tour throughout their phenomenal careers, and the former won 20 of them.

The A-List Playbook Expanded: A Comprehensive Look at Scoop B Radio’s Powerhouse Guest Roster (2016–Current)

Since its soft launch in 2016, Scoop B Radio has evolved from a passion project into a premier destination for high-stakes, exclusive interviews. By securing

Tennis News / SportsInfo / December 16

Iga Swiatek reacts after winning Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award 2025

Iga Swiatek thanked her voters who were responsible for her winning the Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award 2025 The Welsh Tennis star claimed that being

Tennis News / HITC / December 16

WTA Match of the Year announcement leaves tennis fans questioning the decision

We’ve hit that time in the tennis calendar when the annual awards start rolling out, but not everyone is pleased with how things are shaping up. Jannik Sinner’s win over Carlos Alcaraz was one of the early surprises, with Joao Fonseca also being left out in another category.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / December 16

Novak Djokovic to start 2026 season in Adelaide

Novak Djokovic will return to action next month in the Adelaide International in Australia, organizers announced on Tuesday. The ATP 250 tournament will take place from Jan.

Sofia Kenin News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

Sofia Kenin 2025 Season Recap

Sofia Kenin has endured several challenges since her stunning run to the 2020 Australian Open title. She began 2025 ranked No. 86, far from the high of finishing 2020 as the world No.

Rennae Stubbs News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Rennae Stubbs Goes Nuclear on Gun Advocates Following Bondi Beach Tragedy

It takes a special kind of internet troll to look at a horrific tragedy and think, “You know what this situation needs? A little bit of ‘I told you so’ about gun control.” But welcome to the internet in 2025, where bad takes are as common as microtransactions in a free-to-play shooter.

Frances Tiafoe News / Serve on SI / December 15

Grading Frances Tiafoe's 2025 ATP Season

Before the start of the 2026 season, a new series will review a variety of players' 2025 campaigns and ultimately grade their complete season. These grades will be based on many factors such as prior achievements, injuries, and, of course, what he saw on court.

Amanda Anisimova News / Total Apex Sports / December 15

Amanda Anisimova is All of Us Right Now After the Horrific Bondi Beach Massacre

Let’s be honest for a second: scrolling through social media these days feels less like a pastime and more like a round of Russian roulette. You’re looking for tennis highlights or maybe a cat video, and instead, you get hit with the kind of news that makes you want to throw your phone into the ocean.

Emma Raducanu News / Serve on SI / December 14

Emma Raducanu is Reportedly Leaving Nike in 2026

Emma Raducanu began her tennis career with ASICS before switching to Nike in 2018. According to tennis podcaster Craig Shapiro, Raducanu is leaving Nike for Uniqlo in 2026.