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ATP Montpellier Best Bets Including Mannarino vs Gea

Mannarino – Gea: 06.02.2026 14:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Adrian Mannarino has lost three of his last five matches. This week in Montpellier, Mannarino defeated Martinez in the opening round in straight sets.

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Victoria Mboko shares Instagram message after making her Australian Open debut

Victoria Mboko can look back with pride after impressing on her debut at the Australian Open. Mboko made it to the fourth round of the Australian Open, knocking out Emerson Jones, Caty McNally and Clara Tauson.

Jannik Sinner News / HITC / February 5

Why Jannik Sinner will not attend the Winter Olympic Opening Ceremony as planned

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games Opening Ceremony will take place on Friday, February 6 in Milan. But Jannik Sinner, the ATP world number two and four-time Grand Slam champion, won’t be in attendance.

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The 'Men's Australian Open champions' quiz

Can you name every Men's Australian Open tennis champion in the Open Era beginning in 1969?

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The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

Janice Tjen News / ESPN / February 5

Eala suffers singles exit in Abu Dhabi but marches on in doubles with Indonesian 'SEAster' Tjen

Despite a singles loss, Alex Eala can continue to shine at the Abu Dhabi Open -- alongside fellow Southeast Asian star Janice Tjen in doubles.

Clara Tauson News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

WTA Abu Dhabi Semifinal Predictions Including Clara Tauson vs Sara Bejlek

The 2026 WTA Abu Dhabi Open has reached the semifinal stage. Czech qualifier Sara Bejlek faces third seed Clara Tauson, while Hailey Baptiste will lock horns against Ekaterina Alexandrova.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / February 5

Alcaraz vs. Djokovic draws biggest ratings for Australian Open in 9 years

A compelling final between two of tennis' biggest names meant a big ratings increase for the Australian Open, Front Office Sports reported. Carlos Alcaraz's victory over Novak Djokovic, despite a 3:30 a.m.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka Withdraw from Qatar Open

The first WTA Masters 1000 event of the season is upon us, with the Tour set to arrive in Doha next week. After the highs and lows of the Australian Open, players now shift their focus to the Middle East swing as they look to capitalise on what is still the relatively early stage of the 2026 tennis season.

Jack Draper News / Serve on SI / February 5

Jack Draper Headlines New Vuori Campaign

The ATP Tour has not been the same without Jack Draper this season. Luckily, the top-ranked British star is expected to return to action soon, and he will do so outfitted in Vuori.

Casper Ruud News / HITC / February 5

Casper Ruud avoids ATP sanction after taking advantage of a new rule to withdraw from event

Casper Ruud has withdrawn from the Dallas Open, but he will not receive a fine from the ATP Tour. Ruud has pulled out of several tournaments since the birth of his child, including Norway’s Davis Cup tie with Great Britain.

Tennis News / HITC / February 5

Why Felix Auger-Aliassime believes Novak Djokovic is the greatest of all time

Felix Auger-Aliassime has shared his view on who he believes holds the title of the greatest tennis player of all time. Auger-Aliassime’s exit came after he was forced to retire from his opening-round match against Nuno Borges due to cramping.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Rafael Nadal Responds to Serena Williams’ Former Coach Amid Big Three vs Alcaraz–Sinner Debate

With the rapid rise of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in recent years, debate has intensified over how the two modern stars would have fared had they competed in the same era as the Big Three.

Emma Raducanu News / Serve on SI / February 5

Emma Raducanu on Verge of Second WTA Title

Emma Raducanu has only won one WTA Tour-level title in her career: the 2021 US Open. Since then, Raducanu has battled injuries and a revolving door of coaches to try to reach her highest level of play.

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Stan Wawrinka News / HITC / February 5

Stan Wawrinka posts message on social media after winning first match since Australian Open

Stan Wawrinka was excellent down under… Playing the Australian Open for the final time, Wawrinka won his opening match against Laslo Djere in four sets, 5-7, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6.

Tennis News / ESPN / February 5

ATP chairman Gaudenzi reelected to third term

Andrea Gaudenzi has been reelected as chairman of the ATP men's professional tennis tour, giving him a third term that runs through 2028.

Jack Draper News / HITC / February 5

Jack Draper reveals his big goal for 2026 ahead of return to action at the Davis Cup

Jack Draper is set to make his long-awaited return to action at the Davis Cup. The Briton has been sidelined with an arm injury for the majority of the last seven months, having played just one singles match since his second-round exit at Wimbledon.

Carlos Alcaraz News / HITC / February 5

Ex-Federer coach explains why Alcaraz’s Grand Slam path looks easier

Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest player to reach seven Grand Slams since Bjorn Borg when he won the Australian Open. With three more Slams coming up this season at Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and the US Open, there’s a strong chance he could increase that total before his next birthday.