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Alex Eala closes in on milestone despite losing to Coco Gauff at Dubai

Alexandra Eala had her run at the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships stopped by Coco Gauff in the quarter-finals on Thursday. After narrow wins in her first two matches, Gauff looked much more assured against Eala, controlling the match from start to finish and winning 6-0, 6-2.

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Joao Fonseca offers blunt assessment of his performance after another defeat

Joao Fonseca discusses what he needs to improve on after his Rio Open exit Joao Fonseca’s struggles in 2026 continued at the Rio Open, as he was knocked out in the second round by Ignacio Buse.

Marin Cilic News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

The Overlooked Greatness of Marin Cilic

Marin Cilic entered the top 100 in October 2007. As of 2026, he is still there. That means two decades inside the world’s hundred best tennis players, which is a feat so rare that it barely needs any other context to make the point.

Jannik Sinner News / Serve on SI / February 20

Jannik Sinner Gets Honest After Shocking Doha Defeat

Jakub Mensik defeated Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinal of the Qatar Open (Doha ATP 500): 7-6 (3), 2-6, 6-3. While all but one player on the ATP Tour would gladly trade seasons with Sinner, the early exit seems like a cause for concern.

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Tennis News / HITC / February 20

Andre Agassi gives his take on whether Joao Fonseca can win a Grand Slam

Joao Fonseca’s season hasn’t started as well as he would have hoped, but Andre Agassi clearly still believes in his potential. In fact, the 55-year-old couldn’t have spoken more highly of the 19-year-old when asked about him.

Serena Williams News / HITC / February 20

Serena Williams releases training video following confirmation of her comeback to tennis

Serena Williams’ return to tennis remains one of the most hotly anticipated announcements of the year, but for now, she’s keeping fans in the dark. Never one to turn down the opportunity to turn things into a spectacle, the iconic American superstar has been seemingly edging towards a comeback, without confirming anything herself.

Carlos Alcaraz News / Tennis Infinity / February 20

Watch: 'Rules are s**t': Alcaraz rages at umpire over time violation in Doha

Carlos Alcaraz is back on the tennis courts at the 2026 Qatar Open in Doha, but he got very upset during his quarter-final match at the ATP 500 event. Alcaraz has yet to lose a tennis match in 2026.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

ATP Doha Best Bets Including Alcaraz vs Rublev

The ATP 500 Doha semifinals are set, and we’ve got two exciting matchups on the schedule. Carlos Alcaraz takes on Andrey Rublev in a big clash between two in-form players, while Arthur Fils faces Jakub Mensik in what should be a tight battle.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

ATP Delray Beach Quarterfinal Predictions Including Taylor Fritz vs Tommy Paul

The quarterfinals of the ATP 250 in Delray Beach bring a packed slate of matches that, remarkably, sees six of the eight seeded players reach this stage, with five Americans making up the final eight.

Matteo Berrettini News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

ATP Rio Quarterfinal Predictions Including Matteo Berrettini vs Ignacio Buse

The ATP Rio 2026 is heating up for an unexpected finish. Only one of the top eight seeds has managed to reach the quarters, which means the championship is as unpredictable as ever.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Stefanos Tsitsipas sends public message to Andrey Rublev after losing to him at the Qatar Open

Stefanos Tsitsipas’ promising run at the Qatar Open came to an end after losing to defending champion Andrey Rublev. Fifth seed Rublev defeated Tsitsipas in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5 to book his place in the semifinals at the ATP 500 tournament.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 19

ATP roundup: Jakub Mensik shocks Jannik Sinner in Doha

Czech rising star Jakub Mensik hit 11 aces and rode a dominant third set to a 7-6 (3), 2-6, 6-3 upset of No. 2 seed Jannik Sinner of Italy at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open quarterfinals on Thursday in Doha.

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Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

ATP Doha Semifinal Predictions Including Carlos Alcaraz vs Andrey Rublev

Carlos Alcaraz became the overwhelming favorite to win the title at the ATP 500 in Doha when Jannik Sinner was eliminated by Jakub Mensik on Thursday. The world No.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

WTA Dubai Semifinal Predictions Including Coco Gauff vs Elina Svitolina

We are down to four women at the WTA Dubai Tennis Championships and we are guaranteed a first-time finalist in this event when Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova face off in an all-American clash.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / February 19

Jannik Sinner stunned by sensational Jakub Mensik in Doha quarter-finals

Jannik Sinner experienced a shocking loss in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Qatar Open in Doha, losing to Jakub Mensik. Like every time when Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz appear in the same draw, the fans anticipated them to meet in the final once again at the ATP 500 event in Doha.

Coco Gauff News / ESPN / February 19

Alex Eala's Dubai Tennis Championship run ends in quarterfinal rout to Coco Gauff

Alex Eala's spirited run at the Dubai Duy Free Tennis Championships was ended on Thursday with a 6-0, 6-2 quarterfinal loss to world No. 4 Coco Gauff.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Jessica Pegula explains how Iva Jovic is different to her after calling her ‘mini-me’

Jessica Pegula learned a lot more about her “mini-me” Iva Jovic after knocking her out of the Dubai Tennis Championships. Before their round of 16 match in Dubai, Pegula said of her fellow American Jovic: “I think it’s going to be a tough match for me.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 19

Three Americans charge into Dubai semifinals

Americans Amanda Anisimova, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula reached the semifinals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships along with Ukraine's Elina Svitolina on Thursday.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Taylor Fritz says why he won’t become a YouTuber like Casper Ruud and Ben Shelton

Tennis players have jumped onto the YouTube sphere in the past few months, with several high-profile players making videos on the platform. While some stars, such as Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula, have made a podcast to provide some insights for fans, others have taken the behind-the-scenes route.

Roger Federer News / HITC / February 19

Roger Federer: Four tennis streaks he brought to an end

Roger Federer is one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and he has plenty of records to prove it. Federer boasts an unmatched Grand Slam record, more Wimbledon titles than anyone else, and five consecutive US Open crowns.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / February 19

Amanda Anisimova Wins a Thrilling Match Against Mirra Andreeva At Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Sometimes a tennis match is more than just points and games—it’s a test of will, grit, and who wants it more when the pressure is cranked up to eleven.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 18

ATP roundup: Carlos Alcaraz continues into quarterfinal

Top-seeded Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz ushered himself into the quarterfinals of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open with a straight-set romp of France's Valentin Royer 6-2, 7-5 in the round of 16 Wednesday in Doha.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / February 18

Tsitsipas' Big Win, Djokovic's Return, & Other ATP News

Thanks to the global popularity of tennis, the ATP and WTA Tours never stop. Currently, there are tournaments taking place all over the world, and new storylines popping up around the clock.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / February 18

Jannik Sinner Laughs Off Novak Djokovic Pressure In Viral Qatar Moment

It’s often said that the only place a professional athlete can find true silence is in the precious few seconds before a serve, or perhaps within the solitary confinement of an ice bath.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 17

ATP roundup: Carlos Alcaraz posts straight-set win in Doha

Top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz, playing his first match since completing the career Grand Slam at the Australian Open, shook off two set points while defeating France's Arthur Rinderknech 6-4, 7-6 (5) in the first round of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open on Tuesday in Doha.