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Ben Shelton Keeps It Real About the Upcoming ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Spectacle

Let’s be honest for a second: the tennis world loves a good gimmick. Whether it’s exhibition matches on floating platforms or players mic’d up during changeovers, we eat it up.

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Alejandro Tabilo makes honest admission about facing Novak Djokovic in the 2026 Davis Cup

Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo holds a 2-1 head-to-head record against the Serbian. Tabilo picked up wins at the 2024 Italian Open and the 2025 Monte-Carlo Masters, while Djokovic came out on top in their meeting at the Hellenic Championship later that year.

Tennis News / HITC / December 13

Billie Jean King responds to speculation over Serena Williams’ possible return to tennis

Serena Williams may have stepped away from the game in 2022, but her presence is still felt throughout tennis. And it’s not hard to see why. Williams is often mentioned in conversations about the greatest players the sport has ever seen.

Rafael Nadal News / FirstSportz / December 12

Rafael Nadal to Make an Appearance at the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah

Rafael Nadal will return to Jeddah next week for the Next Gen ATP Finals 2025, taking on a role that blends mentorship, promotion, and development support for one of the sport’s fastest-growing markets.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 12

Serena Williams’ Ex-Coach Explains Why Coco Gauff’s 2025 Season Was ‘Disappointing’ Despite French Open Win

Coco Gauff had a disappointing season, according to Serena Williams‘ former coach, Rennae Stubbs. This year, Gauff clinched two titles from four finals.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 12

Multiple Grand Slam Winner Picks Who Between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner is Novak Djokovic’s Biggest Rival

Who is Novak Djokovic‘s biggest rival? At this stage of his career, his body is considered the biggest rival because he has experienced an increase in injuries since the 2024 season.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 12

Former WTA Player Labels Coco Gauff’s Grand Slam Tally as Disappointing while Comparing Her with Serena Williams

Coco Gauff is one of the best players in the women’s circuit. She currently sits at World No.3 and has done outstanding things on the court, but that’s nowhere compared to American legend Serena Williams, at least for now.

Rafael Nadal News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Rafael Nadal Heading to Saudi Arabia Again for Next Gen ATP Finals

While over a year into retirement, 22-time major champion Rafael Nadal has never truly left the tennis news cycle, much like other all-time greats who have bid adieu to the sport.

Billie Jean King News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Mercedez-Benz Drives Into History With Record-Breaking WTA Sponsorship

Mercedes-Benz and the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) have unveiled the largest sponsorship agreement in the 52-year history of women’s professional tennis, and one of the richest single-brand deals ever struck in women’s sports.

Roger Federer News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Roger Federer Set for Historic Return at the Australian Open

20-time major champion Roger Federer will, for the first time since his tournament appearance in 2020, travel to Australia for a unique, first-ever Opening Ceremony held at the Rod Laver Arena next year.

Tennis News / HITC / December 12

How Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner might have fared against Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are both on the path to making history in the sport. Currently ranked first and second in the world, the Spaniard and the Italian have been a cut above everyone else on tour, dominating men’s tennis this year.

Tennis News / HITC / December 12

The message Barack Obama sent to Serena Williams when she retired from tennis in 2022

Serena Williams remains one of tennis’ most iconic and influential figures of all time, having retired in 2022 as a sporting legend. Her legacy remains just as strong today as it did over three years ago, and there is little chance of that diminishing anytime soon.

Jannik Sinner News / FirstSportz / December 12

Ben Shelton Convinced American Players Can Break Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz’s Dominance: 'It’s Going to Happen'

Ben Shelton is not of the opinion that Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are unbeatable. The American also thinks players from his country have the ability to break their dominance in Grand Slam events.

Tennis News / HITC / December 12

Australian Open announcement has tennis fans absolutely delighted

The first Grand Slam of 2026 is fast approaching, and anticipation is building across the tennis world. Last year’s Australian Open saw Jannik Sinner defend his title while Madison Keys secured her first career major.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / December 12

Nadal Undergoes Surgery and Federer Announces Australian Open Return

It is 2025, but members of the "Big Three" can still grab headlines in the tennis world with ease. Of course, Novak Djokovic is still playing at a high level.