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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.

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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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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

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.

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 / HITC / February 19

Coco Gauff shares words for Alex Eala faithful following convincing Dubai victory

Coco Gauff cruised past Alexandra Eala in straight sets, sending the Filipina star out of the Dubai Open. After a 6-0 opening set and a 4-0 deficit in the second, there were fears she might not get on the scoreboard at all.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / February 19

Coco Gauff Shares Classy Message After Beating Alex Eala

Coco Gauff soundly defeated Alex Eala in the quarterfinal of the Dubai Tennis Championships on Thursday: 6-0, 6-2. The importance of the match was not lost on Gauff.

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Nick Kyrgios News / HITC / February 19

Nick Kyrgios reacts on social media after being mentioned in rap song

Nick Kyrgios is one of the most polarising figures in tennis. The former Wimbledon finalist is arguably better known for his on-court antics and press conference highlights than he is for his ATP Tour results.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Amanda Anisimova reflects on seeing Andreeva in tears after their Dubai Tennis Championships match

Amanda Anisimova is just two matches away from winning a third WTA 1000 title after reaching the semifinals at the Dubai Tennis Championships. The American came from behind to beat Mirra Andreeva in three sets, 2-6, 7-5, 7-6, ending the Russian’s title defence.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Elina Svitolina’s heartfelt message to Belinda Bencic after their match in Dubai

Elina Svitolina advanced to the Dubai Tennis Championships quarter-finals on Wednesday after defeating Belinda Bencic in three sets. Bencic, 28, took a 6-4 lead in the match before 30-year-old Svitolina fought back to win the second set 6-1.

Tennis News / HITC / February 19

Iva Jovic relives wild doubles battle with Victoria Mboko

Iva Jovic and Victoria Mboko joined forces in the women’s doubles draw at the 2026 Australian Open. The teenage duo, aged 18 and 19, pushed Elise Mertens and Shuai Zhang all the way before narrowly losing 5-7, 6-4, 6-7 in a tightly fought battle.

Jessica Pegula News / HITC / February 19

Jessica Pegula matches decade-old WTA milestone with Dubai semifinal run

Jessica Pegula has moved into the semi-finals of the Dubai Tennis Championships after coming through a tough three-setter against Clara Tauson. The American, seeded fourth at the WTA 1000 event, got past Tauson 6-3, 2-6, 6-4 to earn her place in the last four.

Carlos Alcaraz News / HITC / February 19

How Carlos Alcaraz responded to Valentin Royer’s challenge despite Qatar Open defeat

Carlos Alcaraz responded to Valentin Royer’s cheeky challenge with calm confidence after their Qatar Open showdown, refusing to shy away even after a tough battle.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

ATP Doha Best Bets Including Carlos Alcaraz vs Karen Khachanov

The ATP 500 Doha quarterfinals are set for an exciting Thursday night. Carlos Alcaraz looks to keep his hot streak alive against Karen Khachanov, while Jakub Mensik takes on Jannik Sinner in their first-ever meeting.

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.

Paula Badosa News / Serve on SI / February 18

Paula Badosa Fires Back at Fan Questioning Her Injuries

The prevailing theme of the WTA's Middle East Swing has been players' health. Withdrawals and walkovers have wreaked havoc on the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships (Dubai WTA 1000).

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.