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Alexander Zverev Explains What Makes it ‘Even More Difficult’ to Play Jannik Sinner After ATP Finals Defeat

Jannik Sinner has become the first player in the draw to qualify for the semifinals of the ATP Finals. On November 12, the Italian ace went past third seed Alexander Zverev in straight sets, winning his fifth consecutive match against him to improve his head-to-head record to 6-4.

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Jack Draper's longer off-season call meets pushback from former world No. 1

Jack Draper is among a few players who want to see the schedule reformed, but Jim Courier thinks some of the complaints are not factually based. Top ATP and WTA players have criticized the length of the season.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Novak Djokovic Gives Brutally Honest Take on Jannik Sinner's Tennis Punishment

Former World No.1 Novak Djokovic believed that there were a lot of red flags during the process of Jannik Sinner's doping investigation last year. The Italian was found guilty of doping after a minuscule amount of a banned substance was found in his test last year.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / November 13

Coco Gauff, Taylor Fritz to defend United Cup title

World No. 3 Coco Gauff and world No. 6 Taylor Fritz will return to United Cup play in January, focused on defending the United States' title in the mixed-team event.

Tennis News / ESPN / November 13

De Minaur beats Fritz for first ATP Finals win

Alex de Minaur claimed a maiden ATP Finals victory that gave the Australian a chance of making the semifinals.

Taylor Fritz News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Alex de Minaur Beats Taylor Fritz At Nitto ATP Finals

You could almost hear the collective groan from Aussie tennis fans. Just 40 hours earlier, Alex de Minaur had a match point against Lorenzo Musetti, only to see it slip through his fingers in a heartbreaking three-set loss.

Tennis News / HITC / November 13

Felix Auger-Aliassime achieves feat that Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner haven’t in 2025

On Wednesday, Felix Auger-Aliassime pulled off an impressive turnaround, beating Ben Shelton in three sets at the ATP Finals. The Canadian, who could be a real threat in Turin, came from behind to beat Shelton 4-6, 7-6, 7-5 at the Inalpi Arena.

Tennis News / HITC / November 13

Jannik Sinner joins Djokovic and Federer on exclusive ATP Finals list after beating Zverev

Jannik Sinner kept his unbeaten run going on Wednesday, taking down Alexander Zverev at the ATP Finals. Sinner extended his winning streak on indoor hard courts to 28 matches with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Zverev at the Inalpi Arena in Turin.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 13

Elena Rybakina’s WTA CEO Snub Situation Over Stefano Vukov Drama Could’ve Gone ‘Darker’ Believes Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim

There is, for sure, some bad blood between Elena Rybakina and the WTA. The WTA season has now ended following the conclusion of the year-end championships.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Sporting News / November 13

Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka drops itty-bitty bikini pics after WTA Finals heartbreak

The 27-year-old wasted no time swapping the court for a tropical getaway, and the comments section is unhinged.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

WTA End of Year Power Rankings: Rybakina emerges on top

The 2025 WTA season is effectively over, and we are going to do one final power ranking after its conclusion. It’s a way to review and come to terms with who finished the season on the highest note and who should be watched closely when the season restarts just over a month from now.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / November 13

Coco Gauff chooses her 2026 kick-off, and US fans won’t be disappointed

Coco Gauff is determined to build on her recent successes as she heads into the 2026 season. Gauff capped off a strong campaign by winning her first Roland Garros title in June and added another trophy at the WTA 1000 event in Wuhan, where she defeated Jessica Pegula.

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Naomi Osaka News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

Naomi Osaka in 2025: A Year of Rediscovery

Naomi Osaka entered 2025 carrying more questions than certainty. After a long stretch of uneven form following her time away from the sport, no one really knew where her level would land or what heights she could still reach.

Carlos Alcaraz News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Carlos Alcaraz Nearing Major Tennis Milestone in Turin

World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz moved closer to claiming the year-end No.1 position after his victory against American player Taylor Fritz in the round Robin of the 2025 ATP Finals in Turin on Tuesday.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 13

Andy Roddick Thinks Novak Djokovic’s Dream of Retiring at Olympics is ‘Perfect Way’ to Express Loyalty to Serbia Amidst Political Turmoil

Novak Djokovic relocated to Greece, reportedly because of the political unrest in Serbia. Last year, Djokovic supported the students’ protest that erupted following the Novi-Sad incident that saw the railway station canopy collapse, killing 16 people.

Novak Djokovic News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Novak Djokovic’s Net Worth? He’d Rather Not Say, Thanks

In a world where celebrities flash their cash like it’s a competitive sport, Novak Djokovic has decided to play a different game entirely. During a recent

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Alexander Zverev’s Salty Excuse for Jannik Sinner Loss is a Tough Look

Another tournament, another chance for Alexander Zverev to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory and then tell everyone the scoreboard is a liar. After getting slapped around by Jannik Sinner 6-4, 6-3 at the ATP Finals on Wednesday, Zverev’s post-match presser was a masterclass in creative accounting.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

ATP Finals Day 5 Predictions Including Carlos Alcaraz vs Lorenzo Musetti

Carlos Alcaraz is one win away from securing the year-end world #1 ranking at the ATP Finals. Remarkably, all four men in the Jimmy Connors group are in contention to qualify for the semifinals, but only two spots are available.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Serve on SI / November 12

Aryna Sabalenka is Upset With Nike and Previews What's Next

Aryna Sabalenka just completed her season, coming up short against Elena Rybakina in the 2025 WTA Finals championship match. Despite losing the season finale, Sabalenka finishes the year as the World No.

Lorenzo Musetti News / Field Level Media / November 11

Carlos Alcaraz, Lorenzo Musetti win marathon matches at ATP Finals

The Jimmy Connors Group was on full display at the Nitto ATP Finals on Tuesday and neither match disappointed the raucous crowds in Turin, Italy. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Italy's Lorenzo Musetti both staged rallies to earn victories in three-set matches that approached the 3-hour mark.

Ons Jabeur News / Field Level Media / November 11

Ons Jabeur announces pregnancy, extends break from tennis

Ons Jabeur is continuing her extended break from professional tennis for a very good reason: She's pregnant. "Took a little break to reset and recharge," Jabeur and her husband Karim Kamoun wrote from their joint Instagram account on Monday.