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Alejandro Davidovich Fokina Slams David Ferrer for Snubbing him after Carlos Alcaraz’s Inclusion for the Davis Cup Finals

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina was one of the most notable absentees from David Ferrer‘s squad for the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna, Italy. The Spaniard now feels insulted by the omission from the squad.

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WTA rival shocks with 'more testosterone' claims about Sabalenka and Swiatek

Ukrainian player Marta Kostyuk caused a stir by arguing that biological factors help players like Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. Kostyuk has made significant improvements in the last two years and is one of her country's best players.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / October 21

'First, I Need To…' Alexander Zverev Reveals his Plans to Overcome Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Alexander Zverev has made it clear that his main goal is to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the top of men’s tennis. The German believes that to consistently compete with them, he must first reach his physical peak.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / October 21

ATP roundup: Ben Shelton wins for first time since shoulder injury

Ben Shelton went the distance before the No. 2 seed earned a 6-7 (2), 6-3, 7-6 (7) victory over Kamil Majchrzak of Poland in the first round of the Swiss Indoors on Tuesday in Basel, Switzerland.

Jannik Sinner News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Jannik Sinner Shares Update on His Future With Coach Darren Cahill

International tennis star Jannik Sinner showed up to the Erste Bank Open with two things on his mind. He wants to finish the indoor swing strong, and he wants his longtime coach, Darren Cahill, beside him in 2026.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Vienna Best Bets Including Popyrin vs Berrettini

Machac – Cobolli: 22.10.2025 13:00 CEST H2H: 3-0 Tomas Machac has lost three of his last five matches. The last match he played was in Shanghai, where he retired mid-match against Vacherot in the third round.

Novak Djokovic News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

Novak Djokovic Withdraws From Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic will miss the Paris Masters for the second consecutive year, with the seven-time champion opting to take a break following the Shanghai Masters and the Six Kings Slam.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Basel Best Bets Including Korda vs Humbert

Van de Zandschulp – Lehecka: 22.10.2025 12:00 CEST H2H: 0-2 Botic van de Zandschulp has lost three of his last five matches. Last week in Brussels, the Dutchman lost to Spizzirri in the second round in straight sets.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Basel Day 3 Predictions Including Casper Ruud vs Quentin Halys

Seven intriguing matches are scheduled on Day 3 of the ATP Swiss Indoors Basel, and this article features the in-form Casper Ruud and Felix Auger-Aliassime, who are fighting for a spot at the ATP Finals.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Basel Day 3 Predictions Including Taylor Fritz vs Valentin Vacherot

After two days of exciting action, the matches get much more intense and close on Day 3 of the ATP Swiss Indoors Basel. This article features top seed Taylor Fritz, who will take on Shanghai Masters champion Valentin Vacherot.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Vienna Day 3 Predictions Including Daniil Medvedev vs Nuno Borges

Daniil Medvedev swiftly returns to action after winning his first title in over two years in Almaty. The 2021 US Open champion faces Nuno Borges in his opening ATP Vienna match.

Jannik Sinner News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

ATP Vienna Day 3 Predictions Including Jannik Sinner vs Daniel Altmaier

The ATP Erste Bank Open Vienna 2025 sees a jam-packed draw with top seeds in action. As ever, we preview and predict all the scheduled matches for you.

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Casper Ruud News / FirstSportz / October 21

Casper Ruud Believes he Still has What it Takes to Win a Grand Slam Before Retiring

Casper Ruud has come close on three occasions to claiming his maiden Grand Slam title on tour, but has often failed when it matters most. Since the US Open, he has been a better player on tour, winning matches and reaching two semi-finals in his last three tournaments.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

WTA Tokyo Day 3 Predictions Including Karolina Muchova vs Maya Joint

The WTA Pan Pacific Open enters its third day in Tokyo with four very exciting matches on the cards, including two first-time meetings. Will Victoria Mboko continue her resurgence, or will Diana Shnaider continue to enjoy her time in Asia?

Tennis News / BBC Sport / October 21

Norrie battles past Rublev to progress in Austria

Britain's Cameron Norrie overcomes seventh seed Andrey Rublev in three sets to reach the second round of the Erste Bank Open.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / Tennis Infinity / October 21

Stefanos Tsitsipas withdraws from third consecutive event despite playing Six Kings Slam

Stefanos Tsitsipas won't compete at the 2025 Vienna Open despite already appearing in the draw for the ATP 500 tournament. Tsitsipas hasn't played a lot in recent weeks.

Victoria Mboko News / Field Level Media / October 21

WTA roundup: Victoria Mboko wins all-Canadian match in Tokyo

Victoria Mboko breezed past fellow Canadian Bianca Andreescu 6-3, 6-3 in the first round of the Toray Pan Pacific Open on Tuesday in Tokyo. The 19-year-old needed just 75 minutes to record the win, which was her first since she defeated Naomi Osaka in the final of the WTA 1000-level Montreal Open in August.