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Former finalist joins Novak Djokovic at tournament right before the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic will play a ‘smaller’ ATP 250 tournament before the 2026 Australian Open. The record-10-time champion will finish up his Australian Open preparations at the Adelaide International.

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Ex-WTA Pro Explains How Elena Rybakina Took Advantage of Opponents’ Weaknesses to Win WTA Finals

Former player, Alexandra Stevenson, thinks the majority of the WTA players, including Coco Gauff, can’t serve well, and for the same reason, she called them out during a recent interview.

Tennis News / HITC / December 16

The rival Pete Sampras once claimed was a better returner than Andre Agassi

Pete Sampras rarely met a challenge he couldn’t overcome, even when it came to his fierce rival Andre Agassi. Sampras and Agassi met 34 times on the ATP Tour throughout their phenomenal careers, and the former won 20 of them.

Emma Raducanu News / Tennis Infinity / December 16

Emma Raducanu reportedly set to leave Nike in 2026 and join new fashion brand

Emma Raducanu could make an unexpected move after reports that she is switching from Nike to a new fashion retailer. The British star was with ASICS as a junior before joining Nike in 2018.

The A-List Playbook Expanded: A Comprehensive Look at Scoop B Radio’s Powerhouse Guest Roster (2016–Current)

Since its soft launch in 2016, Scoop B Radio has evolved from a passion project into a premier destination for high-stakes, exclusive interviews. By securing

Tennis News / SportsInfo / December 16

Iga Swiatek reacts after winning Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award 2025

Iga Swiatek thanked her voters who were responsible for her winning the Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award 2025 The Welsh Tennis star claimed that being

Tennis News / HITC / December 16

WTA Match of the Year announcement leaves tennis fans questioning the decision

We’ve hit that time in the tennis calendar when the annual awards start rolling out, but not everyone is pleased with how things are shaping up. Jannik Sinner’s win over Carlos Alcaraz was one of the early surprises, with Joao Fonseca also being left out in another category.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / December 16

Novak Djokovic to start 2026 season in Adelaide

Novak Djokovic will return to action next month in the Adelaide International in Australia, organizers announced on Tuesday. The ATP 250 tournament will take place from Jan.

Jack Draper News / Tennis Infinity / December 16

Jack Draper doubtful for start of 2026 season after withdrawing from another event

Fans may not see Jack Draper in the opening month of 2026 after he withdrew from yet another event. Draper's last appearance was at the 2025 US Open. He could not play his second round match at Flushing Meadows because of an arm injury, and announced he was ending his season early because of that issue shortly afterward.

Sofia Kenin News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

Sofia Kenin 2025 Season Recap

Sofia Kenin has endured several challenges since her stunning run to the 2020 Australian Open title. She began 2025 ranked No. 86, far from the high of finishing 2020 as the world No.

Andy Murray News / HITC / December 16

What Andy Murray said to Prince William when he received an OBE in 2013

Andy Murray won his second Grand Slam title in 2013… After winning his first major at the US Open in 2012, Murray added to his tally a year later, becoming the first Brit to win Wimbledon since Fred Perry in 1936.

Arthur Fils News / HITC / December 16

Why Arthur Fils’ 2026 return could reignite one of tennis’ top talents

Arthur Fils spent most of the 2025 ATP season on the sidelines, dealing with a back injury that lingered throughout the year. The Frenchman, seen as one of the most promising players on Tour, struggled to find any rhythm as the injury limited his opportunities.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / December 16

2026 Adelaide International WTA Entry List: Mboko, Andreeva, Keys & more

The 2026 Adelaide International will be the second WTA 500 event of the season, held from January 12th to 17th. While the ATP players have to wait until the second week of February for the first ATP 500 tournament, the WTA players have two WTA 500 events in the opening two weeks of the season.

Novak Djokovic News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

Novak Djokovic Makes a Key Offseason Addition to Regain His Physical Edge

Despite being nearly 39 years old and not having added to his historic Major tally in two full seasons now, Novak Djokovic has given no indication of stepping away from the game.

Rennae Stubbs News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Rennae Stubbs Goes Nuclear on Gun Advocates Following Bondi Beach Tragedy

It takes a special kind of internet troll to look at a horrific tragedy and think, “You know what this situation needs? A little bit of ‘I told you so’ about gun control.” But welcome to the internet in 2025, where bad takes are as common as microtransactions in a free-to-play shooter.

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Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / December 16

2026 Adelaide International ATP Entry List: Djokovic, Draper, Fonseca & more

The last event held in Australia before the first Grand Slam of the season will once again be the Adelaide International, and in 2026, it will welcome a world-class field of players.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 16

Andy Murray Explains Importance of Olympic Gold for Tennis Players by Citing Novak Djokovic’s Paris Win: 'He Was More Emotional'

The Olympics don’t offer prize money or ranking points to the tennis players. Not every player wants to participate in the quadrennial event because Grand Slam events are considered the most important in tennis.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

ATP Tour Match Of The Year Nominees And Their Breakdown Including Novak Djokovic vs Musetti

As the 2025 ATP Tour season draws to a close, the official shortlist for the Best ATP Tour Match of the Year—curated by the tour itself—spotlights five unforgettable battles that captured the attention of fans worldwide.

Roger Federer News / HITC / December 15

The meal Roger Federer said he ate before every match for 20 years

Roger Federer is a sporting icon, known for his decorum on and off the tennis court. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who retired from his playing career in 2022, won his first major honour in 2003 at Wimbledon.

Tennis News / ESPN / December 15

ATP Tour adding heat rule starting next season

The ATP Tour is adding a rule to address extreme heat during men's professional tennis matches that will allow for 10-minute breaks during best-of-three-sets singles matches starting next season.

Tennis News / HITC / December 15

Serena Williams once admitted the biggest disappointment of her entire tennis career and it wasn’t even a defeat

Serena Williams certainly had lows during her career, but they were massively outweighed by the highs. Williams is one of the most decorated players in tennis, with 73 WTA Tour titles won throughout her phenomenal career.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / Tennis Infinity / December 15

Stefanos Tsitsipas' mother has brutal reaction to his social media activity

Stefanos Tsitsipas is one of the most interesting personalities on the ATP Tour. He's so unique that even his parents are sometimes stunned. Tsitsipas is one of the best tennis players of his generation.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 15

Former ATP Player Gives Verdict on Who Will Challenge Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner Next Year

For the past few months, there have been arguments on which player will challenge Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner on tour. The duo have been the best players in the men’s circuit and have dominated the men’s tennis.

Frances Tiafoe News / Serve on SI / December 15

Grading Frances Tiafoe's 2025 ATP Season

Before the start of the 2026 season, a new series will review a variety of players' 2025 campaigns and ultimately grade their complete season. These grades will be based on many factors such as prior achievements, injuries, and, of course, what he saw on court.

Emma Raducanu News / Serve on SI / December 14

Emma Raducanu is Reportedly Leaving Nike in 2026

Emma Raducanu began her tennis career with ASICS before switching to Nike in 2018. According to tennis podcaster Craig Shapiro, Raducanu is leaving Nike for Uniqlo in 2026.