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ATP Hong Kong Final Prediction: Lorenzo Musetti vs Alexander Bublik

Sunday’s final at the 2026 ATP Hong Kong Open promises to be a showdown not to miss. Top seed Lorenzo Musetti already sealed his debut in the top five after his semifinal win, but the Italian will still be aiming for his third ATP Tour title with a win in the final.

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WTA Auckland Final Prediction: Elina Svitolina vs Wang Xinyu

Elina Svitolina has a chance to win her 19th WTA title on Sunday at the WTA Auckland International. The veteran will face Wang Xinyu, who would win her maiden title with a victory.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

WTA Brisbane Final Prediction – Aryna Sabalenka vs Marta Kostyuk

The final is set at the WTA Brisbane International, and what a terrific way to kick off the new season. In this final, the world #1 and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka will face the suddenly unstoppable Marta Kostyuk, who has beaten three top 10 players in a row to reach this stage.

Tennis News / HITC / January 10

Jannik Sinner shares his thoughts after loss to Carlos Alcaraz in South Korea

Jannik Sinner was beaten by Carlos Alcaraz in his first match back, losing their exhibition contest in South Korea. Their rivalry was a big story throughout the 2025 ATP Tour season, and they picked up right where they left off to open the new year.

Tennis News / HITC / January 10

Jessica Pegula shares her honest opinion on the WTA schedule after complaints from Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka made headlines when she called out the ‘insane’ nature of the WTA Tour schedule at the Brisbane International. The world number one is not happy about the amount of mandatory tournaments on the calendar and she even suggested that she would risk a sanction by skipping them.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 10

ATP roundup: Poland, Switzerland to clash in United Cup final

Poland ousted the defending champion United States to advance to the final of the United Cup against Switzerland on Saturday in Sydney. Both Poland and Switzerland clinched their victories in the mixed-doubles round of the tournament, which began with 18 countries.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 10

Poland eliminates U.S., reaches United Cup final

Poland reached the United Cup final after Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zielinski beat Coco Gauff and Christian Harrison 7-6 (5), 7-6 (3) in a mixed doubles decider.

Tennis News / HITC / January 10

What Coco Gauff did when Taylor Fritz drifted off to sleep, ‘Can’t even…’

Team USA’s United Cup campaign has brought plenty of memorable moments on court, but Coco Gauff’s latest off-court clip with Taylor Fritz might just be the funniest yet.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 10

Iga Swiatek Gives Coco Gauff Frosty Handshake After Loss

The United Cup has delivered plenty of thrilling tennis for the week of the new season. One of the highlights came last night when Coco Gauff defeated Iga Swiatek in straight sets: 6-4, 6-2.

Lorenzo Musetti News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

Lorenzo Musetti is a player tennis needs right now

Near the beginning of the last season, during an ATP interview, Lorenzo Musetti said: “I think my game is a bit different from most others because of my one-handed backhand, and I really like to mix things up.” He continued: “Especially on clay, I can vary my game a lot.

Elina Svitolina News / ESPN / January 10

Svitolina, Wang Xinyu advance to Auckland final

Top-seeded Elina Svitolina will play in the final of the WTA Tour event in Auckland for the second time when she faces Wang Xinyu for the title.

Tennis News / HITC / January 10

Four-time Grand Slam champion set to feature in Australian event seven years after retiring

It’s become a familiar story in tennis – big names trying to stay away from the game, only to find themselves drawn back in. Venus Williams keeps making comebacks, and Ons Jabeur hasn’t completely closed the door on her career, even after stepping away from tennis for a while.

Tennis News / HITC / January 9

Only Novak Djokovic now leads Daniil Medvedev in incredible statistic after latest Brisbane win

Daniil Medvedev is off to a fantastic start in 2026, having reached the semifinals of the Brisbane International. After comfortable wins over Marton Fucsovics and Frances Tiafoe in the opening rounds of the ATP 250 event, Medvedev came back from a set down to beat Kamil Majchrzak, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2, and book his place in the final four.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

ATP Hong Kong Best Bets Including Musetti vs Rublev

Musetti – Rublev: 10.01.2026 06:30 CEST H2H: 0-2 Lorenzo Musetti has won three of his last five matches. This week in Hong Kong, Musetti won the opening match against Etcheverry in three sets, after losing the opening set 6-7.

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 9

Stan Wawrinka, Nick Kyrgios receive Australian Open wild cards

Stan Wawrinka has been a given a wild card into the Australian Open as he heads into his final season on the ATP Tour. Wawrinka, 40, announced he will retire at the end of the season.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

ATP Brisbane Best Bets Including Medvedev vs Michelsen

Kovacevic – Nakashima: 10.01.2026 03:00 CEST H2H: first meeting Aleksandar Kovacevic has won three of his last five matches. This week in Brisbane, the Australian defeated Kyrgios in the opening round in straight sets.

Jannik Sinner News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

'Maybe This Year': Alcaraz and Sinner Leave Door Open for Surprise Doubles Team-Up

To start the 2026 season, both Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are currently in South Korea ahead of their Hyundai Card Super Match, which will take place on the 10th of January.

Iga Swiatek News / HITC / January 9

Iga Swiatek shares the city she loves playing tennis in the most

Tennis players have the luxury of playing all around the world, and Iga Swiatek’s career has taken her to every edge of the globe. The world number two has often called out the hectic nature of the WTA Tour schedule, but it has allowed her to travel the world.

Tennis News / HITC / January 9

The conversation Novak Djokovic had with Aryna Sabalenka after practising together in 2025

Novak Djokovic is one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and commands respect wherever he goes. As such, many modern-day stars of the sport flock to seek out whatever wisdom they can possibly gain from him, whether it is through practising together or just a chat.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 9

WTA roundup: Semifinals set in Brisbane, Auckland

No. 11 seed Karolina Muchova halted No. 3 seed Elena Rybakina's 13-match win streak and reached the Brisbane International semifinals with a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 win Friday in Australia.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 9

ATP roundup: Poland to face U.S. in United Cup semifinal

Poland will face the United States in the United Cup semifinals following a 2-1 win over host Australia on Friday in Sydney. The quarterfinal was decided in mixed doubles after Poland's Iga Swiatek routed Maya Joint 6-1, 6-1 in 57 minutes and Australia's Alex de Minaur outlasted Hubert Hurkacz 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.

Qinwen Zheng News / Field Level Media / January 8

No. 24 Qinwen Zheng WDs from Australian Open

World No. 24 Qinwen Zheng withdrew from the upcoming Australian Open on Thursday as she works her way back following right elbow surgery. "After careful evaluation by my team and following medical advice, unfortunately I will be withdrawing from the 2026 Australian Open," Zheng wrote on Instagram.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 8