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WTA roundup: Ekaterina Alexandrova rallies to advance to Abu Dhabi finals

Second-seeded Ekaterina Alexandrova dropped the first set but battled back to defeat Hailey Baptiste of the United States on Friday, 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3,

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ATP roundup: Two Frenchmen reach semifinals in Montpellier

Adrian Mannarino overcame 12 aces to defeat fellow Frenchman Arthur Gea in the quarterfinals of the Open Occitanie on Friday in Montpellier, France. The wild card Gea won the first set thanks to a lost serve from Mannarino, but Mannarino was able to win the match in just more than 2 1/2 hours, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4.

Simona Halep News / HITC / February 6

Why Simona Halep says she has no regrets about retiring from tennis

It’s been a year since Simona Halep retired from tennis… Halep played her final professional match at the 2025 Transylvania Open, losing in the first round before announcing her retirement on February 4.

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Emma Raducanu News / HITC / February 6

Emma Raducanu faces tough test as Qatar Open draw is confirmed

Emma Raducanu has not quite hit her stride in the early stages of the 2026 WTA season. She began her year at the United Cup, but only featured in one match, which ended in a defeat to Maria Sakkari.

Alexandra Eala News / HITC / February 6

20-year-old Alexandra Eala set for career landmark at Qatar Open

Alexandra Eala is having her strongest showing of the 2026 season so far at the Abu Dhabi Open. Eala fought back from a set down to defeat Aliksandra Sasnovich, earning a spot in the quarter-finals of the WTA 500 event.

Elena Rybakina News / HITC / February 6

Where Elena Rybakina stands among WTA’s top earners after Australian Open win

Elena Rybakina captured her second Grand Slam title with a strong showing at the Australian Open, putting together an impressive run to lift the trophy.

Tennis News / HITC / February 6

Andy Murray reacts to bold Alcaraz and Sinner vs prime Djokovic claims

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have ushered tennis into a new era, sparking comparisons with the ‘big three’. The last nine Grand Slams have all gone to either Sinner or Alcaraz.

Tennis News / HITC / February 6

Kim Clijsters predicts how best-of-five could impact Iga Swiatek

Kim Clijsters has responded to the ongoing debate about whether women should play best-of-five-set matches in the future. The topic comes up often and has seen more discussion over the past week following comments from Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley, who said he wants to see women play best-of-five sets at the event next year.

Tennis News / HITC / February 6

Three players who walked away from the 2026 Australian Open with nothing to show for it

With the Australian Open now wrapped up, it was Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina who walked away with the biggest honours. Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the men’s final, while Rybakina came out on top against Aryna Sabalenka to take the women’s title.

Nick Kyrgios News / HITC / February 6

Nick Kyrgios’ Australian Open opponent shares thoughts on his behaviour during their match

Nick Kyrgios has never been one to shy away from controversy, with his on-court behaviour often splitting opinion among fans and pundits alike. Although he didn’t play singles, Kyrgios still featured in the men’s and mixed doubles competitions.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

ATP Montpellier Quarterfinal Predictions Including Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Arthur Fils

The ATP 250 Montpellier has provided some excellent attacking tennis all week and it will feature some very promising quarterfinal matchups this Friday.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 5

ATP roundup: Luca Nardi upsets fellow Italian Flavio Cobolli

Italian Luca Nardi blasted 17 winners as he downed countryman and ATP No. 20 Flavio Cobolli, 6-2, 6-3 on Thursday at Montpellier. Nardi was one of five winners on Thursday to finalize the quarterfinal matchups of the France-based event.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / February 5

WTA roundup: Hailey Baptiste charges into Abu Dhabi semis

The United States' Hailey Baptiste defeated Russia's fifth-seeded Liudmila Samsonova on Thursday on the indoor hard court's only three-set match, 6-2, 4-6, 6-4 in the quarterfinals of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in the United Arab Emirates.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

WTA Cluj-Napoca Semifinal Predictions Including Emma Raducanu vs Oleksandra Oliynykova

Emma Raducanu, the crowd favorite at the WTA 250 event in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, is one win away from a first WTA final appearance since her storied 2021 US Open run.

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Leylah Fernandez News / HITC / February 5

Leylah Fernandez issues emotional message celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day

Leylah Fernandez has been extremely busy in 2026 so far as she looks to add more success on the court. Fernandez is a five-time champion on the WTA Tour, and once climbed as high as 13th in the world rankings.

Adrian Mannarino News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

ATP Montpellier Best Bets Including Mannarino vs Gea

Mannarino – Gea: 06.02.2026 14:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Adrian Mannarino has lost three of his last five matches. This week in Montpellier, Mannarino defeated Martinez in the opening round in straight sets.

Clara Tauson News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

WTA Abu Dhabi Semifinal Predictions Including Clara Tauson vs Sara Bejlek

The 2026 WTA Abu Dhabi Open has reached the semifinal stage. Czech qualifier Sara Bejlek faces third seed Clara Tauson, while Hailey Baptiste will lock horns against Ekaterina Alexandrova.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / February 5

Alcaraz vs. Djokovic draws biggest ratings for Australian Open in 9 years

A compelling final between two of tennis' biggest names meant a big ratings increase for the Australian Open, Front Office Sports reported. Carlos Alcaraz's victory over Novak Djokovic, despite a 3:30 a.m.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka Withdraw from Qatar Open

The first WTA Masters 1000 event of the season is upon us, with the Tour set to arrive in Doha next week. After the highs and lows of the Australian Open, players now shift their focus to the Middle East swing as they look to capitalise on what is still the relatively early stage of the 2026 tennis season.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 5