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Carlos Alcaraz names the tennis record he’s most determined to break

Carlos Alcaraz was the standout player on the ATP Tour in 2025, and he fully deserved to finish the season as the world number one. It’s only the second time he’s ended a year at the top, with his first making him the youngest ever to do so.

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Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz announce participation for 2026 Laver Cup

Preparations for the 2026 Laver Cup in London have already begun, with Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz committing to the team event. Alcaraz made his Laver Cup debut in Berlin in 2024.

Lleyton Hewitt News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Lleyton Hewitt Returns to Professional Tennis to play Doubles with his Son

Australian tennis icon Lleyton Hewitt spent the anniversary of one of the biggest moments of his career on a tennis court, competing alongside his son.

Jasmine Paolini News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Jasmine Paolini 2025 Season Recap

Jasmine Paolini became a worldwide name in 2024 after reaching two Grand Slam singles finals and winning Olympic gold alongside Sara Errani in the women’s doubles.

Roger Federer News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Roger Federer Confirmed for 2026 Hall of Fame Induction

One of the true icons of tennis, Roger Federer, is set to receive arguably the greatest honor of his career, as the 20-time Major champion has been confirmed for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame next year.

Mirra Andreeva News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Mirra Andreeva 2025 Season Recap

Mirra Andreeva’s 2025 reads like the arrival of a player who already channels the game’s loudest ingredients — power, fearlessness, and a playful tactical curiosity — but is learning to turn those into consistent outcomes.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Emma Raducanu 2025 Season Recap

Emma Raducanu’s 2025 season was less a fairy-tale resurgence than a carefully managed reconstruction: bursts of high-quality tennis, important milestones, and, in the end, a campaign cut short by familiar physical struggles.

Gael Monfils News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Gael Monfils 2025 Season Review: The Beautiful Chaos of Tennis’s Greatest Showman

Forgive me if this reads more like sentiment and reminiscence than analysis. As someone who has long deemed Gael Monfils my favorite player, there’s no other way to do this.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / November 19

Novak Djokovic’s impressive unbeaten run after taking the first set in 2025

Novak Djokovic turned in one of the most impressive ATP seasons ever seen from a 38-year-old. The Serbian, who holds 24 Grand Slam titles, played only 13 tournaments this year but still made a significant impact.

Aryna Sabalenka News / FirstSportz / November 19

Tennis Hall of Famer Thinks ‘This’ Match Aryna Sabalenka Will ‘Regret the Most’

Aryna Sabalenka ended the season with four titles from five finals. One of those titles includes the US Open, which she clinched for the second consecutive time by defeating home favorite Amanda Anisimova.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

What Could Possibly Stop Carlos Alcaraz and Andy Roddick? Andy Roddick Has a Theory

In the ever-shifting landscape of men’s tennis, two names have cemented themselves at the peak: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Their rivalry has become the stuff of legend, a seemingly endless chess match where each player adapts and counters with frightening speed.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 19

Andy Roddick Thinks ‘This’ Can Stop Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner from Dominating at 2026 Australian Open

Jannik Sinner will be bidding for a three-peat at the Australian Open next year, while Carlos Alcaraz will be aiming for the Career Grand Slam. They have been dominating on the tour since the 2024 season, but in Melbourne, one thing can stop their dominance, believes former player Andy Roddick.

Naomi Osaka News / Tennis Infinity / November 18

Naomi Osaka withdraws from her first 2026 tournament to sign up for a different one

Naomi Osaka has reversed her decision to start 2026 at a WTA 250 event in favor of playing at a mixed tournament with men's and women's players. The four-time Grand Slam champion began her second season since returning from maternity leave at the 2025 ASB Classic in Auckland.

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Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 18

(In Pictures) Paula Badosa Confirms Split With Stefanos Tsitsipas on 28th Birthday Wearing a Cryptic Banner

Paula Badosa has officially confirmed that she and fellow tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas have ended their relationship. The pair began dating in May 2023 and quickly attracted attention due to their status as two of the sport’s most recognizable players.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / November 18

Belgium sweeps France to kick off Davis Cup quarterfinals

Raphael Collignon and Zizou Bergs guided Belgium to a 2-0 sweep of France in the opening quarterfinal match of the Davis Cup Finals on Tuesday in Bologna, Italy.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / November 18

Medvedev & Bublik among players announced for controversial exhibition in Russia

Several Russian-born ATP and WTA players have taken the contentious decision to play in an exhibition that is funded by a state-owned company supporting the country's war against Ukraine.

Tennis News / SportsInfo / November 18

Medvedev, Rybakina, and other major players feature in India's World Tennis League

Top players like Daniil Medvedev and Elena Rybakina are a part of India's World Tennis League 2025 Nick Kyrgios, Rohan Bopanna, Sumit Nagal, Paula Badosa,

Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 18

Tim Henman Highlights Carlos Alcaraz’s Injury as a Deciding Factor in his ATP Finals Loss to Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner delivered a composed and powerful performance to defeat Carlos Alcaraz 7–6, 7–5 in their ATP Finals clash. The match was tight from the beginning, with both players trading heavy groundstrokes and testing each other’s movement.

Aryna Sabalenka News / HITC / November 18

Why Aryna Sabalenka may look back on 2025 with regrets despite finishing as world No. 1

Aryna Sabalenka might look back on this season with a few regrets. Her campaign wrapped up with a defeat to Elena Rybakina in the WTA Finals title match over in Riyadh, capping off a year that had plenty of highs but ended short of another major trophy.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / November 18