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Why Aryna Sabalenka Refuses to Ditch Her Country Despite the Flag Ban

Why Aryna Sabalenka Refuses to Ditch Her Country Despite the Flag Ban

If you’ve watched a Grand Slam in the last couple of years, you might have noticed something missing next to Aryna Sabalenka’s name on the scoreboard. No, it’s not a glitch in the matrix, and no, the broadcast team didn’t just forget to upload a JPEG.

Tennis News / HITC / December 10
Aryna Sabalenka shares her thoughts on whether she could beat Serena Williams in a return match

Aryna Sabalenka shares her thoughts on whether she could beat Serena Williams in a return match

Despite shutting down the idea herself, talk of Serena Williams making a tennis comeback still hasn’t gone away. The speculation kicked off after she rejoined the drug-testing pool earlier this month, but Williams was quick to address the situation and put any comeback talk to rest.

Nick Kyrgios News / BBC Sport / December 10

'Playing Kyrgios will not damage women's sport'

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defend their controversial Battles of the Sexes-style match, saying the "fun" event will attract new fans to tennis.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / December 10
Jannik Sinner’s Doping Drama: Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios Have Their Say

Jannik Sinner’s Doping Drama: Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios Have Their Say

Another day, another tennis drama. This time, it’s about Jannik Sinner and a doping ban that has the tennis world buzzing with speculation. The whole mess resurfaced during a Piers Morgan interview with Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka, which was supposed to be a lighthearted promo for their “Battle of the Sexes” event.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / December 10
Marta Kostyuk Served a Reality Check by Aryna Sabalenka: 'It’s Just Excuses'

Marta Kostyuk Served a Reality Check by Aryna Sabalenka: 'It’s Just Excuses'

If you thought the tennis world was all polite applause, strawberries and cream, and hushed silence, you clearly haven’t been paying attention to the absolute soap opera unfolding off the court lately.

Nick Kyrgios News / FirstSportz / December 9
Nick Kyrgios Claims What Needs to Happen for Alex de Minaur to Win the Australian Open 2026

Nick Kyrgios Claims What Needs to Happen for Alex de Minaur to Win the Australian Open 2026

Nick Kyrgios has been the Australian hope for many years. He has come close, reaching the Wimbledon final in 2022, but hasn’t lived up to the potential that broke the internet in 2014.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9
Watch: Naomi Osaka Punishes Fan by Making Him Do Push-Ups During Clash with Aryna Sabalenka

Watch: Naomi Osaka Punishes Fan by Making Him Do Push-Ups During Clash with Aryna Sabalenka

After getting much-needed rest, top players have started featuring in exhibition events. Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka clashed in the Garden Cup exhibition event that took place at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Coco Gauff News / Serve on SI / December 9

Why Coco Gauff's Mercedes-Benz Partnership is a Huge Deal

Last week, Coco Gauff topped the list of the world's highest-paid female athletes in 2025. This week, Gauff added Mercedes-Benz brand ambassador to her rapidly growing sponsorship portfolio and list of accomplishments.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9
Carlos Alcaraz Gives His Take on Joao Fonseca’s Bold Haircut After Defeating Him in Miami

Carlos Alcaraz Gives His Take on Joao Fonseca’s Bold Haircut After Defeating Him in Miami

Joao Fonseca locked horns with Carlos Alcaraz for the first time in his career. The match, however, was an unofficial one as they met in the Miami Invitational, an exhibition event where, apart from Alcaraz and Fonseca, Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova also featured.

Tennis News / HITC / December 9
Nick Kyrgios, Joao Fonseca and Taylor Fritz headline star-studded MGM Slam with $1m on the line

Nick Kyrgios, Joao Fonseca and Taylor Fritz headline star-studded MGM Slam with $1m on the line

Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he’ll join the ‘Six Kings Slam’ event, set for January 2 in Dubai. Fans can purchase tickets on the official website. The 2025 ATP and WTA seasons may be over, but several top names are keeping busy with a packed December of exhibition tennis.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9
Amanda Anisimova Makes Her Feelings Known After Finally Dethroning Jessica Pegula in an Exhibition Match

Amanda Anisimova Makes Her Feelings Known After Finally Dethroning Jessica Pegula in an Exhibition Match

Amanda Anisimova reacted to her win over fellow compatriot Jessica Pegula at the Miami Invitational, an exhibition event. The two players have faced each other just three times on tour, with Pegula winning all of their previous match-ups.

Tennis News / HITC / December 9
The one stat that separates Djokovic from Federer and Nadal

The one stat that separates Djokovic from Federer and Nadal

It’s rare to find much daylight between Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer in the debate over tennis’ greatest player. The “GOAT debate” between Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer rarely finds a clear winner.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9
Jasmine Paolini Explains What Attracts Her to the Rivalry Between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Jasmine Paolini Explains What Attracts Her to the Rivalry Between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are regarded as the two best players currently in the men’s circuit. Both players have impressed with their consistency on the court and have attracted more fans to the sport.

Jannik Sinner News / Serve on SI / December 9

Jannik Sinner Unveils His New Tennis Racquet for 2026

Jannik Sinner insists on adjusting his play style to be more unpredictable when facing Carlos Alcaraz. Beyond that, there are not many ways Sinner can improve his game.

Tennis News / HITC / December 9
Why Andy Roddick believes Serena Williams may be keeping the door open for a comeback

Why Andy Roddick believes Serena Williams may be keeping the door open for a comeback

Serena Williams caused a bit of a stir last week when she re-entered the doping protocols. Serena Williams sparked a frenzy last week when she officially re-entered the anti-doping pool, a requirement for any player considering a return to professional tennis.

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Jack Draper News / HITC / December 9
Jack Draper returns from injury and reveals big ambitions for Great Britain at United Cup

Jack Draper returns from injury and reveals big ambitions for Great Britain at United Cup

Jack Draper is finally set to return at the United Cup, marking his first appearance since pulling out of the US Open. At long last, Jack Draper is set to return to the court at the United Cup, marking his first appearance since withdrawing from the US Open.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
'Surprised by what a great guy he is': Bjorn Borg Makes His Choice Between Alcaraz and Sinner

'Surprised by what a great guy he is': Bjorn Borg Makes His Choice Between Alcaraz and Sinner

One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Bjorn Borg, recently released an autobiography in which he opened up not only about his playing career but also about his life after what is still considered one of the most shocking early retirements in the history of tennis.

Rafael Nadal News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
'Very, Very Special': Rafael Nadal Reveals the Roland Garros Moment He Cherishes Most

'Very, Very Special': Rafael Nadal Reveals the Roland Garros Moment He Cherishes Most

While he is one of only four men’s players in the Open Era to win multiple major titles on all three surfaces, Rafael Nadal’s name will always be synonymous with red clay—a surface he ruled for over a decade and a half, amassing an otherworldly winning percentage of over 90 percent in more than 500 total matches played.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / December 9
Watch: Carlos Alcaraz Escapes Injury Scare After Joao Fonseca Hits Fierce Shot at Him in Miami

Watch: Carlos Alcaraz Escapes Injury Scare After Joao Fonseca Hits Fierce Shot at Him in Miami

Carlos Alcaraz finally locked horns with Joao Fonseca! The tennis world was eagerly waiting for an Alcaraz versus Fonseca clash, and they met, not in an official tournament yet.

Naomi Osaka News / Serve on SI / December 8
Naomi Osaka Says Her New Nike Jacket Is 'Coming Out Soon'

Naomi Osaka Says Her New Nike Jacket Is 'Coming Out Soon'

Women's tennis star Naomi Osaka has spent the first week of December crisscrossing the country, participating in highly publicized exhibition events alongside Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton, and Nick Kyrgios.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 8
Bjorn Borg Admits the Truth About Facing Rafael Nadal on Clay

Bjorn Borg Admits the Truth About Facing Rafael Nadal on Clay

Long before Rafael Nadal made clay courts around the world his playground, tennis had Bjorn Borg, who, alongside his dominance at the All-England Club, won a then-record six French Open titles, including a four-peat from 1978 to 1981.

Alex de Minaur News / SportsInfo / December 8
'I have a long way to go,' - Alex De Minaur opens up on comparisons with Australian Tennis legends

'I have a long way to go,' - Alex De Minaur opens up on comparisons with Australian Tennis legends

Alex De Minaur was present on the Sit-Down Podcast, where he opened up on the current scenario of the Australian Tennis The top ATP star felt great about

Sorana Cirstea News / Field Level Media / December 6
Sorana Cirstea says 2026 season will be her last

Sorana Cirstea says 2026 season will be her last

Sorana Cirstea announced Saturday that her 20th season on the WTA Tour in 2026 will be her last. The 35-year-old Romanian has won three singles titles and earned nearly $11 million in prize money.

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