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Jannik Sinner Chasing Djokovic, Nadal, Federer and Murray's Historic Win Streaks

Jannik Sinner Chasing Djokovic, Nadal, Federer and Murray's Historic Win Streaks

Jannik Sinner might be one of the newer faces in tennis, but he’s wasting no time making his mark on the sport’s history. Fresh off his first Wimbledon crown where he put on an absolute clinic in the final, the Italian star now has his sights set on the Cincinnati Masters.

Jessica Pegula News / FirstSportz / August 12

Jessica Pegula Slams the US Open for the Drastic Overhaul of the Mixed Doubles Format

Jessica Pegula has criticized the US Open organizers for overhauling the mixed doubles format, which is now centered on attracting more spectators and sponsors, but has pushed mixed doubles specialist players out of it.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / August 12

Nike Finally Drops Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz Gear Online

Tennis fans have been outspoken about their frustration with Nike. The iconic American brand has signed much of the top talent in the sport, while outfitting them in unflattering kits with very little marketing to back it up.

Grigor Dimitrov News / ESPN / August 12

Dimitrov withdraws from U.S. Open with injury

Three-time Grand Slam semifinalist Grigor Dimitrov withdrew from the U.S. Open on Tuesday, a little more than a month after he tore a chest muscle against Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon.

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The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

How many of the men to win the Wimbledon tennis championship since its inception in 1877 can you name? Note: The tournament was not held from 1915-18 during the First World War, and from 1940-1945 during the Second World War, and in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.Last names are acceptable as answers.

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Tennis News / FirstSportz / August 12
Jessica Pegula Reveals How Her Retirement Decision Left Coco Gauff Mad

Jessica Pegula Reveals How Her Retirement Decision Left Coco Gauff Mad

Jessica Pegula has planned to retire around the age of 35. But Coco Gauff is against this decision as she would rather want her compatriot to play at least till the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / August 12

Gauff Moves Into Next Round In Cincinnati After Yastremska Withdraws

Coco Gauff made it to the fourth round of the 2025 Cincinnati Open without having to lift a finger. Gauff's last few months have been a proper rollercoaster.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 12
Alejandro Tabilo replaces Grigor Dimitrov (pectoral) in U.S. Open draw

Alejandro Tabilo replaces Grigor Dimitrov (pectoral) in U.S. Open draw

Grigor Dimitrov withdrew from the U.S. Open on Tuesday as he continues to recover from a chest injury. The 34-year-old Bulgarian held a two-set lead over World No.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / August 12
Emma Raducanu Has Reasons To Be Optimistic For New York

Emma Raducanu Has Reasons To Be Optimistic For New York

As Emma Raducanu gears up for another go at the US Open, she can take a lot of confidence from her display in Cincinnati. Following an impressive opening win over Olga Danilovic, the Briton pushed world#1 Aryna Sabalenka all the way, in a classic three-setter lasting three hours and nine minutes.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 12
WTA Cincinnati Day 7 Predictions Including Iga Swiatek vs Sorana Cirstea

WTA Cincinnati Day 7 Predictions Including Iga Swiatek vs Sorana Cirstea

Day seven at WTA Cincinnati features a star-studded line-up and there should be plenty of entertaining tennis for the fans watching in Ohio and around the globe.

Nicolas Jarry News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'We returned to the hotel and found the room in disarray': Nicolas Jarry recalls distressing hotel incident during Rome Open

'We returned to the hotel and found the room in disarray': Nicolas Jarry recalls distressing hotel incident during Rome Open

Nicolas Jarry has spoken out about a disturbing incident he and his family experienced during the 2024 Italian Open, after intruders entered their hotel room in Rome.

Holger Rune News / Tennis Infinity / August 12

Holger Rune Explains Beef With 'Provocative' Social Media Account

Holger Rune is one of the youngest players on the ATP Tour, and when he doesn't practice or compete, he sometimes spends time on social media. Every social media user knows there are different types of content one can find on these platforms.

Frances Tiafoe News / Sporting News / August 12

Laver Cup 2025: Frances Tiafoe becomes fifth member of Team World roster

Frances Tiafoe will make his sixth Laver Cup appearance for Team World in September.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 12
ATP Cincinnati Best Bets Including Zverev vs Nakashima

ATP Cincinnati Best Bets Including Zverev vs Nakashima

Mensik – Nardi: 12.08.2025 18:30 CEST H2H: 1-0 Jakub Mensik has won three of his last five matches. This week in Cincinnati, Mensik defeated Quinn in his opening match.

Jessica Pegula News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'Okay, you guys went rogue' - Mixed emotions for Jessica Pegula prior to mixed doubles, slams organisers for lack of communication

'Okay, you guys went rogue' - Mixed emotions for Jessica Pegula prior to mixed doubles, slams organisers for lack of communication

Along with many of the top players in the world, Jessica Pegula will play in the newly styled US Open mixed doubles event, being played between the 19th and 20th of August.

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 The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
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Jannik Sinner News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'As many matches as possible with less tournaments as possible' - Jannik Sinner outlines scheme to sustain number one ranking

'As many matches as possible with less tournaments as possible' - Jannik Sinner outlines scheme to sustain number one ranking

World number one Jannik Sinner has taken the tennis world by storm over the past couple of years. Having won three Grand Slams and achieved a commanding number one status, he aims to remain there for as long as possible.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
Can Novak Djokovic win one last Grand Slam as new era of tennis arises with battle of Sinner and Alcaraz

Can Novak Djokovic win one last Grand Slam as new era of tennis arises with battle of Sinner and Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner’s rise to the top of men’s tennis has been as rapid as it has been relentless. Over the past two seasons, the 23-year-old Italian has gone from a talented outsider to the player everyone else measures themselves against.

Taylor Fritz News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'As soon as I start eating, they say, ‘15 minutes, you’re going back out.': Taylor Fritz shares bizarre story of 90-minute break during Cincinnati Open

'As soon as I start eating, they say, ‘15 minutes, you’re going back out.': Taylor Fritz shares bizarre story of 90-minute break during Cincinnati Open

Taylor Fritz overcame a challenging mix of heat, a mid-match blackout delay, and a dangerous opponent to defeat Ugo Humbert in the third round of the Cincinnati Open 2025.

Emma Raducanu News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'I pushed her more than I did at Wimbledon': Emma Raducanu positive despite Cincinnati exit

'I pushed her more than I did at Wimbledon': Emma Raducanu positive despite Cincinnati exit

Emma Raducanu summoned every ounce of her grit and skill in Cincinnati, pushing world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to a punishing three-hour duel that went the distance.

Tennis News / ESPN / August 12

Seles 'resets' after myasthenia gravis diagnosis

Monica Seles says she was diagnosed three years ago with myasthenia gravis -- a neuromuscular autoimmune disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles.

Frances Tiafoe News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'The panic button’s a bit less now': Frances Tiafoe shows mental toughness in Cincinnati victory

'The panic button’s a bit less now': Frances Tiafoe shows mental toughness in Cincinnati victory

Frances Tiafoe shook off a rocky start to defeat Ugo Humbert in the third round of the Cincinnati Open 2025, using his trademark speed and variety to turn the match around.

Ben Shelton News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'We got something to chase' : Ben Shelton looks ahead to that elusive major title

'We got something to chase' : Ben Shelton looks ahead to that elusive major title

The US Open starts soon, with American tennis finding itself in a familiar predicament where women are consistently delivering Grand Slam triumphs with the men’s side plagued by a two-decade-long drought.

Emma Raducanu News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 12
'Do you want me to kick the child out?': Emma Raducanu clashes with chair umpire during Cincinnati Open defeat to Aryna Sabalenka

'Do you want me to kick the child out?': Emma Raducanu clashes with chair umpire during Cincinnati Open defeat to Aryna Sabalenka

Britain’s Emma Raducanu arguably produced one of the best performances of her season on Monday. However, the performance did not end on a positive note as she suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the third round of the Cincinnati Open against the world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

Tennis News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / August 12
Canadian Open runner-up Naomi Osaka called out for abrupt speech ‘diss’ after Vicky Mboko loss

Canadian Open runner-up Naomi Osaka called out for abrupt speech ‘diss’ after Vicky Mboko loss

Naomi Osaka’s return to a WTA final for the first time in three years was meant to be a sign of progress. Instead, the Japanese star’s run at the Canadian Open ended in a wave of both disappointment on court and controversy off it.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 11
Cincinnati Open interrupted by power outage

Cincinnati Open interrupted by power outage

The Round of 32 at the Cincinnati Open was suspended late Monday afternoon when the tennis facility in Mason, Ohio, experienced a power outage. Photos from reporters on the scene captured smoke ostensibly coming from on-site generators at Lindner Family Tennis Center.

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