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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

'We're Jehovah's witnesses, so we don't do that' - Serena Williams opens up on why she doesn't celebrate her birthday

Although she turns 44 on Tuesday, September 26, WTA great Serena Williams will not be celebrating her birthday as her family does not believe in that tradition.

Denis Shapovalov News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

ATP Tokyo Day 1 Predictions Including Denis Shapovalov vs Daniel Altmaier

The 2025 edition of the ATP Tokyo Open sees a jam-packed draw with several top players gracing the courts in Tokyo. The whole week promises to include action packed tennis and as ever, we preview and predict the matches scheduled for you.

Maria Sakkari News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

WTA Beijing Day 1 Predictions Including Ashlyn Krueger vs Maria Sakkari

The opening day of the WTA China Open is packed with 16 first-round matches. One of those will be an interesting battle between Ashlyn Krueger and former Top 10 player Maria Sakkari.

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Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

WTA Beijing Day 1 Predictions Including Barbora Krejcikova vs Anna Blinkova

The Asian swing moves to Beijing this week, where the WTA Masters event brings together some intriguing first-round battles. With the season winding down, players are balancing fatigue with the chance to earn valuable ranking points.

Bianca Andreescu News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

WTA Beijing Day 1 Predictions Including Bianca Andreescu vs Anna Bondar

Bianca Andreescu suffered an ankle sprain at her home WTA 1000 event in Montreal over a month ago, adding to her long list of injuries over the last few seasons.

Novak Djokovic News / EssentiallySports / September 23

Novak Djokovic-Led PTPA Expands Landmark Lawsuit to Grand Slams in Bold Push for Tennis Reform

A few months ago the PTPA, co-founded by Novak Djokovic in 2019, filed an antitrust lawsuit against the ATP and WTA Tours, accusing them of monopolistic

Elina Svitolina News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

'I haven’t been feeling like myself lately' - Elina Svitolina announces end to 2025 season, citing mental health reasons

World number 13 Elina Svitolina has abruptly ended her 2025 tennis campaign, deciding to focus on her mental health. The three-time major semi-finalist last competed in Ukraine's historic Billie Jean King Cup run to the semi-finals, with her defeat against Jasmine Paolini halting their run.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / September 23

Patrick Mouratoglou Claims Novak Djokovic Has Decided to Continue His Career to Gain More Recognition

Why Novak Djokovic, in spite of winning the most Grand Slam titles on the men’s tour, has not yet hung up his racket? According to Serena Williams‘ former coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, Djokovic is enjoying the recognition of his achievements from the fans after the retirements of his longtime rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Roger Federer News / The Spun / September 23

Roger Federer Makes Big Accusation Against Tennis Tournament Directors

The world's top-ranked men's tennis stars collided when Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in the U.S. Open final this month. Roger Federer theorized that tournament organizers use court speeds to help create those star-studded matchups.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / September 23

ATP roundup: Alejandro Tabilo, Alexander Bublik win titles in China

Chilean qualifier Alejandro Tabilo saved two championship points and defeated top-seeded Lorenzo Musetti of Italy 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (5) to win the Chengdu Open on Tuesday in China.

Alexander Bublik News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Alexander Bublik storms to glory in the Hangzhou Open, acquires his fourth title of 2025

Alexander Bublik continued a positive 2025 by collecting his fourth title of the year in the Hangzhou Open, defeating French qualifier Valentin Royer 7-6(4), 7-6(4).

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

'They are in a different category': Former French Open winner cannot see anyone beating Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner in near future

Former French Open winner Adriano Panatta believes that Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz and Italy’s Jannik Sinner are players of a ‘different category’ compared to the rest of the participants on the ATP tour.

Tennis News / HITC / September 23

Bjorn Borg shares whether he wants Novak Djokovic to retire now or play another year

Now 38 years old, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is clearly entering the final phase of his career. Djokovic has continued to find ways to win in 2025, though.

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Rafael Nadal News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Rafael Nadal shares warning on AI deepfake technology amid videos circulating of him

AI is growing into a tool many people use nowadays, but not all for the right reasons. Rafael Nadal was the victim of this, as he had to take to social media to warn his fans and followers about fake videos of himself created with artificial intelligence.

Coco Gauff News / FirstSportz / September 23

Coco Gauff Blames Carlos Alcaraz After Time Spent in Forbidden City Cut Short Due to His Late Arrival

Last year, both Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff ended the China Open in their favor. Alcaraz stopped Jannik Sinner from defending the title, while Gauff went past Karolina Muchova.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Lorenzo Musetti left in tears after losing fifth consecutive final at Chengdu Open as Alejandro Tabilo wins unexpected title

It was an unexpected title on Tuesday for Lorenzo Musetti at the Chengdu Open with the Italian losing to the unseeded Chilean, Alejandro Tabilo with the Italian being top seed when the tournament began.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Four-time champion Novak Djokovic confirms return to Shanghai Masters

After missing the previous three Masters 1000 events, Novak Djokovic will return to the big time in the Shanghai Masters, a tournament that he has won four times.

Taylor Fritz News / HITC / September 23

Jack Sock makes prediction for Taylor Fritz after Laver Cup success

Taylor Fritz played a big role in Team World’s Laver Cup win over Team Europe in San Francisco. Fritz had a standout tournament, picking up five points across his three matches.

Jimmy Connors News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

'That's a big difference from, from then': Jimmy Connors highlights big change he noticed in women's tennis during US Open

Former world number one Jimmy Connors has highlighted one of the major differences between women’s tennis now and how it was during his playing days. The 73-year-old is regarded as one of the greatest American players in the history of men’s tennis, having won as many as eight Grand Slam titles.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 23

Novak Djokovic’s Biggest Obstacle to 25th Slam Isn’t Alcaraz or Sinner, Says Serena Williams’ Ex-Coach

“I lost three out of four Slams in semis against these guys, so they’re just too good, playing on a really high level,” confessed a dejected Novak Djokovic earlier this month after Carlos Alcaraz ended his US Open run.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Tennis Legends - Jimmy Connors: The record breaking American and final bastion on Novak Djokovic's quest for GOAT status

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have separated themselves from the rest in terms of Grand Slams won. One record this holy trinity of tennis failed to secure was the most ATP Singles Titles won.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 23

Taylor Fritz’s ‘Masterclass’ Against Carlos Alcaraz Sparks Ex-Pros’ Verdict on Grand Slam Shift

“I think I take almost more pride in this one because I feel like, start to finish, I won it, I earned it.” Taylor Fritz finally did it last week. After succumbing to three straight defeats against World No.1 and six-time slam champion Carlos Alcaraz, the American got him.

Alexandra Eala News / Total Apex Sports / September 23

Alexandra Eala’s Incredible 80-Spot Climb: From Tennis Nobody to WTA Star

Let’s be honest here—most tennis fans probably couldn’t have picked Alexandra Eala out of a lineup at the start of 2025. The 20-year-old Filipina was sitting pretty at a less-than-stellar World No.

Roger Federer News / Total Apex Sports / September 23

Is Tennis Rigged? Roger Federer Thinks So, and He’s Not Happy

When Roger Federer talks, people listen. And right now, the tennis legend has some spicy thoughts on the state of the modern game. Appearing on Andy Roddick’s podcast, Served with Andy Roddick , Federer dropped a bombshell theory that has the tennis world buzzing.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / September 22

ATP roundup: Top seed Lorenzo Musetti into Chengdu final

Top-seeded Lorenzo Musetti of Italy will seek his third ATP Tour title in the Chengdu Open final against Chilean qualifier Alejandro Tabilo. Musetti crushed Kazakhstan's Alexander Shevchenko 6-3, 6-1 and Tabilo eliminated No.

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