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Tennis News / Athlon Sports / October 27
In 2015, John McEnroe paid $21 million for a Malibu beach house; 11 years later, he and Patty Smyth have listed it for $35 million

In 2015, John McEnroe paid $21 million for a Malibu beach house; 11 years later, he and Patty Smyth have listed it for $35 million

John McEnroe has spent decades making headlines for his achievements on the tennis court. Now, the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion is making news for a different reason.

Tennis News / The Tennis Gazette / October 20
John McEnroe has question to ask about American tennis because of Carlos Alcaraz

John McEnroe has question to ask about American tennis because of Carlos Alcaraz

John McEnroe has highlighted the lack of American men’s Grand Slam success in light of Carlos Alcaraz’s achievements in that area. Alcaraz has expertly taken over the mantle from Rafael Nadal regarding Spanish tennis, with the former already boasting seven Grand Slam titles at the age of 23.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 20
'The best thing that has happened to tennis in 10 years': John McEnroe heaps praise on Carlos Alcaraz

'The best thing that has happened to tennis in 10 years': John McEnroe heaps praise on Carlos Alcaraz

 John McEnroe has made his admiration for Carlos Alcaraz clear, describing the Spaniard as the best thing to happen to tennis in a decade and his favourite player to watch.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 13
'We played the Australian Open at Christmas' - No sympathy offered by John McEnroe over schedule complaints

'We played the Australian Open at Christmas' - No sympathy offered by John McEnroe over schedule complaints

 The tennis schedule continues to be a regular discussion among the current tennis players. Voiced loudest by Carlos Alcaraz in recent times amid his injury

Tennis News / Serve on SI / October 10
John McEnroe Proposes Matchbreaker Instead of Current Best-of-Five Set Structure

John McEnroe Proposes Matchbreaker Instead of Current Best-of-Five Set Structure

Since Wimbledon was founded in the late 19th century, Grand Slam men’s singles matches have been played in a best-of-five format. Modern tennis now looks very different from the game’s initial form, and some critics believe that the scoring model needs to change.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / October 10
'Must Be a Robot': John McEnroe Makes Bold Claim About Rafael Nadal Over His Racket Smash Stance

'Must Be a Robot': John McEnroe Makes Bold Claim About Rafael Nadal Over His Racket Smash Stance

John McEnroe’s career was centered around being the loudest man on any tennis court. The seven-time Grand Slam champion, who turned arguments with umpires into incidents involving throwing rackets and furious outbursts, became part of the folklore of the sport.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 10
John McEnroe praises Rafael Nadal for what he did during his career that not even Roger Federer or Carlos Alcaraz could

John McEnroe praises Rafael Nadal for what he did during his career that not even Roger Federer or Carlos Alcaraz could

Rafael Nadal did some truly astounding things throughout his career, and has set some records that likely will never be broken. However, of all his accomplishments, John McEnroe seemed the most stunned by perhaps the most innocuous of them all.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 9
Alex Corretja proposes Grand Slam rule change in response to John McEnroe’s controversial suggestion

Alex Corretja proposes Grand Slam rule change in response to John McEnroe’s controversial suggestion

John McEnroe caused quite a stir when he proposed a Grand Slam rule change. “My suggestion, which I’ve been making for 30, 40 years, even though nobody listens to me, is to play best of five sets, and at two sets all, play a 10-point tiebreak.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 9
John McEnroe claims Novak Djokovic has surprised him with what he’s done since losing at the US Open

John McEnroe claims Novak Djokovic has surprised him with what he’s done since losing at the US Open

Novak Djokovic’s time in China is done, and despite a first-round exit from the Shanghai Masters, it still represented a hugely successful trip for him.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 9
John McEnroe states the huge impact Carlos Alcaraz has already had on tennis, ‘I was getting very worried’

John McEnroe states the huge impact Carlos Alcaraz has already had on tennis, ‘I was getting very worried’

John McEnroe has made no secret of Carlos Alcaraz being his favourite modern-day player, and he uses every opportunity he can to praise the Spaniard. After all, in his eyes, his arrival came at the perfect time for men’s tennis, bridging the gap between this generation and the last in a way that few thought would ever be possible.

Tennis Legend John McEnroe Announces Final Decision On Living In California

Tennis Legend John McEnroe Announces Final Decision On Living In California

Tennis legend John McEnroe is hoping for a big payday as he puts his California mansion on the market. The legendary U.S. men’s tennis star, who has become one of the leading voices of the support, announcing big matches for ESPN, is listing his beachfront Malibu, California home for-sale.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 5
John McEnroe gives his verdict on Alex Eala’s tennis and identifies what is holding her back

John McEnroe gives his verdict on Alex Eala’s tennis and identifies what is holding her back

John McEnroe believes Alex Eala’s serve is a “liability” and is holding her back from joining the current WTA leaders. Eala has just added a bronze medal to her career honours list, having achieved the feat at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

Tennis News / The Tennis Gazette / October 5
John McEnroe responds when asked if Carlos Alcaraz would beat prime Roger Federer

John McEnroe responds when asked if Carlos Alcaraz would beat prime Roger Federer

The 2026 season hasn’t panned out the way Carlos Alcaraz would have wanted it to, but the Spaniard has still recorded a pretty successful year thus far.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 30
'The only way to succeed': McEnroe calls for Grand Slam boycott in prize money fight

'The only way to succeed': McEnroe calls for Grand Slam boycott in prize money fight

 John McEnroe has called for tennis players to consider boycotting one or two Grand Slam tournaments as the only realistic way to force the sport's four

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 30
'The only way to succeed is to boycott one or two of these': John McEnroe backs Grand Slam boycott for higher player pay

'The only way to succeed is to boycott one or two of these': John McEnroe backs Grand Slam boycott for higher player pay

 John McEnroe has called for tennis players to consider boycotting one or two Grand Slam tournaments as the only realistic way to force the sport's four

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Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 23
Tennis World Mourns Sad Demise of Renowned Journalist Who Covered John McEnroe & Martina Navratilova

Tennis World Mourns Sad Demise of Renowned Journalist Who Covered John McEnroe & Martina Navratilova

One of the pioneering female journalists in men’s tennis, Sally Wilson Smith, passed away at 68 years of age on May 13. From becoming the Delaware state champ at the age of 16 to taking interviews with personalities like John McEnroe and then leaving it all behind to become a psychiatrist, it is safe to say that she lived life to the fullest.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 19
McEnroe and Borg? Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina rivalry gets comparison but with one main difference

McEnroe and Borg? Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina rivalry gets comparison but with one main difference

Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina's rivalry, which came to a head at the US Open this past weekend, has been compared to one of the leading rivalries, and that is McEnroe and Borg.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / September 15
John McEnroe Delivers Grim Novak Djokovic Verdict - 'Father Time Is Undefeated'

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Novak Djokovic appears to be entering the final phase of his career, and his latest US Open exit has raised fresh questions about how much longer the 39-year-old can continue competing at the highest level.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 12
Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev: Paths to U.S. Open final, head-to-head records

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Shelton is one win away from ending the 23-year streak of American men without a Grand Slam title.

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Tennis News / The Spun / August 31
John McEnroe Urged To Apologize For 'Disrespectful' U.S. Open Comment

John McEnroe Urged To Apologize For 'Disrespectful' U.S. Open Comment

John McEnroe doesn’t hold anything back in the broadcasting booth, but the legendary U.S. men’s tennis star is facing backlash for his remarks on Sunday evening.

Tennis News / HITC / June 8
Maja Chwalinska had John McEnroe questioning everything with one ‘vintage tennis’ remark

Maja Chwalinska had John McEnroe questioning everything with one ‘vintage tennis’ remark

Maja Chwalinska’s Roland Garros breakthrough ended with a final defeat, but her funniest shot of the tournament may have come in the TV studio. The Polish qualifier reached the 2026 French Open final before losing 6-3, 6-2 to Mirra Andreeva on Court Philippe-Chatrier.

Tennis News / HITC / May 14
John McEnroe reveals his all-time four for women’s tennis — One choice stuns fans

John McEnroe reveals his all-time four for women’s tennis — One choice stuns fans

John McEnroe has kept a close eye on the women’s game since retiring, helped by his role as a commentator. The former world number one regularly works at tournaments, staying involved with the sport he once dominated.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / February 27
John McEnroe Raises 1 Concern About the State of American Tennis

John McEnroe Raises 1 Concern About the State of American Tennis

American tennis isn’t exactly hurting for talent right now at least on the surface. The rankings show plenty of red, white and blue near the top, and on the women’s side especially, there’s been no shortage of big-stage success in recent years.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / February 3
'Back Off, Buddy': Inside the John McEnroe Airport Meltdown That Has Everyone Talking

'Back Off, Buddy': Inside the John McEnroe Airport Meltdown That Has Everyone Talking

We have all been there. You are exhausted, your feet hurt, you are navigating the chaos of a busy terminal, and all you want to do is get through security and go home.

Tennis News / The Spun / February 2
John McEnroe Furious With Fan At Airport After Australian Open

John McEnroe Furious With Fan At Airport After Australian Open

Tennis legend John McEnroe has always had a short fuse and he certainly lived up to that reputation during his eventful trip home from the Australian Open on Monday.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 9, 2024
Tennis legend makes huge Novak Djokovic prediction

Tennis legend makes huge Novak Djokovic prediction

Djokovic ended 2024 without a major title, the first time he failed to capture any of the four slams in a calendar year since his injury-riddled 2017. 

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