Shanghai Draw is out and Djokovic is IN
The draw for the penultimate Masters 1000 event of 2026 has been released and a familiar face is in the top half of the draw: Novak Djokovic. The Serbian wasn’t …
Gauff Sees Big Future for Rising Sun Xinran
Coco Gauff had barely even watched Sun Xinran play before facing the 16-year-old Chinese phenom in Beijing. She had seen enough to know she’d be up for a tough task …
Djokovic Confirms L.A. Olympic Aim
Novak Djokovic still believes the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are firmly within his reach. The 39-year-old Serbian, who would be 41 when the Games begin, says his tennis remains good …
Despite Losing 16 Straight Points, Alcaraz Remains Perfect in Tokyo
When was the last time you saw Carlos Alcaraz lose 16 consecutive points? It happened on Monday in Tokyo, the Spaniard losing the plot from 5-3, deuce until the first …
Gauff Outshines Sun for Beijing Round of 16
By Richard Pagliaro | Monday, October 5, 2026Photo credit: Jon Buckle/ROLEX Approaching midnight in Beijing, Coco Gauff stopped a stubborn Sun rise. Gauff soared through nine of the last 10 …
Medvedev on Fan Strike: Terribly Sorry, 100% Accident
By Richard Pagliaro | Monday, October 5, 2026Photo credit: Screen Shot Daniil Medvedev hit himself out of Beijing after hitting a fan in the face. Former No. 1 Medvedev was …
Djokovic Reaches 7th Beijing Final As Medvedev is Disqualified for Striking Fan
By Richard Pagliaro | Monday, October 5, 2026Photo credit: Screen Shot Staggered to his knees at times, Novak Djokovic rose to stirring levels—and into his seventh Beijing final—as Daniil Medvedev …
No. 1 Rybakina Withdraws from Wuhan
By Richard Pagliaro | Monday, October 5, 2026Photo credit: Rob Newell/CameraSport Elena Rybakina’s Asian swing may be a short stay. New world No. 1 Rybakina withdrew from this month’s Wuhan …
Andreeva: Home Is A Mirage, Chess Is A Remedy
For all that Mirra Andreeva has gained during a remarkable 2026 season, there are things she has had to give up along the way. Par for the course, and a …
Osaka: Every Match is a Gift
Naomi Osaka’s 2026 season can be measured in wins, rankings and newfound success at the majors, but the most encouraging development may be one that doesn’t show up on the …