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• Iga Swiatek shuts down claim she'll think about 2025 United Cup loss to Coco Gauff

  09-01-2026 23:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Iga Swiatek insists losing to Coco Gauff 12 months ago isn't giving her any headache ahead of their United Cup rematch.In January 2025, Poland and the United States met in the United Cup final.Swiatek, who won her opening four matches at the mixed team event last year, didn't perform well in the final as Gauff clinched a 6-4 6-4 win. Since Taylor Fritz also defeated Hubert Hurkacz, the American team ended up lifting the title.Fast forward to January 2026, Poland and the United States are set to
  
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• Brooks Koepka’s struggles in LIV Golf highlighted by Rick Shiels

  09-01-2026 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  As he has shown for years, Brooks Koepka is one of the best golfers in the world, but his performance in LIV Golf does not inspire optimism.Fans are especially concerned about his 2025 season and the fact that he missed the cut in 3 out of 4 major tournaments.Performances at LIV Golf were not impressive last season, and such scenarios of separation between him and LIV Golf were mentioned week after week.Ultimately, the 35-year-old golfer left the controversial league and wants to devote himself
  
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• Karolina Muchova addresses her strong record vs Aryna Sabalenka ahead of Brisbane SF

  09-01-2026 22:05 via tennisworldusa.org
  Karolina Muchova may have a very strong head-to-head against Aryna Sabalenka, but insists it doesn't mean much ahead of their Brisbane semifinal matchup.On Friday, the 11th-seeded Czech pulled off an upset after beating Elena Rybakina 6-2 2-6 6-4 and ending the Kazakh's 13-match winning streak.As a reward, Muchova will get a crack at another big time player on Saturday when she meets Sabalenka, who is the defending Brisbane champion. Heading into the match, the 29-year-old owns a 3-1 head-t
  
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• ATP ace Alex de Minaur has spotted his huge mistake in recent years

  09-01-2026 21:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Alex de Minaur tries to add new solutions to his game every year and his attitude on and off the pitch is admirable.The Australian ace does not have the power of players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz but – unlike other players – he has not given up on the idea of having a secondary role on the ATP tour and has never hidden that he dreams of winning a Grand Slam title one day.He has never defeated either Jannik or Carlitos, but he continues to work harder than ever together wi
  
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• Why Carlos Alcaraz's camp sees only continuity ahead - No Ferrero, no problem

  09-01-2026 21:06 via tennisworldusa.org
  Much of the tennis world has questioned how Carlos Alcaraz will respond without Juan Carlos Ferrero in his coaching box.Former world no. 12 Paolo Bertolucci sees little reason for concern, believing his trajectory will remain unchanged. AlCARAZ : “I appreciate the criticism and different opinions, but people shouldn’t forget that I’ve made it here by being who I am.” 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️ pic.twitter.com/phWQRsQ55M&mdash
  
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• Dominic Thiem warns about a serious problem on the ATP Tour

  09-01-2026 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Tennis is a sport that transforms from year to year and is expected to experience even greater changes in the coming years. Tennis fans, of course, are not all happy with these changes, and they have previously expressed their opinion through social media, as well as publicly. Alexander Zverev sparked controversy last year when he pointed out that the ATP is slowing down the courts to benefit Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.These comments were confirmed by Roger Federer, and now, a fe
  
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• ITF to review wildcard entries after viral performance

  09-01-2026 20:50 via bbc.com
  The International Tennis Federation says it will review its procedures for awarding wildcards after a female player's "unacceptable" performance went viral on social media.
  
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• Top commentator discusses the exhibition between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

  09-01-2026 20:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will start their 2026 by playing an exhibition match in Seoul tomorrow.Both have not played official matches in the new season so far and will not participate in tournaments before the Australian Open, which kicks off on Sunday 18 January at Melbourne Park. Their goal is to be at the top of their shape for the start of the first Major of the year, which is why they will not want to reveal their 'secrets' during the clash scheduled for tomorrow.The Italian and the
  
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• Ian Baker-Finch says golf ball rollback is too little, too late

  09-01-2026 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  The world of golf is subject to a lot of change, and the planned golf ball rollback are always a topic of public discussion. The proposal has been talked about for several years, and prominent figures in the sport seem to have mixed feelings about the rollback golf balls. Long-time golf commentator Ian Baker-Finch commented on the changes, believing that the rollback should have come much earlier. He hoped that the governing bodies would reduce the distance of the ball by 10%.Baker-Finch em
  
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• Top coach compares Jannik Sinner to three ATP legends

  09-01-2026 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner wants to shine in 2026 and has been working hard during the off-season together with his entire team.Darren Cahill has decided to stay by his side for another year, although he is destined to travel less than in previous seasons. According to some experts and insiders, the 24-year-old Italian dreams of completing the 'Calendar Grand Slam' and needs all the pieces of the puzzle to be in place to achieve this titanic undertaking.The world number 2 will not participate in any official
  
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• Rod Laver: This ATP teen could do a lot of damage in 2026

  09-01-2026 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  There have been a lot of changes in the world of tennis lately and there are a lot of talented tennis players that it is good to pay attention to. Experts and analysts follow the situation on the tennis scene from season to season, hoping that someone can create problems for Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. From 2026, it is expected that the Spaniard and the Italian will lead the way, just like in the previous seasons, and experts ask the question whether a young talent will appear th
  
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• Kai Trump undergoes wrist surgery to start 2026 season

  09-01-2026 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Kai Trump, the granddaughter of the current US President Donald Trump and a young golfer, shared an important piece of news with her fans. The 18-year-old revealed via social media that she underwent surgery after damage to her left wrist. The goal of the operation was the treatment of an injury to the key stabilizing tissue around the ECU tendon, as well as problems with the triangular fibrocartilage complex.The young golfer pointed out via social media that the operation was successf
  
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• Former ATP ace analyzes Carlos Alcaraz's chances at 2026 Australian Open

  09-01-2026 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz will face Jannik Sinner in an exhibition match scheduled in Seoul (South Korea) tomorrow.Although it is a match that has no official value, there is always huge anticipation when the top two players in the world face each other. Both will use this clash to recover rhythm after several weeks of break and refine their preparation for the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the new season, which begins on Sunday 18 January at Melbourne Park.Although he is only 24 years old, the
  
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• Daniil Medvedev turns the tables in Brisbane, tops Kamil Majchrzak

  09-01-2026 17:33 via tennisworldusa.org
  Daniil Medvedev is through to the last four in Brisbane following a 6-7, 6-3, 6-2 victory over Kamil Majchrzak. The Russian turned the tables after the opening set and dominated the second and third to emerge at the top.Moving through 💪@DaniilMedwed gets past the Majchrzak test coming through 6-7 6-3 6-2 to make the Brisbane semi-finals!#BrisbaneTennis pic.twitter.com/oMPjXi1Y2r— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) January 9, 2026Daniil claimed 17 points more than his rival and attacked, fi
  
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• Lorenzo Musetti breaks silence after reaching the semi-finals in Hong Kong

  09-01-2026 17:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Lorenzo Musetti reached his first semifinal in 2026, meeting his prediction in the Hong Kong ATP 250.After struggling more than expected against Argentine ace Tomas Martin Etcheverry on his debut, the Italian star raised his level against local idol Coleman Wong in the quarter-finals and avoided wasting too much energy.He had a drop only at the beginning of the second set suffering a break, but it didn't take him long to recover concentration and closed the match without risk.The talent from Car
  
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• Brandel Chamblee slams LIV Golf: It’s not a competition, it’s an exhibition

  09-01-2026 17:15 via tennisworldusa.org
  LIV Golf is trying to get OWGR points, but it seems that they will have many trials along the way and will have a really hard time succeeding in their plan. It's been a long time since the leaders of LIV Golf have been trying to create a tour that will be the most powerful in the world of golf and that will spoil the plans of the PGA Tour. Judging by the ratings so far, it seems that they have not succeeded in their plan, but this does not stifle their ambitions, but even, what's more,
  
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• Aryna Sabalenka on her mindset after beating Madison Keys: I never stay in the past

  09-01-2026 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  To become a tennis star, sometimes it is necessary to forget the past and focus exclusively on the future. Aryna Sabalenka had many challenges last year, but she managed to maintain her status as the world No. 1, showing that she is really dominant and that it is difficult to be distracted from that path. The Belarusian tennis player started the new season strongly with a victory over Madison Keys in Brisbane. This will serve as a great prelude to the Australian Open, where she lost to
  
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• Thiem: If I’m really honest, I wouldn’t suggest switching to a one-handed backhand

  09-01-2026 16:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Tennis is a sport that changes and evolves from year to year, and it is necessary for tennis players to adapt to the new era and new conditions.For older players, it is certainly much more difficult than for younger players, while younger players always have time and space to modify some things in their game and thus progress.Many tennis players have made their mark in the history of this sport, and Dominic Thiem was one of the most impressive characters. In the era of the "Big Three", he m
  
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• Why coaching Novak Djokovic never slept - Boris Becker anecdote

  09-01-2026 15:39 via tennisworldusa.org
  Andrea Petkovic offered a revealing glimpse into the intensity that defined Novak Djokovic's partnership with Boris Becker.They worked together between 2014 and 2016, with the German leading the Serb during his career-best season.Former World No. 1 & 6 times Grand Slam Champion Boris Becker tells what makes #Djokovic unique in his defense in Tennis: pic.twitter.com/D9MFyqA13L— ميرو النوليستا ²⁴
  
  
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• Sabalenka reveals what she focused on during the off-season before Australian Open

  09-01-2026 15:03 via tennisworldusa.org
  Aryna Sabalenka has a serious ambition when it comes to the 2026 season, and fans expect her to maintain her status as the best female tennis player in the world. Although she was dominant in a large number of tournaments last year, it looked as if Aryna Sabalenka could do much more, considering that she won only one Grand Slam.The popular tennis player will now play in the semifinals of the tournament in Brisbane after defeating Madison Keys. When asked about the off-season and what s
  
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• Alex de Minaur edges Hubert Hurkacz, keeps Australia alive

  09-01-2026 12:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Alex de Minaur thrilled the home crowd in Sydney with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 triumph over Hubert Hurkacz.Thus, the Aussie kept his country alive in the United Cup quarter-final, with the deciding mixed doubles to determine the last semi-finalist.WOW 🤯Alex de Minaur turns it around to send this quarterfinal down to the wire. pic.twitter.com/lrIUhZIs8T— United Cup (@UnitedCupTennis) January 9, 2026Alex claimed seven points more and prevailed in the pivotal moments. The home hero denied ten
  
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• Sabalenka flips script, ousts Keys in straight sets

  09-01-2026 12:47 via espn.com
  Aryna Sabalenka flipped the outcome with a straight-sets win over Madison Keys at the Brisbane International in a rematch of 2025 Australian Open finalists.
  
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• Gritty Svitolina faces U.S. teen in Auckland semis

  09-01-2026 12:32 via espn.com
  Top-seeded Elina Svitolina produced another gritty performance to beat Sonay Kartal in three sets and reach the semifinals of the WTA Tour stop in Auckland, where she will face American Iva Jovic.
  
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• Brisbane: Mirra Andreeva upset in QF, while Jessica Pegula wins after erasing deficit

  09-01-2026 12:24 via tennisworldusa.org
  Mirra Andreeva picked up a surprise defeat in the Brisbane quarterfinal, while Jessica Pegula didn't allow any upsets in her match and reached the semifinal.The Russian, who was seeded at No. 6, lost 6-7 (7) 3-6 to No. 16 seed Marta Kostyuk in their first-ever meeting.In the first set, Andreeva recovered from a 3-5 deficit to force a tie-break, but failed to step up when needed the most in the tie-break as the Ukrainian won the opening set that lasted an hour and nine minutes. Andreeva boun
  
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• Wawrinka handed Australian Open wildcard in final season

  09-01-2026 12:23 via bbc.com
  Stan Wawrinka receives an Australian Open wildcard as he begins the final season of his career, but Australian Nick Kyrgios misses out.
  
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• Stan Wawrinka receives Australian Open WC - One last Melbourne dance

  09-01-2026 11:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Stan Wawrinka will enjoy one final ride at the Australian Open at 40 after receiving a wild card.Two decades after debuting in Melbourne, the 2014 champion will embrace another campaign Down Under.One last dance. We can’t wait to see you soon, @stanwawrinka 💙 pic.twitter.com/WIeUCIW5rG— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 9, 2026The veteran is ending his career this season after nearly 25 years on the professional circuit. Stan competes for Switzerland at the United Cup, scori
  
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• Aryna Sabalenka hilariously responds to 164-word question in Brisbane

  09-01-2026 10:56 via tennisworldusa.org
  Aryna Sabalenka received a 164-word question during her Brisbane post-match press conference and that led to a hilarious reaction from the world No. 1.On Friday, the defending Brisbane champion handled the business as well as possible, routing Madison Keys 6-3 6-3 to reach the semifinal.After Sabalenka entered the press room, one reporter was curious to know how she was feeling about the matches played so far and what she was actually seeking going into the Australian Open. Question© S
  
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• Sabalenka beats Keys to reach Brisbane semi-final

  09-01-2026 10:26 via bbc.com
  World number one Aryna Sabalenka continues her Australian Open preparations by beating Madison Keys to reach the Brisbane semi-finals.
  
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• Auckland: Elina Svitolina pulls off crazy third-set comeback to reach semifinal

  09-01-2026 09:07 via tennisworldusa.org
  Elina Svitolina is through to the Auckland semifinal after delivering some heroics and creating a huge third-set comeback to beat Sonay Kartal 6-4 6-7 (2) 7-6 (5).The Ukrainian, who is the tournament's top seed, took the opening set of the match but played poorly in the second-set tie-break as the British world No. 68 managed to force a decider.After failing to get the job done in two sets, Svitolina struggled at the start of the third set and found herself trailing 2-4 and facing two consecutiv
  
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• United Cup: Iga Swiatek thrashes rising star in just 57 minutes

  09-01-2026 08:51 via tennisworldusa.org
  Iga Swiatek was all business in her singles match at the United Cup as the world No. 2 annihilated Maya Joint 6-1 6-1 in just 57 minutes of play.In the opening match of the Poland and Australia quarterfinal tie, world No. 32 Joint routinely served out the first game of the match. Then, the Pole turned her engines and took the next six games to bag the first set.After losing seven games in a row, Joint managed to end Swiatek's run by saving three consecutive break points and tying the second set
  
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• Brisbane: Elena Rybakina's winning streak ends, Aryna Sabalenka showdown is off

  09-01-2026 08:38 via tennisworldusa.org
  A highly-anticipated Brisbane semifinal meeting between Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka won't be happening after the Kazakh picked up a 2-6 6-2 4-6 loss to Karolina Muchova.Riding an 13-match winning streak, the fifth-seeded Kazakh lost her serve twice in the first set, but bounced back by breaking Muchova twice in the second set. After routinely taking the second set, Rybakina also started the decider with a 2-0 lead. But then, the 2022 Wimbledon champion's level suddenly dropped as Muc
  
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• Kartal misses huge chance to beat top seed Svitolina and reach Auckland semis

  09-01-2026 07:34 via skysports.com
  
  Britain's Sonay Kartal missed out on a huge chance to knock out top seed Elina Svitolina and reach the semi-finals of the ASB Classic, eventually losing 6-4 6-7 (2) 7-6 (5).
  
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• Alex Eala progresses to ASB Classic semifinals

  09-01-2026 07:19 via espn.com
  Philippines tennis star Alex Eala defeated Magda Linette 6-3, 6-2 in the WTA Tour ASB Classic quarterfinals in Auckland, New Zealand on Friday.
  
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• Aryna Sabalenka has hilarious response to 'angry face' question in Brisbane

  09-01-2026 06:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Aryna Sabalenka joked that she was "born with an angry face" before getting serious and admitting that she felt frustrated early on against Sorana Cirstea in Brisbane.On Tuesday, the top-seeded Belarusian launched her Brisbane title defense with a dominant 6-0 6-1 win over Cristina Bucsa.Two days later, Sabalenka started off by breaking Cirstea in the very first game of the match, but got broken back instantly. Then, the Belarusian also missed out on a break point in the third game.The four-time
  
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• Jon Rahm reveals his pick for 2027 Ryder Cup captain if Luke Donald steps down

  09-01-2026 06:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Months after the last Ryder Cup, Betphage Black is still being talked about, and fans and experts have already started talking about the next edition, which will take place in Europe in two years. The Americans have a serious desire for revenge after their disappointing performances in the last two editions, but the question of who will be their captain still remains open.On the other hand, the same questions are being asked about the European team, because it is not known whether Luke Dona
  
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• 'Strict WTA rules' preventing Aryna Sabalenka from pulling off a Serena Williams move

  09-01-2026 04:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Aryna Sabalenka suggests she would gladly pull off a Serena Williams and step away from a couple of tournaments, but cannot do that because the rules are much stricter now. On Thursday, the top-ranked WTA star played her second match of the new season in Brisbane and registered a 6-3 6-3 win over Sorana Cirstea to reach the quarterfinal.In her post-match press conference, the Belarusian - who spent the entire 2025 ranked at No. 1 - was asked if playing the long year was her mindset or if sh
  
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• Mirra Andreeva tells Emerson Jones, 17, how to deal with Ashleigh Barty comparisons

  09-01-2026 03:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Mirra Andreeva thinks Emerson Jones should ignore the Ashleigh Barty and Maria Sharapova comparisons, and instead only focus on her own path.Jones, who celebrated her 17th birthday in July, is one of the promising and talented young Australian players. Exactly 12 months, the rising Australian star clinched her maiden WTA main draw win after beating world No. 57 Wang Xinyu in Adelaide. The teenager also competed well against Daria Kasatkina before falling short to the eight-time WTA champion
  
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• Women's TGL, high-tech indoor era is born

  09-01-2026 03:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Golf is accelerating toward the future, finally including the women's movement.The launch of the Women's TGL (WTGL) has been officially announced, the women's version of the high-tech indoor league created by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, poised to revolutionize the way the sport is experienced and talked about. It is scheduled to begin in the winter of 2026-2027.Following the debut of the men's TGL, which attracted media attention and new audiences thanks to an innovative, fast-paced, and spect
  
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• Anthony Kim aims for comeback after losing LIV Golf spot

  09-01-2026 03:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  American golfer Anthony Kim has lost his place in this controversial league, but he hopes to return and play at the highest level. The 40-year-old will feature at the Promotions event in Florida, where three players will earn exemptions for the league.Although many expect that Kim is somewhat bitter and frustrated by the relegation, the experienced golfer points out that he is primarily satisfied that he has overcome depression and addiction.In an interview with the media, he revealed that he wa
  
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• Five sets a 'different beast': Kyrgios makes AO call

  09-01-2026 02:23 via espn.com
  Nick Kyrgios has conceded he's not up to playing singles at the Australian Open, ruling himself out of a likely wildcard.
  
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• Stan Wawrinka reveals interesting detail in latest Australian Open wildcard update

  09-01-2026 02:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Stan Wawrinka reveals he has been keeping in touch with Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley, but suggests that he doesn't have any assurance that he will get a much-desired wildcard.The 40-year-old Swiss, who is playing his last season in pro tennis, was far from making the main draw cut for the Happy Slam with his ranking of No. 156 in the world.So far, the Australian Open organizers have handed out five of eight wildcards for men's singles. 2014 Australian Open champion Wawrinka wa
  
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• Nick Kyrgios passes on Australian Open singles, targets full return in 2027

  09-01-2026 01:22 via tennisworldusa.org
  Nick Kyrgios has decided not to compete in singles at the upcoming Australian Open. The crowd favorite opted to to step aside after assessing his current physical condition. "I've gone down like a sack of potatoes. Go on without me!"Nick being Nick Kyrgios in practice 😂 pic.twitter.com/kPWScTyyuK— Brisbane International (@BrisbaneTennis) January 4, 2026Nick played only five matches in 2025 before wrapping up th season in March. He made a return in Brisbane this week
  
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• Coco Gauff issues confident statement ahead of likely Iga Swiatek clash at United Cup

  09-01-2026 01:05 via tennisworldusa.org
  Coco Gauff says she is "looking forward" to possibly clashing Iga Swiatek at the United Cup as the American tennis star is eager to deliver a big-time performance.On Wednesday, the United States defeated Greece in Perth to progress into the United Cup semifinal. The American team will now travel to Sydney for the knockout stage.When the American team arrives in Sydney, the Swiatek-led Poland will take on home side Australia in the quarterfinal. The winner of the tie will meet the Americans on Sa
  
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• Jon Rahm: “All of this was part of the plan” for LIV Golf

  09-01-2026 01:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  LIV Golf leaders are ready to resort to making changes in order to improve their product and make it much more powerful than before.After years of trying to establish themselves as a leading league, it seems that this year they have decided take decisive actions to strengthen themselves.Jon Rahm, an important figure in LIV Golf, has revealed that the controversial league will double the number of players being relegated from the league. In an interview with GOLF's Subpar with GOLF's Subpar,
  
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• Kyrgios not ready to play singles at Australian Open

  09-01-2026 00:53 via skysports.com
  
  Nick Kyrgios admits he is not ready to play singles at the Australian Open and will instead focus on the doubles event alongside his partner Thanasi Kokkinakis.
  
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas turns the page with confidence-boosting win over Fritz

  09-01-2026 00:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Stefanos Tsitsipas produced one of his most encouraging performances in months at the United Cup.The Greek bested Taylor Fritz 6-4, 7-5 for his first top-10 victory since April 2024!Stefanos Tsitsipas derrotó a Taylor Fritz por 6-4 y 7-5 en la United Cup.Es su primera victoria frente a un Top 10 en ¡632 días! 🤯pic.twitter.com/1rxNqrgOEw— Tiempo De Tenis (@Tiempodetenis1) January 7, 2026The former Major finalist looked composed from start to finish. He executed a
  
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• PGA of America, Derek Sprague resigns

  09-01-2026 00:12 via tennisworldusa.org
  The unequivocal fact is that global professional golf continues to be shaken by upheavals, more or less severe, and this time we're talking about a major one.A little over a year after taking office (his predecessor, Seth Waugh, left the post in the second half of 2024, editor's note), Derek Sprague has communicated his resignation to the association's leadership.The outgoing CEO will continue to perform his duties until his successor is appointed (which will take place in the coming weeks, acco
  
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