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"It's not as if there was a 6-0, 6-0": Sabalenka responds to critics of the Battle of the Sexes

28/12/2025 22:11 - Jules Hypolite

At the press conference, the world number one defended her level of play, the spectacle offered, and the positive impact of the event, believing that the match had primarily helped put tennis in the s...

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Sabalenka after her defeat against Kyrgios: "Playing against a man is completely different"

28/12/2025 21:27 - Jules Hypolite

Facing a nervous yet inspired Kyrgios, Aryna Sabalenka stood her ground with panache. The Belarusian recounts the unique sensations of this duel and suggests that a rematch could change everything.

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Sabalenka after her defeat against Kyrgios:

Kyrgios impressed: "The gap with some female players is getting smaller and smaller" after his victory over Sabalenka

28/12/2025 20:21 - Jules Hypolite

Nick Kyrgios won the famous "Battle of the Sexes," but his post-match words speak volumes: Sabalenka pushed him to his limits, revealing a level of play that challenges the clichés of modern tennis.

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Steve Darcis on his feat against Nadal at Wimbledon: "During the warm-up, he was hitting the ball with enormous power"

28/12/2025 18:52 - Jules Hypolite

He thought he would go home in the first round… but pulled off one of the most surprising victories in tennis history. Steve Darcis looks back on his win against Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon 2013, betwee...

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Steve Darcis on his feat against Nadal at Wimbledon:

Battle of the Sexes: Kyrgios Wins in Two Sets Against Sabalenka

28/12/2025 17:47 - Jules Hypolite

Despite a court widened in her favor, the world number one lost in two sets (6-3, 6-3) to the Australian in the 2025 Battle of the Sexes.

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Battle of the Sexes: Kyrgios Wins in Two Sets Against Sabalenka

Sinner, the response with results: "He deserves a statue," praises Binaghi

28/12/2025 17:14 - Jules Hypolite

Despite a three-month suspension, Jannik Sinner responded in the best possible way in 2025. A trajectory praised by Angelo Binaghi, president of the Italian Tennis Federation.

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Darderi Aims for the World Top 10: "Italy Can Dominate Tennis for Ten Years"

28/12/2025 14:06 - Clément Gehl

At 22 years old, Luciano Darderi reaches a milestone: after reaching the 26th spot in the world, the Italian now dreams of the Top 10. Despite a difficult end to the season, he displays intact confide...

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Osaka shines ahead of the United Cup: "I feel like I'm improving every year"

28/12/2025 13:32 - Clément Gehl

After a solid 2025 season concluded at 16th place in the world, Naomi Osaka is preparing to take on a new challenge: the United Cup. The Japanese player, enthusiastic and confident, promises an even s...

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Fan Week in tennis: the US Open’s revolution and Wimbledon’s tradition, a rapidly expanding phenomenon

28/12/2025 12:59 - Adrien Guyot

The term Fan Week is increasingly popular in sports. Aimed at energizing tennis and making it attractive in everyone’s eyes, this event—now indispensable at certain major tournaments—is enjoying growi...

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Fan Week in tennis: the US Open’s revolution and Wimbledon’s tradition, a rapidly expanding phenomenon

Rune, injured but stronger than ever: "I have not the slightest doubt"

28/12/2025 12:51 - Clément Gehl

Affected by an Achilles tendon injury, Holger Rune refuses to be discouraged. The Dane, more determined than ever, is turning his recovery into a true life lesson and promises a stronger comeback, dri...

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Andreeva opens up: "I want to be a player who is remembered, in the image of Rafa"

28/12/2025 12:09 - Clément Gehl

Defeated at Roland-Garros by the revelation Loïs Boisson, Mirra Andreeva does not lose her inner fire. In a sincere interview, she discusses her dream of making history in tennis while remaining true ...

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When qualifying becomes a show: the transformation of Opening Week in Melbourne and Paris

28/12/2025 11:59 - Clément Gehl

Long regarded as a simple appetizer before the main show, qualifying week has now established itself as an event in its own right. Between raw emotions, spectacular innovations, and record attendance,...

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When qualifying becomes a show: the transformation of Opening Week in Melbourne and Paris

"That's the reason why I love tennis," Roddick admiring of Bublik's progress

28/12/2025 10:33 - Adrien Guyot

Alexander Bublik electrified the ATP Tour in 2025. Four trophies, prestigious victories, and an irresistible rise in the rankings: Andy Roddick analyzes the metamorphosis of a talent as unpredictable ...

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Roddick on Rune's Injury: "If He Fully Recovers, He Still Has Ten Years Ahead of Him"

28/12/2025 09:27 - Adrien Guyot

At 22 years old, Holger Rune is facing the toughest challenge of his young career. But his rapid rehabilitation and steely mentality are earning admiration: Andy Roddick praises a fighter ready to do ...

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The president of the Russian Tennis Federation still believes in Medvedev in Grand Slams: "He is quite capable of going all the way"

28/12/2025 08:32 - Adrien Guyot

A season to forget, three first-round defeats, a coaching change... and yet, Medvedev has not said his last word. According to the president of the Russian Federation, the champion still has the weapo...

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The president of the Russian Tennis Federation still believes in Medvedev in Grand Slams:

"I'm eager to see how it will go," says Ferro, who will participate in the Australian Open qualifiers

28/12/2025 08:02 - Adrien Guyot

Injured, operated on, then relaunched: Fiona Ferro has weathered the storm. Today, she says she is ready to play without fear and challenge the best again, with one motto: enjoy.

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Sabalenka launches her 2026 season: "Every year is a new challenge"

28/12/2025 07:37 - Adrien Guyot

Aryna Sabalenka has never seemed so at peace with her status as world number 1. In Dubai, the Belarusian champion reveals how she has transformed pressure into a driving force.

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"We need more events like this," assures Kyrgios before the Battle of the Sexes

28/12/2025 07:22 - Adrien Guyot

Under the Dubai sun, a match like no other is on the horizon. Between provocation, respect, and a shared vision, Kyrgios and Sabalenka want to prove that tennis can still surprise – and bring people t...

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Before the Australian Open, Bertolucci makes his call: "Hard to imagine a third man inserting himself between Sinner and Alcaraz"

27/12/2025 22:16 - Jules Hypolite

One month before the start of the Australian Open, Paolo Bertolucci delivers his verdict: for the former Italian player, Sinner and Alcaraz already dominate the season even before it begins.

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Before the Australian Open, Bertolucci makes his call:

Change of Nationality: Elina Avanesyan Ordered to Compensate the Russian Federation

27/12/2025 21:37 - Jules Hypolite

Just days before the start of the 2026 season, Elina Avanesyan sees her ambitions hampered by a decision as surprising as it is costly.

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Change of Nationality: Elina Avanesyan Ordered to Compensate the Russian Federation

ATP 500, number of tournaments counted... What the ATP will change in the ranking calculation starting in 2026

27/12/2025 20:53 - Jules Hypolite

Starting in 2026, the ATP will adjust the rules regarding the ranking, including the number of tournaments counted and obligations related to ATP 500 events.

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ATP 500, number of tournaments counted... What the ATP will change in the ranking calculation starting in 2026

Pizzorno, Paolini's new coach: "The next four years will be decisive for her"

27/12/2025 19:23 - Jules Hypolite

At 29, Jasmine Paolini no longer wants to settle for flashes of brilliance. Surrounded by a new ambitious team, she is preparing for a methodical rise, with one watchword: consistency.

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"An ideal team that breaks apart": Kuznetsova's perspective on the Ferrero-Alcaraz split

27/12/2025 18:27 - Jules Hypolite

In a lengthy message published on her Telegram channel, Svetlana Kuznetsova reflects on the interview given by Juan Carlos Ferrero following his separation from Carlos Alcaraz.

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From a fight for equality to a media spectacle: the history of the “Battle of the Sexes”

27/12/2025 17:01 - Jules Hypolite

In 1973, Billie Jean King did far more than beat Bobby Riggs: she toppled a symbol. Five decades later, the “Battle of the Sexes” is reborn between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios, but this time, the...

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From a fight for equality to a media spectacle: the history of the “Battle of the Sexes”

United Cup: British team reshuffled after Draper's withdrawal

27/12/2025 16:20 - Jules Hypolite

Just days before the start of the mixed competition, Great Britain has officially announced several changes within a team now deprived of its number one player.

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United Cup: British team reshuffled after Draper's withdrawal

"They dominate too much": Mouratoglou dreams of a third man to shake up Alcaraz and Sinner

27/12/2025 15:44 - Jules Hypolite

While Alcaraz and Sinner establish themselves as the undisputed masters of the tour, Patrick Mouratoglou shares his dream: to see a new talent emerge capable of transforming this duel into a three-way...

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"It's not the right time for that": Nadal speaks on a possible entry into politics

27/12/2025 15:12 - Jules Hypolite

Rafael Nadal, questioned about his possible conversion to politics, surprised with the wisdom of his response.

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"Absolutely stupid": Alizé Cornet criticizes the Battle of the Sexes between Sabalenka and Kyrgios

27/12/2025 14:31 - Jules Hypolite

On the eve of the clash between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios in Dubai, Alizé Cornet denounces an "absurd" exhibition that, according to her, harms the image of women's tennis.

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"My body no longer responded": Nadal explains his decline against Djokovic on hard courts

27/12/2025 14:12 - Jules Hypolite

In a sincere interview, the Spaniard discusses fatigue, physical limits, and tactical adjustments that were not enough to counter the Serb on hard courts.

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"They filed down a piece of bone": Fiona Ferro recounts her ordeal after her wrist injury

27/12/2025 13:37 - Arthur Millot

Plagued by an endless injury to her left wrist, having fallen beyond 350th in the world rankings, Fiona Ferro nonetheless never gave up, as she states in an interview with L’Équipe.

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