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Brady ultimately withdraws from Australian Open: former Melbourne finalist forfeits qualifying

03/01/2026 12:15 - Adrien Guyot

Announced for a highly anticipated return to Melbourne thanks to her protected ranking, Jennifer Brady has ultimately decided not to compete in the Australian Open qualifying.

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Brady ultimately withdraws from Australian Open: former Melbourne finalist forfeits qualifying

United Cup: China stages a comeback to defeat Belgium in a match full of twists in Sydney

03/01/2026 11:43 - Adrien Guyot

Led, comeback, then victorious: China pulls off an incredible turnaround against Belgium in Sydney as part of the United Cup 2026.

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United Cup: China stages a comeback to defeat Belgium in a match full of twists in Sydney

Venus Williams to play doubles with Svitolina in Auckland

03/01/2026 11:18 - Adrien Guyot

She never stops. Venus Williams, 45, returns to the circuit with a wild card and a top-choice partner for doubles in Auckland, in the person of Elina Svitolina.

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Venus Williams to play doubles with Svitolina in Auckland

Moutet withdraws from a second tournament in 2026: The Frenchman pulls out of Adelaide

03/01/2026 11:08 - Adrien Guyot

The 26-year-old Frenchman further delays his return to competition. After Brisbane, he skips Adelaide, casting doubt on his participation in the Australian Open.

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Moutet withdraws from a second tournament in 2026: The Frenchman pulls out of Adelaide

ATP 250 Brisbane: Three Frenchmen out of Five Qualify for the Second Round of Qualifiers

03/01/2026 10:54 - Adrien Guyot

In Brisbane, the French contingent experienced a mixed day: three qualifications for Atmane, Halys and Cazaux, but also two bitter defeats for Gaston and Bonzi.

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ATP 250 Brisbane: Three Frenchmen out of Five Qualify for the Second Round of Qualifiers

Mouratoglou responds to Tsonga: « I'm not sure you would have beaten Draper, Rune, De Minaur, Fritz, Shelton, and Auger-Aliassime regularly »

03/01/2026 10:14 - Adrien Guyot

After Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's comments comparing Alcaraz and Sinner to the Big 3 era, French coach Patrick Mouratoglou defended the current circuit level.

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Mouratoglou responds to Tsonga: « I'm not sure you would have beaten Draper, Rune, De Minaur, Fritz, Shelton, and Auger-Aliassime regularly »

Brisbane ATP 250 Draw: Medvedev and Kyrgios Confirmed, Early Shocks for Mpetshi Perricard and Humbert

03/01/2026 09:35 - Adrien Guyot

The ATP circuit regains its color in Australia. In Brisbane, Daniil Medvedev will lead the way, while Nick Kyrgios makes a highly anticipated return after a long absence.

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Brisbane ATP 250 Draw: Medvedev and Kyrgios Confirmed, Early Shocks for Mpetshi Perricard and Humbert

“I don’t want to be that player who prevents young people from seizing their chance,” Kyrgios says regarding a wild card for the Australian Open

03/01/2026 09:16 - Adrien Guyot

A few days before the Australian Open, Nick Kyrgios has made his choice. The Australian has announced that he does not want to take a wild card for the first Major of the year.

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“I don’t want to be that player who prevents young people from seizing their chance,” Kyrgios says regarding a wild card for the Australian Open

A New Coach to Get Back on Track: Boulter Hires Sharapova's Former Coach

03/01/2026 08:55 - Adrien Guyot

The World No. 106 No Longer Wants to Look Back. With Michael Joyce by Her Side, Katie Boulter Aims High and Owns Her Ambitions: To Become a Top 20 Player Again.

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A New Coach to Get Back on Track: Boulter Hires Sharapova's Former Coach

Hong Kong ATP 250 Draw: Musetti, Bublik and Rublev Present, Defending Champion Muller Set

03/01/2026 08:31 - Adrien Guyot

In Hong Kong, the show promises to be total. Between revenge, youth and experience, the tournament promises strong emotions from the first round.

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Hong Kong ATP 250 Draw: Musetti, Bublik and Rublev Present, Defending Champion Muller Set

WTA 250 Auckland: Mladenovic advances to second round of qualifiers, Ponchet and Monnet eliminated

03/01/2026 08:15 - Adrien Guyot

Three were dreaming of Auckland, but only one held strong. Between rebirth and disappointments, the New Zealand qualifiers delivered their share of emotions.

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WTA 250 Auckland: Mladenovic advances to second round of qualifiers, Ponchet and Monnet eliminated

United Cup: Jeanjean and Rinderknech defeated, France falls to Switzerland

03/01/2026 07:58 - Adrien Guyot

France launched its campaign at the United Cup 2026 against Switzerland, but the day turned into a nightmare.

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United Cup: Jeanjean and Rinderknech defeated, France falls to Switzerland

Swiatek Slams the Battle of the Sexes: 'We Don't Really Need to Compare Ourselves to Men's Tennis'

03/01/2026 07:38 - Adrien Guyot

With her usual calm, Iga Swiatek has dotted the i's: no need for a 'Battle of the Sexes' to prove the value of women's tennis.

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Swiatek Slams the Battle of the Sexes: 'We Don't Really Need to Compare Ourselves to Men's Tennis'

Auckland WTA 250 Draw: Gracheva Not Spared, Venus Williams to Face Linette

03/01/2026 07:19 - Adrien Guyot

The first WTA tournament of 2026 starts strong: in Auckland, Varvara Gracheva draws Elina Svitolina, the number 1 seed, right away. Meanwhile, Venus Williams, 45, is preparing for her big comeback out...

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Auckland WTA 250 Draw: Gracheva Not Spared, Venus Williams to Face Linette

Kyrgios' Fiery Retort to Rusedski: 'I Wouldn't Take Advice from Someone Who Doped'

02/01/2026 22:13 - Jules Hypolite

New Controversy from Nick Kyrgios: The Tennis Bad Boy Responded with Rare Virulence to Greg Rusedski, Accusing Him of Doping Before Mocking His Career.

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Kyrgios' Fiery Retort to Rusedski: 'I Wouldn't Take Advice from Someone Who Doped'

"A Strategic Collaboration": The United Cup, the Joint Venture of the ATP and WTA

02/01/2026 21:30 - Jules Hypolite

Born from the ashes of the ATP Cup and directly inspired by the Hopman Cup, the United Cup electrifies the tennis world at the start of each season by bringing men and women together under one flag.

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Still bothered by his back, Fils withdraws from the Australian Open

02/01/2026 20:12 - Jules Hypolite

A tough blow for French tennis at the start of the season: Arthur Fils will not compete in the Australian Open. Still a bit short physically, he preferred to withdraw to come back "at 100%".

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Still bothered by his back, Fils withdraws from the Australian Open

Osaka far from being in top physical shape: 'I'm seeing the end of it, but I'm not quite at my best yet'

02/01/2026 19:05 - Jules Hypolite

Naomi Osaka kicked off her 2026 season with a defeat, but also with sincere confidences. Between a persistent virus, disrupted preparation, and hope of regaining her best level before the Australian O...

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Osaka far from being in top physical shape: 'I'm seeing the end of it, but I'm not quite at my best yet'

Alcaraz in 2026: 4 Grand Slams and 4 possible feats

02/01/2026 18:03 - Arthur Millot

Australian Open, Roland-Garros, Wimbledon, US Open: in 2026, Carlos Alcaraz can make a big impact each time.

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Alcaraz in 2026: 4 Grand Slams and 4 possible feats

United Cup: Gauff, Wawrinka, De Minaur... an explosive second day on the program!

02/01/2026 18:02 - Jules Hypolite

Between Australia's home debut, the Rinderknech-Wawrinka clash, and the United States' first steps, the second day of the United Cup promises strong emotions.

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United Cup: Gauff, Wawrinka, De Minaur... an explosive second day on the program!

Tsitsipas Starts the 2026 Season Strongly: His Karate-Style Warm-Up Routine Stuns the United Cup!

02/01/2026 17:33 - Jules Hypolite

Stefanos Tsitsipas Didn't Just Shine with His Tennis: Even Before the First Rally, the Greek Electrifies the United Cup with a Rather Explosive Warm-Up Routine.

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Tsitsipas Starts the 2026 Season Strongly: His Karate-Style Warm-Up Routine Stuns the United Cup!

Men's Doubles at the Australian Open: Glasspool and Cash as Favorites, Rinderknech and Vacherot Dream of an Upset

02/01/2026 17:13 - Jules Hypolite

An Unexpected Duo Already Attracting All Eyes for the Australian Open Men's Doubles: What if the Surprise Came from the Cousins Rinderknech and Vacherot?

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Men's Doubles at the Australian Open: Glasspool and Cash as Favorites, Rinderknech and Vacherot Dream of an Upset

"A Record That Defies Time": Venus Williams Will Write History Again at the Australian Open

02/01/2026 16:58 - Arthur Millot

Invited by the organizers, Venus Williams will compete in her 22nd main draw at the Australian Open. An absolute record in the history of the Australian Grand Slam.

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Brisbane: Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka Team Up to Kick Off 2026!

02/01/2026 15:56 - Arthur Millot

Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka Will Compete Together in Doubles at the Brisbane Tournament in January.

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Brisbane: Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka Team Up to Kick Off 2026!

Emma Raducanu Freed: "I'm Finally Enjoying Tennis"

02/01/2026 15:31 - Arthur Millot

Emma Raducanu No Longer Advances with the Weight of the Past. At the Start of 2026, the Briton Displays New Serenity.

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Video – Sinner Resumes Training with a Young Italian Tennis Prospect!

02/01/2026 15:13 - Arthur Millot

This Friday morning, at the Monte-Carlo Country Club, Jannik Sinner resumed training with one of his promising young compatriots.

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Video – Sinner Resumes Training with a Young Italian Tennis Prospect!

Video – Carlos Alcaraz's First 2026 Training Session!

02/01/2026 14:23 - Arthur Millot

The year 2026 has just begun and Carlos Alcaraz continues his intensive preparation ahead of the Australian Open.

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Video – Carlos Alcaraz's First 2026 Training Session!

Sinner in January, Melbourne, Miami: Alcaraz's explosive schedule for early 2026

02/01/2026 13:42 - Arthur Millot

Carlos Alcaraz will have a loaded first three months in terms of stakes, with the Australian Open, Indian Wells, and Miami notably.

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Sinner in January, Melbourne, Miami: Alcaraz's explosive schedule for early 2026

Long-term absence due to injury, Fils could soon benefit from a protected ranking

02/01/2026 13:37 - Adrien Guyot

Since his injury at Roland-Garros, Arthur Fils has been going through a real ordeal. Despite months of hard work, his back is still causing him pain. His prolonged absence could now force him to resor...

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