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US Open: Alcaraz Takes Over as Favorite After Sinner's Withdrawal

Tiafoe on Fire: Six Wins in Seven vs Top 20 Ahead of US Open

22/08/2026 08:56 - Arthur Millot

Jannik Sinner's withdrawal has reshuffled the cards before the US Open. Carlos Alcaraz is now the favorite with leading bookmakers, ahead of Alexander Zverev, Novak Djokovic, and Ben Shelton.

Kouamé Falls in 3h19 Epic at Cancún Quarterfinals, Next Up: US Open Qualifying

US Open: Alcaraz Takes Over as Favorite After Sinner's Withdrawal

22/08/2026 08:42 - Arthur Millot

Moïse Kouamé's 3h19 Cancún Quarterfinal Ends in Defeat to Echargui, Despite Third-Set Break Lead

Kostyuk's Bizarre Streak: Every Player Who Beat Her Has Won the Title

Kouamé Falls in 3h19 Epic at Cancún Quarterfinals, Next Up: US Open Qualifying

22/08/2026 08:04 - Arthur Millot

Marta Kostyuk's Unlucky Streak: Every Conqueror Wins the Title – Will Gauff Be Next?

Nakashima's Breakout Summer: First Outside Top 20 to Reach Montreal and Cincinnati Semis Since 1990

Kostyuk's Bizarre Streak: Every Player Who Beat Her Has Won the Title

22/08/2026 07:53 - Arthur Millot

Brandon Nakashima's Historic Run Continues: After Reaching the Montreal Final, He Makes Cincinnati Semifinals — a First for Non-Top-20 Players Since 1990

Djokovic on Jordan: He'd Hunt for One Person Not Cheering — and It Fired Him Up

Nakashima's Breakout Summer: First Outside Top 20 to Reach Montreal and Cincinnati Semis Since 1990

22/08/2026 07:34 - Arthur Millot

Inspired by Michael Jordan's resilience, Djokovic says they share a similar gift for turning doubt into motivation — and reveals the quirky habit that drives him.

Rick Macci: Fonseca Can Reach Top 5, But Sinner & Alcaraz Still Ahead

Djokovic on Jordan: He'd Hunt for One Person Not Cheering — and It Fired Him Up

22/08/2026 07:18 - Arthur Millot

Impressed by Joao Fonseca's potential, Rick Macci says the Brazilian can quickly crack the world's top 5, but insists Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz remain a class above for now.

Coco Gauff Crushes Kostyuk 6-2, 6-2 to Storm into Cincinnati Semifinals

Rick Macci: Fonseca Can Reach Top 5, But Sinner & Alcaraz Still Ahead

22/08/2026 06:29 - Arthur Millot

World No. 4 Coco Gauff made quick work of Marta Kostyuk in the Cincinnati quarterfinals, winning 6-2, 6-2 to set up a semifinal clash with Sara Bejlek.

Nakashima and Tiafoe Stun Fritz and Musetti to Set Up All-American Cincinnati Semifinal

Coco Gauff Crushes Kostyuk 6-2, 6-2 to Storm into Cincinnati Semifinals

22/08/2026 06:16 - Arthur Millot

Brandon Nakashima and Frances Tiafoe advanced to the semifinals of the Cincinnati Masters 1000 by defeating Taylor Fritz and Lorenzo Musetti, respectively.

Arthur Fils Eyes First Masters 1000 Final: Cincinnati Semifinal Time Set vs Cobolli

Nakashima and Tiafoe Stun Fritz and Musetti to Set Up All-American Cincinnati Semifinal

21/08/2026 21:02 - Jules Hypolite

Arthur Fils will face Flavio Cobolli in the Cincinnati semifinal, with the Frenchman aiming to reach his first Masters 1000 final. Get the exact time of this clash.

Holger Rune Withdraws from US Open, Delaying Comeback After Achilles Injury

Arthur Fils Eyes First Masters 1000 Final: Cincinnati Semifinal Time Set vs Cobolli

21/08/2026 20:29 - Jules Hypolite

Holger Rune will have to wait even longer to return to the court. The Dane has decided to skip the US Open, deeming the Grand Slam too risky for his comeback.

Cincinnati: After Shocking Sabalenka, Bejlek Battles Back to Beat Keys, Reaches First WTA 1000 Semifinal

Holger Rune Withdraws from US Open, Delaying Comeback After Achilles Injury

21/08/2026 20:14 - Jules Hypolite

Sara Bejlek, fresh off her stunning win over Aryna Sabalenka, pulled off another comeback in Cincinnati: down a set and a break against Madison Keys, the world No. 35 turned the match around to secure...

Sinner Out of US Open, Alcaraz Missed Roland-Garros and Wimbledon – ATP Analyst: 'One of the Worst Seasons'

Cincinnati: After Shocking Sabalenka, Bejlek Battles Back to Beat Keys, Reaches First WTA 1000 Semifinal

21/08/2026 18:58 - Jules Hypolite

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Musetti, Draper: Injury Crisis Disrupts ATP Top Players – Analyst Gill Gross Raises the Alarm

US Open Wild Cards: Wawrinka, Dimitrov, Nishikori Battle for Final Two Spots

Sinner Out of US Open, Alcaraz Missed Roland-Garros and Wimbledon – ATP Analyst: 'One of the Worst Seasons'

21/08/2026 18:10 - Jules Hypolite

Two US Open wild cards are still up for grabs. Stan Wawrinka leads the list of candidates, but Dimitrov and Nishikori are pushing hard for the last invitation.

Alcaraz Returns to US Open After 4-Month Absence: Practice Monday, Serena Williams Doubles Rumored

US Open Wild Cards: Wawrinka, Dimitrov, Nishikori Battle for Final Two Spots

21/08/2026 17:33 - Jules Hypolite

The Spanish world No. 2 is set to resume training on Monday at Flushing Meadows and could team up with Serena Williams in mixed doubles on Tuesday, marking a highly anticipated return.

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Alcaraz Returns to US Open After 4-Month Absence: Practice Monday, Serena Williams Doubles Rumored

Sinner Out of US Open: World No. 1 Misses First Grand Slam Since 2019

21/08/2026 17:14 - Jules Hypolite

Knee injury ends Jannik Sinner's remarkable streak of Grand Slam participations.

Toni Nadal: 'He's Not an Alcaraz' – But Rafael Jodar Will Bother the Best

Sinner Out of US Open: World No. 1 Misses First Grand Slam Since 2019

21/08/2026 16:36 - Jules Hypolite

Toni Nadal weighs in on Rafael Jodar's rise: 'He's not an Alcaraz' – but he'll trouble the best.

Sinner Out, Djokovic in the Firing Line: US Open 4th Seed Battle Moves to Cincinnati

Toni Nadal: 'He's Not an Alcaraz' – But Rafael Jodar Will Bother the Best

21/08/2026 16:17 - Jules Hypolite

Jannik Sinner's withdrawal from the US Open leaves the fourth seed wide open, with Novak Djokovic threatened by Flavio Cobolli and Taylor Fritz.

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Sinner Out, Djokovic in the Firing Line: US Open 4th Seed Battle Moves to Cincinnati

Sinner Withdraws from US Open 2026 – Only Second World No. 1 to Miss It Since 1973

21/08/2026 15:21 - Arthur Millot

Jannik Sinner will not play the 2026 US Open. 27 years after Pete Sampras, the Italian becomes only the second world No. 1 to miss the New York major since the ATP rankings were created.

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Sinner Withdraws from US Open 2026 – Only Second World No. 1 to Miss It Since 1973

US Open Shake-Up: Alcaraz Confirms, Sinner Withdraws — 24 Hours That Define a Wild Season

21/08/2026 14:38 - Arthur Millot

Within just 24 hours, tennis fans saw it all: Carlos Alcaraz confirmed his US Open return, then Jannik Sinner announced his withdrawal.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Withdraws from US Open with Knee Injury

US Open Shake-Up: Alcaraz Confirms, Sinner Withdraws — 24 Hours That Define a Wild Season

21/08/2026 14:10 - Arthur Millot

US Open dealt a major blow as Jannik Sinner withdraws, needing more time to recover from knee injury.

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Withdraws from US Open with Knee Injury

Djokovic reveals the reason behind his on-court emotional outbursts: 'I had to grow up fast at 13'

21/08/2026 14:02 - Arthur Millot

What is the source of Novak Djokovic's intense reactions on a tennis court? He links it to his childhood and the difficulties that forced him to mature very quickly.

"Nothing Bad Will Happen to You": Belarusian Opposition Urges Sabalenka to Defend Political Prisoners

Djokovic reveals the reason behind his on-court emotional outbursts: 'I had to grow up fast at 13'

21/08/2026 13:40 - Arthur Millot

After Sabalenka Sidesteps Lukashenko Question, Opposition Demands She Speak Out for Political Prisoners

"Alcaraz Plays Like All Three When He Wants": Agassi Compares Spaniard to Big 3

Nothing Bad Will Happen to You: Belarusian Opposition Urges Sabalenka to Defend Political Prisoners

21/08/2026 12:45 - Arthur Millot

Andre Agassi Heaps Praise on Carlos Alcaraz, Saying the Spaniard Can Channel Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal as the Situation Demands

“He’s Torn”: Jelena Djokovic Opens Up on Novak’s Retirement Dilemma

Alcaraz Plays Like All Three When He Wants: Agassi Compares Spaniard to Big 3

21/08/2026 12:08 - Arthur Millot

Caught between prolonging his legendary career and spending more time with family, Novak Djokovic faces a tough choice. Jelena Djokovic shares his inner conflict.

'I Love M&M's': Cobolli Reveals His Surprising Energy Boost That Fueled Cincinnati Comeback

“He’s Torn”: Jelena Djokovic Opens Up on Novak’s Retirement Dilemma

21/08/2026 11:35 - Arthur Millot

Flavio Cobolli pulled off a stunning comeback against Tommy Paul in Cincinnati. To recharge between the first two sets, the Italian asked for some M&M's.

Tiafoe 'I Feel Good' After Hand Surgery, Faces Musetti in Cincinnati QF

'I Love M&M's': Cobolli Reveals His Surprising Energy Boost That Fueled Cincinnati Comeback

21/08/2026 11:25 - Arthur Millot

After right-hand surgery, Frances Tiafoe bounced back to reach the Cincinnati quarterfinals. He'll face Lorenzo Musetti next, and he's given a reassuring update on his health.

Arthur Fils Rolls Into Cincinnati Semifinals: 'It Feels Good to Be the Favorite'

Tiafoe 'I Feel Good' After Hand Surgery, Faces Musetti in Cincinnati QF

21/08/2026 10:16 - Clément Gehl

Arthur Fils dominates Tirante in two sets for his first quarterfinal as the favorite, then looks ahead to a blockbuster clash with Flavio Cobolli.

Arthur Fils Rolls Into Cincinnati Semifinals: 'It Feels Good to Be the Favorite'

Kyrgios pulls out of US Open...🤣

Evidently he's leaving to dedicate himself to the public, virtuous fight against drugs in the sport, the way he did against Sinner and Halep.

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Who Next after Sinner and Alcaraz?

Friends, Sinner and Alcaraz are currently dominating the tour.

Who among the next generation of players have the potential to challenge these two champions?

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Hope you win Wimbledon Coco