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Lopez defends the Davis Cup: "The absence of Sinner and Alcaraz is not specific to this competition"

24/11/2025 07:17 - Clément Gehl

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are the notable absentees from this Davis Cup final. Feliciano Lopez, the competition director, defended it.

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"An Abysmal Gap with the Rest of the Tour," Lopez Analyzes the Domination of Alcaraz and Sinner

19/11/2025 21:24 - Jules Hypolite

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner crushed the 2025 season… and Feliciano López does not see how the situation could change. The Davis Cup director discusses a total domination, a widening gap, and a te...

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"I don't think Sinner was affected by his losses to Alcaraz," Lopez discusses tennis' new great rivalry

16/10/2025 13:25 - Adrien Guyot

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner now dominate world tennis. Feliciano Lopez discusses the new rivalry that will leave its mark on this sport in the years to come. After the Big 3 who significantly ma...

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It's the best year of his career," states Lopez about Alcaraz

16/10/2025 12:26 - Clément Gehl

In an interview given to the media outlet AS, Feliciano Lopez, present at the Six Kings Slam exhibition in Riyadh as a Netflix commentator, spoke about the event and its participants. He notably disc...

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Lopez's view on a lighter schedule: "When we try to solve the problem, we run into a multitude of obstacles"

16/10/2025 11:28 - Adrien Guyot

Former Spanish professional tennis player Feliciano Lopez has addressed player criticisms regarding the schedule. Former world number 12, Feliciano Lopez retired in 2023 after a 26-year career. Now t...

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Stats: Djokovic, 3rd highest number of Grand Slam appearances since the start of the Open Era in men's singles

25/08/2025 11:15 - Arthur Millot

By winning his match against Tien at the US Open (6-1, 7-6, 6-2), Djokovic secured the 75th consecutive first-round victory of his career in a Grand Slam. A staggering statistic that further highligh...

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Stats: Djokovic, 3rd highest number of Grand Slam appearances since the start of the Open Era in men's singles

Alcaraz to Join Spain for Davis Cup Qualifiers in September

08/08/2025 13:26 - Arthur Millot

On September 13 and 14, Spain will face Denmark at home in the second round of the 2025 Davis Cup qualifiers. For this event, team captain David Ferrer has announced the squad that will represent the ...

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Alcaraz to Join Spain for Davis Cup Qualifiers in September

At 40, Wawrinka becomes the 4th oldest player to win an ATP match since 1990

22/07/2025 10:13 - Arthur Millot

Qualified for the round of 16 in Umag, the site of his first ATP title, Stan Wawrinka has defied age limits. At 40, the Swiss player defeated Guillén Meza (6-4, 6-1) to secure his 2nd win on the main ...

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At 40, Wawrinka becomes the 4th oldest player to win an ATP match since 1990

Against Djokovic, I always felt extra pressure; with Nadal, I had much more time," Lopez compares Djokovic and Nadal

21/07/2025 09:30 - Clément Gehl

Feliciano Lopez has faced Novak Djokovic 10 times and Rafael Nadal 14 times. The Spaniard has one win against the Serb and four against his compatriot. In comments cited by Tennis365, he stated: "T...

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Against Djokovic, I always felt extra pressure; with Nadal, I had much more time,

We don't see different players," Lopez laments the homogenization of surfaces on the current tour

17/07/2025 23:28 - Jules Hypolite

Feliciano Lopez gave an interview to Punto de Break in which he discussed, among other things, the current state of the tour. The Spaniard, a former world No. 12 in singles, regrets that tournament...

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"Now that this part of the season is over, I’ve decided to make a change," Paolini announces split with one of her coaches

08/07/2025 06:30 - Arthur Millot

Seeded No. 4 at Wimbledon, Paolini was eliminated in the second round by Rakhimova (4-6, 6-4, 6-4). A finalist last year, this marks a major disappointment for the Italian, who has announced a change ...

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It's hard to say if this is really Novak's last chance," Feliciano Lopez weighs in on Djokovic's Wimbledon prospects

23/06/2025 16:17 - Jules Hypolite

In just one week, Wimbledon will begin with many questions in the men's draw, particularly around the level Novak Djokovic can display and his ability to secure an eighth title on the London grass. ...

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It's hard to say if this is really Novak's last chance,

His progress over the last 18 months is really astonishing," López discusses Draper's chances at Wimbledon

23/06/2025 12:44 - Arthur Millot

In an interview shared by Tennis Up To Date, former Spanish player Feliciano López spoke about Draper's chances at Wimbledon. According to him, the Brit has all the qualities needed to challenge Sinne...

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His progress over the last 18 months is really astonishing,

Alcaraz Matches Nadal and Lopez Among the Most Decorated Spanish Grass-Court Players

22/06/2025 18:13 - Jules Hypolite

Winner of the Queen’s tournament for the second time in his career after 2023, Carlos Alcaraz has added a fourth grass-court title to his record. At just 22 years old, the native of El Palmar has a...

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Alcaraz Matches Nadal and Lopez Among the Most Decorated Spanish Grass-Court Players

Draper: "No matter my ranking, I always stay true to myself"

08/05/2025 10:45 - Clément Gehl

Jack Draper will look to build on his strong performance in Madrid, where he reached the final, as he continues his highly successful start to the 2025 season at Rome. Now ranked world No. 5, the B...

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Marc Lopez, Paolini’s Coach: "I Want to Prove to Myself That I Can’t Just Coach Rafa"

30/04/2025 07:29 - Clément Gehl

Jasmine Paolini has decided to hire Marc Lopez as her coach for the clay season. The former world No. 3 in doubles, who previously coached Rafael Nadal, has accepted the challenge. He explains the ...

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Marc Lopez on Coaching Nadal: "Let's See If I Can Tell Him How to Hit a Forehand"

28/04/2025 08:52 - Arthur Millot

Throughout his career, Nadal has always had very close individuals in his team. First with his uncle Toni for over 20 years, and later with his friend Carlos Moya starting in 2017. Marc Lopez also ...

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Ramos-Vinolas Snubbed by Madrid Masters 1000 Management for a Final Wild Card

21/04/2025 15:42 - Jules Hypolite

Earlier this month, Albert Ramos-Vinolas announced that 2025 would be his last season on the professional tour, as his body could no longer handle the relentless schedule of matches and tournaments. ...

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Ramos-Vinolas Snubbed by Madrid Masters 1000 Management for a Final Wild Card

Lopez, Madrid Tournament Director: "The Growth of the Tournament is Linked to Nadal. Today, We No Longer Depend on Any One Player in Particular"

20/04/2025 12:14 - Clément Gehl

The Madrid Masters 1000, running from April 23 to May 4, will dominate tennis news in the coming days. Its director, Feliciano Lopez, spoke about the tournament's growth. "This tournament has exist...

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Paolini Kicks Off Quarterfinal Against Gauff in Stuttgart: "Coco is a Tough Opponent"

18/04/2025 11:37 - Adrien Guyot

This Saturday, the WTA 500 tournament in Stuttgart is hosting its quarterfinals with several exciting matchups, including the clash between Coco Gauff and Jasmine Paolini. The two players haven’t f...

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Paolini Kicks Off Quarterfinal Against Gauff in Stuttgart:

Marc Lopez Becomes Paolini's Coach for the Clay Court Season

11/04/2025 19:14 - Jules Hypolite

Nearly three weeks ago, Jasmine Paolini announced the end of her collaboration with Renzo Furlan, her coach of ten years. For the upcoming clay court season, where she will defend the points from h...

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Marc Lopez Becomes Paolini's Coach for the Clay Court Season

Stats: Invited to Monte-Carlo, Wawrinka Receives His 32nd Wild Card in 7 Years

05/04/2025 15:22 - Arthur Millot

Stan Wawrinka has been granted a wild card to compete in the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000 (April 6–13). At 40 years old, the Swiss player has just received his 32nd wild card in the span of 7 years. He...

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Stats: Invited to Monte-Carlo, Wawrinka Receives His 32nd Wild Card in 7 Years

Victorious in Bucharest at just 40 years old, Wawrinka enters a historic top 5

02/04/2025 13:06 - Arthur Millot

Currently in Bucharest, Wawrinka defeated Shatov in a tight first-round match (6-4, 6-7, 7-6). At 40 years old, the Swiss player continues to deliver strong performances after his quarterfinal run in ...

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Victorious in Bucharest at just 40 years old, Wawrinka enters a historic top 5

Feliciano Lopez: "It's a blessing for tennis to have Sinner and Alcaraz as the Big 3 fades away"

02/04/2025 09:32 - Adrien Guyot

In recent hours, Feliciano Lopez, the former Spanish professional tennis player, was extended as the director of the Davis Cup Final 8, the competition that last year saw Rafael Nadal retire during it...

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Feliciano Lopez Extended as Director of Davis Cup Final 8

01/04/2025 15:50 - Clément Gehl

Feliciano Lopez served as the director of the Davis Cup Final 8 in Malaga in 2023 and 2024. He has been extended in this role to oversee the Final 8, which will this time take place in Bologna, Italy....

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Feliciano Lopez Extended as Director of Davis Cup Final 8

Lopez on Alcaraz: "He has the advantage of possessing a number of different things compared to what 99% of other players can offer."

07/03/2025 12:21 - Adrien Guyot

Feliciano Lopez is preparing very seriously for the next edition of the Madrid tournament, which will take place at the end of April and beginning of May. Now the director of the Spanish event since ...

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Wawrinka angry at Sinner's suspension: "I no longer believe in clean sport".

15/02/2025 14:13 - Jules Hypolite

Stan Wawrinka, involved in qualifying for the Doha tournament, took time out to react on his X account to Jannik Sinner's three-month suspension, in agreement with the World Anti-Doping Agency. The S...

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Djokovic starts his 1000th week in the top 100 of the ATP rankings

28/01/2025 13:07 - Adrien Guyot

Novak Djokovic was unable to add a 25th Grand Slam title to his immense career during the Australian Open. Despite a faultless run to the semi-finals, the Serb was caught out by his physical limitati...

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Djokovic starts his 1000th week in the top 100 of the ATP rankings

Lopez to Fish: "I can guarantee that Sinner and Alcaraz wouldn't have won any French Open with Nadal at his prime".

23/01/2025 09:03 - Clément Gehl

Mardy Fish asked on social networks how many Grand Slams Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner would win if Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic were at their prime. Feliciano Lopez replied, "Th...

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Stats - Wawrinka, a rare longevity at the Australian Open

14/12/2024 07:41 - Adrien Guyot

Excellent news for Stan Wawrinka. In the last few hours, the three-time Grand Slam winner, who turns 40 next March, has been granted an invitation by the Australian Open organization to take part in ...

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Stats - Wawrinka, a rare longevity at the Australian Open