Exhausted but omnipresent stars, ever-longer tournaments and exhibitions that have become a business in their own right: tennis is revealing its deepest contradictions, torn between spectacle and physical survival.
From controversial reform to fiery statements, the Davis Cup continues to divide. Between nostalgia for the old formats and unwavering love for the jersey, players share their truths about a competition that, despite everything, still makes hearts race.
Twenty Grand Slams, 103 titles, 237 consecutive weeks as world No. 1 and now eternity: Roger Federer will be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame in 2026. The Swiss, moved, delivered a reaction full of elegance and gratitude, true to his image as a timeless champion.