Emma Raducanu ‘will win Wimbledon some day’, former British No 1 predicts Raducanu has dropped out of the world’s top 100 this season after missing Wimbledon and the US Open due to injury The Independent UK · Oct 17
Finding Renée Richards: the complicated past and present of a trans sports pioneer A new book explores the story of the tennis player who sued to play in the US Open after transitioning and, fifty years later, supports bans on trans athletes The Guardian - US · Oct 14
Arthur Fery beats former US Open champion to earn first ATP Tour win in two months Arthur Fery claimed his first ATP Tour win since August by beating Marin Cilic at the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday. The Brit, who reached the Wimbledon semi-finals in July, has struggled in recent tournaments but managed to hold his nerve to take the first set on a tie-break. Fery then… The Independent UK · Oct 7
Carlos Alcaraz overcomes slow start to close in on first title since wrist injury Carlos Alcaraz moved into the Japan Open final with a three-set victory over fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar on Monday. Alcaraz had some issues with his serve in the first set and Munar took advantage to snatch the opening set 7-5. However, Alcaraz regained control after that as he only dropped… The Independent UK · Oct 5
Cameron Norrie beaten by Alexander Zverev as Brit punished for missed chance Alexander Zverev picked up a hard-earned win over Britain’s Cameron Norrie at the China Open on Thursday. The French Open and US Open champion was pushed all the way in the first set, and Norrie earned himself a set point but failed to take it, before being blown away in… The Independent UK · Oct 1
Novak Djokovic keeps perfect China Open record in first match since disastrous US Open Novak Djokovic won his first match at the China Open in 11 years by beating Nuno Borges in straight sets on Wednesday. Djokovic sealed a 6-3, 7-6 victory and has now won all 30 of his career matches at the China Open. The Serbian superstar said he was “very happy”… The Independent UK · Sep 30
Katie Boulter sets up Karolina Muchova clash with China Open win British tennis star Katie Boulter got off to a winning start at the China Open on Wednesday as she looks to finish a difficult season on a high. Boulter took on Japan’s Mai Hontama and managed to secure a 6-3, 6-4 victory to progress to the round of 64. Boulter… The Independent UK · Sep 30
Laver Cup 2026 Was a Carlos Alcaraz Showcase Team Europe claimed the title after an eventful tournament that featured thrilling on-court performances and intriguing off-court conversations. Sports Illustrated · Sep 28
Alexander Zverev completes dominant Laver Cup victory for Team Europe in London Team Europe eased to victory in London thanks to the French Open and US Open champion’s straight-sets win over Learner Tien, with the hosts winning 13-5 over Team World The Independent UK · Sep 27
Revitalised Rory McIlroy falls just short in BMW PGA Championship as familiar flaw strikes at Wentworth McIlroy finished tied second as 2025 US Open champion JJ Spaun took victory at the BMW PGA Championship The Independent UK · Sep 20
Ben Shelton withdraws from Laver Cup in London with Team World replacement named Shelton has withdrawn from the Ryder Cup-style event at The O2 Arena a few days after his US Open final run The Independent UK · Sep 17
Watch this: The winning timepieces you couldn't miss at this year's US Open The US Open has become a must-see event for luxury watch fans eager to spot who's wearing what. Quaid Walker, CEO of the watch marketplace Bezel, picks out this year's standout models — from Zverev's Jacob & Co to Alcaraz's Daytona, not forgetting the Patek on Brad Pitt's wrist. Euronews · Sep 17
Tennis Mailbag: A Cloud Hangs Over Alexander Zverev’s Breakout Season The sport still doesn’t know how to handle the two-time major winner and the allegations made against him. Sports Illustrated · Sep 16
Aryna Sabalenka’s U.S. Open Racket Smash Wasn’t Pretty. She Deserves Her Fine, but Not the Criticism. It’s not easy to lose with grace. U.S. Open runner-up Aryna Sabalenka would know a thing or two about that. Sports Illustrated · Sep 16
AAP · Sep 16 'I haven't plateaued': Demon ready for Davis Cup Alex de Minaur, still licking his wounds after an early US Open exit, is relishing a Davis Cup return to Brisbane where Australia host Poland.
Fashion Times · Sep 15 Chris Pine, Sombr, and More Stars Bring Ralph Lauren Style to the US Open Final See the Ralph Lauren looks worn by Sombr, Chris Pine, Tyriq Withers and other stars during the 2026 US Open finals weekend.
Fashion Times · Sep 15 Alex Eala Goes From the US Open to New York Fashion Week in Three Distinct Looks Alex Eala made her NYFW debut in looks from Tory Burch, Michael Kors and Calvin Klein following her US Open campaign.
The Conversation · Sep 15 The demise of the single-handed backhand is a watershed moment for tennis Every year since the first Wimbledon Championship in 1877, a male player with a one-handed backhand has featured in the singles semi-finals of a grand slam. That 149 year streak ended at this year’s US Open when Stefanos Tsitsipas, the last remaining single-hander in the draw, exited the tournament in…
Fashion Times · Sep 15 Nicole Kidman and Daughter Faith Bring Two Takes on Tenniscore to the 2026 US Open Nicole Kidman and daughter Faith Margaret brought two different takes on tenniscore to the 2026 US Open, from Chanel sneakers to a polka-dot slipdress.
Fashion Times · Sep 14 Michelle Obama Wears Striped Chanel Shirtdress to US Open Semifinals Michelle Obama wore a striped red, white and navy Chanel shirtdress to the US Open women's semifinals, pairing the look with gold jewelry and a low bun.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 14 From influencers to brutal finishes, US Open 2026 was worst grand slam in recent memory Despite the drama on the court, the poor condition of Arthur Ashe Stadium was just one problem among many
Sports Illustrated · Sep 14 U.S. Open Winner Did Something Very Weird After Championship Point. Then He Explained Why. It took Alexander Zverev a moment to realize the match was over and that he had just won the U.S. Open.
The Guardian - US · Sep 14 The drought abides: US men still without a major since 2003 despite Shelton’s heroics Alexander Zverev was simply too good for the home hope at the US Open on Sunday. Andy Roddick’s record may stand for some time to come
Sports Illustrated · Sep 14 50 Parting Thoughts From the 2026 U.S. Open Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev took home the hardware, while influencers and high ticket prices dominated the conversation at Flushing Meadows.
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Djokovic's drop in rankings marks 1st time since 2002 no member of the Big 3 in top 10 Novak Djokovic's ranking drop signifies a significant shift in men's tennis. Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal retired, ending their dominant era. This marks the first time in decades the 'Big Three' are absent. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz face injury concerns, impacting consistency. Elena Rybakina now leads the women's rankings…