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How one of tennis’ most controversial rules left a player spoiling a highlight-reel shot

Daniel Altmaier shot himself in the foot by opening his mouth too soon on the tennis court. Eamonn Dalton / The Athletic; Getty Images Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the past ...

"I don't recommend": Novak Djokovic shares clear view on women’s five-set matches at Grand Slams

Novak Djokovic said he has doubts about women playing best-of-five-set matches at Grand Slams because of the physical demands. The topic came up after Australian Open officials discussed the idea. Aryna Sabalenka supports it,
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Why Women’s Tennis Can’t Win Sabalenka Vs. Kyrgios Battle Of The Sexes

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - NOVEMBER 01: Aryna Sabalenka poses for a photo with her trophy during the WTA World Number One ceremony on day one of the WTA Finals Riyadh as part of the Hologic WTA Tour 2025 at King Saud University Indoor Arena on November 01 ...
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Hajar Abdelkader and the viral tennis match where one player won just three points

A professional tennis match descended into farce Wednesday when a player who appeared to have barely played the sport won just three points in a 6-0, 6-0 defeat — having told tournament organizers that she had an appropriate level for the event.