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• Dan Rapaport believes McIlroy is trying to deceive the public with his statements

  31-03-2025 19:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  
  After his last performance in Houston, Rory McIlroy caused anxiety among fans, saying that he has a problem with his right elbow. Fans of the Northern Irishman seem afraid, asking questions whether Rory will actually perform at the tournament that holds the most importance for him. However, McIlroy expressed optimism, hoping that he will recover and be ready for the Masters."My right elbow has been bothering me a little bit so I'll maybe just get some treatment on that and make sure that is
  
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• Novak Djokovic turns to science - Mark Kovacs joins quest for Major No. 25

  14-12-2025 09:44 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic has never relied on routine alone. As the legend prepares for another season, he has once again shown his willingness to evolve. During his off-season training block in Athens, Novak has added Dr. Mark Kovacs to his team.Thus, the veteran signals a renewed focus on precision, recovery and long-term physical sustainability. Kovacs is one of the most respected minds in tennis performance science. A performance physiologist with more than 50 peer-reviewed studies dedicated to te
  
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• John Isner has 'controversial take' on tennis offseason amid players' complaints

  14-12-2025 09:19 via tennisworldusa.org
  John Isner thinks the tennis offseason is "so overrated" as established players don't really need that much to prepare themselves for a new season, unlike the new players who are just starting on the Tour. When players complain about the schedule, they usually argue that no sport in the world has such a long and demanding season. Also, they often argue that there is basically no offseason in tennis since the season ends in the 11 month and the new season starts in January.Isner, who played
  
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• Garbine Muguruza praises Carlos Alcaraz's greatness, compares him to Rafael Nadal

  14-12-2025 07:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Garbine Muguruza has seen greatness up close throughout her career. When the two-time Major champion looks at her compatriot, Carlos Alcaraz, she sees something that goes beyond statistics or trophies.The former winner at Roland Garros and Wimbledon believes tennis is witnessing a rare phenomenon, one that continues to redefine what is possible at such a young age. She also brought Rafael Nadal into the story.Carlos enjoyed a brilliant run in 2025 and strengthened Garbine's feeling. The 22-
  
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• Taylor Townsend makes (surprise) change after winning Slam, reaching No. 1 in doubles

  14-12-2025 06:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Taylor Townsend enjoyed an outstanding 2025 season, but still decided to call time on her partnership with coach John Williams. Townsend, who started working with Williams in 2021, won four doubles with Katerina Siniakova this year, with their biggest triumph coming at the Australian Open. The American/Czech were also very close to collecting the US Open crown, but fell just short in a three-set final.This year, Townsend also reached the doubles world No. 1 ranking for the first time in her
  
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• McCarthy shares techniques learned from Korda’s short game

  14-12-2025 05:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  The Grant Thornton Invitational is a tournament that attracts huge public attention, and it is an opportunity for some of the best men's and women's players in the world to come together and show their qualities and togetherness. Many expect that McCarthy and Korda will be successful in this competition and could lift the trophy, but it is difficult to really make predictions with certainty.Denny McCarthy had the chance to play with Nelly Korda three years ago, and that was the moment he realize
  
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• Italian DC team captain reflects on Jannik Sinner's withdrawal and his big statement

  14-12-2025 04:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Italian Davis Cup team captain Filippo Volandri says Jannik Sinner was 100 percent right when he made the statement about the strength of the Italian team. While competing in Vienna in late October, Sinner announced his withdrawal from the Davis Cup Final 8. In the next couple of days, the four-time Grand Slam champion was receiving heavy criticism and scrutiny from the Italian media and public. When the world No. 2 was asked about it, he suggested that there was no need for the media to ma
  
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• Justin Rose among most searched on Google

  14-12-2025 03:24 via tennisworldusa.org
  Defeated in a playoff at the 2025 Masters by Rory McIlroy, Englishman Justin Rose has apparently seen a resurgence in popularity among American internet users. He is among the top 10 most searched athletes on Google, according to a ranking revealed by the weekly magazine Golf Digest.A key and indispensable player on the European Ryder Cup team since its debut in 2008 (7 appearances and 17.5 points), Justin Rose has apparently experienced a surge in popularity in the United States. Google search
  
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• Novak Djokovic set to level a Roger Federer Grand Slam record at Australian Open

  14-12-2025 02:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic is set to tie Roger Federer and Feliciano Lopez for the most Grand Slam singles appearances at the Open Era when he kicks off his Australian Open campaign in January.In January 2005, an 18-year-old Djokovic made his Grand Slam main-draw debut after winning three Australian Open qualifying matches before losing to former world No. 1 Marat Safin. Since then, the Serbian tennis star has made 79 more Major appearances and won a record 24 titles.When it specifically comes to the Austra
  
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• Golf analyst Ryan Lavner suggests popular tournament to start season

  14-12-2025 02:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  The new CEO of the PGA Tour, Brian Rolapp, is aware that a difficult period awaits him and that he must do everything to revive the PGA Tour. He has a serious task ahead of him, and experts and analysts are already predicting which direction the tournament could go.Golf expert Ryan Lavner made some interesting suggestions for PGA leaders, stressing that Rolapp and the tour's major figures should pick a popular tournament to kick off the season. He pointed out that such a tournament would bring a
  
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• Picture: Novak Djokovic returns to practice court in Athens

  14-12-2025 01:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic is back on the court! After enjoying throughout the world for a couple of weeks, the 24-time Major winner has started his off-season preparation at the luxurious Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel at home in Athens. Novak entered the iconic 5-star resort on the Athenian Riviera in Vouliagmeni, shaping up his strokes ahead of more serious action in the upcoming weeks. At the moment, Djokovic does not plan to compete ahead of the Australian Open. The legend has not entered Br
  
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• Si Woo Kim denies joining LIV Golf, confirms staying on PGA Tour

  14-12-2025 01:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rumors have been circulating for several days that South Korean golfer Si Woo Kim could join LIV Golf. Such rumors immediately caused fear among PGA Tour leaders and fans who well remember the past departures of some big stars to the other side.However, after a few days, the Korean golfer decided to deny such rumors and make all PGA Tour fans happy. Namely, he can be seen in one photo where he lifts the trophy from the Sony Open with the caption: "OK, team, see you at the Sony Open Hawaii." 
  
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• When confidence met Roger Federer at Wimbledon - Adrian Mannarino's brutal lesson

  14-12-2025 00:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Adrian Mannarino reached the fourth round at Wimbledon in 2018. The Frenchman bested Daniil Medvedev in five sets in the third round and arranged his sixth meeting against the All England Club king, Roger Federer. The 22nd seed played with confidence and hoped that could be his moment of glory. However, Centre Court is a place where belief alone is rarely enough! What followed was a harsh but unforgettable reminder of the gap between confidence and timeless greatness.Roger made a ruthless s
  
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• Dustin Johnson will make a detour to the DP

  14-12-2025 00:26 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former world number one Dustin Johnson will be in Dubai at the end of January. He will compete in the first tournament of the 2026 Rolex Series, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, before returning to LIV Golf in Riyadh in early February.Another big name has just been announced for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, scheduled for January 22-25 at the Emirates Golf Course in Dubai. Former world number one Dustin Johnson has confirmed his participation in the first Rolex Series event of the 2025-26 DP Worl
  
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• Coco Gauff opens up on outgrowing the ‘box’ others tried to put her in

  14-12-2025 00:20 via tennisworldusa.org
  Coco Gauff admits she used to "try to fit in some sort of box" growing up as a Black athlete, but that is a thing of the past as the 21-year-old says she is now fully herself in everything she does. Gauff, who will celebrate her 22nd birthday in March, has been the face of American women's tennis for the past couple of years after winning two Grand Slam titles, becoming a WTA Finals champion, and getting as high as No. 2 in the ranking. Over the years, Gauff spoke multiple times about
  
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• British star Emma Raducanu leaves Nike to join Uniqlo ahead of new season

  13-12-2025 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Emma Raducanu is ready to bring significant changes both on and off the tennis courts. The British tennis player is focused and motivated to be reborn in the new year with the desire to realize her potential and meet the expectations of her fans. According to media reports, Emma Raducanu is leaving Nike and will wear Uniqlo brand clothes from the new year.The young tennis player has had a contract with Nike for many years, but there is clearly a reason why she turned a new leaf in her caree
  
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• Jannik Sinner tipped for Wimbledon glory - Walking the Federer-Djokovic path

  13-12-2025 22:21 via tennisworldusa.org
  On July 13, Jannik Sinner blasted a powerful serve on a match point against Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final. The Italian bested the Spaniard 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 and wrote history books, becoming the first Italian player to hold the sacred trophy. It's one of the defining moments of their incredible rivalry, having come after Carlos' thrilling turnaround in the Roland Garros final. Former doubles great, Todd Woodbridge, believes its significance goes far beyond a single title
  
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• Shane Lowry opens up about the intense pressure at Ryder Cup: It was horrible

  13-12-2025 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Shane Lowry proved to be the main figure of the European team at the last Ryder Cup, a prestigious biennial competition that brought much excitement and will probably go down in golf history as one of the most exciting editions of the Ryder Cup ever. Although almost three months have passed, the passions still haven't calmed down, and European and American golfers often talk openly about the latest edition and their impressions.Shane Lowry is already focused on the next edition, wanting his team
  
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• How Novak Djokovic can still claim 25th Major - Avoid the wars, seize the moment

  13-12-2025 21:13 via tennisworldusa.org
  The debate around Novak Djokovic's future at the sport's biggest events refuses to fade, and for good reason. As the Serb approaches the 2026 season, respected coach Rick Macci believes there is still a clear and realistic path toward a historic 25th Major title. At 38, the formula is no longer about domination week after week, as in 2023. Now, it's about timing, recovery and seized opportunities. Djokovic's 2025 run confirms he remains a formidable presence at Majors.The veteran reach
  
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• Billie Jean King hails Serena Williams’ serve as the best in history

  13-12-2025 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  When we talk about tennis, we cannot fail to mention Serena Williams, one of the most impressive tennis players who won as many as 23 Grand Slam singles titles in her long career. Her dominance was truly an example for many, and building her story in the world of tennis over the years, she became a role model for younger generations who still look up to her.Many female tennis players in the world of tennis openly talk about their admiration for the American tennis player, saying that even a
  
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• Ryder Cup memories: Shane Lowry on insults, motivation, and triumph

  13-12-2025 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Although it has been almost three months since the last Ryder Cup, the passion still hasn't gone away. US team failed to resist Europe, and although the support of the home crowd was expected to decide, it seems that this was exactly the motivation for the European golfers. The hostile atmosphere at the Bethpage Black drew a lot of comments. American fans did not choose the means to provoke the Europeans, but it seems that the European golfers knew how to respond in the right way. 
  
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• French tennis player Oceane Dodin launches OnlyFans after breast implants

  13-12-2025 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Oceane Dodin is a former French tennis player who reached the highest ranking on the WTA list - 46th place. According to media reports, the French tennis player has launched her official OnlyFans profile, becoming one of the first tennis players to take such a step. The 29-year-old French started playing professionally at the age of 14, and she made her debut on the WTA Tour at the Luxembourg Open.During her career, she had many brilliant moments, and the fans still remember her victory against
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz’s coach reveals turning point in 2025 season

  13-12-2025 17:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz excelled this season and showed that he will pose a serious threat to his opponents in the coming years as well. With eight titles on the tour, the Spanish tennis player is once again at the top of the ATP rankings, aware of how difficult it will be to maintain the status of the best player in the world.However, the start of the season was not so promising, with Carlos Alcaraz being eliminated from the Qatar Open and the Miami Open. Speaking to Tennis World Italia, Juan
  
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• Steve Johnson and Jack Sock criticize WTA player for court antics

  13-12-2025 16:36 via tennisworldusa.org
  The world of tennis always brings exciting moments, often with controversial behavior by famous athletes. The world of tennis is filled with controversies, but also situations that cause anger among fans. Although there are more of those who show respect on the court and who truly serve as role models for young people, there are also those who have a different approach, which is why they are not particularly popular in tennis circles.The Nothing Major podcast was an opportunity for Steve Jo
  
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• Lleyton Hewitt's ex-coach rips Aryna Sabalenka over 'insulting' Nick Kyrgios match

  13-12-2025 15:27 via tennisworldusa.org
  Roger Rasheed ripped the Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios match as "quite insulting," while also questioning the Belarusian tennis star's choice because she put women's tennis in "a lose-lose situation."Ahead of the Battle of the Sexes scheduled for December 28th in Dubai, Sabalenka has been catching a lot of criticism for agreeing to participate in a match against a male player. The main claim is that the world No. 1 is exposing women's tennis to the risk of losing badly to Kyrgios - something
  
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• Ex-Slam champ draws Serena Williams comparison in Coco Gauff 2025 assessment

  13-12-2025 14:01 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former six-time Grand Slam doubles champion Rennae Stubbs thinks there are reasons for Coco Gauff to be "super disappointed" with her 2025 but also to be satisfied in some ways, while also acknowledging that the American is far away from reaching the heights of Serena Williams.Gauff, who celebrated her 21st birthday in March, became a Grand Slam champion at the 2023 US Open before lifting her second Major title at this year's French Open. On paper, having two Grand Slams at 21 is an outstanding
  
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• Ronaldo "injured" by Carlos Alcaraz? Football icon trolls fans after Miami session

  13-12-2025 11:09 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz and Joao Fonseca embraced an entertaining duel in Miami on December 8. The exhibition gather a couple of tennis stars but also an ultimate football icon, Ronaldo Nazario. The Brazilian hit with Alcaraz and then took to social media to reveal what he claimed was an injury suffered while hitting with world no. 1 - complete with a fake arm sling for dramatic effect!Ronaldo shared the joke through his Instagram story, "warning" everyone what happens when you train with the world'
  
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• Garbine Muguruza: A junior male would beat me even if I were ranked at No. 1

  13-12-2025 10:35 via tennisworldusa.org
  Garbine Muguruza believes there is "a huge difference" between male and female players, and claims she would have lost to a male junior player even if she played that match when she was the WTA world No. 1. Muguruza, who turned pro in 2012 and retired from pro tennis last year, became a Grand Slam champion at the 2016 French Open before winning her second Major at Wimbledon the following year. The Spanish tennis legend also reached the world No. 1 spot in September 2017 and spent a total of
  
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• Jannik Sinner joins Roger Federer in elite club with third Fans' Favourite award

  13-12-2025 09:34 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner's spectacular 2025 season has been rewarded once again. Instead of another trophy, the Italian received the recognition players value just as deeply. The four-time Major champion has been voted for the ATP Fans' Favourite singles player of the year for the third straight season. Thus, Jannik became only the second player to receive this honor three times, joining his idol, Roger Federer. The Swiss icon dominated the category from 2003 to 2021, winning it 19 years in a row
  
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• Francisco Cerundolo's statement perfectly sums up how it feels playing Jannik Sinner

  13-12-2025 07:26 via tennisworldusa.org
  Francisco Cerundolo says he realized that playing well against Jannik Sinner may not reflect much on the score as the world No. 21 claims he felt he was playing very well against the Italian but then won just one game during a set. In late November, Cerundolo won his opening two Paris Masters matches before Sinner handed him a 7-5 61 defeat. It was the sixth meeting between the two, and the four-time Grand Slam champion leads their head-to-head 4-2. On paper, having two wins against the Ita
  
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