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The Third Man: Which rising ATP star will challenge Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner in 2026?

The Third Man: Which rising ATP star will challenge Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner in 2026?

Can anyone interrupt the "Sincaraz" duopoly before Alcaraz and Sinner capture a 10th straight major title?

By Pete Bodo Mar 17, 2026
Marcos Giron is playing the best tennis of his life at 32

Marcos Giron is playing the best tennis of his life at 32

The American is among the contenders vying for the ATP Challenger 175 title in Phoenix this week.

By Matt Fitzgerald Mar 13, 2026
Phoenix Challenger diary: Darwin Blanch gets best career win, targets RG qualies and driver's license

Phoenix Challenger diary: Darwin Blanch gets best career win, targets RG qualies and driver's license

Elsewhere, Jamaica's Blaise Bicknell continues his climb back up the rankings after qualifying.

By Matt Fitzgerald Mar 11, 2026
Kamil Majchrzak aims to turn experience of facing Novak Djokovic into confident week at Phoenix Challenger

Kamil Majchrzak aims to turn experience of facing Novak Djokovic into confident week at Phoenix Challenger

"It’s a great opportunity for all of us to get extra matches and extra points."

By Matt Fitzgerald Mar 11, 2026
Matt Rife takes first tennis lesson with Chris Eubanks, discovers Spanish grunting improves shot quality

Matt Rife takes first tennis lesson with Chris Eubanks, discovers Spanish grunting improves shot quality

The comedian tipped Novak Djokovic as his GOAT during the pair's outing.

By Matt Fitzgerald Mar 07, 2026
Craig Tiley has a new task: Get 35 million Americans playing tennis by 2035. There probably isn’t a better person for the job

Craig Tiley has a new task: Get 35 million Americans playing tennis by 2035. There probably isn’t a better person for the job

“There’s a way forward, everyone working together, keeping politics out of it,” says the USTA’s new CEO.

By Steve Tignor Mar 05, 2026
17 years after Indian Wells title, Vera Zvonareva, 41, takes comeback “one day at a time”

17 years after Indian Wells title, Vera Zvonareva, 41, takes comeback “one day at a time”

The former world No. 2 is back after an 18-month break and proving formidable in both singles and doubles after a solid Middle East Swing.

By David Kane Feb 28, 2026
Evan King doubles down on tennis

Evan King doubles down on tennis

After years of persistence, uncanny self-belief and support from the Black community on tour, the 33-year-old has arrived.

By Takashi Williams Feb 26, 2026
Michigan State’s ace Matthew Forbes stokes "a fire that was missing" in college tennis

Michigan State’s ace Matthew Forbes stokes "a fire that was missing" in college tennis

The No. 9 men's singles player in the ITA Collegiate Tennis Rankings aims to continue making history this season—on his terms.

By Takashi Williams Feb 21, 2026
At peace without a major title, Elina Svitolina is closer than ever to Grand Slam glory

At peace without a major title, Elina Svitolina is closer than ever to Grand Slam glory

The former No. 3 is back in the Top 10 for the first time since becoming a mom and has big plans to not only grow her game but also expand the sporting landscape in Ukraine.

By David Kane Feb 11, 2026
Sebastian Korda chasing match-day butterflies in 2026 after pair of stop-and-go seasons

Sebastian Korda chasing match-day butterflies in 2026 after pair of stop-and-go seasons

The former world No. 15 is competing on the ATP Challenger Tour for the first time in nearly five years this week in San Diego.

By Matt Fitzgerald Jan 29, 2026
Clara Tauson weathers illness, “boom boom” tennis to advance at Australian Open

Clara Tauson weathers illness, “boom boom” tennis to advance at Australian Open

The No. 14 seed booked an intriguing third-round match vs. rising Canadian star Victoria Mboko in Melbourne.

By David Kane Jan 22, 2026