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Emma's COVID diagnosis, Tomic's comeback, Murray's split | The Break

Emma Raducanu's COVID diagnosis put a halt to her pre-season.

Here's where we'll see her play next...
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No. 3 Alexander Zverev won a career-high six tournament titles, across clay, outdoor hard courts and indoor hard courts in 202...

? No. 3 Alexander Zverev won a career-high six tournament titles, across clay, outdoor hard courts and indoor hard courts in 2021.

Full support from Boris Becker 7️⃣- time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted by the Prince of Wales.

Full support from Boris Becker ?

7️⃣- time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted by the Prince of Wales.

What separates the best from the rest? Tsitsipas shares his thoughts on the "introverted" sport | Tennis.com

"Tennis is a very introverted sport and you kind of learn to manage it at a very young age.” ?

Stefanos Tsitsipas joins the Madhappy podcast to give his perspective on the game.


The world No. 4 recently spoke about managing the solo aspects of the game on the Madhappy podcast.

30-Love: The Little 250s That Could | Tennis.com

"This tournament has a great spot on the calendar." ?

- John Isner

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Domestic 250-level events have a long history of staying for a good time, rather than a long time. After a series of new 250s debuted in 2021, will that hold true?

On This Day: Happy 75th birthday, Stan Smith! | Tennis.com

Let’s all wish former World No. 1 Stan Smith a happy 75th Birthday! ?

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Before his name was synonymous with a fashion statement, Hall of Famer Stan Smith dominated the tennis world with sharp serves and crisp volleys.

ATP Player of the Year #4

A year to be proud of ?

In addition to lifting 2️⃣ trophies, Stefanos Tsitsipas became the first Greek in history to reach a Major Singles Final.

Bernard Tomic wants a comeback: "I poured blood, sweat and tears into this sport” | Tennis.com

Warming up the gears for another comeback ⚙️

Bernard Tomic is not quite done yet.


The 29-year-old Aussie, ranked No. 259, gears up for another shot at reestablishing career.

Watch out WTA, Olivia is coming through! ️ Caroline Wozniacki

Watch out WTA, Olivia is coming through! ⭐️

Caroline Wozniacki

Career-best season leads Andrey Rublev to first Top 5 finish | Tennis.com

The best year yet for Andrey Rublev?


The 24-year-old, who ended 2021 at No. 5, is the fifth Russian in ATP rankings history to finish a year in the Top 5.

Top 10 Moments of 2021: Federer Frenzy in Doha | Tennis.com

It's a big deal any time Roger Federer steps on court these days, but all the more so was his return to the ATP event in Doha, Qatar. ?


The 20-time Grand Slam champion's comeback match against Dan Evans was appointment television.

Photos from Tennis Channel's post

?Line-up changes ?

Ons Jabeur, Taylor Fritz & Dan Evans will replace Raducanu, Thiem, and Ruud in Abu Dhabi.

Mubadala World Tennis Championship







That wedding glow Congrats Johana Konta!

That wedding ✨glow✨

Congrats Johana Konta!

Belinda Bencic's 2021 bonafides continue with Swiss Sportswoman of the Year honor | Tennis.com

"I'm very happy and like proud to be kind of holding the Swiss flag up on the tournaments that Roger and Stan [Wawrinka] cannot play." ??

- Belinda Bencic

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The Olympic gold medalist earned more national recognition on Sunday.

Johanna Konta ties the knot with longtime boyfriend Jackson Wade | Tennis.com

Congrats on your marriage Johanna Konta! ?

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The former British No. 1 announced the special news casually over Twitter.

Top 10 Moments of 2021: Australian Open quarantine craziness | Tennis.com

Bring back the top moments for 2021! ?

Who could forget the Australian Open quarantine.


There might have been no matches for two weeks, but with players trapped in their hotel rooms there was still plenty of action.

ATP Top Players of the Year

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Casper Ruud claimed 5️ ATP titles this year, and became the first ?? to crack the Top 10.

Genie Bouchard IS BACK!!!

We’re so happy to see you back on court Genie Bouchard! ?

Pierre-Hugues Herbert is unvaccinated, won't play Australian Open | Tennis.com

"Personally, I am not vaccinated and the trip to Australia was not viable for me"

Pierre-Hugues Herbert will not be making the trip down under this year.


“It is a personal choice,” says French player, as increasing number of countries require vaccination for entry.

The Top 5 ATP Players of 2021, No. 5: Casper Ruud | Tennis.com

2021 has been the tip of the iceberg for ??’s greatest talent Casper Ruud!


With five titles, an ATP Finals debut and a tremendous turnaround on hard courts, 2021 is the tip of the iceberg for Norway's greatest tennis talent.


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