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Sock gets married to Laura Little in South Carolina

The couple tied the knot in front of friends and family, including John Isner, Nick Monroe, and more.

Congratulations, Jack Sock! ?


The 28-year-old said "I do" in front of friends and family on Saturday.

Top Moments of 2020: Rooftop tennis captivates world during shutdown

The globe-spanning pandemic caused by COVID-19 shut down tennis courts, but it opened the door for innovation like no other.

#COVID19


As the world went into lockdown, the familiar view of tennis courts receded.

Swiatek joins shining roster of WTA Most Improved Player recipients

When it comes to the WTA’s Most Improved Player of the Year award it's a no-brainer.

Congrats Iga Świątek. ?


Of the 41 previous recipients of the award, 39 would reach the Top 10 at some point.

Federer says comeback in time for the Australian Open will be "tight"

“I would have hoped that I would be at 100 percent by October. But I still am not today. It will be tight for the Australian Open.” - Roger Federer

#AusOpen


The 39-year-old has been rehabbing a knee injury for most of 2020. 

Auger-Aliassime trains at Rafa Nadal Academy

If you want to be the best, you have to learn from the best.?

Felix AUGER Aliassime has left his cold Canada home for sunny Spain to train at the Rafael Nadal Tennis Academy during his off-season.


The 20-year-old Canadian star has been hitting with Nadal in Spain.

Cirstea wins biggest title since 2011 at $100,000 ITF event in Dubai

This weekend, Sorana Cirstea won her biggest title in Dubai since capturing an ITF event in France in 2011.

She is projected to rise from No. 86 to No. 71 on the new WTA rankings on Monday.


The former Roland Garros quarterfinalist hadn’t won a tournament this big since 2011.

Epic Rivalries Promo

These are the moments everyone talks about.??

Don’t miss Epic Rivalries this week on Tennis Channel→http://tnns.ch/app

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Season 4 of #MyTennisLife has come to a close.

Rewatch Jamie Murray's journey through arguably the toughest year in tennis to date.

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It has been an unforgettable year and we are so thankful that Monica Puig was there with us every step of the way, sharing her story with #MyTennisLife.❤️

Elf on a Shelf spurs "Sting on a King", "RuPaul on a Nadal"

Christmas is less than two weeks away and we're feeling festive.??

In case you missed our version of Elf on the Shelf, here are our five tennis-inspired prototypes.


Plus, don't miss seeing Miley on Riley, Waka Flocka on an Osaka and Dr. Phil on a Daniil.

The Top 5 Player of the Year male contenders of 2020

2020 might have been an abbreviated year for tennis, but these five ATP Tour players managed to overcome their opponents the way they overcame this year's tough challenges.

Here is a list of the Top 5 Player of the Year contenders.


Five men rose to great heights during the abbreviated 2020 season.

Sofia Kenin: Year-end No. 4, but deserved 2020 WTA Player of the Year

Winning the Australian Open and being the only player to reach the finals of two Grand Slams this year is no small feat.

Though Sofia Kenin did not claim the year-end World No. 1 ranking in 2020, she was rightfully awarded WTA Player of the Year.


Kenin didn’t finish No. 1, but the current rankings don’t tell the full story of 2020.

"Extreme sense of relief": Zverev settles dispute with past management

After two years of dispute, Alexander Zverev feels an "extreme sense of relief" finally reaching a settlement with former management, ACE Group International.

The 23-year-old is now being represented by Team8.


When it came to describing the events, each had a rather different version.

Iga Swiatek wins 2020 fan favorite award

2020 WTA Fan Favorite✅
2020 WTA Most Improved✅

Iga Świątek leaves this year having made an impact on tennis & tennis fans around the world.


The young Pole picked up a few year-end awards when the WTA announced the winners.

Laver Cup: A solution to tennis' get-it-done program

"Laver Cup has injected enthusiastic and infectious emotion into a buttoned-up game." -Steve Tignor

This weekend, enjoy two full days of Laver Cup matches with interactions from your favorite players on Tennis Channel.→http://tnns.ch/app


The Ryder Cup-like team event has delighted fans and engaged players.

Best Looks of the Week: Muguruza dons peachy shades

These ladies really know how to bring it on and off the court.?

Check out this week's best looks from a few of our WTA fashion icons.


The Spaniard kicked off her week in a crisp-white outfit paired with statement glasses.

The Rally: Rise in tennis participation is a rare bright spot in 2020

In 2020 we saw a rise in participation of the sport we all know and love.

In 2021 we hope that public courts can become an important part of all communities once again.


Our hope is that public courts can become an important part of communities again.

WATCH My Tennis Life: Puig visits the Grand Canyon

Monica Puig took us on yet another adventure this week on #MyTennisLife...

Hint: it was cold, early, but insanely beautiful. ?


The Olympic Gold medalist spent the day in Arizona and crossed off a bucket list item.

Osaka becomes Vogue's latest covergirl

Aside from launching her first Nike signature collection and partnering with multiple companies, Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ is also Vogue's latest covergirl. ?


"Words can’t describe how honored I am," the three-time major champ wrote on Instagram.

The Top 5 Player of the Year female contenders of 2020

Sofia Kenin may have been crowned #1 WTA Player of the Year, but four other women made the list as well for their impressive accomplishments over the 2020 season.


Five WTA stars stood out from the rest this season.


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