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WTA to change event categories to match ATP's naming structure

In 2021, the WTA will be changing event titles to match those of the ATP Tour's, according to MARCA.

Premier Mandatory & Premier 5 ➡️ Masters 1000s
Premier ➡️ 500-level events
International ➡️ 250-level events


However, the points awarded to tournament winners may not be the same as the event level.

One Minute Clinic: Jumpstart Your Return Of Serve

Pop-pop off your split step, and let 'em rip. ⚡️

Gordon Uehling explains how to really jumpstart your return of serve in order to avoid aces and get to more balls.

#OneMinuteClinic

The Rally: Thankful for a 2020 season that turned out to be meaningful

Whether we like it or not, 2020 was a crucial year for tennis.

This was not the year anyone expected, but it sure was one that will never be forgotten.


Can tennis weather another socially distanced year? We're hopeful that it will.

Talking a good game: Commentators are more essential than ever

Commentators are our guides to the game, the soundtracks to our tennis-viewing lives.

But how much do you know about the people speaking through your screens, and how they do their jobs?


But how much do you know about the people speaking through your screens?

You may know him as the King of Clay... Today, we're rewinding to the most magical matches from Rafa Nadal that have left us ...

You may know him as the King of Clay... ?

Today, we're rewinding to the most magical matches from Rafa Nadal that have left us all speechless.
Tune in now → tnns.ch/app

Giving Thanks Promo: Rafael Nadal

It wouldn't be Giving Thanks week without honoring the King of Clay. ??

Tomorrow, we celebrate Rafa Nadal and all he's done in our sport.
Tune in at 6am ET on Tennis Channel → tnns.ch/app

One Minute Clinic: The Great Method

Want to be GREAT?

Here are your five steps to getting there:
Grounded.
Rock solid.
Energy.
Agile.
Totally focused.

#OneMinuteClinic

Giving Thanks: Maria Sakkari

No question for Maria Sakkari-

Love and support from family is #1. ?‍?‍? ❤️

#HappyThanksgiving

QUIZ: The History of Daniil Medvedev

Where was his main draw debut?
What was his first ATP title?

Test your knowledge on Daniil Medvedev. ⬇️


Test your knowledge of the recent ATP Finals champion.

TBT, 1998—Pete Sampras finishes No. 1 for a record sixth straight year

“It’s an ultimate achievement. It will probably never be broken."

In 1998, Pete Sampras took the record for year-end No. 1 rankings. 22 years later, Novak Djokovic has finally joined him at the top. ☝️


“It’s an ultimate achievement, It will probably never be broken," said Sampras.

Judy Murray stars and hosts new docuseries "Driving Force"

“We just need a bigger female presence within the workforce in order to make the world a more equal place for female athletes.”

Judy Murray is helping to tell the stories of 10 British Olympic female athletes, and empower women in sports along the way.


The mother of Andy and Jamie Murray is interviewing 10 British Olympic female athletes.

Today, the spotlight is on the regal Russian of tennis. Tennis Channel is giving thanks to Maria Sharapova and her greatest m...

Today, the spotlight is on the regal Russian of tennis. ?

Tennis Channel is giving thanks to Maria Sharapova and her greatest moments, live now → tnns.ch/app

Khachanov, Fritz and more hit the beach

Offseason = beach season. ?

Karen Khachanov, Taylor Fritz, Alex De Minaur, and more show off how it's done.


After a long and difficult year, players deserve a few days off—or weeks—to recharge.

Giving Thanks Week: Maria Sharapova

On Thursday, we're not just celebrating Thanksgiving...

We're also celebrating former world No. 1, 5-time Grand Slam winner Maria Sharapova. ?? ?

Tune in at 6am ET on Tennis Channel → tnns.ch/app

Tennis community mourns death of soccer legend Diego Maradona

Soccer legend Diego Maradona has tragically passed away due to a heart attack, and the tennis community is mourning the death of the legend and tennis super-fan. ?


Argentina’s president announced that there will be three days of national mourning.

One Minute Clinic: Sword and Shield

Prepare for battle. ⚔️ ?

Use your forehand as a sword to attack, and your backhand as a shield that you can put down and upgrade for a sword.

Craig O'Shannessy explains how to use your weapons on One Minute Clinic.

"I’m really motivated": Murray training to get in top shape

"I haven’t forgotten how to play tennis. I know I will perform and win big matches if I can get properly fit and healthy."

Andy Murray played only four events and a 3-4 record this season, but he still sees himself competing with top players.


The 33-year-old former No. 1 has played only on and off since having hip surgery in 2018.

Australian Open "most likely" to have one or two-week delay

The Madrid Open also announced it will extend its women's event by three days and bring forward the men's qualifying, making it a two-week event from April 27-May 9.


Other schedule changes involve the Madrid Open, which will now be a two-week event.

TENNIS.com Podcast: Vasek Pospisil discusses the mission of the PTPA

This week's podcast guest is none other than Mr. Maple Syrup. ?

Vasek Pospisil talks soaring back up the ranks, an incredible 2020 season, and more.


The Canadian gives an update on the PTPA while hoping for more great tennis in his 30s.

After historic 2020, Nadal hoping to chase even more records in 2021

Rafa Nadal may not have closed out 2020 with his first ATP Finals title like he'd hoped, but that can't overshadow what else he accomplished this year.

And the King of Clay has even more to do in 2021.


The Spaniard is as motivated as ever to make even more history in 2021.


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