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Players v tennis tours: why the lawsuit and what next?
BBC Sport tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the key questions after a players' union co-founded by Novak Djokovic began legal action against tennis' governing bodies.BBC News - Mar. 19 -
Novak Djokovic’s Search for His Tennis, and for Himself
After two decades and 99 career singles titles, the greatest men’s tennis player of the modern era has become a mystery.The New York Times - 1d -
Players file suits vs. ATP, WTA: 'Tennis is broken'
Multiple lawsuits were filed Tuesday by the PTPA and 22 players against the ATP, WTA, ITF and ITIA, alleging anticompetitive business practices, monopolizing of professional tennis and systemic abuse.ESPN - Mar. 18 -
Players' group founded by Novak Djokovic files an antitrust suit against tennis organizers
The players’ association co-founded by Novak Djokovic has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the women’s and men’s professional tours, the International Tennis Federation and the sport’s integrity ...ABC News - Mar. 18 -
Marion Star Boys Tennis Preseason Player of the Year Poll: You pick the winner for 2025
With the 2025 high school boys tennis season starting March 28, it’s time to ask readers who they think the preseason player of the year should be.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How Tennis Players Really Feel About Rankings
When players say they don’t pay attention, they’re not being entirely honest.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Novak Djokovic wanted other players to step up by putting their names on tennis antitrust lawsuit
Novak Djokovic doesn’t want the antitrust lawsuit filed by the players’ association he co-founded to create a rift in tennis, but he also said Thursday that the athletes’ share of revenues and ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
The Tennis Court’s Greatest Illusion
The best players in the world are obsessed with court speed and bounce, but those aren’t the only factors in outcomes.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Tennis players association files international lawsuits against ATP, WTA: 'Tennis is broken'
The players have accused the organizations of fixing tournament prize moneyCBS Sports - Mar. 18 -
Tennis Star Iga Świątek Smashes Ball Boy with Ball at Indian Wells Semifinal — Then Loses Against 17-Year-Old Mirra Andreeva
Fans on social media said the Polish tennis player should have shown "more grace"Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Carlos Alcaraz doesn't support the lawsuit from the tennis players' group Novak Djokovic founded
Four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz was unaware that there would be a class-action lawsuit filed in U.S. federal court against some of the groups that run tennis and made clear Wednesday ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Carlos Alcaraz doesn't support the lawsuit from the tennis players' group Novak Djokovic founded
Four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz says he was unaware there would be a class-action lawsuit filed in U.S. federal court against some of the groups that run tennis and made clear that he ...ABC News - Mar. 19 -
Players accuse tennis governing bodies of running ‘cartel’ in lawsuit
Players union alleges earnings are kept artificially low ATP and WTA vow to ‘vigorously’ defend their positions The player advocacy organisation founded by Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil has ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
Nick Kyrgios hails player-backed lawsuit as ‘special moment’ for tennis
The Australian is among twelve players to put their names on the PTPA’s lawsuit, including Sorana Cirstea, Reilly Opelka, and Vasek PospisilYahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Outbreak of legal battle in tennis comes after years of increasing tension | Tumaini Carayol
The 163-page PTPA lawsuit contains some valid and not so valid criticism of the professional tours and major events. The Professional Tennis Players’ Association came into existence on the eve of ...The Guardian - Mar. 19 -
Ukraine’s Tennis Stars Find Support on American Soil
Amid tensions between the governments, the players are still competing and thriving in U.S. tournaments.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Players' union seeks court order against ATP Tour
The Professional Tennis Players' Association (PTPA) is seeking a court order against the ATP over dealings with players.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
He Was at a Tennis Crossroads. Now He’s a Top 10 Player.
Jack Draper went against coaching advice to embrace his natural variety and athleticism.The New York Times - Mar. 18 -
First-place finishes, strikeouts highlight Pueblo-area Players of the Week for March 14-20
This week’s Players of the Week includes performances from the baseball field, tennis court, volleyball court, and track.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Djokovic player union begins legal action against tours
The players' union co-founded by Novak Djokovic begins legal action against tennis' governing bodies, citing "anti-competitive practices and a blatant disregard for player welfare".BBC News - Mar. 18 -
Men’s Tennis Injuries Are Spiking. Is It Part of a Broader Sports Trend?
A number of sports leagues face the same issue: Modern playing styles that put increased physical demands on athletes’ bodies are contributing to an increase in injuries. The average NBA star ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Paolini becomes 1st Italian women's player to make Miami Open tennis semifinals
Jasmine Paolini is headed to the Miami Open semifinals for the first time. The sixth-seeded Paolini defeated unseeded Magda Linette of Poland 6-3, 6-2 on Tuesday, becoming the first woman to make ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Paolini becomes 1st Italian women's player to make Miami Open tennis semifinals
Jasmine Paolini is headed to the Miami Open semifinals for the first timeABC News - 2d -
USTA SoCal to designate Bakersfield as first Tennis Town
The name of the city is Bakersfield, but next week, during the annual Bakersfield Tennis Open, there will be an official ceremony to permanently recognize it also as a “Tennis Town.” Done through ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Alco tennis sweeps Southern
CUMBERLAND — Allegany swept Southern in Tuesday's tennis match at Allegany College. The boys won 4-1 while the girls won via 5-0 sweep. In boys singles, Allegany's Noah Marker defeated Sean Eiswert ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Tennis stars accuse governing bodies of ‘cartel’ to deny them more prize money
Players’ group behind lawsuit is affiliated with sports company backed by hedge fund tycoon Bill AckmanFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Rodman, Shelton and the Effect High-Profile Relationships Have on Careers
The U.S. women’s soccer star Trinity Rodman and the men’s tennis player Ben Shelton recently revealed their relationship on Instagram.The New York Times - Mar. 20 -
2025 Washington County boys tennis records, scores and schedule
2025 Washington County boys tennis records, scores and scheduleYahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
2025 Washington County girls tennis records, scores and schedule
2025 Washington County girls tennis records, scores and scheduleYahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Check out these five storylines to watch in Cincinnati tennis 2025
Read up on some storylines to watch early in this tennis season around Cincinnati.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Inside the Sudden Rise to Fame of a Tennis Bee Catcher
Lance Davis saved Carlos Alcaraz and the Indian Wells tennis event last year, when bees swarmed over the main court and stung the star.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Second Serve: Your new weekly tennis briefing
A new teenage superstar emerges, Britain has a top-10 star again and Miami Open talking points - this is the first edition of our weekly tennis snapshot.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Second Serve: Your new weekly tennis briefing
Carlos Alcaraz has a puzzle to solve, Alexandra Eala blazes a trail and Miami Open talking points - this is the second edition of our weekly tennis snapshot.BBC News - 3d -
Grand Forks Central announces Tom Wynne as boys tennis coach
Mar. 18—GRAND FORKS — Veteran tennis coach Tom Wynne will be at the helm of another Grand Forks Central program, the school announced Monday. Wynne has accepted the head boys tennis coaching ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Djokovic 'does not agree' with parts of union's lawsuit
Novak Djokovic says he does not agree with parts of the lawsuit brought against tennis' governing bodies by the players' union he co-founded.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Polson girls tennis sweep Hamilton, Libby
Mar. 23—POLSON — Baylee Lemm picked up a pair of straight set wins as Polson girls tennis downed Hamilton and Libby Friday. Lemm didn't give up a game against Hamilton's Kaelynn Duewall as the ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
The 17-Year-Old Tennis Phenomenon Growing Up on the Biggest Stages
Mirra Andreeva’s rise to the top of tennis looked inevitable. Its steepness has shocked the sport.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
Bergen County opens pickleball, tennis courts, golf courses for spring 2025
The Bergen County golf courses, pickleball and tennis courts are now open for the spring season.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Morris/Sussex boys tennis 2025 team-by-team preview capsules
Tennis matches that count start on March 31. Here is a preview for Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference teams.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Tennis Bums show age is but a number: ‘They liven the courts up in the morning’
It was 2017 when Richard Wolff met the Tennis Bums. The Elgin native was playing a round of singles at Naperville’s Nike Park when he came across the group. “They said, ‘Hey, you want to play ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14
