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Tennis Mailbag: Novak Djokovic’s Athens Title Has Added Significance
The tennis great has moved his family to Greece as he faces criticism in Serbia. Plus, Elena Rybakina’s WTA Finals win and the alleged photo op snub.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Eye-Popping Figures Behind Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz’s Dominance
The duo’s rivalry is ruling the sport. Plus, the scheduling challenges the tennis calendar presents.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: How New Saudi Arabia Masters 1000 Event Could Shake Up the Sport
The tournament will likely change the makeup of the already crowded calendar as players raise complaints about the season’s length.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Why Holger Rune’s Injury Sparked a Schedule Debate
The sport’s grueling calendar is under renewed scrutiny after the 22-year-old injured his Achilles.
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October 22, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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The Reasons Behind the Death of the Montreal Expos Still Resonate Today
The creators of the new Netflix doc ‘Who Killed the Montreal Expos?’ talk about the cultural differences at the heart of their film.
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October 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: The State of Peng Shuai’s Disappearance Four Years Later
The WTA has returned to China, but there is little clarity on Peng’s whereabouts and well-being.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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2025 SHANGHAI MASTERS MEN’S FINAL REACTION | Quick Served
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October 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: How the Hall of Fame Nominees Stack Up
Roger Federer is, of course, a shoo-in for the honor, but the other two player candidates are more complex cases.
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October 8, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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What Pushed Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson to Transform Into Mark Kerr for ’The Smashing Machine’
The Rock packed on the pounds to portray college wrestler turned MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the deeply personal film he says “turned into more than a movie.”
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October 1, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Why Laver Cup Isn’t Like Other Exhibitions
The tournament defies classification, as it departs from the rankings but is highly competitive.
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September 24, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Laver Cup 2025: How Taylor Fritz Lifted Team World to the Title
Andre Agassi’s side claimed victory behind a pair of dominant performances. Plus, how the tournament can attract Jannik Sinner and what’s next for the event.
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September 22, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Biggest Issue With USTA’s Handling of President Trump’s U.S. Open Visit
What role does politics play in covering sports? Plus, should the Laver Cup evolve to include women?
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September 18, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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Tennis Mailbag: Why the Carlos Alcaraz–Jannik Sinner Rivalry Is Good for the Sport
The duo’s dominance underscores the beauty of competition. Plus, why the USTA’s directive around President Trump’s U.S. Open appearance is problematic.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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2025 US OPEN RECAP: Alcaraz & Sabalenka Victory, Trump Visits Ashe, "Last American Man", & more
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September 9, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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50 Parting Thoughts From the 2025 U.S. Open
Aryna Sabalenka defended her title in commanding fashion, while Carlos Alcaraz toppled Jannik Sinner with President Trump in attendance.
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September 7, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Aryna Sabalenka Ascends to Another Level in Dominant U.S. Open Victory
It poured outside Arthur Ashe Stadium this afternoon. Under a roof, there was still plenty of thunder and lightning as Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus defended her U
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September 6, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Naomi Osaka’s U.S. Open Upset of Coco Gauff Could Reset Their Trajectories
Osaka’s decisive victory over a sloppy Gauff recalled their famous match at Flushing Meadows from six years ago—and could affect where they go from here.
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September 1, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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Jeļena Ostapenko’s Poor Sportsmanship at U.S. Open Overshadowed a Career Win for Taylor Townsend
A heated handshake at the net and the ensuing drama took away from one of the bigger singles victories of the doubles expert’s career.
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August 28, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Daniil Medvedev’s U.S. Open Meltdown Is Shameful
The 29-year-old’s on-court antics dominated the headlines. Plus, Serena Williams supported Maria Sharapova at the Hall of Fame.
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August 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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U.S. Open 2025 Women’s Seed Report: Picks and Predictions From New York
Iga Świątek will look to ride the momentum from her Wimbledon win, while Aryna Sabalenka searches for her first major title of the year.
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August 21, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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U.S. Open 2025 Men’s Seed Report: Picks and Predictions From New York
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz look poised to meet in another final, adding a chapter to their burgeoning rivalry.
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August 21, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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August 17, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Tips for Enjoying the 2025 U.S. Open: Hacks, Pointers and Recommendations
Who to watch, what to eat and how to get to Flushing Meadows.
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August 17, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: U.S. Open Expectations for Teenage Sensation Victoria Mboko
The 18-year-old’s poise has taken the tennis world by storm with a Canadian Open win.
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August 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Tennis Mailbag: Where Naomi Osaka Goes From Here
The four-time major champion announced that she had parted ways with coach Patrick Mouratoglou following middling results.
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July 30, 2025 at 3:12 PM