Huge year of sport ahead! 12 storylines to follow in 2025
2025 promises to be another exciting year in the world of sport, with plenty of drama expected and big tournaments to be won. From new signings to title challenges, here are just some of the stories to look forward to over the year ahead...
Ara Bins · 2 months ago · 5 minutes read

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Ranking the top contenders at the 2025 Australian Open
Who are the Australian Open title favorites -- and who are the underdogs? We break it down.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 5 minutes read
All to know about the 2025 Australian Open: Schedule, seeds, prize money
Who are the favourites and when are the finals? Al Jazeera gives a low-down on the year's first tennis Grand Slam.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
2025 Australian Open: A fan's guide to the season's first Grand Slam
Can Coco Gauff or Carlos Alcaraz win their first Australian Open title? Will Novak Djokovic extend his major record? All you need to know.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Fears for future of doubles tennis
The scenes that greeted Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic's doubles matches at the Brisbane International were among the most raucous of the entire week, but seven-time major winner Jamie Murray says doubles is dying.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
The Start Of A New Tennis Season Reveals Rolex’s Firm Grip On The Sport
In 2023, right after Wimbledon, I wrote an article questioning whether there was life for Rolex in tennis after Roger Federer left the sport as an active player. During that year’s Wimbledon, the Swiss maestro received a unique welcome from the English audien…
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
How Indian Tennis Lost Its Way in 2024
AITA President Anil Jain, who was accused of using his position for personal gains, avoided facing a no-confidence motion from the state associations only after he agreed to step aside.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
From top seeds to a long shot: The Americans still playing at the Australian Open
American stars Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are still in the draw at the Australian Open -- but who else is? We break it down.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
The Ex-Tennis Stars Grinding It Out on the Pickleball Tour
Genie Bouchard and other semi-boldfaced names of tennis are finding that tennis success doesn’t always translate to pro pickleball glory.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Our experts pick winners, long shots
Our team offers their picks on who will win the men's and women's Australian Open titles, as well as favorite bets to place.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
The gay tennis players smashing down barriers at the Australian Open 2025
The first Grand Slam event on the 2025 tennis calendar, the Australian Open, got underway in Melbourne on Sunday (12 January), and there are several gay tennis players offering some vital rainbow LGBTQ+ representation. Since the days of trailblazing gay Grand…
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Weekend recap: Canada's Nick Taylor, Felix Auger-Aliassime win trophies
CBC Sports' daily newsletter gets you caught up on some Canadian victories in golf, tennis and junior women's hockey.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Kyrgios can become 'best doubles player in the world'
Nick Kyrgios's singles career could be over after he crashed out of the Australian Open but a leading analyst believes he can still become "the best doubles player in the world".
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Groundhog Day: Tennis Stuck In Same Old Stories Before Australian Open
The Australian Open is the start of a new year of tennis stories. Some familiar names and narratives are on repeat.
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
[PC, Steam] TIEBREAK: Official Game of The ATP and WTA $40.49 (50% off) @ Steam
TIEBREAK is the most lifelike tennis simulation ever released, showcasing the essence of gameplay on court and the challenge of managing a career through an entire season of 90 official tournaments against 120+ officially licensed pros. Each professional wome…
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 1 minute read
Djokovic and the money tennis distributes: "In the United States they take 50 percent of the reve...
Nick Kyrgios was the first to speak out about it this week and Novak Djokovic, his doubles partner in Brisbane, has followed suit. The maverick Canberra player was demanding a bigg
Ara Bins · Created 2 months ago · 1 minute read
Talented teens Andreeva, Fonseca turn heads at Indian Wells
INDIAN WELLS, California : The buzz around talented teenagers Mirra Andreeva and Joao Fonseca continued at Indian Wells on Wednesday, with some of the world's top players tipping the pair to have a major impact on the sport.Russian Andreeva, 17, became the yo…
Ara Bins · Created 25 days ago · 1 minute read
PTPA files lawsuit against sport's governing bodies
LONDON : The Professional Tennis Players' Association (PTPA) has filed a lawsuit against the sport's governing bodies, accusing them of anti-competitive practices and a disregard for player welfare.The PTPA, co-founded by Novak Djokovic in 2019, said on Tuesd…
Ara Bins · Created 14 days ago · 1 minute read
Alcaraz guns for Indian Wells three-peat as Sinner serves ban
INDIAN WELLS, California : Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz is the hot favourite to complete a rare Indian Wells three-peat while Poland's Iga Swiatek will look to become the only woman to win the tournament three times when the main draw gets underway on Wednesday in…
Ara Bins · Created 17 days ago · 1 minute read
Estoril Open back in ATP calendar for 2026, Metz event removed
The Estoril Open will rejoin the ATP circuit next year while Metz will no longer conduct a tournament, the governing body of men's tennis said as it announced a 59-event calendar for the 2026 season.The Estoril tournament, which had been operating under an AT…
Ara Bins · Created about 2 months ago · 1 minute read
'Selfless' Pegula flies rivals to tournament after short turnaround
Facing a short turnaround between tournaments in Austin, Texas, and Indian Wells in California, world number four Jessica Pegula flew her rivals between tournaments on her private jet.
Ara Bins · Created 25 days ago · 1 minute read
How to Stream the 2025 BNP Paribas Open Online
Through March 16, the world's best players are competing in the ATP Tour Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournaments — here's how to watch the matches online.
Ara Bins · Created 17 days ago · 1 minute read
Why winning a junior slam doesn't guarantee stardom
Reaching the top of the junior tennis world should indicate a player is on the path to tennis stardom — but there's a reason why that isn't the case.
Ara Bins · Created about 2 months ago · 1 minute read
Funded by Saudi Arabia, women's tennis players to receive maternity pay for 1st time
Pregnant players on the women's tennis tour now can receive 12 months of paid maternity leave, and those who become parents via partner pregnancy, surrogacy or adoption can get two months off with pay, under a program announced Thursday by the WTA.
Ara Bins · Created 25 days ago · 1 minute read
Top Seed Alexander Zverev Ready To Win Again In Indian Wells
World number two Alexander Zverev, riding high after a runner-up finish to Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open, aims to turn things around at Indian Wells after three tough tournaments in February.
Ara Bins · Created 25 days ago · 1 minute read
Former tennis star who quit to be model now has new career
Former Italian tennis star Camila Giorgi has returned to the court in a new role after sensationally quitting the sport last year to reportedly move to America to become a lingerie model.
Ara Bins · Created about 1 month ago · 1 minute read
Novak Djokovic’s PTPA Union Throws The Book At Tennis Tours
Novak Djokovic's PTPA union has filed a lawsuit against the tennis tours, calling them "a cartel." The ATP and WTA say the claims are baseless.
Ara Bins · Created 12 days ago · 1 minute read
ATP And WTA Try To Net Gen Z: How Tennis Is Targeting Digital Natives
The WTA and ATP want to capture a Gen Z audience. Rule changes are good, but digital content that resonates is key.
Ara Bins · Created 15 days ago · 1 minute read
Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open Celebrates 15 Years Of Equal Pay On International Women’s Day
Recognized not only for its financial commitment but also for its exceptional player experience, Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open continues to stand out as the gold stand...
Ara Bins · Created 17 days ago · 1 minute read
Jack Draper, Mirra Andreeva Upend The Big Names En Route To Indian Wells Titles
Jack Draper, Mirra Andreeva Upend The Big Names En Route To Indian Wells Titles
Ara Bins · Created 15 days ago · 1 minute read
Women's tennis players now are eligible for paid maternity leave financed by Saudi fund
The WTA has introduced a novel maternity leave program, sponsored by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, offering 12 months of paid leave for pregnant players and two months for those becoming parents through other means. The program supports over 300 play…
Ara Bins · Created 25 days ago · 1 minute read
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