8 h. ago Jannik Sinner retires with cramp to give Griekspoor victory at Shanghai Masters

Heat and humidity force Italian out in third setAmanda Anisimova wins China Open in BeijingJannik Sinner was forced to retire from his third-round match at the Shanghai Masters against Tallon Griekspoor, the 27th seed, after ­suffering from cramps in humid ­conditions while trailing the Dutchman 6-7 (3), 7-5, 3-2.In the final weeks of a long, arduous season for all, the conditions in Shanghai have been severe this past week, particularly on Sunday as ­players tried to compete in 90% humidity. Many struggled badly. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Jannik Sinner requires assistance leaving court after retirement in Shanghai

The world No 2 suffered severe cramp and was forced to pull out of his match against Tallon Griekspoor

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10 h. ago Jannik Sinner helped out of stadium after retiring from Shanghai Masters clash

The defending Shanghai Masters champion Jannik Sinner has withdrawn midway through his third-round match against Tallen Griekspoor after being unable to continue

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15 h. ago Wimbledon finalist's Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner comparison speaks volumes about rivals

Jasmine Paolini has been a regular fixture in the world's top 10 and the Italian star has watched Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner's rivalry closely throughout the year

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19 h. ago Novak Djokovic retirement timeline predicted as tennis legend's message speaks volumes

Novak Djokovic has not won a Grand Slam title since the 2023 US Open and has been plagued by physical problems throughout 2025, with the Serb turning 39 next year

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47 h. ago Chinese military 'could use Jannik Sinner's brain data for military projects'

Tennis star Jannik Sinner's brain data could be used in future Chinese military projects, it has been claimed

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50 h. ago Jannik Sinner's brain data ‘could be used by China military’

Jannik Sinner is one of a number of elite athletes who has reportedly used a headband that has been linked to the Chinese military

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61 h. ago Jannik Sinner admits increasing problem after moving possessions into parents' home

Jannik Sinner won his third trophy of the year defeating Learner Tien in the China Open final on Wednesday, with the Italian tennis ace admitting he's running out of space for silverware

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3 d. ago 'Where am I safe?': UK court ruling leaves trans people's lives in turmoil

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4 d. ago Shanghai Masters boiled over with three stars involved in umpire rows

The Shanghai Masters has returned as Jannik Sinner aims to defend his title, but last year's tournament was marred by numerous players arguing with umpires

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4 d. ago Sonay Kartal pulls off biggest win of career to stun world No 5 Mirra Andreeva

Victory in Beijing sees Briton reach quarter-finals Jannik Sinner clinches his third title of 2025Sonay Kartal put together the best performance of her burgeoning career to outlast the world No 5 Mirra Andreeva across three gruelling sets, winning 7-5, 2-6, 7-5 after two hours and 25 minutes to reach her first WTA 1000 quarter-final at the China Open.The victory in Beijing marks Kartal’s first defeat of a top 10 opponent, a statement result as she rises up the rankings. Standing at just 5ft 4in (163cm) in a sport dominated by strong, imposing athletes, one of the most common questions surrounding Kartal’s career has been whether her game is too underpowered to trouble the elite. The Briton’s efforts on Wednesday provided a convincing answer to those questions. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago China Open: Jannik Sinner claims first ATP title since Wimbledon with Beijing triumph

World No1 was playing his first tournament since his US Open final defeat

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4 d. ago Jannik Sinner clinches first title since Wimbledon with China Open triumph

Italian swats aside American Learner Tien 6-2, 6-224-year-old’s first title on the regular tour this seasonJannik Sinner continued to piece together one of the greatest seasons of his career as he clinched his 21st career title at the China Open with a comfortable 6-2, 6-2 victory over Learner Tien.Sinner’s victory marks his third title of 2025 after winning the Australian Open and Wimbledon earlier this year. The Italian’s record now stands at 42-5 (89%) this year and he has reached the final in seven of eight tournaments, including all four grand slams. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Jannik Sinner beats Learner Tien in Beijing to claim first title since Wimbledon

The world number two matched Japan Open champion Carlos Alcaraz by winning another title.

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4 d. ago Jannik Sinner v Learner Tien live: China Open final result as Italian responds to Carlos Alcaraz shock

Sinner responded to Carlos Alcaraz’s victory in the Japan Open final, which was followed by his withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters

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4 d. ago Jannik Sinner v Learner Tien live: China Open final latest score and updates

Sinner looks to respond to Carlos Alcaraz’s victory in the Japan Open final, which was followed by his withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters

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5 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz’s fury at time violation in Japan Open final win over Taylor Fritz

Alcaraz defeated Fritz 6-4 6-4 to continue his dominance in men’s tennis

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5 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz fury at time violation in Japan Open final win over Taylor Fritz

Alcaraz defeated Fritz 6-4 6-4 to continue his dominance in men’s tennis.

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6 d. ago Jannik Sinner made to ‘fight’ as he sets up Alex de Minaur clash at China Open

The Italian battled past Fabian Marozsan to reach the China Open semi-finals

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8 d. ago Minnesota’s Reeve suspended for WNBA playoff game after referee tirade

Lynx coach fined, barred after Game 3 ejectionLeague cites verbal abuse, postgame commentsAssistants Thibault and Brunson also finedThe WNBA suspended Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve for one game for her behavior and comments during and following the Lynx’s 84-76 loss to the Phoenix Mercury on Friday night.“Her conduct and comments included aggressively pursuing and verbally abusing a game official on the court, failure to leave the court in a timely manner upon her ejection with 21.8 seconds to play in the fourth quarter, inappropriate comments made to fans when exiting the court, and remarks made in a post-game press conference,” the league said in a statement Saturday. Continue reading...

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