Elena Rybakina faces ranking loss while missing Wuhan
Rybakina's foot injury leaves her unable to replace expiring Ningbo points in Wuhan, where Sabalenka can narrow the gap at the top.
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Carlos Alcaraz wins Shanghai opener with a new look
Carlos Alcaraz opened with a straight-sets win in Shanghai, where a more aggressive approach helped him adjust after his Tokyo title.
Mirra Andreeva to Reach No. 3 in Beijing
Mirra Andreeva will reach No. 3 after advancing to the China Open final in Beijing.
Hubert Hurkacz Beats Novak Djokovic in Shanghai
Hubert Hurkacz defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the Shanghai Masters second round.
Alexander Zverev Faces a No. 1 Test
Alexander Zverev is nearing world number one, with his results against the sport's leading players still a central issue.
Carlos Alcaraz Raises Calendar Concerns
Carlos Alcaraz's case for more recovery time is sound, but Jannik Sinner's injury has no clear link to scheduling.
Alexander Zverev Defended After Major Title Debate
Greg Rusedski dismissed claims that Alexander Zverev's two major titles were the product of luck.
Coco Gauff Withdraws From Wuhan Open
Coco Gauff will skip the Wuhan Open after her China Open defeat to Elise Mertens.
Alexander Zverev Closing on No. 1
Alexander Zverev is closing on Jannik Sinner as Djokovic and Alcaraz rise after titles in Asia.
Novak Djokovic Wins China Open as de Minaur Retires
Novak Djokovic claimed the China Open title after Alex de Minaur retired injured in the final.
Daniil Medvedev Defaulted in Beijing
Andy Roddick said Daniil Medvedev's China Open default was the correct response after a spectator was struck.
Daniil Medvedev Apologizes After Beijing Default
Daniil Medvedev apologized after his China Open semifinal against Novak Djokovic ended in a disqualification.