Davis Cup: Great Britain lead Germany in quarter-finals after Dan Evans win

Great Britain make the perfect start in their Davis Cup quarter-final as Dan Evans thrashes German opponent Peter Gojowczyk in the opening rubber.

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Davis Cup Finals: Great Britain ready for Germany in quarter-finals

Great Britain's players are "bouncing" going into the Davis Cup quarter-final against Germany on Tuesday, says captain Leon Smith.

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Novak Djokovic unlikely to play at Australian Open over Covid-19 vaccination rules says player's father

Novak Djokovicis is unlikely to play at the Australian Open because of rules over Covid-19 vaccinations, according to his father Srdjan Djokovic.

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Davis Cup Finals: Kazakhstan & Croatia through, Australia out

Kazakhstan reach the Davis Cup quarter-finals with a comfortable win over Canada, while Croatia also go through at the expense of Australia.

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US Open winner Emma Raducanu beats Romania's Elena-Gabriela Ruse in an exhibition match

Watch the best bits of US Open winner Emma Raducanu's exhibition match against her friend Romania's Elena-Gabriela Ruse in at the Albert Hall.

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Davis Cup Finals: Great Britain's Dan Evans loses to Czech Republic's Tomas Machac

Great Britain's bid to reach the last eight at the Davis Cup Finals suffers a blow as Dan Evans loses the opening match against the Czech Republic.

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Davis Cup Finals: Sweden beaten by Kazakhstan; Australia level with Hungary

Sweden are defeated by Kazakhstan in the group stages of the 2021 Davis Cup Finals.

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Davis Cup: Dan Evans gives Great Britain 1-0 lead over France

Dan Evans battles past Adrian Mannarino to give Great Britain a 1-0 lead over France in their Davis Cup tie.

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Davis Cup: Novak Djokovic helps Serbia to victory over Austria in first group game

World number one Novak Djokovic needs just one hour to see off Dennis Novak and help Serbia beat Austria on the second day of the Davis Cup.

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Emma Raducanu: BBC to broadcast Briton's Champions Tennis exhibition match on Sunday

Emma Raducanu's first home match since her historic US Open victory will be broadcast on the BBC on Sunday.

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Question of Sport quiz: Can you smash this week's tennis-themed questions?

To mark Johanna Konta's appearance on this week's Question of Sport, see how you get on in our tennis-themed quiz.

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Davis Cup Finals: Move to Abu Dhabi would be 'selling soul' - Lleyton Hewitt

Australia's Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt says moving the competition to Abu Dhabi would be "selling the soul" of it.

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Emma Raducanu named Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year after US Open triumph

Tennis star Emma Raducanu is named Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year after her historic US Open victory.

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Davis Cup: Spain's Carlos Alcaraz tests positive for Covid-19 on first day

Carlos Alcaraz will not play for Spain in the Davis Cup Finals after testing positive for coronavirus on the first day of the competition.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas focused on 'healthier and happier future' after right elbow surgery

World number four Stefanos Tsitsipas says he is "focused on a healthier and happier future" after having surgery on his right elbow.

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Davis Cup Finals 2021: Great Britain aiming to reach Madrid final

Great Britain go into this week's Davis Cup Finals with each team member having enjoyed the "best year of their careers", says doubles player Joe Salisbury.

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Australian Open: Novak Djokovic 'will not want to miss' shot at record 21st Grand Slam win

Novak Djokovic will not want to miss the chance to win a record 21st Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, says tournament director Craig Tiley.

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Davis Cup Finals set to move to Abu Dhabi

The Davis Cup Finals are poised to move to Abu Dhabi in a five-year deal, which is set to be rubber-stamped at a board meeting next week.

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Peng Shuai: Criticism of IOC response 'complete rubbish', says Dick Pound

Criticism of the International Olympic Committee's handling of the Peng Shuai situation is "complete nonsense", says senior IOC official Dick Pound.

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Peng Shuai: China says tennis star case maliciously hyped up

As questions remain over the tennis star's wellbeing, China insists it is not a diplomatic matter.

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Andy Murray & Emma Raducanu to play in Mubadala World Tennis Championship

Britons Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will take part in the Mubadala World Tennis Championship exhibition event in December.

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Wheelchair Tennis: Five-time Grand Slam champion Alfie Hewett can continue under new classification rules

Alfie Hewett says he "hasn't stopped smiling" since being told he can continue his wheelchair tennis career.

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ATP: The men's tour limit toilet breaks for next season

Players on the ATP Tour are limited to bathroom breaks of no more than 3 minutes from the start of next season.

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Peng Shuai: WTA says concerns remain for Chinese tennis star after IOC call

Peng Shuai disappeared from the public eye after making sex assault allegations against a Chinese official.

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Peng Shuai: Chinese tennis star tells Olympic officials she is safe

Peng Shuai disappeared from the public eye after making sex assault allegations against a Chinese minister.

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Alexander Zverev beats Daniil Medvedev to win ATP Finals title

Alexander Zverev outplays Daniil Medvedev in a dominant display in Turin to win his second ATP Finals title.

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ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram lose to Nicolas Mahut & Pierre-Hugues Herbert

Joe Salisbury misses out on becoming the first Briton to win the ATP Finals doubles title after losing in Sunday's final alongside American Rajeev Ram.

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Peng Shuai: Video claims to show tennis player at tournament

A state media video claims to show her as a guest at a tournament, amid concerns for her wellbeing.

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ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic loses to Alexander Zverev in Turin semi-finals

Novak Djokovic's quest for a record-equalling sixth ATP Finals title is ended by Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals.

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Peng Shuai: New video 'insufficient' evidence of Chinese player's welfare - WTA

A video claiming to show Chinese player Peng Shuai out with friends is "insufficient" evidence of her welfare, says Women's Tennis Association chief Steve Simon.

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ATP Final: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram win Turin semi-final

Joe Salisbury is the first Briton to reach the ATP Finals doubles final after winning through in Turin with American partner Rajeev Ram.

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Australian Open 2022: Unvaccinated players unable to compete at Grand Slam

Unvaccinated players will not be allowed to compete at the 2022 Australian Open, says tournament director Craig Tiley.

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Peng Shuai: US 'deeply concerned' over Chinese tennis star

Peng Shuai, 35, has not been heard from since she accused a top Chinese official of sexual assault.

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Peng Shuai: Still no direct contact with Chinese player after sex assault claims - WTA

Peng Shuai has still not directly been in contact with the WTA, which says "no amount of money" would stop the tour pulling events out of China.

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ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram into Turin semi-finals

Britain's Joe Salisbury and his American partner Rajeev Ram seal their place in the last four of the ATP Finals doubles.

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Peng Shuai: Serena Williams says case 'must be investigated'

Serena Williams says the case of Chinese player Peng Shuai "must be investigated" and urged people "not to stay silent" about her welfare.

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ATP Finals 2021: Alexander Zverev to face Novak Djokovic in Turin

Germany's Alexander Zverev will face world number one Novak Djokovic in the ATP Finals last four after a straight-set win over Poland's Hubert Hurkacz.

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Melbourne's Ashes Test and Australian Open will welcome capacity crowds

England's Test match against Australia in Melbourne and next year's Australian Open tennis tournament will welcome full crowds after the easing of Covid-19 restrictions in the state of Victoria.

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WTA Finals: Garbine Muguruza beats Anett Kontaveit to win season-ending tournament

Garbine Muguruza beats Anett Kontaveit in straight sets to win her first WTA Finals title in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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Peng Shuai: Doubt cast on email from Chinese tennis star

The head of the WTA says he has a "hard time believing" email attributed to Peng Shuai is from her.

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Cameron Norrie to make ATP Finals debut after Stefanos Tsitsipas pulls out

Britain's Cameron Norrie will make his debut at the ATP Finals after Stefanos Tsitsipas withdraws injured from the event in Turin.

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Jordanne Whiley announces retirement from wheelchair tennis

Britain's 13-time Grand Slam champion Jordanne Whiley has announced her retirement from wheelchair tennis, saying she leaves with "no regrets and a heart filled with pride".

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Roger Federer says he is unlikely to play Wimbledon and will miss Australian Open

Roger Federer says he is unlikely to play Wimbledon next year and has confirmed he will miss the Australian Open as he recovers from injury.

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Naomi Osaka voices concern over Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai

Peng Shuai has not been heard from since she made sexual assault allegations against a Chinese official.

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WTA Finals: Garbine Muguruza beats Paula Badosa to reach final in Mexico

Garbine Muguruza powers past Paula Badosa in Mexico to become the first Spaniard in 28 years to reach the final of the WTA Finals.

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Matteo Berrettini withdraws from ATP Finals after injury

Matteo Berrettini withdraws from the ATP Finals after failing to recover from an abdominal injury that forced him to retire from his opening match.

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Emma Raducanu to play Elena-Gabriela Ruse at Champions Tennis event at Royal Albert Hall

US Open champion Emma Raducanu will end her season with an exhibition match against Elena-Gabriela Ruse in front of home fans in London later this month.

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Kyle Edmund to miss Battle of the Brits event with knee issue

Kyle Edmund will miss next month's Battle of the Brits event in Scotland because of ongoing knee issues.

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Davis Cup Finals: Great Britain name Liam Broady as final member of five-man squad

Great Britain name Liam Broady as the final member of their five-man squad for the Davis Cup Finals.

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ATP Finals: Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram beat Jamie Murray & Bruno Soares in Turin

Joe Salisbury earns victory over Jamie Murray as the only two Britons involved in the ATP Finals go head-to-head at the doubles event in Turin.

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Roger Federer set to miss Australian Open but wants to continue playing

Roger Federer is set to miss January's Australian Open but is not planning to retire from tennis at the moment, says his coach.

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ATP Next Gen Finals: Which new rules should top-level tennis adopt?

Short sets, quick toilet trips & on-court coaching - do the innovative ATP Next Gen Finals offer a glimpse into tennis' future? Vote for which rule you would like to see adopted.

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ATP Finals 2021: Italy's Matteo Berrettini injured against Alexander Zverev in Turin

Italy's Matteo Berrettini breaks down in tears after injury forces him to retire from his opening ATP Finals match in front of a passionate Turin crowd.

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Peng Shuai: Chinese tennis star 'deserves to be heard' on sexual assault claims - WTA

Chinese player Peng Shuai deserves "to be heard, not censored" after publicly accusing the country's former vice-premier of sexual assault, says the Women's Tennis Association.

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ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic targets sixth title as event moves to Turin

Novak Djokovic says he feels fresher going into next week's ATP Finals than in previous years as he chases a record-equalling sixth title.

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Emma Raducanu: England head coach Eddie Jones says "distraction" comments were not a criticism

England head coach Eddie Jones says his comments about player "distractions" were not a criticism of US Open tennis champion Emma Raducanu.

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Dan Evans loses Stockholm Open quarter-final before Andy Murray in action

Dan Evans lets slip a one-set lead as he loses to Frances Tiafoe in the Stockholm Open quarter-finals.

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Climate change: Dominic Thiem's passion for the planet

Dominic Thiem, the 2020 US Open champion, tells BBC Radio 5 Live about how he became passionate about the planet.

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Dan Evans advances at Stockholm Open as Andy Murray prepares to face Jannik Sinner

Britain's Dan Evans is through to the Stockholm Open quarter-finals and Andy Murray will seek to join him there on Wednesday.

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Andy Murray through in Stockholm Open & faces Jannik Sinner

Britain's Andy Murray keeps his 2021 season going with a straight-set win over Norway's Viktor Durasovic in the Stockholm Open first round.

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Emma Raducanu new coach: Torben Beltz as new coach

Britain's Emma Raducanu is set to work with Torben Beltz, who coached Angelique Kerber when she won two Grand Slams in 2016.

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Dylan Alcott: World number one wheelchair tennis player to retire after Australian Open

World number one Dylan Alcott will retire after January's Australian Open, where he will seek an eighth successive wheelchair quad singles title.

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Venus & Serena Williams speak to BBC Radio 5 Live on breaking boundaries for future generations

Venus Williams tells 5 Live's Rick Edwards she hopes future generations of tennis players do not have to focus "on the colour of their skin".

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Marcus Smith: Eddie Jones warns of 'distractions' and says Emma Raducanu 'hasn't done so well'

England head coach Eddie Jones warns fly-half Marcus Smith of the "flood of distractions" that may come his way - comparing them to those faced by US Open winner Emma Raducanu.

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Britain's Alfie Hewett completes double at season-ending Wheelchair Masters

Alfie Hewett beats Argentina's Gustavo Fernandez to claim the men's singles title at the season-ending Wheelchair Masters in Orlando.

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Emma Raducanu confident of having new coach in place for 2022

Emma Raducanu says she will have a new coach in place for January's Australian Open.

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Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic wins a record sixth title

World number one Novak Djokovic completes a terrific week by setting two more records in winning the Paris Masters on Sunday.

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Billie Jean King Cup 2021: Russia beat Switzerland to win revamped Fed Cup

Russia beat Switzerland to lift the trophy in its first contest since being rebranded from the Fed Cup.

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Novak Djokovic claims record seventh year-end number one ranking

Novak Djokovic beats Poland's Hubert Hurkacz to reach the Paris Masters final and secure a record seventh year-end number one ranking.

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Billie Jean King Cup 2022: GB draw Czech Republic in qualifying round

Great Britain draw 11-time champions Czech Republic in the 2022 Billie Jean King Cup qualifying round.

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Cameron Norrie cannot qualify for ATP Finals after Hubert Hurkacz takes last spot

British number one Cameron Norrie can no longer qualify for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin after Poland's Hubert Hurkacz secured the last spot.

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Paris Masters: Cameron Norrie loses to Taylor Fritz as ATP finals bid takes a blow

British men's number one Cameron Norrie sees his hopes of qualifying for the ATP finals take a blow after a straight-set loss to American Taylor Fritz in Paris.

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Paris Masters: Cameron Norrie beats Reilly Opelka to maintain ATP Finals bid

British men's number one Cameron Norrie stays in the hunt for an ATP Finals spot with a straight-set victory over American Reilly Opelka in Paris.

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Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic beats Marton Fucsovics on singles return

Novak Djokovic marks his return to the singles court with a hard-fought win in his Paris Masters opener against Hungary's Marton Fucsovics.

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Rafael Nadal plans to return to tennis in Abu Dhabi in December

Rafael Nadal hopes to return from injury in Abu Dhabi in December before competing at the Australian Open early next year.

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Paris Masters: Cameron Norrie wins, Andy Murray & Dan Evans play later

British men's number one Cameron Norrie continues his bid to reach the ATP Finals with a solid opening win at the Paris Masters.

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Ons Jabeur: Tunisian 'honoured' by support after breaking into WTA top 10

Tunisian tennis player Ons Jabeur on breaking into the world's top 10 and her admiration for football star Cristiano Ronaldo.

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