Served with Andy Roddick 5 SETTER: Hewitt Suspension, US Open Viewership, & More
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Sep 12, 2025 This week in racket sports, a season-ending injury sidelines Jack Draper, while Daniil Medvedev explores new coaching avenues. Controversy brews with Leighton Hewitt’s suspension amid Davis Cup drama. On a brighter note, the US Open sees a significant surge in viewership, drawing in more fans than ever. Plus, celebrate Tokito Oda's milestone as he becomes the youngest wheelchair tennis player to achieve a career golden slam. Tune in for all the latest buzz in tennis, padel, and pickleball!
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Draper's Season-Ending Injury
- Jack Draper announced he'll sit out the rest of 2025 with a left arm bone bruise after withdrawing from the US Open.
- He had built momentum earlier in the year with an Indian Wells title and multiple finals before the injury halted his season.
Medvedev's Coaching Reset
- Daniil Medvedev split with his longtime coach and added Thomas Johansson and Rohan Getska to reset after a rough 2025 run.
- The changes aim to rebuild momentum after Medvedev slipped to world No. 18 with just one Grand Slam match win this year.
Hewitt Suspended Pending Appeal
- Leighton Hewitt received a two-week ITIA suspension over an alleged push of an anti-doping official and he denies the claim.
- Hewitt plans to appeal and could still attend the upcoming Davis Cup tie while the appeal is pending.