Served with Andy Roddick 5 Setter: Alcaraz Injury Scare, WTA Shocks, and Djokovic & Wawrinka Back in Action + more
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Sep 26, 2025 This week dives into the emotional toll on WTA stars Svitolina and Haddad Maia, who end their seasons early due to burnout. Alcaraz faces a concerning ankle injury in Tokyo. The PTPA has expanded its antitrust lawsuit to include the Grand Slams, shaking the tennis community. A heartfelt tribute remembers the influential Nikola Pilić. Plus, Djokovic and Wawrinka gear up for their return to Shanghai, hinting at intriguing age dynamics and competitive spirit in the upcoming matches.
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WTA Stars Step Away For Health
- Both Alina Svitolina and Beatrice Haddad Maia ended their 2025 seasons citing mental and physical exhaustion.
- Their decisions spotlight growing burnout and off-court pressures affecting top WTA players.
Alcaraz Continues After Ankle Scare
- Carlos Alcaraz tweaked his ankle in Tokyo, received immediate treatment, then finished and won his match 6-4, 6-2.
- He described initial worry but later relief once he could walk back to the bench and felt stable.
Slams Added To PTPA Lawsuit
- The PTPA added the four Grand Slams to its antitrust lawsuit to press for accountability across tennis governance.
- This escalation reflects players' broader push for transparency and a larger revenue share from the majors.