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Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player, currently the defending Wimbledon men’s singles champion. Known for his dynamic, aggressive baseliner style, powerful forehand, and exceptional athleticism, he became the youngest world No. 1 in ATP history. Alcaraz has secured five Grand Slam titles, including the US Open, French Open, and two Wimbledon championships, achieving a "Career Surface Slam" by winning majors on all three surfaces. He recently earned a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, further cementing his status as a top player with remarkable mental fortitude and an impressive winning streak.

Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal from Montreal was noteworthy, given the world No 1 had chance to claim all nine ATP 1000 titles in a single ‌season, having won the first five. Photo: Xinhua

ATP

Canadian Open raises concerns over late pullouts after Sinner, Djokovic withdraw

Absence ⁠of top players from ATP 1000 events, especially at this stage of season, has become ⁠broader issue for tennis, says event’s director.

25 Jul 2026 - 4:36PM

Wimbledon

Alexander Zverev unfazed by potential Wimbledon lion’s den for Arthur Fery clash

9 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM

Wimbledon

Sinner begins defence of Wimbledon title as Sabalenka seeks first major of 2026

28 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM

Timepieces

Rolex celebrates 100 years of the Oyster, its first waterproof wristwatch

‘Oyster Story’ traces the history of the brand’s first waterproof wristwatch, from Mercedes Gleitze’s English Channel ‘vindication swim’ to modern horological marvels.

12 Jun 2026 - 1:17PM

The Octagonal Rolex Oyster from 1926. Photo: Handout

Style Edit

Style Edit: Rolex powers tennis’ history-makers at the 125th French Open

The tournament at Roland-Garros features 3 of last year’s singles finalists: Rolex Testimonees Jannik Sinner and Coco Gauff, and Aryna Sabalenka.

26 May 2026 - 10:00AM

French Open

French Open: Sinner primed for career grand slam in absence of Alcaraz

Italian could become ninth man to complete set of all majors, emulating his great Spanish rival, who achieved feat at Australian Open.

19 May 2026 - 8:56PM

ATP

Reigning 2-time champion Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury

World No 1 Jannik Sinner said he hoped the Spaniard would be back playing in time for the year’s third grand slam at Wimbledon.

25 Apr 2026 - 1:01PM

Carlos Alcaraz triumphed at Roland Garros in 2024 and 2025, beating Jannik Sinner last year in the longest French Open final in history. Photo: AFP

ATP

Carlos Alcaraz ready to ‘get socks dirty again’ with return to clay at Monte Carlo

The 22-year-old Spaniard hopes to play a full clay-court schedule before Roland Garros, where the ‌main draw begins on May 24.

7 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM

Aryna Sabalenka

Miami Open: Alcaraz out again; Zheng to face Sabalenka, explains ‘2-coach’ deal

Spaniard is knocked out early for second year running, while China’s No 1 wins first match against top 20 player since elbow surgery.

23 Mar 2026 - 10:21PM

ATP

Coleman Wong stays cool in face of outburst to reach last 8 of Challenger event

Hongkonger ignores Bosnian Damir Dzumhur’s tirade to again come back from a set down at Copa Cap Cana tournament in Dominican Republic.

13 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Coleman Wong’s win over world No 64 Dzumhur was his second from one set down in two days after he beat Argentine Roman Andres Burruchaga, the world No 98, on Monday. Photo: Eugene Lee

Yu Zidi

China teen sensation Yu becomes youngest ever to receive Laureus nomination

Yu Zidi up for Breakthrough of the Year Award, while Hong Kong charity Rugby for Good also gets a nod in Sport for Good category.

4 Mar 2026 - 12:39AM

Yu Zidi became the youngest swimmer ever to win a medal at the World Aquatics Championships. Photo: Reuters

ATP

Coleman Wong poised for career high despite narrow defeat at Delray Beach Open

The 21-year-old lost in three sets in the quarter-final in the US, with his next tournament set to be an ATP 500 event in Mexico.

21 Feb 2026 - 3:19PM

Australian Open

Alcaraz beats Djokovic in Australian Open final, completes career grand slam

Carlos Alcaraz wins in four sets in Melbourne to add year’s first major to his stellar collection. Novak Djokovic still chasing record 25th title.

1 Feb 2026 - 8:54PM

Australian Open

Djokovic, Alcaraz have tennis history in their sights in Australian Open final

One is aiming for record of most majors and oldest man to win one, while the other is aiming to be youngest man to complete career Grand Slam.

1 Feb 2026 - 8:00AM

Carlos Alcaraz (right) and Novak Djokovic last played each other in the semifinals of the US Open in September 2025, when Alcaraz won 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 on his way to winning the title. Photo: AFP

Australian Open

Djokovic rolls back years to down Sinner in five-set epic, Alcaraz next in final

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record 25th grand slam title after stunning reigning Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.

30 Jan 2026 - 11:09PM

Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz fends off Alexander Zverev in epic Australian Open semi-final match

The Spaniard will next face either two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner or 10-time Australian Open finalist Novak Djokovic.

30 Jan 2026 - 5:59PM

Australian Open

Novak Djokovic faces tough test in Jannik Sinner in Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz plays Alexander Zverev in the other semi-final, with the Spaniard aiming to be the youngest man to complete a career grand slam.

30 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Alcaraz sweeps into first Melbourne semi, Gauff out in 59 minutes

Top-seed to face last year’s runner-up Zverev, while Gauff is upset after being filmed smashing racquet; China’s Zhang into doubles last 8.

27 Jan 2026 - 9:29PM

Spanish world No 1 Carlos Alcaraz brushed aside home hope Alex de Minaur at Rod Laver Arena on Tuesday. Photo: Xinhua

Australian Open

Australian Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic into last 8 as Sabalenka faces hot prospect

Top seed Spaniard was in ominous touch and Serb legend gets a walkover as both Hong Kong Open champions finally bow out and on same day.

25 Jan 2026 - 7:59PM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Hong Kong champs Mboko, Bublik make history; Alcaraz, Gauff win

Latest winners in city get to fourth round while men’s top seed steps up bid for maiden Melbourne title with win in 100th grand slam match.

24 Jan 2026 - 3:55AM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Sabalenka beats Chinese qualifier, Alcaraz wins, Bublik in form

Belarusian’s win over world No 702 Bai Zhuoxuan pits her next against Anastasia Potapova, who knocked out 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

21 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM

Belarus’ Aryna Sabalenka (right) shakes hands with China’s Bai Zhuoxuan after winning their second-round match. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Australian Open: no Venus fairy tale as Alcaraz, Sabalenka win opening matches

Hong Kong Open champion Alexander Bublik also advances, as does Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan, though compatriot Zhang Zhizhen is out.

18 Jan 2026 - 10:09PM

Venus Williams of the US waves as she leaves the court after her first-round loss to Serbia’s Olga Danilovic. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Jay Chou out early at ‘One Point Slam’ as amateur stuns Sinner on way to winning

Mandarin pop idol among celebrity wild cards in 48-strong field for Australian Open warm-up event that also starred the top professionals.

15 Jan 2026 - 8:44AM

Australian Open

Mandarin pop star Jay Chou to take on top pros at Australian Open ‘Slam’ event

The singer, who has committed to donating all his winnings to charity, admits he is nervous about losing quickly or failing to touch the ball.

13 Jan 2026 - 5:30PM

Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open

Jerry Shang casts doubt on Hong Kong return, Bublik rues loss of easy matches

Chinese star suffers with sore throat during defeat after injury withdrawal last year, Marcos Giron through to face No 2 seed Bublik.

9 Jan 2026 - 9:26PM

Alexander Bublik unleashes a forehand during his victory over Jerry Shang. Photo: Elson Li

Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open

Impressive Borges ends ex-world No 3 Marin Cilic’s Hong Kong Open campaign

Portuguese says he plans to use the break in his schedule to ‘see a little bit of Hong Kong’ before refocusing on his quarter-final.

7 Jan 2026 - 9:44PM

Nuno Borges said his two victories in Hong Kong had boosted his confidence heading into the Australian Open. Photo: Handout

ATP

Alcaraz, Sinner set to elevate rivalry, Sabalenka chasing more grand slams

The new season gets under way on Friday with the mixed-teams United Cup in Perth and Sydney, featuring Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev.

31 Dec 2025 - 1:15PM

ATP

Year in tennis: ‘Sincaraz’ split men’s grand slams while 4 share women’s titles

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner carve up grand slams for second straight year while women’s game showcases depth and drama.

26 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM

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