Tennis world news
29
Oct
With the Davis Cup explained in brief: founded in 1900 as a competition between Great Britain and the USA, it has grown into the world’s largest annual international men’s tennis event.
160 nations entered the 2026 edition, and the Davis Cup is the tennis equivalent of the World Cup. After a series of qualifiers and World Group playoffs, the season culminates with the Final 8, where eight nations play in one city.
The 2026 Final will be played at the SuperTennis Arena in Bologna, Italy, from 24 to 29 November. Our Davis Cup explained page discusses the qualifying format, including how...
27
Oct
Modern table tennis games are normally played to 11 points. A player or pair must win by at least two clear points, and every rally awards a point, regardless of who served. Service normally changes every two points, but from 10–10 it alternates after every point. This article covers table tennis scoring rules, including how scoring works, what happens at deuce, service rotation, games within a match and doubles scoring. The same table tennis scoring rules apply in singles and doubles, whether at a local club or an international tournament.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
How Does Table Tennis Scoring Work?
Every rally in table tennis...
26
Oct
Table tennis is played in singles or doubles, with players hitting the ball across a net using rackets. The aim is to win points by making a legal return that the opponent cannot successfully return. The table tennis rules cover scoring, serving, legal returns, lets, doubles play and common faults. Official international rules are governed by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF). This guide explains the basics for beginners. It also explains what players need to know to follow a match, including how points, games and matches are decided.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
What Are the Basic Rules of Table Tennis?
Table tennis can be...
07
Oct
The Shanghai Masters draw was made on Monday 5 October and set the bracket for one of the biggest tennis tournaments of the year, and the last of the Asian swing. The Rolex Shanghai Masters is played at the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena from 7 to 18 October. The draw consists of 96 players in the singles draw and leads to the final on Sunday, the 18th, where the winner is crowned.
Below, on this page, you can find the confirmed top seeds, an explanation of how byes work, and an introduction to wild cards and qualifier slots. In...
07
Oct
The Shanghai Masters is the final stop in the ATP Masters 1000 calendar before Europe’s indoor season starts and the biggest event of the Asian hard-court swing. Staged at the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena in one of China’s busiest metropolises, the 2026 Masters edition is set to run from 7 to 18 October, with the singles final culminating festivities on Sunday, 18th. The event is officially known as the Rolex Shanghai Masters and awards 1,000 ranking points to the champion, plus $1,151,380. Jannik Sinner has announced his withdrawal, leaving the top much more open. The title in 2025...
29
Sep
Good tennis strategies win matches where raw power or talent aren’t enough. The best strategy depends on where a player and their opponent stand, which shots they choose, the opponent’s strengths, weaknesses, and tendencies, and whether it’s a singles or doubles match. A player who understands the basics can beat a stronger hitter by simply having better decision-making, thanks to more polished tennis tactics.
This guide explains what strategy means in tennis and core principles that work in every situation. We’ll also share how approach changes between singles and doubles. The finishing touches will cover the most common mistakes and...
29
Sep
The China Open draw sets the path and dictates the matchups for one of the strongest WTA and solid ATP fields of the Asian swing. Officially the China Open, the Beijing-bound event mixes a WTA 1000 women’s singles and ATP 500 men’s tournaments at the National Tennis Centre. The 2026 edition will commence on 30 September, with the men’s final set for 6 October, while the women’s final will culminate the fortnight on 11 October.
This page tracks the draw and highlights: how it works, how the women’s and men’s fields differ, and introduces key contenders from both draws. This...
28
Sep
The China Open is a headline stop in the Asian hard-court swing, taking place in autumn, soon after the US Open. For 2026, the tournament runs from 30 September until 6 October for men and 11 October for women. That difference is because it’s an ATP 500 and a WTA 1000 event, held at the National Tennis Center in Beijing.
This page will bring together the China Open schedule, explain the daily order of play, and host the main tournament information and UK viewing details, all in one place. You can also follow the action and find markets on the...
21
Sep
Bridging the gap between entry-level competitions and the Masters 1000 series, ATP 500 tournaments are mid-tier events that hold sway in the men’s tennis calendar.
The 2026 ATP Tour calendar incorporates 16 ATP 500 events, and they are wide-ranging, taking place on hard, clay, and grass courts. Attracting a strong field, the ATP 500 series can provide a springboard for a player’s season.
Within this guide, we will tackle the importance of ATP 500 competitions. We have explored tournament list compositions, points breakdown, and how ATP 500 events compare with their Masters 1000 and ATP 250 counterparts.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
What Are ATP 500 Tournaments?
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