ATP Tour

Several high-profile players, including Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz and Jack Draper, have withdrawn from the upcoming Monte Carlo Masters. Organizers confirmed the absences, citing injuries as the main reasons. The tournament, set for April 5-12, will still feature seven of the top 10 ATP-ranked players.

March 31, 2026 Reported by AI

Eighteen-year-old wildcard Karim Bennani claimed his first ATP Tour win by defeating world No. 90 Quentin Halys 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-2 at the Grand Prix Hassan II in Marrakech. The victory ended an eight-year drought for Moroccan players on the tour. Bennani celebrated emotionally by throwing his racket and lying on the clay court amid crowd cheers.

France's 17-year-old Moise Kouame recorded his first ATP victory at the 2026 Miami Open, defeating American Zachary Svajda 5-7, 6-4, 6-4. The win advances him to the Round of 64 and makes him the youngest Masters 1000 match winner since Rafael Nadal in 2003.

March 19, 2026 Reported by AI

Dominic Thiem, the 32-year-old former US Open champion who retired at the end of 2024, has teased a return to tennis in a new capacity. In an Instagram story, he announced news coming on March 23 about continuing his journey by passing on his knowledge and experience.

Alexander Zverev advanced to his maiden semi-final at the BNP Paribas Open with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Arthur Fils. The German's win on Thursday made him the fifth player to reach the last four at all nine ATP Masters 1000 events. He now faces Jannik Sinner for a spot in the final.

March 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Jack Draper, the British No 1, has appointed Jamie Delgado as his new coach, with the aim of winning a Grand Slam. Delgado, who previously worked with Andy Murray and Grigor Dimitrov, believes Draper has the power and potential to challenge top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. The 24-year-old has already achieved significant milestones, including a Masters 1000 title and a US Open semi-final.