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Jannik Sinner confirms he's dating model Laila in sweet speech; Alexander Zverev called out for shading Carlos Alcaraz

Eugenie Bouchard left hanging with salty handshake from opponent

October 27, 2025

Hello! Welcome to another day of fascinating tennis action. Another day of blockbuster matches on the cards, another day of top players fighting like their lives depended on it. And as always, another day of drama, on the court and off the court.

We, at Sportskeeda, have hand-picked the best news stories of the day, from what we believe to be the most interesting topics to catch your eye. You can always visit our website to see the full selection of the day's happenings.

Without further ado, this is Match Point for today:

TOP SEED

Jannik Sinner officially confirms he is dating model Laila Hasanovic in sweet Vienna victory speech to girlfriend and parents

Jannik Sinner won the 2025 Erste Bank Open title on Sunday. After the final, the Italian confirmed that he is dating model Laila Hasanovic. Sinner took on 2021 champion Alexander Zverev in the title clash. After losing the first set 6-3, the World No. 2 bounced back to take the second by the same scoreline. The third set was much tighter, with both players tied at 5-5 before Sinner broke serve and clinched the title.

HAWKEYE

ATP rankings update: Jannik Sinner closes in on No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz after Vienna triumph, Casper Ruud & Felix Auger-Aliassime return to the top 10

Aryna Sabalenka & Iga Swiatek face massive points penalty for missing mandatory tournaments in bizarre WTA rankings update 

Weeks after Roger Federer & Alexander Zverev's controversial complaints, Paris Masters director makes "slower" court speed confession

BEYOND THE BASELINE

Ben Shelton's girlfriend Trinity Rodman shares sweet reaction as his sister Emma lives out her 'fall dreams' during scenic Montreal trip

PICTURES: Leylah Fernandez, Victoria Mboko, Alexandra Eala and Maya Joint turn up the glamor at Hong Kong Open player party night in group selfies

With just 1 week left for WTA Finals, Aryna Sabalenka still in vacation mood with boyfriend Georgios in Dubai

SPILL THE TEA

"Alexander Zverev couldn't respect Carlos Alcaraz less" - Spaniard's fans blast German over 'best player' claim about Jannik Sinner after Vienna loss

"So unprofessional" - Fans slam Elena Rybakina for withdrawing from Tokyo SF hours after qualifying for WTA Finals

SERVE AND VOLLEY - OLD SCHOOL

"It has always annoyed me when people said Steffi Graf ruined her youth" - When German's mom Heidi set the record straight on her daughter's childhood

Steffi Graf's mother Heidi, once firmly clarified the misconceptions surrounding her daughter's childhood. She refuted the claims that Graf's success had come at the expense of her youth and instead shed light on the former World No. 1's happy adolescence.

SOCIAL SLAM

Howdy Tennis

Stan Wawrinka reminds everyone — it’s not about titles, it’s about heart ❤️‍🔥 #stanwawrinka

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Today's Top Quote

"Novak Djokovic's not denying the negative thoughts" - Matthew McConaughey & Joe Rogan in awe of Serb's mental strength

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