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Carlos Alcaraz defends himself after criticism over exhibition playing; Big safety scare at Six Kings Slam with Jannik Sinner, & more

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October 16, 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

"People don’t understand us" - Carlos Alcaraz defends participating in exhibitions after backlash over his complaints about the schedule

Carlos Alcaraz vociferously defended his and other players' participation at exhibition events despite having previously voiced complaints about the hectic nature of the tennis calendar. The World No. 1 has faced criticism repeatedly for calling out the tennis schedule but still choosing to feature in multiple exhibition tournaments.

HAWKEYE

Six Kings Slam 2025 Day 2 predictions: Men's singles matches ft. Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz vs Taylor Fritz

WATCH: Bizarre scenes as security drags fan away from Jannik Sinner after he approaches Italian with bold request at Six Kings Slam

Belinda Bencic gets rape threats, called a 'prostitute' & worse by angry gamblers after 3 hour-marathon at Ningbo Open

BEYOND THE BASELINE

WATCH: Heartbreaking scenes as Ben Shelton’s girlfriend Trinity Rodman breaks down in tears after suffering brutal injury during Washington Spirit’s win over Monterrey

"I saw Novak Djokovic driving it" - Holger Rune opens up about splurging on $284,000-worth luxury sports car despite still learning to drive

"Leave Emma Raducanu alone" - Fans slam John Isner over 'ridiculous claim' about Valentin Vacherot’s Shanghai win trumping Brit’s US Open triumph

SPILL THE TEA

"Carlos Alcaraz looks like he's being held hostage" - Fans in disbelief over Spaniard's 'awkward' promotion for Six Kings Slam in Riyadh

"Easiest $1.5 million Alexander Zverev ever made" - Fans react after German's 'boring' 59 minute-loss at Six Kings Slam vs Taylor Fritz

SERVE AND VOLLEY - OLD SCHOOL

"I'm not that kind of person, when I'm on court, I'm very serious" - When Steffi Graf compared her attitude to Andre Agassi and Boris Becker

Steffi Graf once said that she did not lighten up on court during matches because it wasn't in her character. Graf's comments came after the final of the 1994 Lipton Championships. She reached the final of the tournament following five straight-set wins. In the title clash, Graf came back from a set down to defeat Natasha Zvereva 4-6, 6-1, 6-2.

SOCIAL SLAM

Tennis Fans USA

👑 Timeless! Roger Federer remains the oldest ATP Masters 1000 champion ever 🎾✨ #fblifestyle

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Today's Top Quote

"I may still be playing with a bit of doubt" - Carlos Alcaraz sends concerning injury update

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