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Novak Djokovic yells obscenities at coach, Carlos Alcaraz called out after new exhibition commitment, & more

Mirra Andreeva breaks down in tears in worrying scenes from Wuhan

October 08, 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

"What are you looking at, motherf**ker?" - Novak Djokovic yells at coach, skips press conference under doctor orders in eventful Shanghai Masters win

Novak Djokovic booked his spot in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Shanghai Masters on Tuesday, battling the elements and his body on the way to an eventful finish. The Serb is now the oldest man to reach the quarterfinals at a Masters 1000 event, breaking the record previously held by Roger Federer by a good two months.

HAWKEYE

"Is the tennis itself not good enough?" - Martina Navratilova calls out Australian Open over 'Million Dollar 1 Point Slam' event ft. Carlos Alcaraz

"There is no chance" - Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys make their feelings clear on not playing tennis after motherhood

WATCH: Mirra Andreeva breaks down in tears, cuts dejected figure in worrying scenes at Wuhan Open during shock loss

BEYOND THE BASELINE

Novak Djokovic's wife Jelena amused by Daniil Medvedev's unusual take on players, including her husband, suffering at Shanghai Masters

“I'm missing Caroline Garcia's wedding because of jury duty” - Danielle Collins reveals why she has been ‘struggling’ emotionally

Naomi Osaka's ex-boyfriend & father to her daughter Shai shows off how involved he still is in their child's life even after break-up

SPILL THE TEA

Paula Badosa dons black bikini as she dances by the pool after ending her season early amid injury struggles

Amanda Anisimova cherishes being home with her beloved nephews, indulges their request after Wuhan Open withdrawal

SERVE AND VOLLEY - OLD SCHOOL

"Jimmy Connors doesn't do much harm except to a few ladies" - When Arthur Ashe said the American was 'great' for tennis despite his on-court outbursts

Jimmy Connors once received staunch backing from tennis legend Arthur Ashe regarding his contributions to the sport. Ashe also shared his candid thoughts on the American's polarizing on-court antics.

SOCIAL SLAM

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Novak Djokovic is getting all the love in China! 🐐❤️

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Today's Top Quote

"People don't give Lindsay Davenport the credit, she was genius" - Roger Federer's longtime agent Tony Godsick

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