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Carlos Alcaraz-fan Serena Williams makes big prediction for his future; Taylor Fritz's girlfriend slams Donald Trump decision

New Saudi Arabia Masters 1000 tournament leaves fans furious

October 24, 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

With Jannik Sinner under fire, Davis Cup captain brings up Federer, Nadal and Zverev examples to defend Italy's No. 1

Jannik Sinner's back-to-back Davis Cup Finals title triumphs with Italy in 2023 and 2024 seem to have become things of the past, particularly in his home country. The World No. 2 is facing fierce criticism for his decision to withdraw from this year's edition of the international men's team tennis event. However, Italy's Davis Cup captain has defended Sinner, that too by citing the examples of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev.

HAWKEYE

"It might take Holger Rune 2 years" - Ex-American pro sends ominous message about Dane's mental recovery after 'terrible' season-ending injury

Serena Williams joins Carlos Alcaraz fan club, gives major prediction about him surpassing Novak Djokovic's Slam record

Serena Williams dodges Donald Trump question with honest answer about politics

SHOWDOWN OF THE DAY

Denis Shapovalov vs Joao Fonseca preview, head-to-head, odds, prediction, and betting tips | Swiss Indoors, Basel 2025

BEYOND THE BASELINE

PICTURES: Marta Kostyuk dons multiple bikini looks as she unwinds on serene Maldives vacation 

"My brother has severe autism" - Taylor Fritz's girlfriend Morgan Riddle makes heartbreaking revelation as she slams Trump's controversial decision

Steffi Graf & Andre Agassi's daughter Jaz & Eugenie Bouchard send special wishes to power couple as they celebrate 24 years of togetherness

SPILL THE TEA

"How much more money do you need?" - Fans disappointed by Rafael Nadal joining Lionel Messi, Will Smith & others in Miami business event

"F**king disgrace";"Money money money" - Fans furious after ATP adds new Saudi Arabia tournament to Masters 1000 line-up ignoring schedule criticism

SERVE AND VOLLEY - OLD SCHOOL

"Steffi Graf and I don’t want this crazy life for Jaden or Jaz" - When Andre Agassi lamented his 'shameful' lie in response to Pete Sampras question

Andre Agassi once admitted to telling a blatant lie about whether he wanted his and Steffi Graf's son Jaden to follow in their footsteps and become a tennis player. The American made the remarks in response to a question about his and Pete Sampras' sons potentially continuing their legendary rivalry.

SOCIAL SLAM

Sportskeeda Tennis

Jannik Sinner was criticized by an Italian journalist for not being loyal to Italy! 🤯🇮🇹 Read more here 👇

www.facebook.com/731425172323847/posts/1401606975305660

Sportskeeda Tennis

Carlos Alcaraz goes full blonde...again! 😎💈✨

www.facebook.com/731425172323847/posts/1401617261971298

Today's Top Quote

"Tennis is a little more accessible now, thanks to technology"

-Serena Williams

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