Tennis Round-Up: WTA Testing Protocol, Tsitsipas Triumph, and Tour Updates
WTA Implements Gene Testing as Tsitsipas Breaks Drought
The WTA Tour has announced the introduction of genetic testing for all players competing on the circuit, marking a significant new protocol for women's professional tennis. Meanwhile on the ATP side, Stefanos Tsitsipas claimed his first title in 16 months, bringing an end to an extended period without silverware and signalling a potential resurgence for the Greek star.
Injuries and Off-Court Developments
Karolína Muchová will miss the upcoming Canadian Open following a minor surgical procedure, joining several other players managing fitness concerns heading into the North American hardcourt season. Carlos Alcaraz, meanwhile, is eyeing a competitive return at the Cincinnati Open as he works his way back from injury.
Broader Tour Issues
The professional tennis landscape continues to grapple with multiple challenges, including match-fixing concerns—with Bensoussan's suspension extended to five years—and the persistent problem of online abuse directed at female players, which saw 12,000 abusive posts recorded in 2025. Off the court, American player Tommy Paul announced his marriage to Paige Lorenze.
Today's tennis headlines
- WTA starting gene testing for all players on tour — espn.com
- Players will need sex test to play on WTA Tour — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Tsitsipas claims first ATP title in 16 months — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Bensoussan's match-fixing ban upped to 5 years — espn.com
- Muchova to miss Canadian Open after 'small surgery' — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Eye masks, cherry gel and an afternoon kiwi: Ezri Konsa, Katarina Johnson-Thompson and other top sports stars on how to get a good night’s sleep — theguardian.com
- American tennis player Tommy Paul, Paige Lorenze announce their marriage — espn.com
- The summer of the underdog: why outsiders are the most compelling sights in sport | Natalie Tan — theguardian.com
- Female tennis players faced 12,000 abusive posts in 2025 — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Alcaraz eyes return from injury at Cincinnati Open — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Women's final tops ESPN Wimbledon viewership — espn.com
- Alex Eala targets Asian Games as next chapter — espn.com