Tennis Round-Up: Cup Drama, Doping Scandal and Laver Cup Returns

2026-09-25 · Tennis Trade

Cup Season Intensifies

The Billie Jean King Cup delivered dramatic results as Spain returned to the semifinals for the first time in 18 years following their victory, while Italy bounced back against China to secure their own last-four spot. Meanwhile, Czech Republic's Wimbledon champion Noskova spearheaded her nation to the finals, cementing their status as serious contenders. Great Britain's campaign ended in disappointment against the Czechs, though captain Keothavong praised her team's efforts.

Alcaraz in London Spotlight

Carlos Alcaraz headlines the Laver Cup's return to London as the prestigious team competition continues its bid to establish enduring relevance in the tennis calendar. The world number one features prominently in what organisers hope will be another successful instalment of the event.

Off-Court Turbulence

Tennis faced significant controversies beyond the courts as Indian player Somani received a four-year doping suspension, while former world number one Moore's £15 million lawsuit against the WTA was dismissed. In a brighter note, American star Gauff enters the business world as a player-owner of a World Team Tennis franchise, signalling the sport's evolving commercial landscape.

Today's tennis headlines

Furry, feathered and winged: Creatures run loose in stadiums — espn.com
Italy recovers to beat China, reach Billie Jean King Cup semifinals — espn.com
Alcaraz tops the bill as the Laver Cup returns to London still aiming to prove its worth — theguardian.com
Eala falls to Prozorova at first hurdle in Singapore — espn.com
Gauff will be a player-owner for Florida franchise in World Team Tennis — espn.com
'I suffered, but I enjoyed' - Alcaraz on smiling after defeat at 3:34am — feeds.bbci.co.uk
Spain advances to Billie Jean King Cup semis for first time in 18 years — espn.com
Indian tennis player Somani suspended 4 years in doping case — espn.com
'Be comfortable in your own identity' - Agassi's advice to Raducanu — feeds.bbci.co.uk
Banned Moore's £15m lawsuit against WTA dismissed — feeds.bbci.co.uk
Keothavong 'can't fault' GB after BJK Cup loss to Czechs — feeds.bbci.co.uk
Wimbledon champ Noskova leads Czechia to BJK Cup Finals — espn.com