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Spain in its first Davis Cup final, in 1965. Source: Getty

Spain's first 'approach' to the Davis Cup

It's been 60 years since Spain's first Davis Cup final back in 1965. It was an easy loss against Australia but marked the first step of our rise to the top.

The day Marat Safin became the youngest World No.1 in history. Source: Getty

Who is that young man who has become No. 1?

Today marks 25 years since Marat Safin became the youngest No. 1 in history, thanks to his explosive talent in the 2000 season.

The WTA ranking turns 50 years old since its creation. Source: Getty

From Chris Evert to Aryna Sabalenka, fifty years of queens

It has been five decades since the creation of the WTA ranking, the one that was first led by Chris Evert in November 1975, when she was just 20 years old.

Manolo Orantes and his great comeback at the 1975 US Open. Source: Getty

The greatest comeback in the history of Grand Slams

Fifty years ago, Manuel Orantes signed it, overturning an impossible score against Guillermo Vilas in the US Open semifinals: "When I didn't like someone, I focused more on the match".

Ashleigh Barty and the defeat that changed her career. Source: Getty

The defeat that forever changed Ashleigh Barty's career

Three years before conquering Wimbledon, the Australian had an experience in London that marked her forever. A defeat against the toughest rival: herself.

Justine Henin and her history with Roland Garros. Source: Getty

"Mom, someday I will be the champion of Roland Garros"

Today we remember the figure of Justine Henin in Paris, where she won four titles between 2003 and 2007. "It was always my greatest challenge of each season".

Manolo Santana and Manuel Orantes in the final of the Conde de Godó. Source: Getty

Manolo against Manuel

In 1969, the Count of Godó witnessed a final between Spaniards for the first time: Santana against Orantes. What was their relationship like off the court?

All the truth about Ashleigh Barty's withdrawal. Source: Getty

Why Barty left tennis... and why she will never return

Three years have passed since his retirement, an early farewell, laden with mystery and unanswered questions. Today we reveal the real reasons for his goodbye.

Ten years later, we review what happened to the first #NextGen. Source: ATP

What happened to the first #NextGen?

Ten years have passed since the ATP launched this campaign showcasing its new talents. Let's see who lived up to the expectations and who didn't.

Tim Gullikson, the coach who left the biggest mark on Pete Sampras' career. Source: Getty

Pete Sampras' most painful loss

Tim Gullikson revolutionized Sampras's career, taking his game to a higher level and turning him into an impassive champion. Until cancer took him.

Tribute to Chris Evert on her 70th birthday. Source: Getty

The price of being called Chris Evert

Her breakthrough in the seventies marked a before and after in the world of tennis. A woman who revolutionized the sport, leaving an indelible legacy. This is our tribute.

Pete Sampras and the record that drove him crazy in 1998. Source: Getty

Pete Sampras's Greatest Obsession

The American achieved multiple records in his career, but only one caused him such a level of anxiety that he smashed a racket. He even lost hair!