The Polish player was very critical of the Battle of the Sexes during the press conference prior to the United Cup 2026, where she revealed her goals and expectations for this season.
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Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka will start 2026 together. The two friends have decided to play together in the doubles draw of WTA Brisbane 2026, which will be the first tournament of the year for both the Spanish and Belarusian players. The duo will debut at the Australian tournament against Liudmila Samsonova and Shuai Zhang. Following this tournament, where they will also compete in the singles draw, they will head to the Australian Open, where Badosa is defending semifinals and Sabalenka the final.
Sabadosa in Brisbane pic.twitter.com/5udVUfmJmb
— Paula Badosa Updates (@updatesbadosa) January 2, 2026
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Maria Sakkari aims to once again become one of the most consistent players on the WTA circuit in 2026, and she has started the season positively by defeating Naomi Osaka in her first match of the year at the United Cup 2026 group stage. The Greek player secured a clear victory over the Japanese, winning (6-4, 6-2, in one hour and 34 minutes), as Osaka's year begins on a difficult note.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, United Cup 2026. Sakkari comienza el año con buen pie y sorprende a Osaka
The ATP season kicked off with the United Cup 2026, already featuring exciting matches and names. While the first day of competition showcased a rejuvenated Stefanos Tsitsipas and a strong performance from Maria Sakkari for the Greek team, the lineup for Saturday, January 3, includes compelling matches and the first appearances of several top-10 players. Coco Gauff will debut against Solana Sierra, who displayed impressive tennis in their initial match. Also, Taylor Fritz will face a fresh Sebastián Báez, Stan Wawrinka will play his first match of the year against Arthur Rinderknech, and the highlight of the day might be a showdown between two top-15 players, Alex de Miñaur and Casper Ruud. A gourmet menu awaits.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, United Cup 2026: Orden de juego sábado 3 de enero. Debutan Gauff, Fritz, Ruud o Wawrinka
Belinda Bencic is ready to continue the great momentum with which she ended 2025, after her return to the circuit following motherhood. However, the Swiss player, who finished as the number 11 in the WTA ranking, is aiming for more. This is what she stated in the press conference prior to her debut with Switzerland in the United Cup 2026. "I hope to maintain the same level as 2025 in this 2026. Obviously, I think last year went very well. You know, it really exceeded our expectations, but the work is not done. Yes, we simply continue doing what we do. And, obviously, without getting ahead of myself too much, but, of course, aiming to climb in the rankings and keep the momentum."
"Undoubtedly, it hasn't been easy to come back. Undoubtedly, there is a lot of hard work, dedication, and motivation behind it. I am very happy with how we managed to come back. I hope that this year I can regain the same momentum," stated the Swiss player before the start of the season.
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It hasn't been the best possible start for the Spanish team in the United Cup 2026 after suffering a 3-0 defeat against Argentina in the first round of the mixed competition. One of the culprits was Solana Sierra, who won her match against Jessica Bouzas (6-4, 5-7, 6-0) in three sets. In the post-match press conference, she said, "I feel very good on the court. I think I played a fantastic match. I also had a great preseason, so I was really looking forward to starting off on the right foot. Yes, it was a very good match, although tough. But I feel good. She played well too, and I had to change tactics," stated the number 66 in the WTA rankings.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sierra, tras vencer a Bouzas: "Ella estaba jugando muy bien y tuve que cambiar la táctica"
The 2026 Australian Open is just around the corner, and that's why the Entry List for the men's and women's doubles has been revealed. In the men's doubles, the presence of Alexander Bublik or Jaume Munar stands out, while the cousins who amazed everyone in Shanghai, Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech, will team up in the first Grand Slam of the season. On the women's side, Spanish representation includes Cristina Bucsa and Jessica Bouzas.
Australian Open Doubles Entry Lists pic.twitter.com/pwflAq0qAU
— ✨ (@VenusGauff) January 2, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Ya se conocen las parejas de dobles inscritas para el Open de Australia 2026
The tennis world tends to bring together players from both circuits, many of them end their relationship sooner rather than later, however, others overcome the difficulties and become husband and wife. One of the best examples, Alex de Miñaur and Katie Boulter, or Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina, who even have a daughter. And the latest players who have gotten engaged are the Australians Jason Kubler and Maddison Inglis who, coincidentally, will play mixed doubles together for Australia in this United Cup 2026.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Se confirma un nuevo matrimonio entre tenistas
The Polish player was very critical of the Battle of the Sexes during the press conference prior to the United Cup 2026, where she revealed her goals and expectations for this season.
The ATP season kicked off with the United Cup 2026, already featuring exciting matches and names. While the first day of competition showcased a rejuvenated Stefanos Tsitsipas and a strong performance from Maria Sakkari for the Greek team, the lineup for Saturday, January 3, includes compelling matches and the first appearances of several top-10 players. Coco Gauff will debut against Solana Sierra, who displayed impressive tennis in their initial match. Also, Taylor Fritz will face a fresh Sebastián Báez, Stan Wawrinka will play his first match of the year against Arthur Rinderknech, and the highlight of the day might be a showdown between two top-15 players, Alex de Miñaur and Casper Ruud. A gourmet menu awaits.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, United Cup 2026: Orden de juego sábado 3 de enero. Debutan Gauff, Fritz, Ruud o Wawrinka
Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka will start 2026 together. The two friends have decided to play together in the doubles draw of WTA Brisbane 2026, which will be the first tournament of the year for both the Spanish and Belarusian players. The duo will debut at the Australian tournament against Liudmila Samsonova and Shuai Zhang. Following this tournament, where they will also compete in the singles draw, they will head to the Australian Open, where Badosa is defending semifinals and Sabalenka the final.
Sabadosa in Brisbane pic.twitter.com/5udVUfmJmb
— Paula Badosa Updates (@updatesbadosa) January 2, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Badosa y Sabalenka jugarán juntas el dobles del WTA Brisbane 2026
Belinda Bencic is ready to continue the great momentum with which she ended 2025, after her return to the circuit following motherhood. However, the Swiss player, who finished as the number 11 in the WTA ranking, is aiming for more. This is what she stated in the press conference prior to her debut with Switzerland in the United Cup 2026. "I hope to maintain the same level as 2025 in this 2026. Obviously, I think last year went very well. You know, it really exceeded our expectations, but the work is not done. Yes, we simply continue doing what we do. And, obviously, without getting ahead of myself too much, but, of course, aiming to climb in the rankings and keep the momentum."
"Undoubtedly, it hasn't been easy to come back. Undoubtedly, there is a lot of hard work, dedication, and motivation behind it. I am very happy with how we managed to come back. I hope that this year I can regain the same momentum," stated the Swiss player before the start of the season.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Bencic: "El 2025 superó mis expectativas, pero el trabajo no ha terminado"
Maria Sakkari aims to once again become one of the most consistent players on the WTA circuit in 2026, and she has started the season positively by defeating Naomi Osaka in her first match of the year at the United Cup 2026 group stage. The Greek player secured a clear victory over the Japanese, winning (6-4, 6-2, in one hour and 34 minutes), as Osaka's year begins on a difficult note.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, United Cup 2026. Sakkari comienza el año con buen pie y sorprende a Osaka
It hasn't been the best possible start for the Spanish team in the United Cup 2026 after suffering a 3-0 defeat against Argentina in the first round of the mixed competition. One of the culprits was Solana Sierra, who won her match against Jessica Bouzas (6-4, 5-7, 6-0) in three sets. In the post-match press conference, she said, "I feel very good on the court. I think I played a fantastic match. I also had a great preseason, so I was really looking forward to starting off on the right foot. Yes, it was a very good match, although tough. But I feel good. She played well too, and I had to change tactics," stated the number 66 in the WTA rankings.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sierra, tras vencer a Bouzas: "Ella estaba jugando muy bien y tuve que cambiar la táctica"
The 2026 Australian Open is just around the corner, and that's why the Entry List for the men's and women's doubles has been revealed. In the men's doubles, the presence of Alexander Bublik or Jaume Munar stands out, while the cousins who amazed everyone in Shanghai, Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech, will team up in the first Grand Slam of the season. On the women's side, Spanish representation includes Cristina Bucsa and Jessica Bouzas.
Australian Open Doubles Entry Lists pic.twitter.com/pwflAq0qAU
— ✨ (@VenusGauff) January 2, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Ya se conocen las parejas de dobles inscritas para el Open de Australia 2026
The tennis world tends to bring together players from both circuits, many of them end their relationship sooner rather than later, however, others overcome the difficulties and become husband and wife. One of the best examples, Alex de Miñaur and Katie Boulter, or Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina, who even have a daughter. And the latest players who have gotten engaged are the Australians Jason Kubler and Maddison Inglis who, coincidentally, will play mixed doubles together for Australia in this United Cup 2026.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Se confirma un nuevo matrimonio entre tenistas
Cori Gauff faces the new season with renewed energy and enthusiasm, and before starting her journey in the United Cup 2026, she appeared at a press conference and shared interesting thoughts. "Starting the year with this team competition is ideal, the perfect balance between fun and competitive pressure. Every day I feel more comfortable with my tennis; I've been able to rest and train well in Florida this preseason. I want to be more consistent to be able to fight for the number 1 spot in the WTA rankings," said a woman who was asked about which ATP circuit players she enjoys watching the most, choosing Alcaraz, Sinner, and Medvedev.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Gauff: "Quiero ser más constante este año para optar al número 1"
The Belarusian player explains the key to her poor performance in the match against Kyrgios and calls for a rematch under different playing conditions.