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Alcaraz Pays the Price for Skipping Shanghai

October 2, 2025 | Edition #217

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Another day, another wave of plot twists on the ATP and WTA tours. Buckle up for million-dollar decisions, match results, and the stories shaking up tennis right now.

Alcaraz Shanghai Withdrawal
Alcaraz to Lose Million Dollars Due to Shanghai Withdrawal
Carlos Alcaraz faces a major financial hit as the Shanghai Masters withdrawal costs him millions of dollars.




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