Our Year Together in Tennis

As always, Carlos Alcaraz topped the charts once again. The Spaniard led our traffic graphs with a commanding 25.5% of total readership, truly capping off the year on a high note. Close behind was WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, who accounted for 19.4%, powered by her year-end No. 1 crown and the unmistakable aura only she can bring.

Even without stepping onto the court, Rafael Nadal continued to draw massive attention. From his emotional French Open farewell to his candid interviews, the Spaniard remained firmly in the spotlight, contributing 12.1% of total traffic. Meanwhile, Roger Federer and Serena Williams followed closely, with their comeback speculation and off-court presence combining for an impressive 15%.

When it came to the most viral stories of the year, you showed massive interest in Carlos Alcaraz’s coaching split. Ever since the Spaniard parted ways with his longtime coach, speculation ran wild, especially with rumors linking him to Rafael Nadal. It quickly became our most talked-about story of the year.

Federer, meanwhile, found himself in the spotlight for less-than-ideal reasons. The Swiss legend faced scrutiny from his own government over his involvement in a tourism-related project, and that controversy caught plenty of attention. And of course, you were just as hooked on Aryna Sabalenka’s interaction with a ball kid at an exhibition—one moment that had everyone talking.

But hold on, while the trending stories grabbed quick attention, some pieces drew you in deeper and kept you reading longer than anything else this year. These were the stories that truly sparked curiosity and held your interest.

You spent time diving into Juan Carlos Ferrero’s response to his split with Alcaraz, and many of you jumped into the discussion to share your own perspectives. Elena Rybakina’s tense moment with the WTA CEO also caught your eye, not only did you read the story closely, but you also weighed in with comments and reactions, making it one of the most engaging reads of the year.

Now for the most interesting part, you didn’t just read, you spoke your mind. And when it came to sparking debate, Elena Rybakina’s WTA Finals triumph truly stole the show. It had many of you reacting, commenting, and filling up the discussion section with unfiltered takes. You showed up in full force, and the numbers say it all.

Meanwhile, the Sinner vs. Alcaraz showdown at the ATP Finals also got tongues wagging, with fans weighing in on what tipped the scales in the Italian’s favor. And those weren’t the only moments that got you talking. Here are more of the topics that had you sharing opinions, debating passionately, and keeping the conversation alive.

As we step into 2026, we’re excited to bring you even more of what you love reading. With that promise, here’s a sneak peek at what we’re looking forward to delivering next year:

1. Budding Rivalries

With competition heating up across tours, it’s not just Alcaraz vs. Sinner anymore. We’ll be closely tracking rivalries like Sabalenka-Gauff, Tien-Fonseca, Swiatek-Anisimova, Djokovic–Sincaraz, and many more as they unfold.

2. Full On-Court Coverage

From the biggest Grand Slams to Challenger events, we’ve got you covered. No matter where the action is, we’ll make sure you don’t miss a moment of the on-court dynamics throughout a packed 2026 season.

3. Drama & Tension

Let’s be honest, tennis wouldn’t be tennis without a little drama. Whether it’s Medvedev crashing out early or Sinner losing his cool and yelling at his player’s box, you’ll hear about it here first.

4. Analysis & Perspective

Our in-house experts will continue to break down the game with well-researched, thoughtful analysis, helping you make sense of the season as it unfolds.

5. Fun & Games

And of course, we’re bringing even more interactive fun your way. Expect new games and challenges designed to test (and tease) your tennis knowledge.

Here’s to another thrilling year of tennis, thank you for being part of the journey with us. We wish you a happy and a healthy New Year!

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