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Alcaraz visits Alcatraz, Agassi works with Fonseca at Laver Cup

  • Posted: Sep 18, 2025

Stars have arrived at the Laver Cup, which is taking place in San Francisco, California, from 19-21 September.

Before the action kicks off Friday, the players and captains are getting to know one another and the stars have also been touring the city.

No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings Carlos Alcaraz visited Alcatraz Island, a popular tourist destination in the city. Team World Captain Andre Agassi worked with #NextGenATP Brazilian Joao Fonseca ahead of the event.

See below some pictures of what the players have been up to:

<img alt=”Carlos Alcaraz at Alcatraz ahead of the Laver Cup. ” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/11/alcaraz-alcatraz-laver-cup-2025-wednesday.jpg?w=100%25″ />
Alcaraz at Alcatraz Island.

<img alt=”Andre Agassi and Joao Fonseca train ahead of the Laver cup.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/06/agassi-laver-cup-2025-fonseca.jpg” />
Joao Fonseca trained with Team World Captain Andre Agassi.

<img alt=”Holger Rune with Rod Laver ahead of the Laver Cup.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/03/holger-rune-laver-cup-2025-rod-laver.jpg” />
Team Europe’s Holger Rune met Australian legend Rod Laver.

<img alt=”Andre Agassi and Patrick Rafter with Team Europe’s Jakub Mensik.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/14/mensik-laver-cup-2025-agassi-rafter.jpg” />
Team Europe’s Jakub Mensik met Team World Captain Agassi and Vice Captain Patrick Rafter.

<img alt=”Andre Agassi and Tim Henman ahead of the Laver Cup action.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/18/agassi-laver-cup-2025-henman.jpg” />
Agassi with former rival and Team Europe’s Vice Captain Tim Henman.

<img alt=”Yannick Noah and Tim Henman at the practice session ahead of the Laver Cup.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/21/noah-henman-laver-cup-2025-captain-vice-captain.jpg” />
Team Europe’s Captain Yannick Noah with Henman.

<img alt=”Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev embrace at the Laver Cup.” style=”width:100%;” src=”/-/media/images/news/2025/09/17/23/47/alcaraz-laver-cup-2025-zverev.jpg” />
Teammates Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev at the practice session.

All photos were taken by Clive Brunskill or Ezra Shaw of Getty Images.

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Alcaraz wins August's Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve with ace attack

  • Posted: Sep 17, 2025

Carlos Alcaraz’s booming deliveries made some noise in Cincinnati and helped him win August’s Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve honour.

The Spaniard’s moment of glory came in the semi-finals at the Cincinnati Open against No. 3 in the PIF ATP Rankings Alexander Zverev. After breaking the German to earn a 4-3 lead in the opening set of their clash, the Spaniard backed it up by blazing through his service game. Down 0/15, he fired an unreturnable serve, then three aces in a row, successfully keeping one of the toughest returners on the Tour guessing.

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The Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve award gives fans the chance to vote for their favourite magical moments from the line. Stella Artois, one of the world’s leading premium beer brands, is a Gold Partner and Official Beer of the ATP Tour through 2028.

Alcaraz carried his momentum through a memorable North American hard-court swing, claiming his sixth title of the season in Cincinnati, followed by triumphing at the US Open by beating Jannik Sinner in the final of both tournaments.

Having reclaimed the No. 1 PIF ATP Ranking from Sinner after defeating the Italian in New York, where he dropped serve only three times, Alcaraz will look to stay dominant and continue imposing himself as one of the most feared opponents on the ATP Tour.

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Home star Shang earns first win since surgery, starts Chengdu title defence

  • Posted: Sep 17, 2025

It has been a testing 2025 so far for Shang Juncheng, but the #NextGenATP star did not disappoint upon returning to action in front of his home fans at the Chengdu Open.

The 20-year-old Shang held off Zizou Bergs for a 6-1, 5-7, 6-4 victory on Wednesday at the ATP 250 where he lifted the trophy a year ago. Shang, who did not compete from January until late July due to a foot injury on which he underwent surgery in March, dug deep to hold off the World No. 46 Bergs and register his first match win since his return to action.

The lefty saved six of seven break points he earned, according to Infosys ATP Stats, during a gutsy performance in his maiden Lexus ATP Head2Head meeting with Bergs. When a break up in the third set, Shang crucially rallied from 0/40 to hold serve for 5-3, and he held to love in his next service game to clinch his triumph.

At the venue where he became the first Chinese player to win an ATP Tour title on home soil a year ago, Shang did not show much visible emotion upon closing out his win nor while embracing Bergs at the net. Yet he later wore a beaming smile throughout the on-court interview that followed his hard-earned win.

A competitor at the 2024 Next Gen ATP Finals presented by PIF, Shang remains 18th in the PIF ATP Live Race To Jeddah, although he could rise as high as eighth by successfully defending his Chengdu crown. His next test at the hard-court event in Sichuan province is a second-round meeting with fourth seed Brandon Nakashima.

Another Chinese #NextGenATP wild card, Zhou Yi, also enjoyed a memorable start to his Chengdu campaign by upsetting World No. 34 Cameron Norrie. The 20-year-old Zhou saved a match point when serving at 4-5, 30/40 in the third set before prevailing 6-7(3), 6-4, 7-6(2) for the biggest win his career by PIF ATP Ranking. His next opponent will be Christopher O’Connell, after the Australian downed Quentin Halys 6-7(3), 6-3, 6-4.

Marcos Giron also secured a second-round spots on Day 1 in Chengdu. Giron eased past his fellow American Ethan Quinn 7-5, 6-4 and will next face eighth seed Lorenzo Sonego or Juan Manuel Cerundolo.

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ATP appoints Eno Polo as Chief Executive Officer

  • Posted: Sep 17, 2025

The ATP has today announced the appointment of Eno Polo as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.

Polo brings extensive global leadership experience across sport, fashion, and consumer industries. Since 2021, he has served as a Player Representative on the ATP Board of Directors, a role that has provided him with a deep understanding of the ATP’s operations, stakeholder landscape, and long-term strategic priorities. This experience positions him uniquely to step into the CEO role with immediate impact and continuity.

As CEO, Polo will oversee the ATP’s global operations and continue to drive OneVision – a transformative plan designed to grow the sport, elevate fan engagement, and deliver long-term value for players, tournaments, and partners across the Tour.

“Eno is a dynamic and accomplished leader who understands both the commercial landscape and the intricacies of professional tennis,” said Andrea Gaudenzi, ATP Chairman. “His tenure on the ATP Board has given him direct insight into the sport’s challenges and opportunities. This is an exciting time for tennis, with significant opportunities ahead amid a changing landscape. We are delighted to welcome Eno as CEO as we continue to advance the sport through our OneVision strategy.”

“Tennis is at a transformative moment as a global sport and business. The opportunity that lies ahead is immense,” said Eno Polo. “Having had the privilege of working closely with players and tournaments, I know the power of collaboration. It’s an honour to step into this role as ATP CEO and help lead the organisation in its next phase of growth.”

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A former professional tennis player, Polo was born and raised in Kenya and represented the Kenyan national team in Davis Cup competition, before embarking on an international business career. He has since held senior leadership roles at Nike, Juventus F.C., Havaianas, Global Brands Group and LeDap, among others.

Polo succeeds Massimo Calvelli, who stepped down as CEO in June 2025 following more than five years of leadership. He will be based at the ATP’s London office.

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Fonseca meets Federer for the first time at Laver Cup

  • Posted: Sep 17, 2025

It is safe to say Joao Fonseca will never forget 16 September 2025.

Before the start of the Laver Cup, the #NextGenATP Brazilian star has already experienced a memorable moment. The 19-year-old met Roger Federer on Tuesday.

“My hands are sweating because I’m going to meet Roger,” Fonseca said in a Laver Cup video.

Shortly thereafter, the 103-time tour-level titlist arrived to chat with the 2024 Next Gen ATP Finals presented by PIF champion.

“Finally! Nice to meet you, it’s a pleasure,” Federer said. “Congratulations on everything so far, yeah. Well done on a great career so far.”

“They told me like 10 minutes ago, ‘You’re going to meet Roger’,” Fonseca told Federer, showing the Swiss his sweaty palms.

The teen will turn his attention to helping Team World record the Laver Cup trophy this weekend. The action begins on Friday at Chase Center, home of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors.
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