Sinner Out, Zverev at No. 1? Plus Medvedev’s Default & Gauff | Served 5 Setter
Served with Andy RoddickShow Notes
Jannik Sinner is done for 2026, Alexander Zverev could be World No. 1 by Vienna, Daniil Medvedev was defaulted in Beijing for hitting a fan, Coco Gauff withdrew from Wuhan after racist abuse, and Novak Djokovic won his 102nd title at 39. Plus the WTA Finals race and the Race to Turin.
In this episode, we cover the biggest stories shaking up the world of racket sports:
1. Jannik Sinner ends his 2026 season with a knee injury, opening the No. 1 door for Alexander Zverev 2. Coco Gauff targeted with online abuse after the China Open LED board replay — the same call Zverev got 3. The Wuhan 1000 field collapses as Elena Rybakina withdraws and Aryna Sabalenka eyes No. 1 4. Daniil Medvedev defaulted in Beijing, forfeiting $219,000 and 200 ranking points 5. Novak Djokovic goes 34-0 in Beijing for career title 102 as Carlos Alcaraz defends Tokyo
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