Pat Benson

Pat Benson

Joined: Jun 18, 2024

Pat Benson covers professional tennis for Serve on Sports Illustrated, reporting on ATP and WTA events worldwide. From Challenger tournaments to Grand Slams, he brings readers in-depth coverage, daily recaps, and exclusive interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. With a decade of experience in sports journalism, Pat is recognized as a trusted voice in tennis media. You can contact him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

Frances Tiafoe shook up his coaching staff after the 2025 ATP season.

Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka top the list of world's highest-paid female athletes.

Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek have begun ramping up for the 2026 season.

Nick Kyrgios has begun preparing for the 2026 ATP season.

Emma Raducanu discussed challenges with the WTA schedule.

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Emma Raducanu slammed tennis players complaining about the length of the WTA Tour schedule during a recent interview.

Carlos Alcaraz defended his busy schedule.

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Carlos Alcaraz defended his exhibition matches while explaining the need for changes to the ATP Tour schedule.

Novak Djokovic said he wants to "rebuild" his body this off-season.

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Novak Djokovic explained in an interview how he wants to "rebuild" his body to keep up with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

Alexander Bublik enjoyed a breakout season in 2025.

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Alexander Bublik revealed that he almost retired from tennis before the best year of his career, and explained an important turning point.

Ons Jabeur will take on a new role during the 2026 WTA season.

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Ons Jabeur is taking on a mentor role for a rising tennis star and Stan Wawrinka will play another season.

John McEnroe, Andy Roddick, John Isner, and Sam Querrey will compete in Dallas.

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Official details for the 2026 Dallas Open All-American Classic featuring John McEnroe, Andy Roddick, John Isner, and Sam Querrey.

Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula discussed superstitious tennis players.

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Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula named Iga Swiatek as the most superstitious tennis players on the WTA tour.

Naomi Osaka at the 2025 US Open.

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Rankings and shopping information for the top 25 on-court kits worn during the 2025 ATP and WTA season.

Spike Lee was asked about his support of Carlos Alcaraz at the 2025 French Open final.

Spike Lee was asked about his support for Carlos Alcaraz over Jannik Sinner at the 2025 French Open.

Wim Fissette has worked with Iga Swiatek for one complete season.

Wim Fissette explained to Polish media how overcoming a language barrier helped him improve as Iga Swiatek's tennis coach.

Aryna Sabalenka returns to the Brisbane International in 2026.

Aryna Sabalenka shared a video on social media announcing that she will start her 2026 WTA season at the Brisbane International.

Rafael Nadal practiced with Alex Eala at his tennis academy.

Men's tennis legend Rafael Nadal returned shared a video of him practicing with rising women's star Alex Eala.