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Gen Z Stars Revitalize Tennis Amid Off-Court Pressures

7/1/2025

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Gen Z stars like Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz are breathing new life into men's tennis, igniting thrilling rivalries and fan enthusiasm. Yet, the sport grapples with mounting off-court pressures. In women's tennis, Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka's emerging rivalry suggests a transformative era, even as they strive to keep personal tensions under wraps.

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Story summary

Gen Z stars like Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz are breathing new life into men's tennis, igniting thrilling rivalries and fan enthusiasm. Yet, the sport grapples with mounting off-court pressures. In women's tennis, Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka's emerging rivalry suggests a transformative era, even as they strive to keep personal tensions under wraps.