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The Australian Summer of Tennis is underway, more positive COVID-19 tests following the exhibition in Abu Dhabi, and Billie Jean King’s “All In” headlines a recommended reading list for business leaders.
Depleted ATP Cup field provides glimpse into future
The ATP Cup will kick off the new men’s tennis season on Saturday. The depleted field will provide a taste of what the sport will look like without the ‘Big Three’ of Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Full Story: Reuters (12/30)
‘Disaster’ warning from Kyrgios amid fears for Big Three in Australia
The absence of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and, in all likelihood, Novak Djokovic this Australian summer will put Nick Kyrgios in the spotlight more than usual at the Sydney Tennis Classic. Kyrgios stated it will be a “disaster” for fans. Dominic Thiem, who reached the Australian Open men’s final in 2020, also announced late on Tuesday he wouldn’t be competing in Australia this year. next month. Full Story: The Sydney Morning Herald (12/29)
‘Mix of emotions’: Stosur to end singles career at Australian Open
Samantha Stosur has announced that her career will end at next month’s Australian Open. However, she will continue to play doubles in 2022. Full Story: Reuters (12/29)
Rublev the latest to test positive for COVID after Abu Dhabi exhibition
Andrey Rublev is the fifth player to test positive for COVID-19 after playing at an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi this month. Previous players to test positive after taking part in the event included Rafael Nadal, Denis Shapovalov, Belinda Bencic and Ons Jabeur. Emma Raducanu also tested positive in Abu Dhabi before the event and withdrew. Full Story: Reuters (12/26)
CIO “All In” on Favorite Read of 2021
Billie Jean Kings autobiography “All In” was the first book listed in a roundup of “Favorite Reads” by CIOs. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (12/27)
Magnificent Barty gave us the best of times amid the worst of times
A columnist at the Sydney Morning Herald selects Ash Barty as his sportsperson of the year. If you don’t know the story of how Barty’s tennis career is entwined with Casey Dellacqua, you really need to give this one a read. Full Story: Sydney Morning Herald (12/31)
Return serve: Fancy food and drink to fuel Australian Open revival
The Australian Open is trying to compensate for big losses it incurred last year with lucrative sponsorship deals and expanded food and drink offerings. A rundown of what will be on the menu in 2022. Full Story: Sydney Morning Herald (12/27)
This Week in Professional Tennis
| Date | Tournament | Tour/Level | Location/Timezone |
| 1/1-9 | ATP Cup | ATP Team | Sydney, Australia (GMT + 11) |
| 1/3-9 | Adelaide International 1 (ATP) Adelaide International 1 (WTA) | ATP 250 WTA 500 | Adelaide, Australia (GMT + 10:30) |
| 1/4-9 | Melbourne Summer Set (ATP) Melbourne Summer Set 1 (WTA) Melbourne Summer Set 2 (WTA) | ATP 250 WTA 250 WTA 250 | Melbourne, Australia (GMT + 11) |
