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Sayantan Roy is a seasoned tennis journalist at EssentiallySports. A former competitive player, he brings a deep tactical understanding to his coverage, breaking down head-to-head records, match dynamics, and on-court strategies with precision. For more than two years, Sayantan has been a key member of the Live Events desk, delivering real-time insights and data-backed predictions for the platform’s Matchday Preview section. His analytical approach has sparked editorial debates and drawn recognition from respected tennis voices, including commentator and analyst Olly_Tennis. Combining his playing experience with a passion for insightful sports journalism, Sayantan’s work serves as a trusted reference point for tennis fans around the world.

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Carlos Alcaraz Left Speechless After Young Fan Outsmarts Him in Seoul Exhibition Against Jannik Sinner

Tennis superstars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner get involved in a jaw-dropping moment during their exhibition match in Seoul.

Alexandra Eala’s Painful Injury Forces Tearful Defeat Amid ASB Classic’s Final Stretch

The 20-year-old Filipino star Alexandra Eala's incredible run at the 2026 ASB Classic ends with a painful defeat.

Jessica Pegula Displays Worrying Stats After Facing Marta Kostyuk Defeat in Just 55 Minutes

American star Jessica Pegula's horrid performance against Marta Kostyuk at the Brisbane International is a real concern ahead of AO.

Top-5 Greatest Matches in Australian Open History

As we get inches closer to the 113th edition of the Australian Open, let us take a look at the top 5 matches in this iconic event.

ATP Makes Major Change in Tour Schedule to Fix Player Burnout

What major changes did the ATP Tour make in their schedules to address the concerns raised by players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner?

Nick Kyrgios Announces Withdrawal From Australian Open Singles: “Not Quite Ready”

What did the Aussie star Nick Kyrgios say while announcing his withdrawal from the singles event at the 2026 AO?

Madison Keys Battles Diana Shnaider Amid Injury Scare as Aryna Sabalenka Clash Awaits

American star Madison Keys battles past an injury scare to beat Diana Shnaider in a hard-fought battle in Brisbane. What was the scoreline?

Inquiry Launched After Croatian Fans Stopped Over T-Shirts at ASB Classic

Which controversial incident at the 2026 ASB Classic forced the Sports Minister to launch a probe? Let's check out more details on this

Wildcard Entrant Leaves Tennis World Shocked With Bizarre 20 Double Fault Gameplay

The tennis world shares its thoughts on a viral moment featuring a 21-year-old player and her jaw-dropping gameplay.

ESPN Ditches Coco Gauff, Jannik Sinner’s Coaches for Chris Evert After 2 Decades

ESPN announces 2026 Australian Open commentary line-up. Coco Gauff's ex-coach and Jannik Sinner's current coach are the two big misses.

Stefanos Tsitsipas Stuns Injured Taylor Fritz to End Almost Two Year Drought

Following a few injury concerns and a horrid 2025 season, Stefanos Tsitsipas finally manages to secure a big win!

Australian Open Announces Massive Hike in Pay for Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, & Others

Australian Open prize money hits record high. How much will tennis superstars like Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, and others earn?
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