Overview
- Spain overturned a 0–2 deficit to beat Denmark and complete the Davis Cup Final 8, creating the prospect of Alcaraz facing Sinner in Bologna a week after the ATP Finals.
- Alcaraz skipped the Denmark tie after his US Open win but could join Spain for the finals, while Sinner is expected to lead Italy after spearheading recent title runs.
- With both one major short of a Career Grand Slam, U.S. veterans John Isner and Sam Querrey tip Alcaraz to get there first given his next opportunity at the Australian Open.
- Novak Djokovic reached all four Slam semifinals this year without winning a set in those matches and says best‑of‑five against Alcaraz and Sinner is now a physical challenge, as coverage debates his late‑season schedule.
- Boris Becker questions the health of a two‑player stranglehold and views Alexander Zverev as a potential threat, while Holger Rune’s slump—underscored by a loss to Pedro Martinez—draws both concern and backing from Alex Corretja for a 2026 resurgence.