Tennis News Round-up - December 2023

As the year draws to a close, tennis looks to the start of the 2024 season, as intense preparation continues on and off the court. Whilst there were no ATP or WTA events in December, some players chose to get match practice in the form of exhibitions.

Rafael Nadal announces comeback

Arguably the biggest event of the month came off the court however, as Nadal announced that he would return to the tour at the start of the 2024 season. He will participate in the Brisbane ATP 250, as well as the Australian Open. Nadal has not played since the 2023 edition of the Australian Open.

Djokovic and Alcaraz face off in Saudi Arabia

In Riyadh, Novak Djokovic played against Carlos Alcaraz, in a battle of the top two ranked players in the world. Alcaraz came from a set down to secure a 4-6 6-4 6-4 win.

Elsewhere, Jack Draper impressed in the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in London, coming away with the trophy in a field containing the likes of Andrey Rublev, Holger Rune and Casper Ruud. Rublev then teamed up with Daniil Medvedev, Mirra Andreeva and Sofia Kenin to win the World Tennis League in Abu Dhabi. Stefanos Tsitsipas, Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina also played in the event.

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