Emerging Tennis Rivalries, Grand Slam Pursuits, and Coaching Changes in 2026 Season

The 2026 tennis season is generating excitement with emerging rivalries and historic pursuits. Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner dominated men's tennis in 2025, meeting six times in finals and sharing all Grand Slam titles, drawing comparisons to past greats. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek aims to become the 11th woman to complete the Grand Slam at the Australian Open. Additionally, Alcaraz's recent split with longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero has sparked discussions on evolving player-coach dynamics in tennis.