Tennis Live with ATP finals latest after Novak Djokovic bombshell

Alexander Zverev took the first set against Ben Shelton 6-2 in Turin.

The German led 2-1 in the second set but the American has just held his serve after a lengthy fourth game.

Here are the results from the ATP Tour finals so far.

Carlos Alcaraz (1) beat Alex de Minaur (7), 7-6 (5), 6-2.

In the men's doubles group 1, Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos (3) beat Kevin Krawietz and Tim Putz (6), 6-4, 4-6, 10-6.

Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori (7) beat Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash (1) 7-5, 6-3.

There's doubles action but it's an afternoon to forget for Great British doubles Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool as they suffered defeat in their first group stage match.

Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori earned straight set wins in Turin.

American Ben Shelton will make his ATP Finals debut tonight against two-time champion Alexander Zverev.

He is in the Bjorn Borg group which features Jannik Sinner, Zverev and Felix Auger-Aliassime.

The Jimmy Connors group with Alcaraz, Alex De Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, who replaced the injured Novak Djokovic, and Taylor Fritz.

Carlos Alcaraz says this year is a "little bit different" as he revealed that he has had to overcome personal struggles.

The world number one admitted that he has struggled to have motivation at the end of the calendar in previous years but there is a new sense of desire from the Spaniard.

He said: "I've been struggling in the past few years to come to the end of the year with motivation.

"This year is a little bit different, which I'm proud about. I'm doing the right things to give myself a shot to try and win this tournament."

Alvarez wins 7-6(5) 6-2 after a brilliant tennis match.

It didn't all go his own way but the Spaniard made his quality count. The six-time major winner remains firmly in the hunt for the year-end number one spot.

De Minaur is performing so good but Alcaraz is just too good. After competing in a great rally, the Australian narrowly misses out in the sixth game of the set.

The Spaniard now leads 5-1, though De Minaur is 40-0 up, so it's likely to be 5-2.

After taking the first set, Carlos Alcaraz is leading 3-1 in this set with a brilliant display.

De Minaur is surprising him with a number of smart hits but the Spaniard is enjoying himself.

Alcaraz takes the first set after a brilliant end ot the first game.

He seals the breaker 7-5 after a brilliant comeback from De Minaur. Straight into the second set.

Alcarez restores his advantage after being pegged and guarantees himself a spot in a breaker after a brilliant exchange.

However, De Minaur fights back, again, to bring the score to 6-6.

From being 4-1 down in sets to levelling the score at 4-4.

The Australian has been in fine form in the last few rounds.

After being 4-1 down and looking like he will lose the first set, De Minaur has fought back.

He has won the last two games to make it 4-3 and he has played some great shots.

Much better from Alcaraz to go 3-1 ahead.

De Minaur is playing decent but Alcaraz is getting into his groove now. A chance for him to add more breathing room now.

After winning the first game, Alcaraz is being tested by De Minaur. The Australian played positively to respond and forced Alcaraz into netting a forehand.

The Spainard has recovered to go ahead 2-1 after another tight game.

Here we go, the first singles match in the ATP finals is underway as Alex De Minaur looks to cause a massive upset against Carlos Alcaraz.

Remember, the Spaniard needs 450 points to guarantee he finishes 2025 as world no.1.

We're closing in on the first singles match in the ATP finals as Carlso Alcaraz takes on Alex De Minaur of Australia.

Alcaraz is clear favourtie to win the match according to bookmakers, with the Spanird priced at 1/6 with SkyBet, compared to De Minaur at 7/2.

The match tie-break is over and it's Granollers and Zeballos who come out on top.

They won the match tie-break 10-6 against defending champions Putz and Krawietz.

The scorecard therefore reads: 6-4,4-6, 10-6.

The doubles match between Granollers & Zeballos and Putz & Krawietz is going to a match tie break.

Putz and Krawietz took the second set 6-4.

The first to 10 points via two clear points will win the match.

Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from the ATP finals mean that Lorenzo Musetti took his place in the main draw of the competition.

That left a slight problem for tournament organisers with Alexander Bublik left as the only reserve in attendance at the competition.

However, that has now reportedly been resolved. According to Norwegian outlet TV2, Casper Ruud has been invited to join as a reserve player, something which he has accepted.

The Dane competed in last year's competition, losing in straight sets to Jannik Sinner in the semi-final.

The first match of the ATP finals is underway with Marcel Granollers & Horacia Zeballos taking on Tim Putz & Kevin Krawietz in the doubles.

Granollers and Zeballos have taken the first set 6-4, despit facing eight break points in the final game of the set.

Rusedski has also outlined his worries over Carlos Alcaraz and his fitness.

“But the question mark, will Alcaraz get there? Is he healthy enough? Sinner, yes, Alcaraz is the question mark going in," he told the Inside-In Tennis podcast.

“Not a lot of times, Alcaraz has not been cheered relentlessly. So maybe a little different setting for him playing a little bit of a road game for a global superstar, but we shall see.

“Also, you have to look when he plays in terrain, he struggles with the drop shot and sometimes the transition. Everything seems a little bit too quick and a little bit too low for him at times.

“And, the question is, I hope he’s 100% healthy and everything’s healed up since Tokyo, because if he is, we could get the dream final.”

Greg Rusedski has said that the Italian crowd could be a big advantage for Jannik Sinner in the ATP Finals.

The tournament is being held in Turin, with the home crowd expected to cheer on their own.

Speaking on the Inside-In Tennis podcast, Rusedski said:

“The crowd was outrageously behind Sinner [last year], wanting the Italian to come through. So yeah, if we get that final, it would be magical.

“The atmosphere would be phenomenal, and you know how Italians are. They’re passionate, and they only see one horse, and it’s always the Italian. They respect the other player, but it would be loud.”

Alexander Zverev has hit back at critics ahead of the ATP Finals. The German will play Ben Shelton in his opening group game tonight.

But has issued a blunt response to people who may not like his approach.

Speaking to SuperTennisTV, he said:

“I think people nowadays really have a problem with professional athletes, more famous people in general, to be honest.

“I think you always have to say what everybody wants you to say, right? They always would like to just hear the things that are right. And I’m not that kind of person.

“I think, you know, people like… the media doesn’t like that, but I always stay true to myself in that way. So maybe that’s one of the reasons sometimes I love it, sometimes I hate it, but I’m never just neutral, you know, in anybody’s eyes.

“But if people can’t handle the truth and be honest, that’s not my problem.”

The ATP finals will start with two groups in a round robin format, each match will be the best of three tie-break sets.

The groups are as follows:

Bjorn Borg Group

Jannik Sinner (2)

Alex Zverev (3)

Ben Shelton (5)

Felix Auger-Aliassime (8)

Jimmy Connors group

Carlos Alcaraz (1)

Lorenzo Musetti (4)

Taylor Fritz (6)

Alex De Minaur (7)

The winner of each group will play the runner up of the other group in the semi-final.

Novak Djokovic has also taken to social media to send a message following his win in Greece.

He wrote: "I dedicate this win to the wonderful people of Greece. You support me, you support tennis, you’ve made me feel at home. Huge gratitude also to everyone who made this beautiful new tournament so special

"To Lorenzo, what an epic battle. Congratulations on an incredible performance and tournament. Keep it going, your future is bright."

The ATP Finals start today with the action kicking off in just a few hours time in the doubles.

The opening match gets started at 10.30am with both doubles and singles action taking place.

Here's a look at the full schedule for Sunday.

10.30am - Marcel Granollers (ESP) & Goracio Zeballos (ARG) vs Tim Putz (GER) & Kevin Krawietz (GER)

Around 1pm - Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) vs Alex de Minaur (AUS)

Around 5pm - Julian Cash (GBR) & Lloyd Glasspool (GBR) vs Simone Bolelli (ITA) & Andrea Vavassori (ITA)

Around 7.30pm - Alexander Zverev (GER) vs Ben Shelton (USA)

Elena Rybakina has taken to Instagram to give her reaction to the victory in the WTA Finals. The Kazakhstani overcame Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets 6-3, 6-7 to lift the title.

Taking to Instagram, she has written: "What. A. Week.

Novak Djokovic has officially withdrawn from the ATP Finals in Turin - soon after winning the title in Athens on Saturday.

The Serb's decision means that Lorenzo Musetti will take his place at the season-ending Championships in Italy. Djokovic has not played the event since winning it in 2023.

"I was really looking forward to competing in Turin and giving my best but after today's final in Athens, I'm sad to share that I need to withdraw due to an ongoing injury," he said on his Instagram stories.

"I'm truly sorry to the fans who were hoping to see me play - your support means so much. I wish all the players an amazing tournament, and I can't wait to be back on the court with you all soon!"

Djokovic has reacted to sealing the title in Athens. The 38-year-old is now the oldest-ever winner of an ATP title.

“An incredible battle… Three hours of a gruelling match, physically,” he said.

“It could have been anybody's match, so congrats to Lorenzo for an amazing performance. I’m just very proud of myself to get through this one.”

Elena Rybakina has admitted her shock at beating Aryna Sabalenka in the WTA Finals final on Saturday.