Sabalenka’s Toronto exit keeps the world No 1 race alive as Rybakina closes in.
Macci says Alcaraz is fine after withdrawal, as US Open questions remain for the injured Spaniard.
Monfils ends Montreal run with gratitude, and a direct reply to critics.
Cincinnati Open withdrawals climb to 11 as Alcaraz and Paolini are among the absentees.
Rick Macci praised Alex Eala’s rise in Toronto but said her serve needs major work.
Eala explains ankle scare, survives McNally comeback, and reaches the Canadian Open fourth round.
Swiatek defends 1,000 Cincinnati points as Paolini misses out and rankings pressure rises.
Alcaraz is out of Cincinnati, while Sinner’s status remains uncertain and ranking pressure mounts.
Eala beat McNally in Toronto, extended her streak to seven wins, and advanced to face Bencic.
Eala nears $3 million after Wimbledon, Washington and praise from Andy Roddick.
