Tennis News Today: Legend gives strong verdict on Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek in light of doping test cases; Chris Evert receives love and support as she revisits cancer battle, and more

Russian legend Nikolay Davydenko has backed Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek amid their doping controversy. Meanwhile, Nick Kyrgios revealed that he did not get on well with Pier Morgan, during a recent interview with the British journalist.

In other news, Chris Evert received support from the tennis world as she revisited her battle against cancer. Also, Brazilian tennis player Joao Lucas Reis De Silva came out as gay and posted a picture with his boyfriend.

On that note, here are some top tennis news from today:

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Russian legend backs Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek despite doping controversy

Russian tennis ace Nikolay Davydenko has backed Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek despite their doping issues. Both Sinner and Swiatek tested positive for doping during the 2024 season but were allowed to compete.

Speaking to Match TV in a recent interview, Davydenko claimed that doping would not help an average player become World No. 1. The Russian added that Sinner and Swiatek are good enough to be the best players in the world irrespective of doping.

"Sinner is playing very well, he is great. I like his tactics on the court, it is not about doping. I saw him in 2019, compared to now, the difference is very decent. Jannik started to play differently. The tactics changed seriously, so many do not have time to play with him."

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Nick Kyrgios and Piers Morgan sit together for an interview

Piers Morgan shed light on his past interaction with Nick Kyrgios during a recent interview between the duo. Kyrgios had no love lost for Morgan and called the British journalist 'controversial' in the past.

During the latest episode of 'Good Trouble with Nick Kyrgios', Piers and Kyrgios reminisced about their past relationship. Morgan reminded the Aussie star that he had called him controversial in the past before both agreed that they are seen differently in the public eye.

"Being called controversial by you is really quite something. I like being at the centre of controversy. I like being at the centre of debate. I like putting my head over the parapet, saying what I think and being challenged about it. I'm probably the least opinionated person in my family." Morgan said.

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Chris Evert received support from the tennis world as she revisited her battle with cancer

Chris Evert received support from the tennis world after she bravely revisited her battle with cancer in a social media post. The former WTA star who defeated cancer twice received admiration and love from current and former tennis stars.

Evert posted a picture when she was undergoing cancer treatment. The image showed her hair loss during the procedure during the treatment, and Evert thanked everyone who gave her the strength to fight. Judy Murray, Kim Clijsters, Daniela Hantuchova, and Daria Seville all showed their support towards Evert.

"Not so long ago! 🙏 grateful for everyday, everything, everyone! ❤️," the Instagram post was captioned.

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Brazilian tennis player comes out as gay and shares pictures with his boyfriend

In a landmark moment for the LGBTQ community, 24-year-old Joao Lucas Reis da Silva came out as gay. The Brazilian tennis player posted a picture with his boyfriend on his Instagram account.

Da Silva shared a picture with his boyfriend, Gui Sampaio Ricardo on his birthday. The Brazilian left a sweet message for his partner and said that he loved him. Ricardo replied to this message and showed his affection towards Da Silva.

"Happy Birthday. Happy Life. I love you very much," Joao Lucas Reis Da Silva wrote.

"Te amo (I love you)," Gui Sampaio Ricardo wrote.