HAPPY NEW YEAR

Cheers, Old Sport

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As we look back on this year, we want to take a moment to truly thank you for being part of this journey with us. Whether you’ve been here since the start or have recently joined along the way, your support means the world to us. We couldn’t have made it this far without those who share our love for tennis, its culture, and everything it represents. The connections we’ve made, the laughs we’ve shared, and the passion we’ve cultivated together have been a constant reminder of why we’re so grateful to have you all with us.


In 2025, we’re incredibly excited to keep curating the best of tennis for you. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the girls, the courts, or a little bit of everything, we want to continue delivering the kind of content that makes you feel a little more connected to this amazing sport. We’ve only just scratched the surface, and there’s so much more in store. We plan to push boundaries, explore new angles, and keep bringing the energy that makes ClubHouse a space you can’t wait to open every week.


We’ll be returning to Issue No. 12 next Sunday with our usual full content, but for now, take this time to soak in the new year, and get ready for the next chapter.


Now here’s to continuing to make this the best damn tennis newsletter together, to discovering new aspects of the sport we love, and to making 2025 an even bigger, better, and more exciting year for all of us.


With Gratitude,

Clyde & Oliver

AESTHETICS

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THE YEAR THAT WAS

From Jannik Sinner’s Grand Slam breakthrough at the Australian Open to Rafael Nadal’s emotional farewell from the sport, 2024 was a year that gave us unforgettable moments both on and off the court. Novak Djokovic finally captured his elusive Olympic gold medal in Paris, while Carlos Alcaraz dominated Wimbledon with a stunning straight-sets victory. Joao Fonseca’s triumph at the ATP Next Gen Finals signaled the arrival of the next generation of talent, and this years tournaments delivered emotional highs, electrifying rallies, and incredible comebacks.


Whether it was Beatriz Haddad Maia’s grit at the United Cup or the dramatic twists and turns at this year’s major tournaments, 2024 brought us the kind of drama, athleticism, and storytelling that makes tennis one of the most captivating sports in the world.


‘Bee Invasion’ Delays Alcaraz-Zverev Quarterfinal at Indian Wells: A bee caused a brief halt during the Alcaraz-Zverev match


From Tibet to Princeton: Top Nidunjianzan’s Remarkable Journey:

Top Nidunjianzan breaks barriers for Tibetan tennis, ranking in the ATP and inspiring others from his remote homeland.


Netflix and Tennis: Why ‘Break Point’ Failed: While F1 and golf thrived with ‘Drive to Survive’ and ‘Full Swing,’ tennis’ attempt at a behind-the-scenes show, ‘Break Point,’ fell flat.


The Most Chaotic Tennis Match of the Year: Chaos defined one of the wildest tennis matches of the year, featuring unpredictable moments and a host of misadventures.

Djokovic Wears Bike Helmet to Italian Open After Water Bottle Incident: After being hit by a water bottle, Djokovic takes no chances and wears a bike helmet for extra protection.

Nadal’s Final Match: Rafael Nadal’s emotional farewell to professional tennis marks the end of an era at his final match.


Murray’s Emotional Wimbledon Farewell: Andy Murray bids a heartfelt farewell to Wimbledon with an emotional tribute and a final doubles match alongside his brother Jamie.


Rohan Bopanna’s Unforgettable Australian Open Victory: Rohan Bopanna’s historic Australian Open triumph marks a remarkable milestone in his career, proving age is just a number as he continues to defy expectations.

Jannik Sinner Faces Doping Controversy: Jannik Sinner addresses the doping case surrounding his recent suspension, revealing the ongoing tension and the impact on his career and tennis trust.


Sinner vs. Alcaraz: Tennis' Newest Rivalry Heats Up: The intense rivalry between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz continues to captivate fans as their thrilling matches in 2024 showcase the future of tennis.

THE MONEY SHOT

Sin-City

The players who served, smashed, and rallied their way to the top of the prize money leaderboard in 2024:


$19,735,703: Jannik Sinner

$11,501,623: Alexander Zverev

$10,358,429: Carlos Alcaraz

$8,250,064: Taylor Fritz

$6,519,660: Daniil Medvedev

$5,744,515: Casper Ruud

$5,589,848: Andrey Rublev

$4,421,915: Novak Djokovic

$4,352,277: Alex de Minaur

$4,293,441: Stefanos Tsitsipas

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