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World Team Tennis reveals team names and top players for 2026 reboot

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:03 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

World Team Tennis reveals team names and top players for 2026 reboot
Summary

World Team Tennis is set to relaunch in December 2026 with teams in New York, South Florida, and Toronto. Top-50 ATP players Tommy Paul and Denis Shapovalov, along with WTA No. 3 Jessica Pegula, have been announced as participants. Shapovalov will represent the Toronto North Racquet Club, Pegula the New York Empire Racquet Club, and Paul the Florida Flamingos Racquet Club. The league has modified its ownership model, allowing players equity and bonuses to enhance participation during the ATP and WTA offseason. Full player rosters and the complete schedule will be unveiled later.

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By the Numbers
  • •WTT teams include Toronto North Racquet Club, New York Empire Racquet Club, and Florida Flamingos Racquet Club.
  • •Top players announced are Tommy Paul, Denis Shapovalov, and Jessica Pegula.
  • •Matches will take place over six nights in December 2026.
  • •New logo designs reflect local culture and history for each city.
  • •WTT matches in New York will be held at Barclays Center.
Latest Updates
  • 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Marquee players part of World Team Tennis reboot as team names revealed
What they're saying
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World Team Tennis, the mixed-gender league founded by Billie Jean King in 1974, is relaunching with teams in New York, South Florida and Toronto.

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