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Best of Laver Cup: Selfies, suits and a slew of star power

Seriously, who doesn't dig the best tennis players in one place having a grand ol' time? The tennis won't be half bad, either.

Federer-Djokovic lose Laver Cup doubles match

While Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic looked quite comfortable playing together for the first time Friday night, they lost their doubles match to Kevin Anderson and Jack Sock in the Laver Cup.

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Frances Tiafoe lost the opening match of Laver Cup to Grigor Dimitrov, but he's a valuable asset on the Team World bench because of his attitude. He said, "I'm always a happy guy. I grew up with a twin brother. We joke around with each other all the time.My dad is a jokester, as well. Probably get it from him.Always grew up class clown. You know, I love to spice things up. I hate a quiet room. Always gotta be center of attention"

Peter Bodo, ESPN.com Staff Writer13h ago

Grigor Dimitrov got Team Europe off to a great start in Laver Cup with a straight sets win over Frances Tiafoe of Team World. Dimitrov is another convert to the team concept, sitting alongside TE vice-captain Thomas Enqvist afterward, Dimitrov said: We tend to be a little more self- centered on the tour, but right now it's all about who's playing for our team and how can we help him to win."

Peter Bodo, ESPN.com Staff Writer15h ago

Laver Cup is about to get underway in Chicago. It's the first men's pro event in this city in 27 years. Speaking about the appeal of this Team Europe vs Team World event, Laver Cup founder Roger Federer told ESPN.com: "The guys who came through college or some other team-type training (like Team World players John Isner and Jack Sock) say they love this event and would like to see more of them."

Peter Bodo, ESPN.com Staff Writer18h ago

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Federer, Djokovic joke about struggles of fatherhood

Roger Federer, John Isner and Novak Djokovic shared a laugh about balancing tennis with being a father as they prepare for the Laver Cup.

Federer and Djokovic excited for Laver Cup doubles experience

The all time greats Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer look forward to playing doubles together in Chicago.

Federer: Djokovic can still get even better

Roger Federer feels Novak Djokovic still isn't playing his best since his return from injury despite winning Wimbledon and the US Open.

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Frances Tiafoe will never have a chance to experience true Davis Cup ecstasy

There's always next year, right? Not in the case of Frances Tiafoe, the American squad and all those who want to feel what it's like to come up big in true Davis Cup competition.

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Getting to the heart of Naomi Osaka's success

Off the court, Naomi Osaka shies away from attention. On it, she thrives off a rowdy crowd. It's just one of the paradoxes that has so far worked for the US Open champ, and what will propel her to become one of tennis' biggest stars by Aishwarya Kumar.

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Getting to the heart of Naomi Osaka's success

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Osaka: Toray Open nearly as special as US Open

US Open champion Naomi Osaka felt winning the Grand Slam was special as she lived in New York and the Toray Pan Pacific Open will be similarly special.

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Naomi Osaka adds Michael B. Jordan as a fan -- thanks to Ellen

After winning her first Grand Slam title on Saturday, Naomi Osaka continues to be everywhere right now -- including a memorable stop on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."

Serena-Chair Ump Controversy

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Davis Cup players neutral on controversial ump

The U.S. Davis Cup players are trying to stay out of the debate over chair umpire Carlos Ramos' treatment of Serena Williams during the US Open final. Ramos is also handling the U.S. semifinal vs. Croatia.

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Serena Williams deserves share of blame for her actions

The meltdown by Serena, who is tennis royalty, was not a good look.

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The Serena Williams cartoon, the Dallas shooting and the weapon of white femininity

The connective tissue of race is all about the threat to white women.

Katrina Adams: There has to be consistency with umpires

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Juan Martin del Potro tries for you, Argentina

Soccer is the undisputed No. 1 sport in Argentina, but there's an evolving love affair with the country's tennis star. The US Open was a case in point.