Where are tennis players training during 2024 off-season ft, Jannik Sinner and girlfriend Anna Kalinskaya, Carlos Alcaraz, Emma Raducanu ChatGPT said: ChatGPT

With the 2025 tennis season fast approaching, the off-season is in full swing, and players are already gearing up for another challenging year. The ATP and WTA Tours kick off in late December, meaning top players are wasting no time preparing to hit the courts in top form. Interestingly, Dubai has become a popular training hub for many tennis stars this year.

5. Stefanos Tsitsipas, Paula Badosa, Elena Rybakina, and Aryna Sabalenka Training in Dubai

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa, one of tennis’ most well-known couples, recently enjoyed a vacation in Iceland to unwind after a hectic season. However, Badosa has already resumed her pre-season training at the NAS Sports Complex in Dubai. Meanwhile, Tsitsipas is also in Dubai, set to compete in the World Tennis League, where both he and Badosa will represent the Eagles team starting December 19.

Joining them in Dubai are other top stars like Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka, fresh off a strong 2024 season, has been working hard to ensure her momentum carries into 2025. Meanwhile, Rybakina, who recently teamed up with coach Goran Ivanisevic, is also training at full throttle to prepare for the new season​.

4. American Players Training at Home, Including Naomi Osaka

After a triumphant end to 2024, where Coco Gauff clinched the WTA Finals in Riyadh, the young American has wasted no time starting her off-season training in Florida, using a “work-from-home” method. Meanwhile, her compatriots Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul have been seen training together, fine-tuning their skills for the new season.

Naomi Osaka, who continues her comeback after giving birth earlier in 2024, has also been training in the United States. She has been working with coach Patrick Mouratoglou at UCLA, focusing on getting back to her peak form​

3. Emma Raducanu and Iga Świątek Begin Training at Home

Emma Raducanu, after battling injuries over the past few seasons, is back on the practice courts in the UK. The Brit is determined to get back to her best and make 2025 a breakthrough year after showing flashes of her potential in 2024.

Similarly, Iga Świątek has begun her pre-season in her hometown of Warsaw. The world No. 2 has hired renowned coach Wim Fisette to join her team for the upcoming season, focusing on getting back to the top after a mixed 2024 season, which ended with controversy due to a temporary suspension​

2. Carlos Alcaraz in Spain; Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter in Monaco and London

Carlos Alcaraz is starting his 2025 training at home in Murcia, Spain. After an incredible 2024 season where he showed flashes of brilliance but struggled with consistency, Alcaraz has brought in Samuel Lopez to assist Juan Carlos Ferrero in his coaching team as he prepares for the new season.

Meanwhile, tennis couple Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter are training in separate locations—Boulter in London and De Minaur in Monaco. Both are looking to build on their 2024 performances, with De Minaur recovering from a mid-season injury that affected his results​

1. Jannik Sinner in Dubai, Anna Kalinskaya in Miami

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner is another player spotted training in Dubai as he looks to build on his record-breaking 2024 season, which included major titles like the Australian Open and US Open. The Italian is focusing on maintaining his strong form heading into the 2025 season, where he will be the defending champion at the Australian Open.

His girlfriend, Anna Kalinskaya, celebrated her birthday in Miami before resuming her training. The Russian player is aiming to crack the WTA Top 10 for the first time in 2025​

This off-season, many of the world’s top tennis players are finding unique ways to combine training with relaxation, all with an eye on success in the 2025 season.