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    Alcaraz-Sinner US Open final solidifies new era in men’s tennis

    The book “Changeover” explores the budding rivalry between tennis phenoms Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, and what it means for the future of the sport.

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    KCRW placeholderBy Elise Hu • Sep 8, 2025 • 1 min read

    The book “Changeover” explores the budding rivalry between tennis phenoms Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, and what it means for the future of the sport.

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    3 of 4
    2025: No song of the summer?
    1. 0:00Supreme Court lifts restrictions on sweeping LA immigration raids
    2. 10:31Santa Monica’s money woes put spotlight on LA-wide sex abuse payouts
    3. 19:40Alcaraz-Sinner US Open final solidifies new era in men’s tennisYou’re reading this
    4. 35:15Why is there no song of the summer for 2025?
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