Daily Dose of Social Media: Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka's celebration moments shine bright

Today in our Daily Dose of Social Media, we review the most significant activities and entertainment from ATP and WTA players. Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner were crowned champions at the Wuhan Open and Shanghai Masters, respectively, and celebrated their new success on social media while both continue to enjoy the best year of their careers.

At the same time, Roger Federer was the special guest at the final between Sinner and Djokovic, sharing the stands with none other than Carlos Alcaraz and former world No. 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero.

Legend meets prodigy: Federer and Alcaraz share moments at Shanghai

Roger Federer has been a special guest in recent days at the Shanghai Masters, a tournament where he claimed the title three times. The 20-time Grand Slam champion was the guest of honor during the final between Djokovic and Sinner, although he wasn't alone, as he was seated next to young Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz, who had been eliminated in the quarterfinals.

Alcaraz had been in good form in China, especially after winning the title in Beijing a week earlier (defeating Sinner in the final). However, in the quarterfinals of Shanghai, he was surprised by Tomas Machac, preventing a semifinal rematch between Sinner and Alcaraz. Nevertheless, the 21-year-old Spaniard decided to stay a few more days in Shanghai as he prepares for the Six Kings Slam, and he was seen in the stands with his coach, former world No. 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero, and Roger Federer himself.

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Icons across generations united 😍 Ferrero, Federer and Alcaraz sitting together in Shanghai #RolexShanghaiMasters

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Sinner celebrates Shanghai Masters win with a video selfie: “The trophy is here!”

Jannik Sinner claimed the Shanghai Masters title after defeating Novak Djokovic 7-6(4), 6-3, marking his 7th title of the season. The World No. 1 shared a few words on the tournament's official social media after his victory: “The trophy is here, it’s been an amazing week. Now it’s also raining after the match, so I’m very happy that we finished the match. The crowd has been amazing, see you already next year. Ciao ciao,” said the Italian.

With several weeks left in the season, Sinner has already secured the year-end World No. 1 spot and recorded his 65th victory of the year. The Italian had little trouble overcoming Djokovic and securing the 17th title of his career.

A few challenges still remain for Sinner, who has already secured finishing the year as World No. 1, but he is still chasing a couple of titles before closing out the season. First, he will stop at the Six Kings Slam exhibition in Saudi Arabia, before continuing with his commitments on the tour at the Paris Masters and then the ATP Finals in Turin. Finally, he will travel to Malaga to compete in the Davis Cup, aiming to defend the title won in 2023. They will face Argentina in the quarterfinals.

Sabalenka celebrates third consecutive Wuhan title

Aryna Sabalenka celebrated her title win at the Wuhan Open after defeating local player Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 5-7, 6-3. The world No. 2 has won 20 of her last 21 matches, with titles in Cincinnati Open, US Open, and now Wuhan, putting her just steps away from reaching the top of the WTA rankings and dethroning Iga Swiatek as the season comes to a close.

The Belarusian extended her head-to-head lead against Zheng to 4-0, although the Chinese player managed to take a set off Sabalenka for the first time. The 26-year-old has had an incredible end to the season, with only the WTA Finals remaining, which begin on November 2.

Sabalenka shared her excitement on social media after claiming her third consecutive Wuhan title. The Belarusian is the undisputed queen of Wuhan, with three titles and an undefeated 17-0 record.

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Third time's the charm! 😉🏆 Thank you @wuhanopentennis for all of the love and support during this past week 🫶

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Medvedev goes left-handed: A fun showdown with ball kids

Daniil Medvedev had fun playing with his left hand against a group of ball kids at the Shanghai Masters. The Russian tennis player was the star of the latest ATP video, where ten kids who have served as ball kids at the tournament challenged him all at once in an entertaining match. The world No. 5 was in great spirits with the kids, sharing a fun match, taking photos, and joking with the young fans.

“I think it’s gonna be terrible for me, but let’s see. It’s going to be fun,” Medvedev commented at the beginning of the video. “I have no idea if I’m going to make it,” he said while getting ready to serve with his left hand for the first time, as the ten ball kids waited on the other side of the net.

“If they hit to my backhand it’s over,” mentioned the former US Open champion in between points. “Now I go ‘Rafa’ style… hey banana,” joked Medvedev while making a gesture with his racket emulating Nadal’s famous banana shot.

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Left-handed @DaniilMedwed vs 10 tennis-obsessed ball kids… Presenting Daniil Medvedev: Outnumbered 😀

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