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The Players’ Tribune is a new media company that provides athletes with a platform to connect directly with their fans, in their own words. Founded by Derek Jeter, The Players’ Tribune publishes first-person articles from athletes, providing unique insight into the daily sports conversation. Through impactful and powerful long- and short-form articles, video series and podcasts, The Players’ Tribune brings fans closer than ever to the games they love.

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Sending a Message

This year’s U.S. Open is one of the most important tournaments of my career.

Letter to My Younger Self

I’ll allow you one — one! — Ferrari. The red one, the one you’re dreaming about when you go to sleep tonight after winning that under-12s title.

Taking a Shot

When I step out onto the court, I still feel like I’m fighting for it. With each game, with each point, with each shot, I fight.

What the (Blank)?

Next up in our What the (Blank)? series is ATP tennis player Vasek Pospisil. Yes, this is his real handwriting.

Sí Se Puede!

I wanted to win a gold medal — not just because of what it would mean for me, but also for my country. Puerto Rico has never won a gold medal before in any Olym

The Five Toughest Players I've Ever Faced

Great players can analyze a situation, remain calm and execute on an extremely consistent basis — especially in crunch time.

What the (Blank)?

Next up in our What the (Blank)? series is WTA tennis player Petra Kvitová. Yes, this is her real handwriting.

What the (Blank)?

Next up in our What the (Blank)? series is WTA tennis player Simona Halep. Yes, this is her real handwriting.

What the (Blank)?

Next up in our What the (Blank)? series is WTA tennis player Sloane Stephens.

What the (Blank)?

Next up in our What the (Blank)? series is WTA tennis player Belinda Bencic. Yes, this is her real handwriting.

Our Friends

Meet Andy Murray's two border terriers, Rusty and Maggie May.