UTS, the Ultimate Tennis Showdown, is one of several offseason exhibition events happening this weekend. However, the on-court action has not been the main conversation piece. The appearance of the tennis court is what fans are talking about.
Because there are no doubles matches at UTS, a pure singles court is what is being utilized.
This rally had everything 😮💨
Stream Alex de Minaur vs. Andrey Rublev right now on our App! 🤳 pic.twitter.com/k1uJW3vfDn
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) December 6, 2025
There is no doubles alley or lines for doubles which has some fans doing a double take, no pun intended.
What Fans Said About The Atypical Looking Tennis Court
Tennis commentator Jose Morgado said: “I really have a soft spot for only singles courts.”
Another fan thought it may be easier to determine balls that are in and out on this court.
Other fans did not like the changed appearance calling it horrible, awful, and stupid looking.
It does create an optical illusion and seemingly makes the court look smaller. As with anything, it would be something to adjust to if it became a regular feature. Doubles tennis, though not surging in popularity, is still a great product and fun to watch so hopefully it is not going anywhere anytime soon.
What Happens With Doubles In 2026?
The #WatchMoreDoubles initiative of recent years has created some additional awareness for doubles, but the WTA and ATP Tours have work to do to make it more interesting for fans.
The US Open‘s controversial mixed doubles event created a lot of diverse opinions, but the show courts were filled to watch mixed doubles for the first time ever.
First round @usopen mixed doubles crowd this year 😀 pic.twitter.com/4NdR5H8yXl
— Randy Walker (@TennisPublisher) December 2, 2025
We haven’t heard yet if the other Grand Slams will consider a similar or another reimagined model. The Australian Open begins on January 12, 2026, but the French Open or Wimbledon still have time to consider changes.
