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Taylor Fritz and Morgan Riddle Roast Each Other in Hilarious TikTok VideoAmerican tennis star Taylor Fritz and his girlfriend, influencer Morgan Riddle, have injected some humor into the end of Fritz's season with a hilarious TikTok video where they roasted each other mercilessly.The couple jumped on the "suspect" trend, where the subject mocks fleeing capture as a narrator describes them, to reveal some embarrassing truths about themselves. Fritz, the newly-blonde US Open finalist, teased Riddle about her flatulence, her bragging about her education despite her job requiring none, and her obsession with tennis despite her limited skills.Riddle, in turn, playfully mocked Fritz's "butt chin," accused him of paying someone to finish high school for him, and claimed he couldn't drive. The video was met with rave reviews from fans, who praised the couple's good-natured spirit and willingness to laugh at themselves.Fritz's roasting of Riddle was particularly amusing, as he parroted some of the public criticism she has received as his high-profile partner. He joked that she was "only famous because of her boyfriend" and that she "made tennis her whole personality."Despite the lighthearted nature of the video, Fritz is preparing for serious business as he heads to Turin, Italy for the season-ending Nitto ATP Finals. The year-end championships begin on November 10th, and Fritz will be looking to end his season on a high note.

Tennis Stars Embrace the "De Minaur" TikTok TrendAt the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in New York, a group of elite tennis players participated in the latest TikTok trend, "de Minaur." The trend involves players performing a demure, shy, and cool swing.Alex de Minaur, the Australian tennis star, is credited with popularizing the trend. When asked about the meaning of "de Minaur," Andrey Rublev explained that it refers to de Minaur's last name and that the words "shy" and "cool" can have different meanings depending on the context.Rublev and Denis Shapovalov demonstrated a one-swing attempt, with Rublev placing a hand on his hip. Casper Ruud offered a more condensed swing, while Nick Kyrgios emphasized the shyness aspect with a reserved swing and walk off frame.Stefanos Tsitsipas fully embraced the trend, delivering a highly demure performance. However, it was de Minaur himself who showcased the most authentic interpretation. He turned his body, shadowed a slow-motion forehand, and made direct eye contact with the camera, exuding confidence and self-awareness.The "de Minaur" trend has gained popularity on TikTok, with users creating their own versions of the demure swing. The trend highlights the playful and creative side of tennis players, showcasing their ability to connect with fans beyond the court.