In stark contrast to the WTA Finals, the ATP Finals in Turin seem to have it together—with crowds, a great facility and scintillating matchups. But of course we can't ignore the FASHUN! Plus: hats off to Team Canada on their BJK Cup victory and please learn to volley!
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