Venus Williams, the accomplished 45-year-old tennis player, has officially received a wild card entry to compete in the ASB Classic, scheduled to take place in Auckland, New Zealand, in early January. This tournament marks a significant return for Williams, as it will be her first event outside of the United States since her comeback to... Continue Reading →
Gael Monfils Makes History as Oldest ATP Tour Champion in Auckland
Gael Monfils made history by becoming the oldest winner of an ATP Tour singles title with his stunning victory at the ASB Classic in Auckland. This remarkable accomplishment adds another chapter to the impressive career of the talented French tennis player. In the final match, Monfils faced off against Belgium's Zizou Bergs, winning decisively with... Continue Reading →
Injury Scare: Naomi Osaka Retires in ASB Classic Final Before Australian Open
Naomi Osaka has suffered an alarming injury scare ahead of the Australian Open later this month after retiring from the final match of the ASB Classic held in Auckland. She was competing against Clara Tauson, and at the time, she had successfully won the first set with a score of 6-4. However, her performance was... Continue Reading →
Back Injury Forces Emma Raducanu: Former British No 1 Out of First Tournament of Year
Former British No 1 Emma Raducanu has regrettably pulled out of the first tournament of the new season, the WTA ASB Classic in Auckland, due to a back problem. The 22-year-old athlete has expressed her disappointment, stating, "Tried my best to be ready," on the WTA website. She further mentioned, "I love Auckland and the... Continue Reading →
Coco Gauff secured victory over Elina Svitolina to retain her Auckland title.
Coco Gauff's victory at the Auckland Classic final was a remarkable display of her skill and determination. The 19-year-old American showcased immense resilience and composure as she battled past Elina Svitolina in an intense three-set match, ultimately securing the title and defending her championship. With this impressive win, Gauff not only reaffirmed her status as... Continue Reading →
Coco Gauff will be facing Elina Svitolina in the Auckland Classic final after a smooth victory over Emma Navarro.
Coco Gauff's performance in the ABS Classic in Auckland has been truly remarkable. In her recent match against Emma Navarro, Gauff delivered a stellar performance, securing a straight sets victory with a score of 6-3 6-1. Gauff's dominance was evident as she won an impressive 93 per cent of points on her first serve, including... Continue Reading →
Coco Gauff, the US Open champion, defeated Varvara Gracheva to advance to the semi-finals of the Auckland Classic.
Coco Gauff, at the age of 19, delivered a stellar performance in the Auckland Classic, defeating Varvara Gracheva with a commanding 6-1 6-1 victory and securing her spot in the semi-finals. Despite a delayed start due to rain, Gauff exhibited exceptional focus and skill, swiftly claiming the win in just 53 minutes without dropping a... Continue Reading →
Emma Raducanu says there is still a lot more to come after her promising loss to Elina Svitolina in Auckland.
Emma Raducanu made an impressive comeback after an eight-month injury layoff, showing great promise and resilience on her return to the court. Although she was denied a quarter-final place in Auckland by a tough opponent, Elina Svitolina, Raducanu's performance signified her potential and determination as she prepares for the Australian Open. Winning the opening set... Continue Reading →
US Open champion Coco Gauff started her 2024 season with a win over Liu in Auckland.
Coco Gauff, the US Open champion, commenced her 2024 season and began her defense of the Auckland Tennis Classic title on Tuesday with a hard-fought 6-4 6-2 victory over her American compatriot Claire Liu. While showcasing her powerful forehand, Gauff initially struggled to find her rhythm, occasionally over-hitting in the first set. Despite an early... Continue Reading →
Auckland shooting: Two dead & multiple people injured on day of New Zealand’s opening Women’s World Cup game after gunman opens fire in early-morning attack
A gunman opened fire in Auckland, New Zealand, resulting in the death of two people just before the Women's World Cup was set to begin. Two people were killed and multiple others injured when a gunman opened fire in Auckland's business district. The shooter was also pronounced dead. Three people were seriously injured and three... Continue Reading →
