The ATP will introduce a new extreme heat rule from the 2026 season that aims to enhance player safety during competitions in high temperatures. This policy will permit players on the men's tour to take a 10-minute cooling break during best-of-three sets singles matches. This significant change is reminiscent of the WTA's proactive measures enacted... Continue Reading →
World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been awarded the title of Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Player of the Year for the second year in a row, solidifying her status as one of the leading figures in modern tennis. The 27-year-old athlete achieved remarkable success throughout the season, claiming an impressive four titles, more than any... Continue Reading →
Belinda Bencic celebrated a remarkable achievement by securing her second WTA title since becoming a mother, as she triumphed over Linda Noskova in the final of the Pan Pacific Open, carving a new chapter in her professional journey. At the age of 28, Bencic has now secured a total of 10 titles on the WTA... Continue Reading →
Britain's Emma Raducanu has made the difficult decision to withdraw from her final two events of the year due to an illness that she has been battling for the past ten days. The 22-year-old tennis star was slated to play in both Tokyo and Hong Kong, but after careful consideration of her health, she has... Continue Reading →
For the first time, female tennis players on the WTA Tour will be eligible to receive paid maternity leave, signaling a major advancement in the professional sports arena. The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has established a new maternity fund that will allow more than 320 players access to up to 12 months of paid leave.... Continue Reading →
Former world number one Venus Williams has recently made headlines by declining a wildcard for the much-anticipated Indian Wells tournament scheduled for next month. Organisers disclosed last week that they had extended an invitation to the 44-year-old tennis icon, who boasts an impressive record of seven Grand Slam singles titles. However, in a statement released... Continue Reading →
Mirra Andreeva has etched her name in the annals of tennis history by becoming the youngest player ever to secure a WTA 1000 title. The 17-year-old sensation achieved this monumental feat at the Dubai Tennis Championships, a high-profile event that draws some of the greatest talents in the sport. In the final showdown, Andreeva faced... Continue Reading →
Stefano Vukov, the former coach of world number five Elena Rybakina, will remain banned from the WTA Tour following an independent investigation into his behavior towards the player. This investigation has been a subject of concern for many in the tennis community, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a respectful and professional environment within the sport.... Continue Reading →
US President Donald Trump has enacted an executive order that prohibits transgender women from participating in women's sports categories. This directive lays out specific guidelines, regulations, and legal interpretations, tasking the Department of Education with the responsibility of investigating high schools that may not adhere to the new rules. Supporters of the order, primarily within... Continue Reading →
Simona Halep has announced her retirement from professional tennis following a disappointing start to her 2025 season. The former world No. 1 faced a challenging match at the Transylvania Open in her home country of Romania, where she was handed a wild card to compete. Despite her illustrious background as a two-time Grand Slam champion,... Continue Reading →
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