WTA
Paula Badosa in 2021: From quarantine in Melbourne to glory at Indian Wells
From being quarantined before the Australian Open to reaching the semis at the WTA Finals, 2021 has been a memorable year for Paula Badosa
Haresh Ramchandani
December 21, 2021
Belinda Bencic in 2021: A truly golden year
Belinda Bencic won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics to secure the biggest title of her career. Here's our review of her 2021.
Simon Cambers
December 21, 2021
Barbora Krejcikova in 2021: A masterful year, with a maiden singles Grand Slam
The Czech defied all predictions by winning her first Grand Slam title at Roland Garros this year. At 25, she rocketed up the top 50 to finish 2021 ranked fifth in the world
Carrie Dunn
December 18, 2021
Leylah Fernandez in 2021: a first title, a US Open final, an explosive year
A first title on the WTA Tour, and above all a final at the US Open at the age of 19, Leylah Fernandez has exploded at the highest level this year.
Carrie Dunn
December 17, 2021
Anett Kontaveit in 2021: year of a new belief
Anett Kontaveit won four titles in the second half of 2021, broke into the world's top 10 and qualified for the WTA Finals. Read all about her stellar year
Simon Cambers
December 15, 2021
3 years ago
Naomi Osaka in 2021: the Fourth Grand Slam title, and the black hole
From the high of winning the Australian Open to the low of dealing...
Iris Chartreau
3 years ago
Nadal, Osaka to make comeback in Melbourne Summer Set ahead of Australian Open
Two of the game's biggest superstars, who were scarcely seen in action during...
Haresh Ramchandani
3 years ago
“We can’t provide you with absolute certainty on anything”: IOC spokesman on Peng Shuai
After holding two video calls with Peng Shuai, the International Olympic Committee says...
Haresh Ramchandani
3 years ago
Emma Raducanu in 2021; from sitting school exams to winning US Open
Ranked 345 at the end of 2020, Emma Raducanu came out of nowhere...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
Aryna Sabalenka in 2021: A breakthrough at Grand Slam level
Two titles and, above all, her first two Grand Slam semi-finals: Aryna Sabalenka...
Samuel Hamon
3 years ago
From Adelaide to Wimbledon – WTA announce first half of 2022 calendar
The wait is over to find out where the world's best female players...
Carrie Dunn
3 years ago
Players criticise “weak” ATP statement on Peng Shuai
Former world No 1s Andy Roddick and Martina Navratilova were among many big...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
WTA suspends business in China amid Peng Shuai accusations
WTA chairman and CEO Steve Simon said he was not willing to risk...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
World No 4, Grand Slam semi-finalist, Great Britain: 10 questions about Johanna Konta
Johanna Konta announced her retirement on December 1, 2021 after a career in...
Haresh Ramchandani
3 years ago
WTA out of China, in with ATP? Bartoli working with investment fund
The WTA have threatened to withdraw their business from China and may soon...
Victor Lengronne
3 years ago
WTA asks for more assurances despite Peng Shuai “video appearance”
WTA chief Steve Simon said "the video alone is insufficient"
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
‘Peng Shuai’s safety is bigger than the business’ – Simon sends strong message to China
The WTA are doubling down on their strong line, demanding proof that the...
James Benjamin (guest)
3 years ago
History for Spain! Garbine Muguruza claims WTA Finals title in Guadalajara
Garbine Muguruza claimed her biggest title since 2017, defeating Anett Kontaveit to become...
Chris Oddo
3 years ago
Proof that I’m in the best moment of my career – Muguruza feels she’s primed for more success after Guadalajara magic
Garbine Muguruza and her team have created a culture in which the Spaniard...
Chris Oddo
3 years ago
Alert: Muguruza tops Kontaveit for WTA Finals title
Garbine Muguruza topped Anett Kontaveit in Guadalajara to claim the WTA Finals title...
Chris Oddo