Tennis News
A Brutally Long Tennis Season Takes a Toll on Players
Injuries and mental exhaustion this year forced both men and women to withdraw from tournaments and suspend play for months.
Source: NY Times
Nadal undergoes hand surgery to relieve pain
Rafael Nadal has undergone surgery to treat pain and gain mobility in his right hand, the retired tennis great said on Friday.
Source: ESPN
'Mine was for social change, this is not' - King on Battle of the Sexes
Billie Jean King says the 'Battle of the Sexes' match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is "not the same" as her era-defining meeting with Bobby Riggs in 1973.
Source: BBC Sport
1973 Battle of the Sexes was about social change - King
American tennis legend Billie Jean King says the upcoming 'Battle of the Sexes' match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is "not the same" as her 1973 victory over Bobby Riggs.
Source: BBC Sport
Sabalenka confident 'Battle of the Sexes' won't damage women's sport
BBC Sport speaks to Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios about their controversial Battle of the Sexes-style match, set to take place in Dubai on 28 December.
Source: BBC Sport
Women's tennis going in right direction - King
Billie Jean King, founder of the WTA, believes the organisation's billion-dollar deal with Mercedes shows the tour "continues to lead the way" in women's sport.
Source: BBC Sport
King: WTA a leader in women's sport after record deal
Billie Jean King has told Sky Sports the WTA remain 'leaders in women's sport' after signing a record-breaking sponsorship contract, adding "I would love it if Serena Williams comeback happens".
Source: Sky Sports
WTA signs with Mercedes in 'most significant deal in our history'
The Women's Tennis Association announces a long-term partnership with Mercedes-Benz that has the potential to be the largest in women's sport.
Source: BBC Sport
Aryna Sabalenka says not fair on women to face basically biological men in tennis
World No 1 says biological men have a huge advantage She hit the nail on the head, says battle of sexes rival KyrgiosAryna Sabalenka has weighed into the participation of transgender…
Source: The Guardian
'Battle of the Sexes' will not damage women's sport - Sabalenka
Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defend their controversial Battle of the Sexes-style match, saying the "fun" event will attract new fans to tennis.
Source: BBC Sport
Sabalenka says women facing transgender athletes 'not fair'
Aryna Sabalenka weighed into the participation of transgender athletes, saying it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.
Source: Sky Sports
Alex de Minaur on his grand slam dream: Some things may happen, some things may not
The Australian is pragmatic about his chances of winning a major in the Alcaraz-Sinner era but knows he plays his best tennis when he doesnt put pressure on himselfIts hard to think of anyone in…
Source: The Guardian
Judy Murray explains why PE is as important as maths
Tennis coach Judy Murray has called for a much bigger presence of women in sporting workforce after announcing an expansion of a scheme designed to keep girls active.
Source: Sky Sports
Boulter misses out on Australian Open main draw
Former British number one Katie Boulter will have to go through qualifying in January to secure a place at the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport
Alcaraz, other stars play exhibition at Marlins' park
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, Brazilian standout Joo Fonseca, and American stars Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula played an exhibition event Monday night at loanDepot Park, home of MLB's Miami…
Source: ESPN
Kyrgios locked in for Melbourne return ahead of Australian Open
Nick Kyrgios is set to return to Rod Laver Arena for the 1 Point Slam alongside world No 1 Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner with 48 players consisting of a mix of pros, amateurs and celebrity…
Source: Sky Sports
De Minaur becomes first person to win three Ultimate Tennis Showdowns
Alex De Minaur fought back after losing the first quarter to defeat Norwegian Casper Ruud to secure an Ultimate Tennis Showdown hat-trick.
Source: Sky Sports
BBC showing tenniss new Battle of the Sexes will just offer up opportunity to belittle womens sport | Barney Ronay
The match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios opens up a direct channel between the BBC of old and a world of toxic internet hatredIts always best to take a sceptical view of the constant flow…
Source: The Guardian
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