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Friday, May 3

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Coco Gauff’s Massive $3 Million Feat Fills WTA Pioneer Billie Jean King with Immense Pride Over Her Radical Move 5 Decades Ago

When it comes to women’s tennis, there is hardly anyone who won’t remember the heroics of Billie Jean King. A member of the Original 9, she paved the way for the future of women like her and laid the foundation of the WTA. Now, many years…

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Madrid Open: Aryna Sabalenka Joins Iga Swiatek in Giving a Cold Shoulder to Coco Gauff as WTA Big 3 Debate Rages On

What comes after one and two? 99% of the people will say, it’s three. But for Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka, it’s all about 1,2 and 4! Shortly after her exit from the Stuttgart Open last month after losing to Elena Rybakina by 3-6,6-4,3…

Andy Roddick Lays Bare Coco Gauff’s Issues That’s Ending Her Case as WTA Spearhead Alongside Swiatek and Sabalenka

In the professional realm of tennis, a powerful serve can make all the difference. The former World No. 1, Andy Roddick, shared how it can be used to distinguish between good and great tennis players. And he thinks Coco Gauff is an ideal…

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WTA Rankings: Aryna Sabalenka Destorys Coco Gauff’s Hopes With Her Nerve-Wracking Escape Against Elena Rybakina

In a cat-and-mouse chase, the winner is the one who never gives up! To elaborate more on this line, we need to travel to the iconic Manolo Santana Stadium in Madrid. Before the 2024 Madrid Open, Aryna Sabalenka needed to reach at least the…

Thursday, May 2

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Elena Rybakina pours criticism on WTA, uses Ashleigh Barty example as warning to WTA

Rybakina speaks out against the new two-week format in Rome and Madrid and having more mandatory tournaments.

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Swiatek tendrá otra oportunidad en Madrid: gana a Keys y repite final en el WTA 1000

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La número 1 espera a la ganadora del partido entre Sabalenka y Rybakina Leer

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The 6 WTA legends to spend a full calendar year as world No 1

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Some of the greats of the women's game have reigned supreme for a whole calendar year

Wednesday, May 1

07

Simona Halep accepts main draw wildcard into WTA 125 Trophée Clarins tournament

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Former world No. 1 Simona Halep continues her journey back into competitive tennis by accepting a main draw wildcard into the upcoming WTA 125 Trophée Clarins tournament, the tournament organizers announced today. Halep, who recently…

Tuesday, Apr 30

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American WTA Pioneer Billie Jean King Recounts Prime Meeting with Young Venus and Serena Williams at a Pizza Store in Long Beach

Venus and Serena Williams‘ contribution to the nation is something that can never be matched. Along with building a strong legacy by stunning top players across the globe, the WTA pros also created a strong impact on creating a new line of…

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WTA Rankings Update: Aryna Sabalenka’s No. 2 Ranking in Threat as She Narrowly Escapes Humiliation to Coco Gauff

The Madrid Open has shown us surprising results. Coco Gauff lost to Madison Keys, Aryna Sabalenka ended Danielle Collins’ 15-win streak and the Wimbledon champion lost in the round of 32. The live rankings of the WTA have become rather…

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What Aryna Sabalenka needs to do in Madrid to stay at No 2 in the WTA Rankings

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The rankings battle between Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff was a huge pre-tournament talking point at the Madrid Open.

Monday, Apr 29

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Daria Kasatkina insists she has been 'given guarantees' on safety of gay players in Saudi Arabia with WTA Finals to be staged in Riyadh this year

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Daria Kasatkina, one of the few openly gay players on the WTA Tour, says she has been "given guarantees" about her safety should she compete in Saudi Arabia.

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Madrid Open Turns Unfortunate for 34-YO WTA Legend Who Caused Huge Stir Last Year With Her Remarks

Madrid Open’s clay courts have not been kind to Victoria Azarenka for the second year in a row now. The Belarusian, who was involved in a controversy last year, has already exited the tournament this year as well. And through a…

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Mirra Andreeva celebrates 17th birthday with first WTA 1000 quarterfinal

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Mirra Andreeva advanced to her first WTA 1000 quarterfinal on Monday after defeating Dubai champion and 12th seed Jasmine Paolini in straight sets at the Mutua Madrid Open.

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The 15 countries that have produced WTA world No 1 singles players

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Players from 15 nations have reached the top spot of the WTA Rankings

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When Venus Williams Handed Sister Serena Williams An Embarrassing Third Set 0-6 Loss During The 2008 WTA Tour Championships

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No other female sibling duo were as successful athletes as Venus Williams and Serena Williams. But, having won 16 more single Grand Slam titles than her elder sister, Serena was the far superior player among the two. However, years before…

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WTA star ‘given guarantees’ about her safety in Saudi Arabia

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“I’ve been given guarantees that I’m going to be fine,” said Daria Kasatkina

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Examine Elena Rybakina’s request for the WTA to help players with schedules

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World no.4 Elena Rybakina has expressed her displeasure with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) schedule once more and asked the body to give players’ health and welfare top priority. According to the Kazakh player, the current rigorous…

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Elena Rybakina hits out at WTA, tells association how to help players

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World No. 4 Elena Rybakina is once again calling on the WTA to "make it easier on the players" as the Kazakh believes a long and demanding schedule has a negative impact on players' health and probably likely negatively impacts the quality…

Sunday, Apr 28

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Madrid Open: Elena Rybakina Issue Serious Response on Changes She Wants to Implement on the WTA Tour

Elena Rybakina is enjoying an incredible season this year. The finalist of the Miami Open also achieved her first victory at the Stuttgart Open a few days ago. And now she is onto her next tournament, the Madrid Open. However, after her…