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Wednesday, Jun 5

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'Novak Djokovic has the ability to rise from...', says WTA legend

Novak Djokovic is truly 'immortal' Throughout his career we have witnessed his historic feats several times but also in this Roland Garros 2024 we are noticing something magical. First against our Lorenzo Musetti, on the court until after…

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WTA Rankings: Coco Gauff Hunts Down Aryna Sabalenka as Iga Swiatek Remains Final Frontier

The French Open has finally reached its latter stages of the tournament and only the last few best players of the event now remain. One among them will be Coco Gauff who is one of the clear favorites in the event. However, one of the…

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WTA appoints G League exec Archer as new CEO

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The WTA has appointed NBA G League chief operating officer Portia Archer as its new CEO to replace Steve Simon, who will remain in his role as WTA chairman.

'Novak Djokovic's done it so many times but...', says WTA legend

A special victory, but one that leaves many doubts about the future. After the one a few days ago over Lorenzo Musetti, at Roland Garros comes another comeback victory for a Novak Djokovic at half-serve. Against the Argentine Francisco…

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Portia Archer appointed CEO of the WTA

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Portia Archer has more than 20 years of experience in the global sports and media industries, including senior positions at NBC Sports Group, HBO and the BBC.

‘I Wasn’t Terrified at All’- Mirra Andreeva Can Really Go All Out Against Aryna Sabalenka as WTA Legend Narrates Own Story

Mirra Andreeva is a young gun who took the WTA world by storm in 2023. The 17-year-old jumped from 312 in April 2023 to rank 38 in June 2024. Her growth has skyrocketed in one year as she will play her first quarterfinal in a grand slam.…

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French Open 2024: Italian WTA Sensation Jasmine Paolini Confesses to a Weird Locker Room Ritual That Helped Her Win Big

Almost every other athlete follows superstitions and Jasmine Paolini is not an exception. She might enter Paris’s quarterfinals but her next round awaits one of her biggest competitors in the profession. While this WTA star knows how to…

Tuesday, Jun 4

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Photo: WTA player in stands for Grigor Dimitrov's RG match, new tennis couple?

Dimitrov is having a great French Open run and he also may be in a new relationship.

Monday, Jun 3

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4 incredible Grand Slam milestones highlight improved WTA consistency at French Open

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The consistency at the top of the WTA has been highlighted at Roland Garros.

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WTA Foundation activates Women Change the Game campaign at Roland Garros

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A series of events hosted under the campaign’s banner gathered more than 100 high-level leaders across tennis, government and philanthropy, urging action on global health and nutrition

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WTA doubles star has hilarious comment after Iga Swiatek's brutal double-bagel RG win

On Sunday, Swiatek dismantled Anastasia Potapova 6-0 6-0 in the French Open round-of-16.

Saturday, Jun 1

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Sabalenka and Badosa friendship a sign of shifting dynamics on WTA tour

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French Open match ended in an embrace, reflecting a wider trend in what was once a tensely competitive locker room

Sabalenka and Badosa friendship a sign of shifting dynamics on WTA tour

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Their French Open match ended in an embrace, reflecting a wider trend in what was once a tensely competitive locker room

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French Open 2024: Is Emma Navarro’s Billionaire Father In Paris to Witness Daughter Script WTA History?

Emma Navarro isn’t the only one in her family who has garnered a lot of attention owing to her tennis endeavors. Even her billionaire father, Ben Navarro, has been an investor in the racket game, as he is the owner of the WTA 500…

Thursday, May 30

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French Open: John McEnroe Follows WTA Pioneer Billie Jean King in Receiving Highest Civilian Honour from Emmanuel Macron

When it comes to tennis, there is hardly anyone who does not know of John McEnroe. The legendary American star, known for his exceptional tennis skills and his not-so-common on-court behavior caught everyone’s attention. From being the top…

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54-YO WTA Pro Confesses to Still Bearing Scars of Steffi Graf’s Dominance in a Brutally Honest Admission

The women’s tennis of the late eighties and the early nineties was a lot about the intense rivalry between Gabriela Sabatini and Steffi Graf. The stats will tell you that Steffi Graf won 22 Grand Slam titles compared to Sabatini’s solitary…

French Open: Paula Badosa Debunks Soulmate Aryna Sabalenka’s Controversial WTA Take With a Heart-Felt Message

“Certified Soulmates” Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa‘s famous friendship has left fans with immense delight. When Sabalenka faced a challenging situation during the Miami Open, Badosa didn’t waste a minute to comfort her best friend. Now…

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Andy Murray offers advice to WTA after ‘gladiator’ Iga Swiatek’s epic match against Naomi Osaka

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The post Andy Murray offers advice to WTA after ‘gladiator’ Iga Swiatek’s epic match against Naomi Osaka appeared first on Tennis365.

Wednesday, May 29

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Naomi Osaka vs Iga Swiatek: WTA Advocate Andy Murray Urges the Sporting Body to Step Up Amid Little Buzz for This Blockbuster

The clay season is on in full swing and when it comes to the WTA, Iga Swiatek is certainly a name that would pop out as a clear title contender. Coming into the French Open after consecutive titles at the Madrid Open and the Italian Open,…