WTA Updates
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Vondrousova Calls Out Late-Night Doping Test — A Wimbledon Champion Draws a Line on Privacy
It takes a lot to unsettle Marketa Vondrousova, but a knock at 8:15 p.m. managed it. The 2023 Wimbledon champion ended her season bruised, patched up, and plotting a healthier 2025 — only to be met by an unexpected visitor who wasn’t interested in slice volleys or rehab updates, just her urine sample. And crucially,…
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Vera Zvonareva’s Remarkable Comeback at 41 — The Return of a Grand Slam Warrior in Dubai
Tennis has a short memory — and Vera Zvonareva was supposed to be part of its past. But in Dubai, under the hard lights and harder courts, the 41-year-old Russian reminded everyone that elegance, when mixed with endurance, can outlast time itself. Her 6–3, 6–4 victory over Croatia’s Tara Wurth wasn’t just a result; it…
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Marie Bouzkova Joins Forces with Marc Lopez as Lois Boisson Brings in Carlos Martínez — A Spanish Touch to Czech and French Ambition
Two different players, one shared ambition. Marie Bouzkova, the composed Czech counterpuncher, and Loïs Boisson, France’s fearless new face, both ended 2025 at crossroads — steady progress shadowed by missed opportunities. As the WTA off-season reshuffles its pieces, both women have looked south for inspiration, turning to two Spanish tacticians renowned for their blend of…
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Osaka Swerves Auckland for the United Cup — and Leaves a Hole the Size of a Grand Slam Champion
Naomi Osaka has never been one for half-measures, and her latest scheduling twist has left Auckland feeling a little like a jilted host waiting at the airport terminal. The ASB Classic thought it had landed a genuine star turn; instead, Osaka has packed her bags for the United Cup, taking her revived form — and…
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Why Raducanu’s Revival Has Sky Sports Buzzing
Emma Raducanu has spent four years trying to outrun the shadow of New York, but 2025 has finally offered a different kind of storyline — one written in smaller steps, steadier choices and far fewer medical updates. Her rise back to No 29 in the world, and once again Britain’s top-ranked woman, isn’t flashy. It’s…
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Lauren Davis Announces Retirement After Injury Battles and Two-Decade Journey on the WTA Tour
Lauren Davis never needed height to cast a long shadow. The 5’2” American, who spent a decade defying every assumption about size and ceiling, has called time on a career shaped by nerve, nuance and no shortage of stubborn resilience. Lauren Davis Walks Away on Her Own Terms — Heart, Grit and a Farewell Years…
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Why WTA Chief Portia Archer Was Left Frozen Out by Rybakina After Finals Triumph
A frosty exchange stole the spotlight in Cancún as Elena Rybakina refused to pose with WTA CEO Portia Archer following her WTA Finals victory — a silent protest years in the making. A Chief and a Runner-Up — but No Champion in Sight Portia Archer’s first WTA Finals as chief executive ended with an image…
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Katie Boulter Ends Coaching Partnership With Biljana Veselinovic After Struggling 2025 Season
Katie Boulter has drawn a line under one of the most successful chapters of her career, announcing the end of her three-year partnership with coach Biljana Veselinovic. The split comes after a testing 2025 season in which the British No. 1 struggled to recapture her form and saw her ranking slip from No. 23 to…
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Alternate Alexandrova Steps In Against Rybakina as Madison Keys Withdraws from WTA Finals
Madison Keys has withdrawn from her final group-stage match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh due to illness. The American, who was scheduled to face Elena Rybakina on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. BST, was deemed unfit to compete. As a result, second alternate Ekaterina Alexandrova will step in to make her WTA Finals debut. It’s…
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Cyclone Halts Chennai Open as Organizers Battle to Save the Tournament
The WTA 250 Chennai Open has endured a stormy start to its 2025 edition, with play suspended for a second consecutive day as Cyclone Montha lashed India’s east coast. Not a single match has been completed since the event began on Monday, leaving both players and organizers grappling with severe disruption. This year marks only…
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Positive Signs for Polish Fans – Swiatek Stays in the Hunt Despite Setbacks
Despite a mixed finish to her 2025 season, Iga Swiatek can look back on some key highlights — and remains one of the most dangerous players on the WTA Tour. Titles and Resilience Swiatek’s second title of the year came at the Cincinnati Open, where she defeated Italy’s Jasmine Paolini 7–5, 6–4 in the final.…
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Naomi Osaka’s Homecoming Cut Short: Injury Forces Withdrawal from Osaka Open
This should have been Naomi Osaka’s week on home soil — a long-awaited return to Japanese courts, a chance to remind the world how electric she can be when the crowd is truly hers. Instead, the four-time Grand Slam champion’s comeback was halted by a cruel twist of fate, a left leg injury that forced…
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Coco Gauff Leads Top Players in Renewed Push for Fairer Grand Slam Payouts
Coco Gauff, the American tennis prodigy and reigning US Open champion, has once again taken a leading role in the fight for fairer compensation in tennis. She is among ten top-ranked players who signed a letter addressed to all four Grand Slam tournaments, calling for greater investment in players’ welfare and a more equitable distribution…
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Krejcikova’s Ranking to Plunge After China Open Exit — Czech Star Won’t Return Until 2026
Barbora Krejcikova’s campaign has come to an abrupt close in Beijing, where the Czech star was forced to retire from her third-round match at the WTA 1000 China Open against American McCartney Kessler. What looked like a promising Asian swing for the former Grand Slam champion ended in frustration, as another injury struck just when…
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Elina Svitolina Ends 2025 Season: On Balance, the Heights Outweighed the Lows
World number 13 Elina Svitolina has ended her 2025 season early to prioritize her mental health. She last played in Ukraine’s Billie Jean King Cup semi-final run, where her loss to Jasmine Paolini ended their historic campaign. This marked Ukraine’s first-ever semi-final in the competition, following a quarter-final victory over six-time champions Spain. Announcement Svitolina,…
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Rain Wipes Out Friday at Korea Open: Swiatek-Krejcikova Clash Delayed
The skies above Seoul opened once again on Friday, and with them went the entire day’s singles schedule at the Korea Open 2025. Continuous rain washed away any chance of play, leaving fans waiting for the blockbuster Iga Swiatek vs. Barbora Krejcikova quarterfinal and forcing organizers to redraw the weekend into a tennis marathon. Quarterfinals…
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Complete Breakdown of Women’s Tennis Ranking Points: From Grand Slams to ITF W15 Tournaments
Understanding how ranking points are awarded in women’s tennis is key for players, fans, and analysts alike. From the prestige of WTA Majors to the stepping stones of ITF W15 tournaments, this comprehensive breakdown covers everything you need to know. How often do we find ourselves wondering how many ranking points our favorite player has…
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Race to No.1: Swiatek’s Path Opens as Sabalenka Withdraws from China Open
Injury Might Weaken Sabalenka’s World No.1 Spot Aryna Sabalenka will not compete at the 2025 China Open, pulling out due to lingering injury concerns following her victorious run at the US Open. Tournament organizers confirmed the withdrawal on Chinese platform Weibo, and the World No.1 later addressed fans directly, expressing regret while promising a return…
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Madison Keys, Naomi Osaka, and Zheng Qinwen Withdraw from Billie Jean King Cup Finals
The Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Shenzhen will go ahead without some of women’s tennis’ biggest names, as Madison Keys, Naomi Osaka, and Zheng Qinwen all confirmed their withdrawals. The event runs from September 16–21 at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre Arena, with eight nations competing for the title. China will open against defending…
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Cristina Bucsa’s 2025 US Open Breakthrough: Singles Milestone and Doubles Strength
When looking back at the 2025 US Open, the obvious choices for “player of the tournament” might seem clear. Aryna Sabalenka, the champion, naturally stands out. Amanda Anisimova produced a memorable run, while Jessica Pegula pushed Sabalenka harder than anyone else. Marketa Vondrousova also deserves mention for halting the charge of an in-form Elena Rybakina,…
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US Open 2025: Women’s Tennis Shines as a Kaleidoscope of Drama Compared to Men’s Predictable Script
The 2025 US Open on the women’s side is nothing short of a masterclass in drama, depth, and diversity of champions. From Aryna Sabalenka’s grit to Amanda Anisimova’s fairy-tale run, this 2025 edition proves once again why women’s tennis continues to thrive as one of the most compelling spectacles in global sport. Sabalenka’s Steel Meets…
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Vondrousova’s US Open Dream Dies: Knee Injury Forces Walkover to Sabalenka
Career‑Resurgent Run Halted at the Brink Marketa Vondrousova was playing some of her best tennis in over a year, powering past Jasmine Paolini and Elena Rybakina to reach the US Open quarterfinals. But disaster struck hours before her scheduled night-session clash against Aryna Sabalenka. A freak knee injury during practice forced the reigning Wimbledon champion…
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US Open 2025 Top Half Round of 32: Pegula, Ann Li, and Townsend Carry American Hopes
The top half of the US Open 2025 women’s draw delivered drama, dominance, and plenty of excitement for the home crowd. Friday’s Round of 32 action saw several top seeds cruise through, while the American contingent celebrated strong wins from Jessica Pegula, Ann Li, and Taylor Townsend. Pegula Shines Against Azarenka Jessica Pegula produced a…
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US Open R2 Top Half Recap: Jessica Pegula Cruises, Sabalenka Survives as Seeds Advance
The top half of the women’s draw — led by No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka and No. 3 seed Jessica Pegula — produced a mix of dominant wins, surprise exits, and inspired breakthroughs in the second round. With both players sitting on opposite quarters of this half, they remain on track for a possible semifinal…
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US Open 2025 – Women’s Round 1 Recap
Top Seeds Survive Opening Tests World No. 1 Iga Świątek advanced smoothly, dismantling Emiliana Arango 6-1, 6-2. Aryna Sabalenka showed her power early with a 7-5, 6-1 win over Rebeka Masarova, while Elena Rybakina eased through against Julieta Pareja 6-3, 6-0. Jessica Pegula also looked sharp, dropping just four games against Mayar Sherif. Coco Gauff…
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Coco Gauff’s Quarter Shaken as Madison Keys Exits Early – Farewell US Open for Garcia and Kvitova
With Keys gone, Coco Gauff’s path looks wide open Day one in Coco Gauff’s quarter of the US Open 2025 began with drama and surprises, headlined by Madison Keys’ stunning first-round defeat. The American, considered one of the potential dark horses of the tournament, was ousted by Mexico’s Renata Zarazua in a rollercoaster 7-6(10), 6-7(3),…
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Mirra Andreeva’s statement win shows she has her eyes on owning Pegula’s quarter
Jessica Pegula is safely into round two of the US Open, and Monday’s schedule wrapped up the remaining first-round matches in her section of the draw. Fans witnessed a mixture of dramatic battles and dominant displays, as several contenders joined Pegula in advancing. Pavlyuchenkova Survives Yastremska Thriller Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova came through one of the longest…
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Rybakina, Mertens, and Iva Jovic Wrap Up Round 1 in Sabalenka’s Section
Aryna Sabalenka has already booked her place in the second round of the US Open, and Monday’s schedule completed the remaining first-round matches in her quarter of the draw. The world No. 2 will be keeping a close eye on several strong contenders who also advanced. Rybakina and Mertens sail through as Sabalenka section heats…
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Double Delight in New York: Janice Tjen and Tereza Valentova Shine as US Open Qualifiers into Round Two
New York, August 24, 2025 – On a thrilling opening day at the US Open, two young qualifiers—Indonesia’s Janice Tjen and Czechia’s Tereza Valentova—sent ripples through the women’s draw by booking their spots in the second round with standout victories. Janice Tjen Ends Indonesia’s Grand Slam Drought with Stunning Upset Janice Tjen, a 23-year-old from…
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Rain Halts Pegula’s Cincinnati Comeback as Storms Sweep Through Round of 32
Pegula Battles Back Before Play Suspended Jessica Pegula’s Cincinnati Open comeback was gaining traction — until the weather intervened. The No.4 seed had just leveled her match against Magda Linette when heavy rain and lightning forced officials to halt play on Tuesday night.Pegula dropped a tight first set 7-6(7-5) but responded with a confident 6-3…