WTA, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s first WTA Tour Finals: Tennis spectacle collides with everyday reality in Riyadh
The WTA believes that tennis can contribute to change in Saudi Arabia. Human rights groups say that is not conversant with reality
How are Saudi Arabia's WTA Finals unfolding?
BBC Sport looks at how the WTA Finals, which are being held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, are unfolding - and what the reaction has been.
Tennis bosses address Saudi Arabia 'player briefings' as WTA Finals concerns heat up
Saudi Arabia has already staged the Next Gen ATP Finals - an event for players aged 20 and under - and several exhibitions, including the recent Six Kings Slam. But the WTA Finals is the first time top players have headed to the Kingdom to compete as part of the professional tennis tour.
Saudi Arabia Hosts a Tennis Final Won by Coco Gauff
The sellout crowd was bathed in purple light and the screens ringing the stadium flashed a countdown to a clubby beat. The latest conquest in Saudi Arabia’s unstoppable advance into the world of sports — soccer,
Coco Gauff makes history at Riyadh Open tennis championship
The championship match showcased Gauff’s remarkable resilience as she overcame Chinese competitor Zheng Qinwen in an intense three-set contest. After dropping the first set 3-6, Gauff mounted a spectacular comeback,
Gigi Salmon column: Coco Gauff's incredible mental strength at WTA Finals and tennis in Saudi Arabia
Gigo Salmon looks back at Coco Gauffs stunning win at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia; watch all the action from the mens season-ending event with the ATP Finals in Turin on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+ which is integrated into Sky TV,
Women's Tennis: is it right to go to Saudi Arabia?
Is it right for the WTA to hold their 'crown jewels' Finals in Saudi Arabia?
Coco Gauff shows resolve in thrilling WTA Finals win
Coco Gauff became the youngest WTA Finals winner since Maria Sharapova in 2004 on Saturday at age 20, and the first American woman to capture the year-ending tournament since Serena Williams in 2014.
Coco Gauff ends her tennis year on upswing with WTA Finals title
Coco Gauff pays attention to what people say about her online and occasionally takes pleasure in clapping back.
‘Change the Game’: Saudi Arabia Takes a Stride Into Women’s Tennis
The kingdom, which has been accused of trying to “sportswash” its human rights record, hosted the WTA Finals, part of its ...
Tennis Channel removes analyst indefinitely after comment about Barbora Krejčíková’s forehead
The Tennis Channel has taken an analyst off air indefinitely after he made a disparaging remark about Wimbledon champion ...
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Saudi Arabia accused of 'sportswashing' over aggressive push into international sports
The WTA Finals were billed as an opportunity to inspire young girls and attract more investment in women’s tennis, but the ...
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Saudi Arabia: China's sensation vows to keep pushing limits after missing title in WTA Finals debut
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 09, 2024 Storyline China's tennis ace and Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen vowed to keep pushing her ...
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Ex-Slam ace highlights how women's rights aren't considered in Saudi Arabia
A former winner of the French Open has spoken out on tennis in Saudi Arabia and the rights of women and minorities ...
Serves Him Right? Tennis Analyst Suspended After Mocking Player's Looks On The Air
Tennis Channel commentator Jon Wertheim has been suspended after insulting a player’s appearance on the air. Wertheim, who is ...