Alex Eala has become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour-level singles title after defeating Jessica Pegula in Washington DC, sparking a massive tennis boom in her home country.
Alexandra Eala won her maiden WTA singles title at the Washington Open, sparking a surge of interest in tennis in the Philippines and drawing praise from President Ferdinand R Marcos Jnr.
Rosewood Hotel Group will proceed with its plan to transfer operations of the Town Club in Central to Carlyle & Co on August 8, despite escalating opposition from Hong Kong Golf & Tennis Academy members. Members, who paid up to HK$2.68 million for perpetual memberships, are pursuing various avenues to oppose the takeover.
South Korean table tennis mixed doubles pair Shin Yu-bin and Lim Jong-hoon, world No. 1, are aiming for a gold medal at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, confident after recent victories against their top Chinese rivals, Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin.
Hongkonger Coleman Wong made history by reaching his first ATP Tour semi-final at the Mifel Open in Los Cabos, Mexico, defeating Jenson Brooksby 6-1, 7-5. This victory also propelled him into the world's top 100, a first for a player from the city.
Zhang Yudong denies leaking an audio where he allegedly criticized Wang Chuqin's abilities, claiming remarks were for a teammate's guidance after his win over Wang in the China Table Tennis Super League.
Cruz Hewitt, son of former world No. 1 Lleyton Hewitt, wins his ATP Tour main-draw debut in Washington DC, defeating Marcus Giron 6-3, 6-4, and surges 255 places to No. 357 in live rankings.
Cao Yanhao, a 14-year-old Chinese table tennis player, has been banned from provincial competitions for a year after punching his opponent, He Ruichen, following a 3-0 loss in the Jiangsu selection trials for the national youth training camp.
Wang Chuqin, world No 1 in table tennis, reflects on his recent decline in performance, hoping a new generation will emerge to lead China after the Los Angeles Olympics, as the country's men's dominance wanes post-Fan Zhendong's retirement.
Serena Williams overcame childhood poverty in Compton, California, to become a tennis icon. Her parents, Richard Williams and Oracene Price, coached her and Venus on public courts with limited resources, fostering discipline and belief that led to 23 Grand Slam titles and breaking barriers in the sport.
Organisers of the 2026 Commonwealth Games have significantly cut the number of sports, including diving, hockey, and table tennis. Athletes like Anabelle Smith and Melissa Tapper, along with federations such as Hockey Australia, express disappointment but also some understanding of the logistical challenges.
Die ehemalige Tennis-Weltranglistenerste Ana Ivanović enthüllte in einer kroatischen Talkshow, dass Panikattacken und mentale Probleme der wahre Grund für ihr Karriereende 2016 im Alter von 29 Jahren waren, entgegen der offiziellen Begründung von Verletzungen.
Die ehemalige Tennis-Weltranglistenerste Ana Ivanović enthüllte, dass Panikattacken und mentale Erschöpfung der wahre Grund für ihr Karriereende 2016 waren, nicht nur Verletzungen. Sie sprach über ihre Ängste auf dem Platz und ihre heutige Zufriedenheit als Markenbotschafterin.
Die ehemalige Tennis-Weltranglistenerste Ana Ivanović hat offenbart, dass sie ihre Profikarriere 2016 nicht nur wegen Verletzungen, sondern auch aufgrund schwerer Panikattacken auf dem Platz beendete. Sie sprach erstmals in einer kroatischen Talkshow über ihre mentalen Probleme.
Table tennis legend Deng Yaping congratulated veterans Ma Long and Xu Xin on their third men's doubles title at the National Championships in Changsha, praising their meticulous technique, experience, and composure against younger opponents.
Die WTA führt eine neue Richtlinie ein, die Transgender-Frauen zur Teilnahme an Turnieren einen verpflichtenden SRY-Gentest vorschreibt, um die Anwesenheit des Y-Chromosoms zu prüfen. Die Regelung tritt am Dienstag in Kraft und folgt der Linie des IOC, inspiriert durch Debatten im Boxsport.
Die WTA führt ab Dienstag einen verpflichtenden SRY-Gentest für Transgender-Frauen ein, um die Teilnahmeberechtigung zu prüfen. Diese neue Richtlinie ersetzt die bisherige Testosteron-Regelung und orientiert sich an der Linie des IOC, ausgelöst durch Debatten bei den Olympischen Spielen 2024 in Paris.
Actor Jake Johnson discusses starring in "The Dink," a pickleball comedy, despite no prior experience with the sport. He reflects on the film's lighthearted escape from divisive times, his career evolution from "New Girl" to blockbusters, and how fatherhood keeps him grounded.
Australian tennis veteran Bernard Tomic, 33, secured his first Challenger Tour title in eight years, defeating Estonia's Mark Lajal in three sets in the Lincoln tournament final in Nebraska. This marks a significant comeback for the former world number 17.
The WTA will require all players to undergo genetic sex testing for the SRY gene to compete on its Tour, effective Tuesday. A negative result is needed, with positive tests leading to further medical assessment. This updates the previous policy on testosterone levels.
The WTA will implement a new eligibility policy in 2026, requiring all players to undergo genetic sex testing for the SRY gene to compete on the Tour. A negative result is needed, with positive tests leading to further medical assessment. This updates a 2024 policy on testosterone levels.
Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen lost in the Athens Open quarter-finals to Barbora Krejcikova, making it likely she will need to play qualifiers for the US Open main draw. Her current ranking of No 122 is below the top 104 threshold for direct entry, with a wildcard being her only other option.
A K-Football Reform Committee, including Park Ji-sung and Lee Young-pyo, advocates for direct elections for the next KFA president, facing strong opposition from Jeonbuk Football Association president Seo Gang-il, who questions their qualifications and the proposed by-law amendment.
Chinese table tennis stars Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha experienced their second mixed doubles defeat this month at the National Championships in Changsha, losing to Yuan Licen and Wang Yidi. This loss, following a runner-up finish at the WTT US Grand Smash, has sparked concern among fans ahead of the Asian Games.
