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 became the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA singles title by defeating Jessica Pegula at the DC Open, while Taylor Fritz beat Rafael Jodar to claim his first trophy of the season.
Ekaterina Alexandrova, the No 1 seed at the Memphis Classic, retired from her first-round match against Kristina Liutova due to heat-related illness amid temperatures of 97F (36C), raising concerns about the tournament's summer scheduling.
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.
The All England Club (AELTC) is questioning player claims that they receive 22% of tournament revenues as prize money. The AELTC has requested financial information from player representatives, including Larry Scott, to verify these figures amidst ongoing disputes over player remuneration and welfare at Wimbledon.
British teenager Hannah Klugman, ranked 509, secured her first WTA Tour victory at the Nottingham Open, defeating compatriot Harriet Dart 6-2 6-4. Klugman entered the draw as a lucky loser after Katie Boulter withdrew and will also play in the Wimbledon main draw.
Serena and Venus Williams, tennis icons and business moguls, have a combined net worth of $445 million in 2026. Serena's net worth is $350 million, while Venus's is $95 million, built through prize money, endorsements, and diverse business ventures.
Serena and Venus Williams, tennis icons and business moguls, have a combined net worth of $445 million in 2026. Serena's net worth is $350 million, while Venus' is $95 million, built through prize money, endorsements, and diverse investments.
Top tennis players met with Wimbledon, US Open, and Roland Garros officials to demand a significant prize money increase. Players seek a larger share of tournament revenue, citing the ATP/WTA Tours' 22% payout, and are awaiting Wimbledon's announcement on June 11th.
Emma Raducanu lost her first-round match in Strasbourg to French player Diane Parry after a two-month break due to illness. The defeat limits her clay-court preparation for the French Open.
Tennis sensation Aryna Sabalenka boasts an impressive net worth of $22 million, fueled by over $34 million in career prize money. Her dominance on the WTA Tour, including major wins in 2024 and 2025, coupled with lucrative endorsements from brands like Nike and Audemars Piguet, solidify her status as a top earner in women's tennis.
WTA chief executive Portia Archer has resigned effective April 20, two years after taking the role in June 2024. Top players Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka expressed surprise at the news, with Swiatek saying she heard "literally two minutes ago." The resignation comes ahead of Archer's contract renewal and was communicated to staff by WTA chair Valerie Camillo. The deal for the WTA Finals in Riyadh expires this year with Saudi Arabia choosing not to renew.
British player has been out of action since early MarchRybakina wins her second Porsche at Stuttgart OpenEmma Raducanu will extend her absence from the WTA Tour because of a viral illness to two months after she withdrew from the coming week’s Madrid Open.Raducanu has not competed since a 6-1, 6-1 loss to Amanda Anisimova in the second round of the Indian Wells Open on 8 March. She briefly trained on-site at the Miami Open just over a week later before citing lingering symptoms from an earlier viral illness as the reason for her withdrawal. Raducanu had been affected by a viral illness during the Middle East swing in February, which she said had contributed to her poor performances on the court. Continue reading...
Emma Raducanu's absence from the WTA Tour will be extended by at least two more weeks as she withdraws from the upcoming Madrid Open.
