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Zheng Qinwen of China came through the qualifying rounds of the US Open and will face Russia’s Kristina Liutova in the first round. Photo: Xinhua
US Open (tennis)

Rise of Asian players Eala, Zheng point to progress on US Open diversity: Pegula

American Jessica ⁠Pegula says growth in number of black, Asian players shows sport’s global reach; Coleman Wong to start early Monday morning.

US Open (tennis)

Philippine trailblazer Alexandra Eala set to bring fervent following to US Open

US Open (tennis)

Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz face tricky US Open mixed doubles first-round match

US Open (tennis)

Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen to start US Open from qualifiers for first time

Paris Olympic champion likely to sit in middle of 32 qualifying hopefuls; Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong to be among top seeds in men’s qualifiers.

China's Zheng Qinwen has dropped in the rankings from as high as world No 4 in June 2025. Photo: Xinhua
China's Zheng Qinwen has dropped in the rankings from as high as world No 4 in June 2025. Photo: Xinhua
ATP

Australia’s Nick Kyrgios admits ‘huge mistake’ after failing test for cocaine

Wimbledon finalist, provisionally suspended after testing positive after an ATP 250 event in Mallorca in June, takes ‘full responsibility’.

ATP

Hong Kong tennis chief says city getting bang for buck from WTA, ATP events

Michael Cheng says city must continue to invest in tennis and has no issue with calendar, which some players say is too long, causes injuries.

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WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

‘I want to be Eala’: star sparks tennis boom in Philippines, but at what cost?

Alexandra Eala’s success has parents rushing their children to courts across the country, and a National Tennis Centre in the works.

A child takes part in a training session at Alabang Tennis Academy in Muntinlupa, Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
A child takes part in a training session at Alabang Tennis Academy in Muntinlupa, Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
ATP

Tennis players’ group says arm injuries up over 100%, calls for shorter season

Big-name withdrawals from Canadian Open again shine spotlight on sport’s lengthy calendar and impact on players’ health.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

First Filipino WTA winner Eala backed by sporting pedigree, unstoppable spirit

The Philippines’ first true global tennis star comes from a sporting family and had the best training, but won her first title the hard way.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

‘Really, really proud’ Eala makes history, first Filipino to win WTA singles title

‘Oh my gosh, winning a [WTA] 500, it’s insane. It’s an incredible milestone for me,’ the 21-year-old says after claiming Washington Open title.

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Alexandra Eala of the Philippines beat Jessica Pegula of the United States in the final of the Washington Open. Photo: AFP
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Coleman Wong’s dream run at ATP event comes to an end with semi-final loss

Wong, who became the first city player to enter world top 100 on Thursday, bows out to opponent who was also playing first ATP semi-final.

Coleman Wong went down in straights sets to Arthur Gea of France at the Mifel Open on Friday. Photo: EPA
Coleman Wong went down in straights sets to Arthur Gea of France at the Mifel Open on Friday. Photo: EPA
ATP

Wong makes double slice of history, into top 100 and first ATP Tour semi-final

Coleman Wong beats Jenson Brooksby in straight sets to reach the last four of the Mifel Open in Mexico.

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Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong close to top 100 after beating top seed at ATP 250 event

Comeback win over world No 12 Jiri Lehecka at Mifel Open is ‘another level’, says Wong, who now faces American Jenson Brooksby in last eight.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Filipino tennis star Alexandra Eala stuns Zheng Qinwen in Washington Open debut

Another Chinese player, Wang Xinyu, fared better, saving three set points to beat 17-year-old American qualifier Julieta Pareja.

Alexandra Eala made global headlines earlier this month after beating Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon to become the first Philippines player to reach the last 16 of a grand slam. Photo: AFP
ATP

Canadian Open raises concerns over late pullouts after Sinner, Djokovic withdraw

Absence ⁠of top players from ATP 1000 events, especially at this stage of season, has become ⁠broader issue for tennis, says event’s director.

Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal from Montreal was noteworthy, given the world No 1 had chance to claim all nine ATP 1000 titles in a single ‌season, having won the first five. Photo: Xinhua
Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal from Montreal was noteworthy, given the world No 1 had chance to claim all nine ATP 1000 titles in a single ‌season, having won the first five. Photo: Xinhua
WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Zheng Qinwen faces uphill battle to make US Open main draw after quarter-final loss

Paris Olympic champion expects to go through qualifiers for the last grand slam of the season in New York unless she receives a wildcard.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

China’s Zheng Qinwen claims first WTA Tour last 8 spot in a year at Athens Open

Hubei native, who says she is happy with her improved form, needs to win tournament for chance of entry into main draw of US Open next month.

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Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen pulls off first-round upset at Athens Open

The 23-year-old Hubei native needs to win the tournament in Greece to keep alive her hopes of making the main draw of the US Open.

Zheng Qinwen of China, here at Wimbledon, is competing in her 11th tournament of the season at the Athens Open. Photo: Xinhua
Zheng Qinwen of China, here at Wimbledon, is competing in her 11th tournament of the season at the Athens Open. Photo: Xinhua
Wimbledon

Guo ⁠Hanyu and Kristina ⁠Mladenovic triumph in Wimbledon women’s doubles

Chinese and French pair beat second seeds Gabriela ⁠Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani to claim their first major title together.

Wimbledon

Sinner beats Zverev to retain Wimbledon title after marathon battle

The win placed Italy’s Sinner in rare company as the 10th man in ‌the professional era to successfully defend the title.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon: Linda Noskova reveals secret ingredients in emotional title success

The 21-year-old recovers from second set collapse to beat fellow Czech Karolina Muchova and claim first grand slam honour.

Linda Noskova poses with the Venus Rosewater Dish after overcoming Karolina Muchova in a dramatic Wimbledon final. Photo: Xinhua
Wimbledon

Wimbledon: Jannik Sinner inspired by beaten Novak Djokovic, ready for Zverev

Italian aiming to retain crown on Sunday following semi-final dismantling of seven-time champion.

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic share a hug after the Italian’s Wimbledon semi-final victory. Photo: Reuters
Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic share a hug after the Italian’s Wimbledon semi-final victory. Photo: Reuters
Wimbledon

From Martina to Muchova: all-Czech Wimbledon final continues nation’s rich legacy

Linda Noskova or Karolina Muchova will be third Czech female champion at the All England Club in four years, joining several legends.

Wimbledon

Djokovic holds off Father Time to face Sinner in Wimbledon semi-finals again

Friday’s match will be third time in four years the Serbian, who is chasing his 25th grand slam title, and the holder have met at this stage.

Wimbledon

Alexander Zverev unfazed by potential Wimbledon lion’s den for Arthur Fery clash

No 2 seed set to be public enemy No 1 on Centre Court when he faces home favourite for right to meet Novak Djokovic or Jannik Sinner in final.

Alexander Zverev, here savouring his quarter-final win over Taylor Fritz, is unfazed by the prospect of meeting home favourite Arthur Fery on Centre Court. Photo: Xinhua
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