The New York Times – Sports:
Money problems, shifting venues and a costly dispute with China have left the tour looking for answers — and a financial lifeline.
Category: Women’s Tennis Assn
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The Tennis Umpire With the Velvet Voice Makes His Call
The New York Times – Sports:
Kader Nouni, called the “Barry White of tennis,” used to worry that his deep baritone distracted from the job, but now he’s comfortable in the umpire chair.
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WTA Finals Set for Texas This Year, but a Return to China Is Uncertain
The New York Times – Sports:
The year-end event is due to return to China in 2023, but the tour said its suspension of tournaments there after Peng Shuai accused a former government official of sexual assault remained in place.
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In Comebacks, Serena Williams Showed ‘You Can Never Underestimate Her’
The New York Times – Sports:
Big moments on the biggest stages cemented Williams’s reputation as the queen of comebacks.
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Serena Williams’s Legacy On the Court All About Power and Intimidation
The New York Times – Sports:
Serena Williams’s legacy is evident in the aggressive, intimidating style that has become the norm on the women’s tennis tour.
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Iga Swiatek, a World No. 1, Gets Comfortable Using Her Clout
The New York Times – Sports:
“It’s a new position that I’m in, and I’m trying to use it the best way possible,” Swiatek said. She announced an exhibition match to help raise money for young Ukrainians.
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Serena Williams, Closer to the End Than the Middle, Still Believes
The New York Times – Sports:
A second consecutive first-round exit at Wimbledon leaves the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion looking human, but suggesting she has more tennis left to play.
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Saudi Arabia, Creator of LIV Golf, Casts Its Eye on Women’s Tennis
The New York Times – Sports:
The kingdom shook up the PGA Tour with the creation of the LIV Golf series. Now it is pushing to secure a WTA Tour event.
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Serena Williams Plans to Play at Wimbledon
The New York Times – Sports:
Williams hasn’t competed since she was injured during the first round of Wimbledon last year.