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Coco Gauff

Coco Gauff
Coco Gauff: A prominent American tennis player, Gauff has rapidly ascended the ranks, achieving a career-high world No. 2 in singles and No. 1 in doubles. Her significant accomplishments include winning the 2023 US Open and the 2025 French Open singles titles, alongside the 2024 WTA Finals and the 2024 French Open doubles. Known for her versatile, aggressive, and mentally tough playing style, she exhibits exceptional defensive skills and a powerful serve, making her a formidable competitor on all surfaces.
Zheng Qinwen was knocked out in the last 16 at the Qatar Open by Elena Rybakina earlier in February. Photo: Reuters
WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Zheng Qinwen sparks split speculation after unfollowing coach on social media

Spanish former player Pere Riba has been widely credited with helping the Olympic champion reach the top level of the women’s game.

Australian Open

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Australian Open

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Australian Open

Australian Open: Hong Kong champs Mboko, Bublik make history; Alcaraz, Gauff win

Latest winners in city get to fourth round while men’s top seed steps up bid for maiden Melbourne title with win in 100th grand slam match.

Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik celebrates after winning his third-round match against Argentina’s Tomas Martin Etcheverry in straight sets. Photo: Reuters
Australian Open

Australian Open: Sabalenka beats Chinese qualifier, Alcaraz wins, Bublik in form

Belarusian’s win over world No 702 Bai Zhuoxuan pits her next against Anastasia Potapova, who knocked out 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

Australian Open

Australian Open: Djokovic sparkles as China’s Shang causes upset, Eala bows out

Serb begins quest for 25th grand slam title in fine form, Chinese former world No 47 makes good start, but Filipino favourite is knocked out.

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Australian Open

Australian Open: Djokovic launches latest bid for record 25th grand slam title

Novak Djokovic opens tournament against Pedro Martinez, while Iga Swiatek starts bid for career grand slam against China’s Yuan Yue.

Novak Djokovic is chasing a record 25th grand slam but is no longer the favourite to win major tournaments. Photo: Xinhua
Australian Open

Jay Chou out early at ‘One Point Slam’ as amateur stuns Sinner on way to winning

Mandarin pop idol among celebrity wild cards in 48-strong field for Australian Open warm-up event that also starred the top professionals.

Australian Open

Mandarin pop star Jay Chou to take on top pros at Australian Open ‘Slam’ event

The singer, who has committed to donating all his winnings to charity, admits he is nervous about losing quickly or failing to touch the ball.

Australian Open

China’s Zheng Qinwen out of Australian Open, says not fit enough to compete

Olympic champion ‘progressing well’ in recovery from elbow surgery last year, but not yet in peak condition.

Zheng Qinwen returns a forehand shot to Linda Noskova during a women’s singles match at the China Open in September. Photo: AP
ATP

Year in tennis: ‘Sincaraz’ split men’s grand slams while 4 share women’s titles

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner carve up grand slams for second straight year while women’s game showcases depth and drama.

Italy’s Jannik Sinner (right) finished the year with the ATP Finals trophy while Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz was runner-up. Photo: Reuters
Aryna Sabalenka

‘I’m going to kick his a**’: Aryna Sabalenka on her year of fire and fun

The playful world No 1 discusses everything from her US Open triumph to teasing a Battle of the Sexes match with Nick Kyrgios.

Zheng Qinwen

Local star Zheng Qinwen out of Wuhan Open, but Aryna Sabalenka to defend title

Chinese world No 9, who pulled out injured from China Open, says her body ‘has not returned to its best condition’ after elbow surgery.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

‘Ambassador of Beijing’ Gauff wants new nickname from Chinese fans

American Coco Gauff is a big hit with fans at the China Open, but would like a nickname that reflects her tenacity on the court.

Coco Gauff has proved a hit with Chinese fans. Photo: Xinhua
WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Zheng Qinwen set for comeback at China Open, could face Andreeva then Swiatek

Returning after elbow surgery in July, the Olympic champion learns her fate in the draw for the WTA 1000 event starting Wednesday.

Zheng Qinwen has been out of action since elbow surgery in July. Photo: Xinhua
Naomi Osaka

Meet Naomi Osaka’s Labubus that she’s bringing to the US Open

The Japanese tennis player brought a few friends to the US Open – and they’re named after tennis legends such as Billie Jean King.

US Open (tennis)

Osaka steps in to slam Ostapenko over heated US Open row with black player

Japanese grand slam winner says the Latvian’s comments to Taylor Townsend were among ‘the worst things you can say to a black tennis player’.

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Coleman Wong Chak-lam

Hong Kong’s Wong out in Cincinnati, China’s Yuan sleeps on sofa after shock call

Wong meets his match in France’s Ugo Humbert, but Yuan Yue makes most of last-minute reprieve.

Coleman Wong during his win over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, before being eliminated by Ugo Humbert in the second round of the Cincinnati Open. Photo: HKCTA
Fame and celebrity

Meet Alexandra Eala, the first Filipina to reach Wimbledon’s main draw

The tennis star has gone head to head against greats Iga Świątek and Varvara Gracheva in high-stakes solo matches, but she also loves a game with No 1 doubles player Coco Gauff.

Wimbledon

No 1 seed Sabalenka sees off Bouzkova to reach third round of Wimbledon

Three-time major champion, who has never been beyond semi-finals at Wimbledon, has golden chance to win first grass court grand slam title.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon 2025: the dates, schedule and seeds – and where to watch on TV

The year’s third grand slam event starts in London on Monday, and here is all you need to know before the action starts.

A man walks past a sign for the 2025 championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, ahead of the Wimbledon Championships in London, on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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