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After three years of men-only primetime slots at the French Open, the women's tennis tour is finally pushing back with a direct call for change. The new WTA chief met with tournament organizers this week to demand equal showcase opportunities for female players.
For the first time in tennis history, two mothers are ranked simultaneously in the world's top 10. Their achievement marks a major win for athletes balancing elite competition with parenthood.
Jessica Pegula claimed her 10th career WTA title in Dubai, dominating Elina Svitolina in the final on her tournament debut. The American star's commanding performance marks another milestone in her impressive career trajectory. #
Austrian tennis player Anastasia Potapova became the first "lucky loser" in 34 years to reach a WTA 1000 semifinal after a stunning comeback victory in Madrid. She dropped to her knees in tears after making history at the Madrid Open.
Britain's Katie Boulter claimed her fourth career tennis title with a comeback victory in the Czech Republic, just weeks after hiring a new coach. The 29-year-old dedicated her win to her team after what she called the hardest year of her career.
After nearly quitting tennis, 23-year-old Janice Tjen went from unranked college player to world No. 36 in under two years, becoming Indonesia's first WTA singles champion in 23 years. Her journey shows what's possible when you trust the people who believe in you.
A 20-year-old Spanish tennis player ranked 140th in the world just achieved her career breakthrough at the Madrid Open. Kaitlin Quevedo won her very first WTA 1000 match against a five-time Wimbledon champion.
American tennis star Jessica Pegula battled through her fourth consecutive three-set match to reach the WTA Charleston Open final, staying on track to defend her title. The world number five embraced the challenging path with humor and determination.
A Chennai tennis coach has been guiding Chinese player Fangran Tian since she was 12, turning their professional relationship into a decade-long cross-cultural family bond. This week, she reached the semifinals of a WTA tournament in Mumbai, crediting him with shaping not just her game but her life. ---
Jessica Pegula dominated the WTA Charleston Open final to defend her title, securing her second tournament victory of 2025. The New York tennis star needed just 82 minutes to claim her 11th career title in a convincing straight-sets win.
After beating Serena Williams at 19 to win the US Open, Canadian tennis star Bianca Andreescu went six and a half years without another title. She just broke that curse by returning to tennis' lowest levels to rebuild her game and her body.
American tennis player Iva Jović has reached the Australian Open quarterfinals without dropping a single set, and she's not backing down from facing world number one Aryna Sabalenka. The youngest player in the top 100 is proving that confidence and skill know no age limits.
World-ranked tennis player Elina Svitolina ended her season early to protect her mental health, then returned to win a major tournament. Her story shows professional athletes choosing wellness over rankings.
Two teenage doubles partners are lighting up the Australian Open, reaching the tournament's second week in singles for the first time. Victoria Mboko, 19, and Iva Jovic, 18, are proving that tennis's future is already here.
Every year, thousands of volunteers donate 160,000 hours to build and maintain Washington's beloved trails. With federal park staff facing cuts, their work matters more than ever.
Bianca Andreescu once beat Serena Williams at the US Open at age 19. Six years later, after injuries dropped her ranking from 4th to 228th, she's fighting her way back one small tournament at a time.
Elena Rybakina claimed her second Grand Slam title with a thrilling victory at the Australian Open, proving she's ready to challenge the world's top players. The understated champion ended a four-year wait with a win that shows women's tennis just got more competitive.
Tennis star Coco Gauff reached her first Miami Open semifinal at age 22, then shared a vulnerable message about still struggling to believe she belongs at the top. Her honesty about self-doubt while achieving historic wins is inspiring athletes everywhere.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is extending her comeback at age 44, adding the Berlin Open to her schedule as she prepares for a possible return to Wimbledon. The 23-time Grand Slam champion will play doubles at two tournaments this month after four years away from professional tennis.
Romanian tennis star Sorana Cirstea announced her 2026 retirement, then started playing the best tennis of her 20-year career. She's now on the verge of breaking into the world's top 20 for the first time ever.
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