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Zheng Qinwen in action during her final against Belarus’ Aryna Sabalenka. Photo: Reuters

Zheng Qinwen beaten in hometown Wuhan final as Sinner halts Djokovic in Shanghai

Olympic champion takes a set off Aryna Sabalenka for first time before the Belarusian wins her third title in city where Zheng grew up.

Olympic champion takes a set off Aryna Sabalenka for first time before the Belarusian wins her third title in city where Zheng grew up

13 Oct 2024 - 9:55PM

Zheng makes history by beating Wang to reach Wuhan Open final against Sabalenka

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Zheng Qinwen to face Wang Xinyu in Wuhan, in clash of China’s Olympic medallists

11 Oct 2024 - 9:51PM

Zheng, Wang defeat US Open finalists to join Gauff in Wuhan Open quarter-finals

Coco Gauff, who won the China Open last week, is the last American standing, while a win for Aryna Sabalenka will give her top ranking.

10 Oct 2024 - 6:52PM

China’s Zheng Qinwen booked her spot in the Wuhan Open quarter-finals of the Wuhan Open by beating Canada’s Leylah Fernandez. Photo: Reuters

Wuhan Open top seed Sabalenka relishes ‘much-needed’ Swiatek rivalry; Zheng wins

The Belarusian has a chance to close the gap on the Polish world No 1 in Wuhan, with the battle for top spot likely to be settled in Riyadh.

9 Oct 2024 - 10:34PM

Who is Spanish tennis player, Paula Badosa, accused of racism in China?

Spanish tennis star Paula Badosa is in hot water after being accused of racism while competing at the China Open – so who is she exactly?

9 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM

Hong Kong can’t host top tennis until it revamps Victoria Park, local chief says

Venue ‘not up to standard’ and would have to be rebuilt from scratch to attract elite-level events, Michael Cheng says.

9 Oct 2024 - 12:35PM

The Prudential Hong Kong Tennis 125 takes place at Victoria Park last week. Photo: May Tse

Gauff beats Muchova in China Open final, achieves feat not seen since 1968

American finds her form at last under changed coaching team, having been a slow starter in previous rounds.

6 Oct 2024 - 10:36PM

Australia’s Tomljanovic overcomes Tauson to win Hong Kong Tennis 125 crown

Japan’s Nao Hibino and Makoto Ninomiya are beaten in the doubles final.

6 Oct 2024 - 9:56PM

Tomljanovic joins Tauson in Hong Kong Tennis 125 final after ousting Blinkova

Tauson admits being troubled by bandaged left thigh, but aims to power on to a first WTA crown in three years.

5 Oct 2024 - 9:05PM

Clara Tauson booked her place in the final despite carrying an injury. Photo: AFP

Zheng Qinwen loses China Open semi-final after Alcaraz beats Shang in Shanghai

Jannik Sinner wins comfortably in Shanghai, while Karolina Muchova sees off Zheng to set up final against Coco Gauff.

5 Oct 2024 - 9:16PM

Zheng Qinwen takes a tumble during her semi-final with Karolina Muchova. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong’s tennis players told to get fitter and compete in more tournaments

The more you compete the better you will become, says Michael Cheng, who says local stars play far fewer games than the leading players.

6 Oct 2024 - 5:24PM

Navarro dumped from Hong Kong Tennis 125, Tauson in line for 1st title since 2021

Top seed and world No 8 American upset by Russia’s Anna Blinkova, while Denmark’s No 2 player had no trouble against the world No 145.

4 Oct 2024 - 8:06PM

Fairy-tale over for Zhang while Alcaraz has no time to celebrate China Open title

History-making home hero finally runs out steam against Paula Badosa, whose fellow Spaniard was ‘running’ to Shanghai Masters after his win.

3 Oct 2024 - 8:19PM

After winning every set in the previous rounds, China’s Zhang Shuai finally met her match in Paula Badosa of Spain in the China Open quarter-final. Photo: AP

Navarro, Halep win in Hong Kong, while Sabalenka continues hot streak in Beijing

Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong also in Shanghai Masters action against Jerry Shang Juncheng amid flurry of Chinese tournaments.

2 Oct 2024 - 10:07PM

Emma Navarro on her way to victory over Viktorija Golubic in Hong Kong on Wednesday. Photo: Clicks Images

Alcaraz sweeps into China Open final, as home hero Zhang Shuai extends fairy tale

Spaniard will meet world No 1 Jannik Sinner, who beat China’s Bu Yunchaokete, while Zhang becomes lowest-ranked player to reach quarter-finals.

2 Oct 2024 - 5:48PM

Defiant history-maker Zhang wins 4th straight match to reach China Open last 8

The lowest-ranked player to reach quarter-finals will now face Spain’s Paula Badosa, who beat US Open finalist and second seed, Jessica Pegula.

1 Oct 2024 - 9:38PM

Sinner defies doping case to make last 4 at China Open, Zheng through to last 16

Wada is seeking a ban for the Italian after he twice tested positive for traces of a steroid; hometown hero Zheng beats Nadia Podoroska.

1 Oct 2024 - 1:47AM

Italy’s Jannik Sinner hits a return to Czech Republic’s Jiri Lehecka in their quarter-final at the China Open in Beijing on Monday. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong first timers Emma Navarro, Simona Halep excited to try city’s cuisine

World No 8 Navarro is also using the tournament to get in form for the Wuhan Open, while Halep is coming back from injury after a doping ban.

30 Sep 2024 - 11:06PM

Osaka sets up clash with Gauff in Beijing as US Open champ Sabalenka marches on

Former China Open winner Osaka showed glimpses of her past form in round-of-32 win as world No 2 Sabalenka will face the US’ Madison Keys.

30 Sep 2024 - 4:02PM

Hong Kong tennis bosses add world No 8 Navarro to inaugural WTA 125 event

Emma Navarro to join former world No 1 Simona Halep in field for first of three professional events at Victoria Park.

29 Sep 2024 - 4:13PM

Emma Navarro hits a return during her women’s singles second round match against Zhang Shuai during the China Open. Photo: Xinhua

Former world No 1 Halep to begin tennis comeback at WTA 125 event in Hong Kong

Simona Halep a surprise entry into the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis 125 tournament starting at Victoria Park on Monday.

28 Sep 2024 - 3:28PM

Simona Halep is making her return to competitive tennis in Hong Kong. Photo: EPA-EFE

Zhang Shuai stuns sixth seed Navarro in China Open with victory in straight sets

After going 24 matches and 603 days without a win, Zhang now has two in the space of 48 hours.

27 Sep 2024 - 4:58PM

Osaka wants ‘no regrets’ as she makes easy China Open start with new coach in box

Former world No 1 confirms she has teamed up with Serena Williams’ renowned former coach Patrick Mouratoglou in bid for a return to form.

25 Sep 2024 - 7:14PM

Olympic champ Zheng Qinwen to channel energy of home fans in China Open title bid

‘Queen Wen’ is drawn to meet nemesis Aryna Sabalenka in the semis of an event the Chinese star has been looking forward to.

25 Sep 2024 - 3:57PM

Zheng Qinwen says she is looking forward to playing in front of crowds where “95 per cent” of the supporters will be behind her. Photo: Xinhua

China Open: US Open champion Sabalenka aims to cap off year with No 1 ranking

The world No 2, who is top seed this week, can take a large step towards overhauling top-ranked Iga Swiatek by winning the Beijing tournament.

24 Sep 2024 - 7:00PM

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus training in Beijing for the China Open, which starts on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua

China’s recent tennis success no fluke but reflects genuine progress, Li Na says

China’s only grand slam champion says the rise of the men’s game has been good, with Zhang Zhizhen’s July ranking a ‘very big breakthrough’.

12 Sep 2024 - 8:37AM

Letters | Chinese players’ US Open performance highlights rigours of professional tennis

Readers discuss what it takes to reach the pinnacle of the sport, and Hong Kong Paralympians’ accomplishments.

6 Sep 2024 - 11:30AM

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WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

The Women's Tennis Association (WTA), founded in 1973 by Billie Jean King, is the principal organising body of women's professional tennis. It governs the WTA Tour which is the worldwide professional tennis tour for women. The WTA's corporate headquarters is in St. Petersburg, Florida, with its European headquarters in London and its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Beijing.

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Steve Simon

CEO / Managing Director

Matthew Cenedella

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Year founded

1973

last updated:

30 September, 2024