WTA lifts boycott in China first inspired by Peng Shuai concerns, citing 'no sign of changing'
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WTA to resume events in China after ending boycott over Peng Shuai sexual assault allegations
The WTA is to resume events in China as it brings an end to its boycott of the country over the sexual assault allegations in relation to Peng Shuai. Peng, now retired but formerly a world No. 14 and a former US Open semi-finalist, said in November 2021 that she had been «forced» into sexual relations with China's former vice president Zhang Gaoli.
WTA to resume tournaments in China this year
:The Women's Tennis Association will resume operations in China this year, it said on Thursday, citing the "extraordinary price" on players as reason for reversing a decision taken over concerns for the safety of former doubles number one Peng Shuai.
Women's tennis tour ends Peng Shuai-inspired China boycott
The women's professional tennis tour will bring its events back to China later this year, announcing on Thursday the end of a boycott instituted in late 2021 over concerns about the safety of former player Peng Shuai after she accused a high-ranking government official there of sexual assault.
Punching Pooh: Taiwan's unofficial air force badge goes viral
Patriotic badges showing Winnie the Pooh being punched in the face by a Taiwanese black bear have gone viral across the self-ruled island.
After Ukraine, Taiwan? Pacific spike in tensions
Are Beijing and Washington really fixing for a fight? After Ukraine, can the United States stomach a second superpower showdown?
Japan, China meet to discuss maritime concerns as Beijing simulates attack on Taiwan
TOKYO: Senior Japanese and Chinese government officials met on Monday (Apr 10) to discuss maritime concerns in disputed waters in the East China Sea as Beijing conducted wargames around Taiwan.
Maple Leafs sign forward Matthew Knies to 3-year, entry-level contract
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Matthew Knies to a three-year, entry-level contract.