Seeded WTA trio extended in Russia
Seeded trio Anett Kontaveit, Belinda Bencic and Elise Mertens have all got through tough three-set matches to reach the second round of the WTA Tour's St Petersburg Ladies Trophy.
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Nick Kyrgios doesn't care what you think of him and hopes to one day 'be an icon' after Australian Open doubles win
At an inconspicuous sports hall, nestled amongst the historic buildings surrounding Sydney Harbour, Nick Kyrgios is beaming as he runs up and down a basketball court with his mates.
Novak Djokovic news: Andrew Castle exclusive on what comes next for the world No 1
Former British No 1 Andrew Castle has told Tennis365 that Novak Djokovic’s deportation drama in Australia may give him extra incentive to shine when he returns to action later this month.
Peng Shuai interview ‘does not alleviate any of our concerns’ – WTA
The Women’s Tennis Association says its concerns over Peng Shuai have not been alleviated by an interview with L’Equipe.
WTA says latest Peng interview does not ease concerns about her safety
A recent interview in which Peng Shuai denied accusing anyone of sexual assault has done little to address concerns about the Chinese player's safety, the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) reaffirmed on Monday.
WTA still 'concerned' over Peng after new denial
WTA chief Steve Simon said Monday the organisation maintained concern for the wellbeing of Peng Shuai after the Chinese tennis player issued a further denial of sexual assault allegations.
Peng says there is no need for concern
Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai says she never accused anyone of sexual assault, adding that she herself had deleted her social media post in November that had appeared to make such a claim.
Tennis player Peng Shuai denies making accusation of sexual assault against Chinese official: report
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