Tag: Controversy

Coco Gauff has quickly become one of the most influential voices in tennis. At just 21 years old, she is already a two-time Grand Slam champion and recently earned a place in Forbes’ prestigious 30 Under 30 list, recognized for her impact in both...

The landscape of professional tennis has changed significantly in recent years, with several players who once represented Russia now competing for other nations. Fourteen active players have made the switch, reflecting both personal decisions and broader geopolitical circumstances. The first wave of changes Before the war,...

Coco Gauff has become one of the most prominent voices in tennis, addressing the pay gap between men and women on the ATP and WTA Tours. The 21‑year‑old American, fresh off her second Grand Slam title at Roland‑Garros, urged organizers to ensure equal pay...

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova expressed her frustration on social media after receiving an unexpected visit from anti-doping officials outside her declared testing window. The Czech player criticized the intrusion, arguing that the rules should be respected by both athletes and the organizations enforcing...

At the Northern Palmyra Trophies, a Russian exhibition event, Anastasia Potapova represented the Lions team alongside Diana Shnaider, Alexander Bublik and Tallon Griekspoor. They faced Daniil Medvedev, Karen Khachanov, Veronika Kudermetova and Yulia Putintseva. The competition featured singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches, remaining...

Alexander Bublik was born in Gatchina, a town near St. Petersburg, before switching to represent Kazakhstan in 2016. The decision was largely motivated by financial opportunities that allowed him to support his professional career. Early memories on St. Petersburg courts Bublik’s connection to St. Petersburg runs...

Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor has come under heavy criticism for his decision to participate in an exhibition tournament in St. Petersburg this weekend. The event is funded by Gazprom, a company directly linked to sponsoring Russia’s war against Ukraine. Warning from the Dutch tennis...

Joao Fonseca, one of the brightest young stars in tennis, has officially withdrawn from the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals due to injury. The 19-year-old Brazilian, who captured the title in Jeddah last year by defeating Learner Tien, will not be traveling to Saudi...

Elena Rybakina capped off her season with a commanding performance at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, defeating world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6(0) to claim the prestigious title. It marked her first major victory since the 2023 Italian Open and earned her a...

Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas was linked to a speeding violation on September 24, when his Lotus was reportedly clocked at 210 km/hr on the Attiki Odos highway. The case quickly drew attention after reports suggested that Tsitsipas himself was behind the wheel. The €2,000...