Tag: WTA Riyadh
Gauff says she was concerned playing in Saudi Arabia for the WTA Finals
Despite only being 20 years old, American tennis player and 2023 US Open champion Coco Gauff has shown a level of maturity and insight that underscores her age. This was particularly clear during her incredible run to the title at last week's WTA Finals...
Kasatkina shares romantic pictures and video of her enjoying the Maldives with her girlfriend
Tennis star Daria Kasatkina recently took to social media to share some beautiful and romantic moments from her vacation in the Maldives with her girlfriend, Natalia Zabiiako. The couple, who have been open about their relationship since Kasatkina came out as bisexual in 2022,...
Coco Gauff’s resilience praised by Justine Henin after WTA Finals victory
In an inspiring end to her season, Coco Gauff captured the WTA Finals title in Riyadh, coming from behind to overcome Zheng Qinwen in a nail-biting final. This achievement marked the 20-year-old’s third title of the year and lifted her to the world No....
Coco Gauff equals Serena Williams’ record, advances to WTA Finals showdown in Riyadh
Coco Gauff has made tennis history once again, advancing to the WTA Finals championship match in Riyadh by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a tight 7-6, 6-4 victory. This win not only secures Gauff’s place in the final, but it also matches...
WTA issues a statement in defense of Barbora Krejcikova
After Jon Wertheim made comments regarding the appearance of the current Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova on-air, the Tennis Channel suspended him.
Zheng Qinwen defeated Krejcikova in the semifinals of this week's WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. However, Wertheim mentioned Krejcikova's forehead while covering the...
Jon Wertheim removed from Tennis Channel after inappropriate comment about Barbora Krejcikova appearance
The Tennis Channel has immediately suspended analyst Jon Wertheim from its programming after he made a disparaging comment about Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova.
Off-air, American reporter Wertheim made a remark about Krejcikova's forehead as he got ready for a broadcast on Friday that would cover...
Andy Roddick says Jon Wartheim ‘stepped in shit’ with his remarks on Barbora Krejcikova
Andy Roddick released a hasty version of his hugely popular podcast after one of his main contributors became embroiled in a major controversy due to remarks he made while working for The Tennis Channel.Â
During the Tennis Channel's preview of Barbora Krejcikova's matchup with Zheng...
Jon Wertheim apologizes after unpleasant comment about Barbora Krejcikova appearance
In a statement issued after an off-air comment was inadvertently broadcast, sports journalist Jon Wertheim apologized for remarks made about the appearance of Czech tennis star Barbora Krejcikova. Wertheim explained that the comment occurred during a private rehearsal for a Tennis Channel show, where...
Zheng Qinwen on WTA Finals loss to Coco Gauff in Riyadh: “Tennis can hurt you”
In a dramatic and grueling match that lasted over three hours, Zheng Qinwen faced off against Coco Gauff in the WTA Finals final in Riyadh on Saturday. The match was a true test of endurance and mental fortitude, with both players showcasing their incredible...
Barbora Krejcikova slams tennis journalist for controversial remarks and lack of professionalism
In response to tennis journalist Jon Wertheim's recent controversial remarks regarding her appearance, Barbora Krejcikova has criticized him for his lack of professionalism. According to the two-time Grand Slam champion, this is now standard practice in the sports industry, and she urged reporters to...
