Tennis spectacle collides with everyday reality in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia’s first WTA Tour Finals: Tennis spectacle collides with everyday reality in Riyadh
The WTA believes that tennis can contribute to change in Saudi Arabia. Human rights groups say that is not conversant with reality
Gigi Salmon column: Coco Gauff's incredible mental strength at WTA Finals and tennis in Saudi Arabia
Gigo Salmon looks back at Coco Gauffs stunning win at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia; watch all the action from the mens season-ending event with the ATP Finals in Turin on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+ which is integrated into Sky TV,
Tennis-WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia can help 'open doors', says Gauff
Staging the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia can help to bring change on behalf of gender equality and LGBTQ rights in the kingdom, Coco Gauff said, although the former U.S. Open champion added that she still had some reservations.
Saudi Arabia Hosts a Tennis Final Won by Coco Gauff
The sellout crowd was bathed in purple light and the screens ringing the stadium flashed a countdown to a clubby beat. The latest conquest in Saudi Arabia’s unstoppable advance into the world of sports — soccer,
Saudi Arabia’s endless coffers help Coco Gauff make payday history in Riyadh
Coco Gauff earned $4.805m, the biggest payday at a professional tennis tournament, for her triumph over Olympic gold medallist Zheng Qinwen in the WTA Finals
Saudi Arabia: China's sensation vows to keep pushing limits after missing title in WTA Finals debut
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 09, 2024 Storyline China's tennis ace and Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen vowed to keep pushing her limits after narrowly missed the title in her WTA Finals debut in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday.
‘Change the Game’: Saudi Arabia Takes a Stride Into Women’s Tennis
The kingdom, which has been accused of trying to “sportswash” its human rights record, hosted the WTA Finals, part of its ...
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Saudi Arabia accused of 'sportswashing' over aggressive push into international sports
The WTA Finals were billed as an opportunity to inspire young girls and attract more investment in women’s tennis, but the ...
Tennis Channel removes analyst indefinitely after comment about Barbora Krejčíková’s forehead
The Tennis Channel has taken an analyst off air indefinitely after he made a disparaging remark about Wimbledon champion ...
Tennis Channel suspends reporter after comments on Barbora Krejcikova's appearance
The Tennis Channel has suspended journalist Jon Wertheim after he made remarks about the appearance of Wimbledon champion ...
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Tennis fashion in Saudi Arabia: Outfits from the WTA Finals
The 2024 WTA Finals in Riyadh has not only showcased impressive tennis but also provided a platform for the ... s top ...
WTA boss vows to build women's empowerment in Saudi Arabia but Laura Robson wants 'more inclusivity'
WTA boss Portia Archer vows to build womens empowerment in Saudi Arabia, although Laura Robson questions whether progress ...
Tennis Channel takes Jon Wertheim off the air for comment about Wimbledon champ Barbora Krejcikova
Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has called out Tennis Channel commentator Jon Wertheim on social media for what she ...
Serves Him Right? Tennis Analyst Suspended After Mocking Player's Looks On The Air
Tennis Channel commentator Jon Wertheim has been suspended after insulting a player’s appearance on the air. Wertheim, who is ...