Steve Simon Unlikely To Survive As WTA Chief Amidst Cancun Controversy

Steve Simon, who has served as the chairman and chief executive officer of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) for eight years, has faced mounting criticism from players, particularly in the wake of the decision to stage the Tour Finals outdoors in Cancun, Mexico. This decision was met with considerable skepticism and has drawn scrutiny from various quarters. Tennis legend Martina …

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WTA Faces Rebellion in Novak Djokovic-Led Player Union

In a groundbreaking move that could reshape the landscape of women’s tennis, more than 20 top female players have joined forces to express their frustrations with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) leadership. This rebellion comes amid growing discontent with the treatment of women in the sport and a desire for more player-driven decision-making. Simon’s letter reflects the pressure being applied …

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“I Feel Really Disrespected By The WTA” – Aryna Sabalenka Criticises WTA Finals Organization In Mexico

Reigning World No. 1 in women’s tennis Aryna Sabalenka has criticised the organization of the WTA Finals in Mexico, expressing her sense of feeling “disrespected” by the Women’s Tennis Association and concerned for her safety during her first victory at the event. The decision to host the WTA Finals in Cancun, Mexico, was only finalized in September after negotiations with …

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Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk refuses to shake hands with Russian opponent, dedicates win to those ‘fighting and dying’ in Ukraine

Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk dedicated her first WTA title to  “all the people fighting and dying” in her home country after defeating Russia’s Varvara Gracheva 6-3 7-5 at the ATX Open in Austin, Texas. MARTA'S MOMENT ♥️@marta_kostyuk has won her maiden Hologic WTA Tour title in Austin 🏆#ATXOpen pic.twitter.com/jxK6bQAEOx — wta (@WTA) March 5, 2023 Visibly emotional after her win, Kostyuk …

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