Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff to clash in Wuhan Open semi-finals
3 months ago

Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff to clash in Wuhan Open semi-finals

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Australian Open finalist Qinwen Zheng crashes out in second round
17 hours, 38 minutes ago

Australian Open finalist Qinwen Zheng crashes out in second round

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Aryna Sabalenka starts Australian Open defence in style with Sloane Stephens win: ‘It feels like home’
3 days, 11 hours ago

Aryna Sabalenka starts Australian Open defence in style with Sloane Stephens win: ‘It feels like home’

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Australian Open 2025: Olympic champ Zheng says ‘getting closer’ to top-ranked Sabalenka
5 days, 17 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Olympic champ Zheng says ‘getting closer’ to top-ranked Sabalenka

The Hindu  

Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen said at the Australian Open Friday that she is getting “closer and closer” to Aryna Sabalenka, having been well beaten in last year’s final by the big-hitting Belarusian. “I think each time I play against her, the results are getting closer and closer, which is a positive thing,” said Zheng, who pushed Sabalenka to three sets …

Australian Open 2025, women’s draw: Sabalenka projected to face Gauff in semifinals, Swiatek opens campaign against Siniakova
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6 days, 20 hours ago

Australian Open 2025, women’s draw: Sabalenka projected to face Gauff in semifinals, Swiatek opens campaign against Siniakova

The Hindu  

1 Aryna Sabalenka will begin her title defence at the Australian Open with a first-round match against former US Open champion Sloane Stephens, as per the draw ceremony held in Melbourne on Thursday. Third seed Coco Gauff, former US Open champion, will be up against compatriot and former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin in the first round. Fifth-seeded Chinese Zheng …

Coco Gauff in superb form for 2025 Australian Open campaign
1 week, 1 day ago

Coco Gauff in superb form for 2025 Australian Open campaign

The Hindu  

Coco Gauff will begin her Australian Open campaign on a high next week, after riding a roller-coaster 2024 to claim her maiden WTA Finals title and deliver the United Cup to the Americans in pristine form. It’s easier said than done.” That cool calm was on display at November’s WTA Finals, where she overcame her key antagonist Iga Swiatek - …

United Cup: Gauff and Fritz guides USA to mixed team semifinals
2 weeks ago

United Cup: Gauff and Fritz guides USA to mixed team semifinals

The Hindu  

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz powered the U.S., tournament winner two years ago, into the semifinals of the United Cup mixed teams tennis event on Wednesday. In the first singles match in Perth, Gauff got the ball rolling for her team with a gritty 7-6, 6-2 win over Zhang Shuai. World No.3-ranked Gauff said: “Shuai was playing amazing tennis out …

Gauff and Fritz put U.S. in United Cup tennis semis. Kazakhstan also through after ousting Germany
2 weeks ago

Gauff and Fritz put U.S. in United Cup tennis semis. Kazakhstan also through after ousting Germany

Associated Press  

PERTH, Australia — Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz powered the U.S., tournament winner two years ago, into the semifinals of the United Cup mixed teams tennis event on Wednesday. To play in this heat was so tough.” In Sydney, Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurcacz won their deciding mixed doubles match over the Czech Republic to qualify Poland for the quarterfinals. …

Aryna Sabalenka wins first WTA Player of the Year award after clinching two Grand Slams
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1 month ago

Aryna Sabalenka wins first WTA Player of the Year award after clinching two Grand Slams

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Women’s tennis season review: Aryna Sabalenka rises, Coco Gauff evolves, Zheng Qinwen breaks through
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Women’s tennis season review: Aryna Sabalenka rises, Coco Gauff evolves, Zheng Qinwen breaks through

New York Times  

Tennis is finally taking a breath. In a review of the 2024 WTA season, The Athletic’s tennis team look back at Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek’s battle for world No. A season of two coaches for Gauff, and reflections on the WTA top 10 Hansen: If you were analyzing Gauff’s season — the WTA Tour Finals title, a WTA 1000 …

ATP & WTA Finals – Sinner Outclasses the Elite Club While Gauff Creates History
1 month, 2 weeks ago

ATP & WTA Finals – Sinner Outclasses the Elite Club While Gauff Creates History

The Hindu  

“The gulf between Sinner and everyone else in this tournament is a pretty big body of water.” — Jim Courier, former world No. I would have said, arguably, maybe his first serve is better — but not today.” Young guns: Sinner, lanky and wiry-strong at slightly over 6’3”, surpassed Fritz with an overall service rating of 323 to 288. | …

Gauff rides highs and lows to win first WTA Finals trophy
2 months ago

Gauff rides highs and lows to win first WTA Finals trophy

China Daily  

Coco Gauff of the US celebrates with the trophy after winning the women's singles final against China's Zheng Qinwen at King Saud University Indoor Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Nov 9, 2024. American Coco Gauff had a bitterly disappointing summer, but on Saturday the youngster was able to celebrate lifting her first WTA Finals trophy, regaining her confidence after a string …

WTA year-end rankings 2024 confirmed: Aryna Sabalenka finishes as No.1, Qinwen Zheng enters top 5
2 months ago

WTA year-end rankings 2024 confirmed: Aryna Sabalenka finishes as No.1, Qinwen Zheng enters top 5

India TV News  

Aryna Sabalenka finished as the world's No.1 female tennis player in the updated WTA year-end rankings 2024 on Monday. Despite failing to reach the final of the WTA Finals, the star Belarusian clinched the Australian Open and US Open titles in 2024 to snatch the world No.1 crown from Iga Swiatek. Meanwhile, the Chinese youngster Qinwen Zheng entered the top …

Gauff rides highs and lows to win first WTA Finals trophy
2 months ago

Gauff rides highs and lows to win first WTA Finals trophy

China Daily  

Coco Gauff of the US celebrates with the trophy after winning the women's singles final against China's Zheng Qinwen at King Saud University Indoor Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Nov 9, 2024. American Coco Gauff had a bitterly disappointing summer, but on Saturday the youngster was able to celebrate lifting her first WTA Finals trophy, regaining her confidence after a string …

Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen
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2 months ago

Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen

Deccan Chronicle  

Riyadh: Coco Gauff won the WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in the final. Zheng was looking to complete a season in which she reached a grand slam final for the first time at the Australian Open and delivered China's first Olympic tennis singles gold medal. Gauff beat Sabalenka …

WTA Finals: Gauff beats Zheng to clinch title, becomes youngest champion since Sharapova
2 months ago

WTA Finals: Gauff beats Zheng to clinch title, becomes youngest champion since Sharapova

The Hindu  

Coco Gauff beat China’s Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in a three-hour battle on Saturday to become the youngest player to win the WTA Finals since Maria Sharapova in 2004 and the first American champion since Serena Williams 10 years ago. Olympic gold medallist Zheng, seeded seventh and making her WTA Finals debut, won the first set in just under …

Coco Gauff makes WTA Finals history with victory over Zheng Qinwen in title clash
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2 months ago

Coco Gauff makes WTA Finals history with victory over Zheng Qinwen in title clash

Firstpost  

Gauff rallied back from 3-6, 1-3 down, and erased a one-break deficit twice in the decider, to overcome Zheng in three hours and four minutes – the second-longest WTA final in 2024. Reuters image Coco Gauff became the youngest player to win the WTA Finals title in 20 years with a gruelling 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 victory over Olympic champion Zheng …

Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen
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2 months ago

Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen

New Indian Express  

RIYADH: Coco Gauff won the WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in the final on Saturday. Zheng was looking to complete a season in which she reached a grand slam final for the first time at the Australian Open and delivered China's first Olympic tennis singles gold medal. Gauff …

Coco Gauff beats Zheng Qinwen to become youngest to win WTA Finals in a thriller
2 months ago

Coco Gauff beats Zheng Qinwen to become youngest to win WTA Finals in a thriller

India Today  

Coco Gauff made history on Saturday, becoming the youngest player in 20 years to win the WTA Finals after a thrilling three-set victory over China’s Zheng Qinwen. Gauff fought back to win 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in a match that lasted three hours, making her the first American to claim the title since Serena Williams in 2013. Coco Gauff creates history …

Coco Gauff finishes tough year on a high with WTA Tour Finals triumph
2 months ago

Coco Gauff finishes tough year on a high with WTA Tour Finals triumph

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Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen
2 months ago

Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Coco Gauff won the WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in the final on Saturday. And so, yeah, I use it as motivation.” Zheng was looking to complete a season in which she reached a grand slam final for the first time at the Australian …

WTA Finals: Gauff defeats Sabalenka in semis, set to face Zheng for title
2 months ago

WTA Finals: Gauff defeats Sabalenka in semis, set to face Zheng for title

The Hindu  

American Coco Gauff defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 7-6, 6-3 in the semi-finals of the WTA Finals on Friday and will take on China’s Zheng Qinwen in the showpiece match. After trading early breaks, Sabalenka broke again to take a 6-5 lead to serve for the set but Gauff responded, forcing a tiebreak which saw eight breaks of serve …

Coco Gauff completes dream run to become youngest to win WTA Finals in 20 years
2 months, 1 week ago

Coco Gauff completes dream run to become youngest to win WTA Finals in 20 years

CNN  

CNN — American tennis sensation Coco Gauff ended her season in style Saturday, rallying to defeat China’s Zheng Qinwen 3-6 6-4 7-6 to win the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The 20-year-old capped a run that saw her become the youngest player since Maria Sharapova in 2004 to win the prestigious tournament reserved for the best players in the …

Coco Gauff earns record £3.7m after winning WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia
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2 months, 1 week ago

Coco Gauff earns record £3.7m after winning WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia

The Telegraph  

Coco Gauff earned the biggest pay cheque in the history of women’s tennis, pocketing £3.7 million when she defeated Qinwen Zheng to claim the first WTA Finals event to be staged in Riyadh. “She just gets on with it.” With six match points in her pocket, Gauff missed a couple of chances before wrapping up her 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 victory …

Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka to set up final with Zheng Qinwen
2 months, 1 week ago

Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka to set up final with Zheng Qinwen

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Zheng beats Krejcikova to reach WTA Finals showpiece, to face Sabalenka or Gauff for title
2 months, 1 week ago

Zheng beats Krejcikova to reach WTA Finals showpiece, to face Sabalenka or Gauff for title

The Hindu  

China’s Zheng Qinwen overcame a battling Barbora Krejcikova in a 6-3, 7-5 semifinal win at the WTA Finals in Riyadh on Friday. Olympic gold medallist Zheng, making her WTA Finals debut, got off to a great start against the Czech eighth seed, with an early break of serve to take a 3-0 lead. The second set looked to be going …

Barbora Krejcikova knocks out Iga Swiatek to book WTA Finals semi-final spot
2 months, 1 week ago

Barbora Krejcikova knocks out Iga Swiatek to book WTA Finals semi-final spot

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Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win
2 months, 1 week ago

Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Barbora Krejcikova grabbed the last semifinal spot at the WTA Finals with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Coco Gauff on Thursday, a result that eliminated second-ranked Iga Swiatek from the season-ending tournament. Krejcikova completes a last-four lineup that already included top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and Gauff. And I think definitely for me, it’s a big …

Qinwen Zheng powers into WTA Finals last four as Aryna Sabalenka stunned
2 months, 1 week ago

Qinwen Zheng powers into WTA Finals last four as Aryna Sabalenka stunned

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WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out
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2 months, 1 week ago

WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out

The Hindu  

American sixth seed Jessica Pegula has withdrawn from the WTA Finals in Riyadh with a left knee injury, the tournament announced on Wednesday. A runner-up at the WTA Finals last year, Pegula lost her opening two matches in Saudi Arabia in straight sets and had no chance of advancing to the semifinals. READ | WTA Finals 2024: Zheng beats Paolini, …

WTA Finals 2024: Zheng beats Paolini, marches into semifinals, Rybakina beats Sabalenka
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2 months, 1 week ago

WTA Finals 2024: Zheng beats Paolini, marches into semifinals, Rybakina beats Sabalenka

The Hindu  

China’s Zheng Qinwen reached the semifinals of the WTA Finals in Riyadh after claiming an impressive 6-1, 6-1 win over Italian fourth seed Jasmine Paolini on Wednesday. Thanks for all your support.” The Paris Olympics champion finishes second in the purple round-robin group behind top seed Aryna Sabalenka, who secured her semifinal berth by beating Paolini 6-3, 7-5 on Monday. …

Coco Gauff earns rare win over Iga Swiatek to book place in WTA Finals last four
2 months, 1 week ago

Coco Gauff earns rare win over Iga Swiatek to book place in WTA Finals last four

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Aryna Sabalenka withstands Jasmine Paolini fight-back to seal WTA Finals progress
2 months, 1 week ago

Aryna Sabalenka withstands Jasmine Paolini fight-back to seal WTA Finals progress

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Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh
2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh

China Daily  

Sabalenka dominates Zheng in Riyadh, securing a fifth consecutive win in their 14-month rivalry. The Belarusian top seed dominated the match, winning the first two sets before securing a comfortable victory in the third set. She will be aiming to secure her maiden Grand Slam title at the WTA Finals in conclusion.

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing the win on her own serve in the final set. The match attracted a large crowd …

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing a one-set lead in 39 minutes. She will now aim to secure her maiden Grand Slam …

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start
Trending News
2 months, 1 week ago

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start

Associated Press  

Coco Gauff secured a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over Jessica Pegula in the first round of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Gauff converted five of her eight break-point opportunities and will face Iga Swiatek in the next match. Pegula will next clash with Barbora Krejcikova in the second round.

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot

Associated Press  

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka won her opening match against Zheng Qinwen in the opening match of the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Sabalenka won 6-3, 6-4 to extend her perfect record against the Chinese player to 5-0. She also set up for ending the year at the top with two wins in her remaining group matches.

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home

China Daily  

Wuhan celebrates its rising stars as tennis fever sweeps the city. 22-year-old Zheng Qinwen secures her first-ever WTA Finals qualification with a runner-up finish at the Wuhan Open, showcasing her remarkable resilience and determination. Meanwhile, 11-year-old Li Mengxiao, also from Wuhan, is determined to bridge the gap in the girls' U12 category by competing in several more tournaments.

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home

China Daily  

Wuhan celebrates its rising stars as young athletes shine on the tennis court. 22-year-old Zheng Qinwen secures her first-ever WTA Finals qualification with a runner-up finish at the Wuhan Open, showcasing her remarkable performances throughout the season. Meanwhile, 11-year-old Li Mengxiao, also from Wuhan, is determined to bridge the gap in the girls' U12 category by competing in several more …

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Wuhan Tennis Fever: Young Stars Shine Bright at Home

China Daily  

Wuhan celebrates its rising stars as young athletes shine on the tennis court. 22-year-old Zheng Qinwen secures her first-ever WTA Finals qualification with a runner-up finish at the Wuhan Open, showcasing her remarkable performances throughout the season. Meanwhile, 11-year-old Li Mengxiao, from Wuhan, is determined to bridge the gap in the girls' U12 category by competing in several more tournaments …

China's Yuan Secures First Career WTA Doubles Title at Ningbo Open
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's Yuan Secures First Career WTA Doubles Title at Ningbo Open

China Daily  

China's Yuan Yue and her Dutch partner Demi Schuurs emerged victorious at the Ningbo Open, securing their first career WTA doubles title. Yuan, who had never won a major doubles title before, dominated the court with her exceptional baseline play and strong partnership with Schuurs. They defeated top-seeded Nicole Melichar-Martinez and Ellen Perez in the final, showcasing their incredible chemistry …

Coco Gauff derailed by double faults as Aryna Sabalenka surges into Wuhan Open final
3 months ago

Coco Gauff derailed by double faults as Aryna Sabalenka surges into Wuhan Open final

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Gauff Battles Back to Reach China Open Final, Faces Muchova in Final
3 months, 1 week ago

Gauff Battles Back to Reach China Open Final, Faces Muchova in Final

Associated Press  

Coco Gauff secured her place in the China Open final with a thrilling 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Paula Badosa. She will face Karolina Muchova in the final, who defeated Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen in the other semifinal. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner continued their impressive form, advancing to the semifinals with comfortable straight-set victories. Alcaraz defeated Shang …

Gauff rallies against qualifier to reach China Open semis against Badosa
3 months, 1 week ago

Gauff rallies against qualifier to reach China Open semis against Badosa

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Sixth-ranked Coco Gauff again made a slow start and had to rally to beat Ukrainian qualifier Yuliia Starodubtseva 2-6, 6-2, 6-2 to make the China Open semifinals on Thursday for a second straight year. Starodubtseva last month became the first woman in the Open era to qualify for all four Grand Slam tournaments in the same year, and …

Coco Gauff helps carry Naomi Osaka’s bags off court after shock China Open retirement
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Coco Gauff helps carry Naomi Osaka’s bags off court after shock China Open retirement

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Sinner rallies for win in Beijing as WADA appeals his steroid case
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sinner rallies for win in Beijing as WADA appeals his steroid case

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Top-ranked Jannik Sinner rallied to beat Roman Safiullin 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 in the second round of the China Open on Saturday and learned afterward that his steroid case is far from over. Third-seeded Daniil Medvedev, who lost to Sinner in this year’s Australian Open final, also reached the last eight after beating French veteran Adrian Mannarino 7-6, 6-2. …

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage

China Daily  

Olympic champion and world No 7 Zheng Qinwen of China enjoys a light moment with her coach during a practice session for the China Open on Tuesday. XINHUA Paris Olympics champion Zheng Qinwen said Tuesday that she hopes to use the fervent support of the home crowd to propel her to a first China Open title. "I don't think I …

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage

China Daily  

Olympic champion and world No 7 Zheng Qinwen of China enjoys a light moment with her coach during a practice session for the China Open on Tuesday. XINHUA Paris Olympics champion Zheng Qinwen said Tuesday that she hopes to use the fervent support of the home crowd to propel her to a first China Open title. "I don't think I …

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final
4 months, 1 week ago

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final

The Independent  

✕ Close Jack Draper opens up on anxiety after vomiting on US Open court Aryna Sabalenka won her first US Open title and third grand slam after beating home favourite Jessica Pegula to avenge last year’s final defeat. There were nervy moments, particulary as the American Pegula, playing in her first grand slam final, fought back from 3-0 down to …

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