Swiatek and Sabalenka experience mixed fortunes at Dubai Tennis Championships
World No 1 comes through a tough battle with Stephens after world No 2 loses for a sixth time in eight meetings against Vekic.
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Aryna Sabalenka slumps to shock defeat at DDF Tennis Championships
Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka fell to a surprise defeat at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday.
Former champions Ostapenko and Svitolina up and running at Dubai Tennis Championships
The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships may be stacked with the best players in the world, who between them have won countless titles, but there are only two former champions in the field.
Liudmila Samsonova using last year’s final memories to fuel Abu Dhabi Open bid
Russian eighth seed narrowly missed out on the inaugural title but has been in fine form on her return.
Alexandra Eala enjoys day in limelight at Abu Dhabi Open while Naomi Osaka is swept aside
Filipino teenager beaten 7-6, 6-1 by Magda Linette as Japanese former world No 1 loses 7-5, 6-0 to Danielle Collins.
Ons Jabeur: 'I love playing in Abu Dhabi - it feels like being back home'
Tunisian world No 6 talks to The National ahead of her debut appearance at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open.
Elena Rybakina hopes her affinity with UAE can spur her to Abu Dhabi Open success
Elena Rybakina hopes her strong affinity with the UAE will translate into success when she gets her Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open campaign under way.
Krejcikova: It's up to Siniakova if we reunite for Olympics - I'd love to play with her
Barbora Krejcikova said it will be up to former doubles partner Katerina Siniakova to decide if the pair reunite to defend their gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics this summer.
Emma Raducanu: 'I'm very patient - if I keep working to improve, results will follow'
The former US Open champion talks to The National ahead of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, where she continues her return from long-term injury.
From Ons Jabeur to Naomi Osaka - complete player guide for Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
The second edition of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open gets under way on Monday as many of the world's best female tennis players battle for glory at Zayed Sports City.
Saudi ambassador Princess Reema: Evert and Navratilova views beyond disappointing
Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the US, Princess Reema Bandar Al Saud, has responded to an opinion piece by Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova which criticised the WTA Tour's plans to move the Finals to the kingdom, saying their stance is based on "outdated stereotypes".
Naomi Osaka accepts wildcard for Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has been confirmed for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open next month after accepting a wildcard to play in the WTA 500 tournament.
Rafael Nadal and Emma Raducanu show encouraging signs on comeback trails
Rafael Nadal and Emma Raducanu might be at opposite ends of their respective tennis careers but parallels can be drawn between their early years.
Medvedev and Jabeur confirmed for Dubai Tennis Championships as tickets go on sale
Daniil Medvedev will defend his Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships title next month, while fan favourite Ons Jabeur is set to return after organisers announced the first few names for the tournament.
Simona Halep in fight to salvage career and legacy as doping saga rumbles on
Romanian handed four-year ban for two doping offences and has begun appeal proceedings
Novak Djokovic channels 'Mamba Mentality' to create more tennis history at US Open
Serbian star pays tribute to Kobe Bryant after securing a record-extending 24th Grand Slam title
Coco Gauff cements status as future of American tennis with US Open triumph
The 19-year-old has lived under a fierce spotlight since bursting on to the scene four years ago - now as a Grand Slam champion she has made the ultimate breakthrough from contender to elite star
Ons Jabeur 'excited' by prospect of WTA Finals moving to Saudi Arabia
Ons Jabeur said she is "very excited" by the prospect of playing in the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia this year and believes hosting the season-finale tournament in the kingdom can enhance opportunities for tennis players throughout the Arab world.
Ons Jabeur: What the Tunisian needs to do to win the 2023 Wimbledon women's title
Ons Jabeur advanced to her third Grand Slam final on Thursday with a superb victory over second seed Aryna Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semi-finals.
Wimbledon preview talking points: Will anyone stop Djokovic and can Jabeur challenge?
The grasscourt Grand Slam begins on Monday as Djokovic aims to equal Federer's record of eight titles
French Open takeaways: Djokovic and Swiatek stamp authority, Kato's redemption story
The clay-court Grand Slam was packed with talking points but in the end, the two best players lifted the trophies
French Open 2023: Will the Djokovic-Alcaraz rivalry finally kick into gear in Paris?
In a constant tussle for the top ranking, the Serb and the Spaniard are yet to meet on the court this year
Carlos Alcaraz the firm favourite for French Open whether Rafael Nadal plays or not
Spanish star claimed the 10th title of his career at Madrid Masters and looks in unstoppable form ahead of Roland Garros
Carlos Alcaraz provides immediate reminder of pedigree with emphatic Indian Wells title
Absent from the Australian Open, the Spaniard outclassed his rivals under challenging circumstances to return to the top of the rankings
Iga Swiatek and Ons Jabeur aim to get back on track at Indian Wells
World No 1 hopes to bounce back from shock Dubai final defeat when she defends her title, while the Tunisian returns from knee surgery
Dubai champion Daniil Medvedev banishes doubts to become man to beat at Indian Wells
Daniil Medvedev revealed recently that his confidence had dropped so low at the start of the year that he sought advice from a fellow professional on how to win tennis matches.
Medvedev all smiles after dominating Rublev to win Dubai Tennis Championships title
The day before their showdown in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships final, Daniil Medvedev posted on social media a photo of himself alongside Andrey Rublev from their junior days
Abu Dhabi champion Belinda Bencic finally gets chance to fulfil skydive wish
Swiss collected the eighth title of her career on Sunday by defeating Samsonova in the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open final
Belinda Bencic fights back from the brink to clinch Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open title
Belinda Bencic fought back from the brink to defeat Liudmila Samsonova in a thrilling Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open final on Sunday evening to capture her second title of the season.
Andy Murray to join Novak Djokovic at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Andy Murray has confirmed his participation in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships later this month after the three-time Grand Slam champion accepted a wildcard for the tournament.
Elena Rybakina on a rollercoaster career of Covid disruption to Wimbledon champion
Russian-born Kazakh talks to 'The National' about her breakthrough Grand Slam triumph, reaching the Australian Open final, and returning to the UAE for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Garbine Muguruza on Covid, comebacks - and coming to Abu Dhabi
The Spanish former world No 1 tells 'The National' about the inaugural Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open and how she plans to approach the new season after a difficult 2022
Ryan Fox maintains champion's mentality heading into RAK Championship
Ryan Fox finds himself in a curious position heading into the Ras Al Khaimah Championship on Thursday. The New Zealander is the last player to win a DP World Tour event at Al Hamra Golf Club, yet he is not the defending champion this week.
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