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Laureus launches support of Naomi Osaka’s Play Academy initiative
Play Academy with Naomi Osaka, backed by Laureus, has been launched with the aim of keeping girls in sport and improving quality of life.
Tennis Majors
December 23, 2020
“I will not shut up and dribble” – Naomi Osaka pens passionate defence of athlete activism
The US Open champion says athletes should be speaking more - not less - on issues of social justice.
Carrie Dunn
December 22, 2020
“We are still fighting for recognition” – Evert explains why her rivalry with Navratilova is the biggest in tennis
Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova played each other 80 times over 16 years. In an interview with Tennis Majors, Evert tells Simon Cambers what made their relationship so special and how women still have to fight to be heard
Simon Cambers
December 19, 2020
In pictures: Our top 10 women’s matches of 2020
From Serena-Azarenka to Kvitova-Rogers, we at Tennis Majors put together a photo compilation of the 10 best women's matches of the 2020 season.
Mathieu Canac
December 18, 2020
Tighter protocols in store for players at Australian Open
In a document seen by Tennis Majors, the Australian Open has told players they can bring only two additional team members to Melbourne, and outlined a set of tightened protocols
Simon Cambers
December 16, 2020
3 years ago
Report: WTA to begin its 2021 Season in Abu Dhabi, followed by Australian Open qualifiers in Dubai
According to the Gulf News a plan is in the works to bring...
Chris Oddo
3 years ago
Vogue cover girl Naomi Osaka: raising awareness and finding her level
In a new cover piece for Vogue Magazine, Naomi Osaka reflects on a...
Chris Oddo
3 years ago
Osaka named among SI’s Sportspersons of the Year – An honor special for so many reasons
Naomi Osaka is one of Sports Illustrated's Sportspersons of the Year for 2020,...
Ricky Dimon
3 years ago
“ATP and WTA will do more and more together” – Analysing WTA chief Steve Simon’s promise
Roger Federer's twitter suggestion in April that the ATP and WTA should merge...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
Lessons learned from the pandemic – Volvo Car Open set to bounce back better than ever in 2021
The Volvo Car Open was cancelled in 2020 but still went ahead with...
Chris Oddo
3 years ago
“We’ve learned how to operate in this environment” – Exclusive interview with WTA chief Steve Simon
After a year in which the WTA could not operate for five months...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
2021 ATP/WTA calendar: All options still on the table, from best-case to worst-case scenarios
Tennis Majors surveyed tournament organisers on professional tours in 2021. Only a tiny...
Cédric Rouquette
3 years ago
Exclusive: WTA chief Steve Simon says full stadiums may not return until 2022
In an interview with Tennis Majors, WTA chairman Steve Simon tells Simon Cambers...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
Focus: Australian Open difficulties set the tone for life on tour in 2021
Even as the coronavirus vaccines (hopefully) begin to be rolled out, the upcoming...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
WTA announces rebranding with new tournament names and new logo
In a sign of the growing co-operation between the men's and women's tours,...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
The coaching carousel: Who’s in, who’s out?
The end of the year is often when players make coaching changes and...
Simon Cambers
3 years ago
Victoria Premier refuses to commit to Australian Open in January
There is doubt surrounding whether the first Grand Slam of the year will...
Carrie Dunn
3 years ago
Victorian government ‘confident’ about 2021 Australian Open amid travel concerns
Amid uncertainty due to COVID-19, the Victorian government remains confident about the 2021...
Tennis Majors
3 years ago
Linz recap: WTA season ends with another title for Sabalenka
The two top seeds -- and doubles partners -- met in the Linz...
Ricky Dimon
3 years ago
Aryna Sabalenka in 2020: Three titles, but slams still a struggle
Belarussian Aryna Sabalenka has all the power and skills required for success at...
Simon Cambers