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,
Coco Gauff makes history at Riyadh Open tennis championship
The championship match showcased Gauff’s remarkable resilience as she overcame Chinese competitor Zheng Qinwen in an intense three-set contest. After dropping the first set 3-6, Gauff mounted a spectacular comeback,
Tennis bosses address Saudi Arabia 'player briefings' as WTA Finals concerns heat up
Saudi Arabia has already staged the Next Gen ATP Finals - an event for players aged 20 and under - and several exhibitions, including the recent Six Kings Slam. But the WTA Finals is the first time top players have headed to the Kingdom to compete as part of the professional tennis tour.
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 ...
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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 ...