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
How are Saudi Arabia's WTA Finals unfolding?
BBC Sport looks at how the WTA Finals, which are being held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, are unfolding - and what the reaction has been.
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.
The Controversy Over Playing the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia
In a country that is often criticized over its treatment of women, the tennis world debates the pros and cons of holding the elite women’s tournament there.
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,
Coco Gauff wins WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Zheng Qinwen
Coco Gauff has won the WTA Finals for the first time by rallying to beat Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (2) in the final in Riyadh.
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 on WTA Finals coming to Saudi Arabia: 'I do think sport can be a way to open doors to people'
Coco Gauff reveals she had reservations about the WTA Finals moving to Saudi Arabia but says sport can be a way to open doors to people; WTA Finals run in Riyadh from November 2-9; Gauff hopes that people see us and what we represent,
Coco Gauff’s WTA Finals title ends her season with a $4.8 million check and a big turnaround
Coco Gauff has wrapped up her season as well as possible. She won the WTA Finals and the $4.8 million check that came with the trophy and defeated the women ranked Nos. 1 and 2 along the way.
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.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion names quality on show at WTA Finals that will take Coco Gauff ‘far in her career’
Coco Gauff secured her first ever WTA Finals title with a stunning comeback win over Zheng Qinwen last weekend. The American ...
Coco Gauff Makes History As Youngest WTA Finals Champion In 20 Years, Also Nabs Largest Payout With $4.8M
Tennis superstar Coco Gauff capped off the 2024 season by defeating China’s Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (2) in Riyadh, Saudi ...
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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 ... some of the world’s top players chose to wear ...
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Gauff Backs WTA Finals In Saudi Arabia Despite 'Reservations'
Coco Gauff believes bringing the WTA Finals to Saudi Arabia can "open doors" and inspire positive change for women in ...
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Saudi Arabia accused of 'sportswashing' over aggressive push into international sports
Critics spoke out against the Women’s Tennis Association for picking Saudi Arabia to host a major women’s sports event ...
‘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 ...
WTA boss vows to build women's empowerment in Saudi Arabia but Laura Robson wants 'more inclusivity'
WTA boss Portia Archer vows to build womens empowerment in Saudi Arabia, although Laura Robson questions whether progress ...
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Already-eliminated Jessica Pegula speaks on WTA Finals withdrawal: 'I just can’t continue'
After going 0-2 in her first two matches, Pegula withdrew from her last match at the WTA Finals because of a left knee injury. Daria Kasatkina will replace her.