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Women's tennis

Jannik Sinner and Jessica Pegula advance to third round at Miami Open

Italy's Jannik Sinner in action against Damir Dzumhur, of Bosnia-Herzegovina, on March 21.
Italy's Jannik Sinner in action against Damir Dzumhur, of Bosnia-Herzegovina, on March 21.

Japan’s Rei Sakamoto claims maiden ATP win as teenage talent shines at Miami Open

Rei Sakamoto's victory added to a remarkable collection of teenage triumphs at Hard Rock Stadium this week.
Rei Sakamoto's victory added to a remarkable collection of teenage triumphs at Hard Rock Stadium this week.

Iga Swiatek wants to simplify her game after shock opening defeat in Miami

Mar 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) serves against Magda Linette (POL) (not pictured) on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Mar 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) serves against Magda Linette (POL) (not pictured) on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Iga Swiatek stunned at Miami Open by 50th-ranked Magda Linette

Iga Swiatek hitting a forehand against Magda Linette on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium.
Iga Swiatek hitting a forehand against Magda Linette on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium.

Wimbledon expansion plans cleared by UK court after latest legal battle

Officials want to treble the size of the main Wimbledon site, in a £200 million (S$340 million) project which would feature 39 new courts.
Officials want to treble the size of the main Wimbledon site, in a £200 million (S$340 million) project which would feature 39 new courts.

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka unsure of Dubai tournament return after criticism over withdrawal

Mar 15, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Aryna Sabalenka (BEL) reacts after a point during the womenÕs final defeating Elena Rybakina (KAZ) in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 15, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Aryna Sabalenka (BEL) reacts after a point during the womenÕs final defeating Elena Rybakina (KAZ) in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Even when the best laid plans go wrong, Aryna Sabalenka finds a way to win

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacting after losing a point in the second set of her 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) Indian Wells final win against Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Indian Wells, California, on March 15, 2026.
Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacting after losing a point in the second set of her 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) Indian Wells final win against Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Indian Wells, California, on March 15, 2026.

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up blockbuster Indian Wells final

Mar 13, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Aryna Sabalenka (BEL) in her the semi final match defeating Linda Noskova (CZE) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Aryna Sabalenka (BEL) in her the semi final match defeating Linda Noskova (CZE) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Daniil Medvedev Indian Wells semi-final, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina advance

Carlos Alcaraz improved his record to 16-0 to start the season with a solid display and remained on course for a third Indian Wells crown.
Carlos Alcaraz improved his record to 16-0 to start the season with a solid display and remained on course for a third Indian Wells crown.

Carlos Alcaraz powers into Indian Wells quarter-finals as Jack Draper upsets Novak Djokovic

Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a shot as he defeated Casper Ruud (NOR) during the fourth round in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a shot as he defeated Casper Ruud (NOR) during the fourth round in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.