WTA TOUR
Dubai Open hit by further withdrawals as Victoria Mboko pulls out
The withdrawal crisis at Dubai Open has deepened after teenage prospect Victoria Mboko became the latest high-profile player to exit the WTA 1000 event, adding to an already growing list of absentees.
Emma Raducanu fitness concerns grow after Dubai defeat and on-court treatment
Concerns over Emma Raducanu's health intensified after she required on-court treatment during her opening-round defeat at the Dubai Tennis Championships.
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Dubai Open chief urges stricter penalties after late Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek withdrawals
The tournament director of the Dubai Tennis Championships has suggested players should lose ranking points for last-minute withdrawals, following the late decisions by Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek to skip the 2026 event.
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Karolina Muchova stuns Victoria Mboko to win Qatar Open, claim maiden WTA 1000 crown
Karolina Muchova produced a standout performance to upset Victoria Mboko and secure her first WTA 1000 title at the Qatar Open.
Coco Gauff admits 'I haven't showed up' after early exit at Qatar Open
Coco Gauff admits she has not "showed up" in recent times after early an exit from the Qatar Open at the hands of Elisabetta Cocciaretto.
Iga Swiatek targets improved serve as World No 2 begins Qatar Open title push
Iga Swiatek has outlined three key areas she has been "working on" ahead of her Qatar Open campaign, with retooling her serve emerging as the world No. 2's primary focus.
