Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.
Tennis news: Novak Djokovic nearly forfeited during medical timeout in win over Carlos Alcaraz
Ten-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic defied the critics to defeat world number three Carlos Alcaraz in four sets on Tuesday.
The Serbian also overcame early knee trouble in a performance that further cemented his status as one of tennis's all-time greats.
Sports News Blitz’s Joe Matthews reflects on Djokovic’s difficult, yet victorious day.
Tennis news: Coco Gauff – one of the leading athletes in 2024 women’s sports
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya takes a look at American tennis star Coco Gauff, who at just 20 years old has established herself as one of this year’s household names in women’s sports.
‘Never even liked tennis anyway’. A look at Andy Murray's greatest moments
Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy takes a look at some of British great Andy Murray's defining moments throughout his long and illustrious career following his retirement from tennis.
Wimbledon 2024 news: Andy Murray out of singles - but will play in doubles
Andy Murray admits he is ‘extremely disappointed’ after pulling out of the men’s singles at Wimbledon 2024 - but he will take part in the men’s doubles.
Wimbledon 2024 news: Wildcard Emma Raducanu’s love for tennis ‘rekindled’
Emma Raducanu says her love for tennis has been ‘rekindled’ - and admits all British players ‘push ourselves more’ during the grass-court season.
Wimbledon news: Return of the two-time king in doubt due to Andy Murray fitness fears
Andy Murray admits he is unsure whether he will be able to play at Wimbledon 2024, which runs from July 1-14.
Tennis news: Andy Murray odds-on to hang up tennis racket before Rafael Nadal
Andy Murray is odds-on with William Hill to retire before long-time rival Rafael Nadal, following their respective first-round exits at the French Open.
French Open news: Roland Garros king Rafa Nadal not ready to close door on career
The French Open kicks off a huge summer of sport for France, with the Olympics taking place in Paris, and Rafael Nadal has given an update on his future plans.