Venus Williams loses in 3 sets at Auckland in 2026 singles debut

Venus Williams, 45, put up a superb show in her first singles match of 2026 before losing 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 to fifth-seeded Magda ...

Venus Williams loses in Auckland but shows she's still competitive at 45

Venus Williams has lost her first singles match of 2026 to fifth-seeded Magda Linette at the WTA Tour tournament in Auckland, ...

Sloane Stephens vs. Renata Zarazua Prediction, Odds, and Picks for WTA Auckland 2026

The anticipation is building as Sloane Stephens and Renata Zarazua prepare to face off in the round of 32 at the WTA Auckland event. With extensive simulations predicting a thrilling encounter, this ...
Women's Tennis Association

Preview: Swiatek returns as packed day unfolds across Australia and New Zealand

Three events stretch across Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland as Iga Swiatek returns to lead Poland at the United Cup, Coco Gauff looks to keep momentum, and the WTA swings into one of its busiest ...
Sports Illustrated

Naomi Osaka & Emma Raducanu Could Meet in Auckland Finals

Naomi Osaka and Emma Raducanu are on opposite sides of the Auckland WTA 250 bracket. / IMAGO The start of the 2025 WTA season is upon us. Capitalizing on fans' excitement for the new year, tournament ...