This documentary tracks the life of African American tennis star Arthur Ashe who was a pioneering radical despite his restrained style A clip towards the end of this respectful documentary Read more

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Calls to pull tournaments over tennis star’s treatment ITF president says governing body will not follow WTA’s stance The International Tennis Federation has reportedly said it will not cancel any Read more

Peng Shuai’s safety is uncertain since her accusations against a politician and the WTA’s Steve Simon is taking the lead When the Russian tanks roll westward, what defence for you Read more

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And we’re off … our rundown of the year’s best telly starts with Emma Raducanu’s US Open win and Omar Sy as everyone’s favourite ‘gentleman thief’ More on the best Read more

As an athlete who spoke up about abuse, I am tired of seeing reputation being prioritised over safety When I first experienced abuse as an athlete, I made a vow Read more

Foreign ministry says it is against politicising sport, as officials hold second video call with tennis star China has attacked the Women’s Tennis Association’s boycott in response to the treatment Read more

The American’s intervention over Peng Shuai is typical of a skilled, innovative administrator capable of deft leadership Shortly before Steve Simon was appointed chair of the WTA Tour in 2015, Read more