LONDON (REUTERS) – The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) said on Wednesday (Dec 1) it has decided to suspend tournaments in China due to concerns over the safety of former doubles world number one Peng Shuai. “I don’t see how I can ask our athletes to compete there when Peng Shuai is not allowed to communicate... » read more
NEW YORK (REUTERS) – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has acted irresponsibly in regard to missing Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, the Sport & Rights Alliance said on Wednesday (Dec 1). The three-times Olympian and former doubles world number one has been the subject of international concern after she posted a message on social media... » read more
LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Serena Williams on Thursday (Nov 18) joined the chorus of concern for Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai, whose whereabouts have been shrouded in mystery since she alleged a powerful Chinese politician sexually assaulted her. “I am devastated and shocked to hear about the news of my peer, Peng Shuai,” former world... » read more
(REUTERS) – The governing body of men’s tennis (ATP) on Monday (Nov 15) backed the Women’s Tennis Association’s (WTA) call for China to investigate allegations of sexual assault made by Peng Shuai against a former Chinese vice premier. The WTA had called on China to investigate Peng’s claims on Sunday, while also demanding an end... » read more