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Katie Boulter has given her take on some of the greatest WTA players in tennis history. Boulter has been a consistent member of Great Britain’s Billie Jean King (BJK) Cup team and was her nation’s number one at the BJK Cup Finals in Shenzhen this year.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / October 19

Jack Johnson added to The O2’s 20th birthday line‑up for 2027

Jack Johnson will headline The O2 on July 4, 2027, as part of the venue’s summer‑long 20th anniversary celebrations. The singer‑songwriter joins a growing list of international names marking two decades of live entertainment at the London arena.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / October 19

Eight Mid-Match Retirements on WTA Tour Put Tennis’ Demanding Schedule Back Under Scrutiny

Nearing the season finale, players’ bodies are responding how they are supposed to after another grueling tennis calendar. In the last week in Ningbo and Osaka, many matches never reached the finish line.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 16

Sonay Kartal reacts after making British history to reach the semi-finals in Wuhan, ‘I’m breaking new ground’

Sonay Kartal is into her first-ever WTA 1000 semi-final, having beaten Elina Svitolina earlier today in emphatic fashion. This marks just the latest big-name scalp for this in-form Brit, who is competing in just her third tournament back since returning from injury.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / October 4

'Keep Pushing': Billie Jean King Reflects on WTA’s Prize Money Journey Over 55 Years

Back in 1970, Billie Jean King won the Italian Open and was awarded $600, while Ilie Nastase won the men’s tournament and collected prize money of $3,500.

Tennis News / Tennishead / October 3

Billie Jean King sends message to Kei Nishikori as he confirms his retirement with Japan Open loss

Kei Nishikori has enjoyed a long and hugely successful career, which has sadly been brought to an end this week. The Japanese trailblazer, who is widely seen as the greatest Asian male tennis player of all time, lost to Frances Tiafoe earlier this week in the first round of the Japan Open.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 1

WTA announces landmark prize money change as major 2027 overhaul confirmed

The WTA has announced a landmark change to its prize money structure, confirming that every combined WTA 1000 tournament will award equal prize money to women and men from the 2027 season.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / September 28

Czechia Dominates Yet Again at Billie Jean King Cup Finals

On Sunday, September 27th, the Czechia team won their 12th title at the Billie Jean King Cup, the international tournament once known as the Federation Cup.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 28

WTA Rankings Update | Leylah Fernandez returns to top 30 after title triumph as Aussie trio soars

The Asian swing has officially got underway with some big tournaments being played ahead of the first of what is set to be a highly anticipated double header of WTA 1000 tournaments in China.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 28

Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova fire Czech Republic to Billie Jean King Cup triumph against Ukraine

For the first time since 2018, the Czech Republic stands on top of the world. They win the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in a resounding 2-0 win against Ukraine in Shenzhen to win the prestigious title.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 26

Ukraine end Italy's dominance at Billie Jean King Cup Finals as Svitolina leads country to first ever final

The reigning champions are out. Italy did not even win a set against a rampant Ukraine team who took them down 2-0 and ended their recent dominance while getting revenge from 12 months ago in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals for the first time.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 26

Preview Billie Jean King Cup Semifinals | Paolini's Italy and Svitolina's Ukraine clash for a place in the final

Ukraine and Italy will meet again with a place in the Billie Jean King Cup final on the line — the exact same semifinal draw as a year ago, in the exact same city.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 25

Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova blast the Czech Republic into Billie Jean King Cup Finals with commanding triumph over Spain

The Czech Republic has reached the final of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals for the first time since 2018. They disposed of Spain 2-0 in two tight contests, with the Czech firepower of Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova proving to be enough to give them a chance of glory.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 25

'I am totally in favor': Two-time WTA champion wants to take women’s tennis to five sets

Sara Sorribes Tormo has thrown her support behind one of tennis' recurring debates: whether women should also play five-set singles matches at Grand Slams.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 25

'I would be delighted': Spanish tennis star wants women to play five sets

Sara Sorribes Tormo has thrown her support behind one of tennis' recurring debates: whether women should also play five-set singles matches at Grand Slams.

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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 24

Italy and Ukraine survive BJK Cup scares to set up semi-final showdown

The Billie Jean King Cup completed its quarter-final ties with the two-time defending champions Italy — led by Jasmine Paolini — overcoming a difficult China side in the decisive doubles match, with Paolini once again emerging as the heroine for the European team.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 24

COLUMN - The WNBA is soaring, The WTA should be taking notes

There is a strange thing happening right now in women’s sports. Two of its most established professional leagues are approaching the end of their seasons.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 23

Rybakina-less Kazakhstan fall short against Spain as Billie Jean King Cup semifinal place is decided

The Billie Jean King Cup continued on Wednesday with the second quarterfinal tie, this time between Spain and Kazakhstan. The Kazakh team had to deal with the absence of Elena Rybakina, while Spain did not count on Paula Badosa for this occasion.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / September 22

Qinwen Zheng Returns to Billie Jean King Cup Finals for the First Time Since 2024

Zheng headlines China’s roster at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Shenzhen this week, marking her first appearance in the competition since 2024. That year, she also won Olympic gold and reached the Australian Open final, climbing to a career-high ranking of world No.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 21

'We're up against a team who have a Wimbledon champion and Wimbledon finalist' - Ominous opening task for Great Britain in Billie Jean King Cup campaign

For the fourth time in five years, Great Britain are competing for glory in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals. Katie Boulter, Sonay Kartal, Harriet Dart, Mika Stojsavljevic, and Jodie Burrage all feature with a very tricky quarter-final contest against one of the favourites for the title.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / September 21

What’s Left on the 2026 Tennis Calendar

The US Open recently wrapped up with No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev taking home the title over Ben Shelton in the final. With this season’s last Slam in the books, it can be easy to tune out for the rest of the year.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / September 19

Marta Kostyuk Makes Emotional Announcement After Injury Woes Force Billie Jean King Cup Withdrawal

Playing for one’s country is the highest motivation for any athlete, and given the form Marta Kostyuk has been in this year, the Ukrainian would have been chomping at the bit to get started at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 17

Italy have won the last two Billie Jean King Cup tournaments — but their biggest test is coming

Italian tennis has been enjoying a golden era as of late. The women have capitalised on this success on the big stage having won the prior two Billie Jean King Cups (BJK Cup).

Tennis News / Yardbarker / September 10

Aryna Sabalenka among GOATs earning fourth consecutive U.S. Open finals appearance

Aryna Sabalenka continued adding to her Tennis Hall of Fame resume with a 7-5, 6-2 win over Jessica Pegula in the US Open semifinals on Thursday night.

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