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Aryna Sabalenka’s 99-week supremacy over the WTA Rankings was brought to an end by Elena Rybakina at the US Open. The Kazakh took over the No. 1 spot through her 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 triumph over Sabalenka in the final at Flushing Meadows.

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.

Ben Shelton and Francis Tiafoe receive expected U.S. Open semifinal time slot

Americans have best chance to win men's U.S. Open since 2003

Serena Williams, 44, on her comeback: 'Nothing long-term'

Australian Open makes stance clear on five-set matches

The 'U.S. Open men's champions' quiz

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Martina Navratilova & Chris Evert Speak Out as Stan Wawrinka Finally Gets US Open Wildcard

The U.S. Open had initially snubbed three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka of a Wildcard entry to the 2026 tournament in his last season before retirement.

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

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Tennis News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Coco Gauff Admits Ignoring Chris Evert’s Advice Until It Finally Paid Off

Not many players ignore the advice coming from an 18-time Major champion, but Coco Gauff is not shy in doing so. However, when the advice paid off for the World No.4 at Wimbledon, she disclosed the discussions she had with Chris Evert, which prompted her to make tactical adjustments to her game.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Chris Evert Joins Martina Navratilova in WNBA Trans-Athlete Debate With Caitlyn Jenner Example

Unlike the WTA, the WNBA lacks clarity on whether a transgender athlete would be able to play in the league or not. Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham had recently sparked attention on the same by speaking out against transgender athletes in women’s sports.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 17

'Many would say it’s the price to pay': Chris Evert rejects harsh reality facing Iga Swiatek and other stars

Chris Evert has weighed in on the criticism surrounding Iga Swiatek, offering a strong defence of the Polish star after she opened up about the scrutiny she and her team have faced in recent months.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / June 25

Chris Evert announces ovarian cancer has returned

Tennis great Chris Evert announced Thursday on social media that her ovarian cancer has returned and that she will be unable to cover the 2026 Wimbledon Championships for ESPN.

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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 23

Chris Evert draws Seles-Graf parallel as Sinner’s dominance raises 'what if' question about Alcaraz

The 18-time Grand Slam champion Chris Evert, while analysing the current Sinner–Alcaraz dynamic, made an immediate and explicit comparison to the Monica Seles–Steffi Graf rivalry, framing Jannik Sinner’s recent dominance as partly influenced by Carlos Alcaraz’s absence.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 12

'There’s no competition of whose cancer was worse': Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert revisit careers and cancer in Netflix film

Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova are set to headline a new Netflix documentary that revisits one of the defining rivalries in tennis history, while also examining how their relationship evolved far beyond the court.

Tennis News / HITC / June 6

The moment Chris Evert admitted what she truly admired about Mirra Andreeva will leave you speechless

On Saturday, Mirra Andreeva became the youngest women’s singles champion at Roland Garros since Monica Seles in 1992. The Russian won in straight sets to claim her first major title, 6-3, 6-2.

Tennis News / HITC / June 5

From brag to backlash? Chris Evert remembers Aryna Sabalenka’s bold line after Coco Gauff’s loss

Aryna Sabalenka is the latest high-profile exit at this year’s French Open. After early departures for Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and Elena Rybakina, Sabalenka was beaten by 25th seed Diana Shnaider, losing 3-6, 7-5, 6-0.

Chris Evert Reacts to Lindsey Vonn’s High-Stakes Gamble Ending in Silence

The air in Cortina d’Ampezzo is thin, cold, and usually filled with the roar of a crowd. But for a few terrifying moments on Sunday, the only sound was the distinctive, heart-stopping silence that follows a crash at 70 miles per hour.

Tennis News / HITC / February 9

Chris Evert’s verdict in the GOAT debate between Djokovic, Federer and Nadal

Questions over who stands as the greatest tennis player in history are likely to go on forever, given how much personal bias is wrapped up in any answer.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / September 1, 2025

Chris Evert Fires Back: 'I’m Not Even On That Call!'

Look, we’ve all been there. You’re watching a match, getting annoyed at the commentary, and you fire off that angry tweet without double-checking who’s actually behind the microphone.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 19, 2025

'It increases your compassion for people' - Chris Evert delves into her new mindset after battling cancer

Known for her grit and determination on the court, retired WTA star Chris Evert was forced to rely on that disposition when she was diagnosed with cancer in 2022.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / April 24, 2025

WTA Legend Chris Evert Claims Her Parents Were 'Fearful Catholics'

Tennis legend Chris Evert, recently opened up about how her upbringing shaped both her personality and her professional journey, shedding light on the often-overlooked role that family dynamics play in the careers of athletes.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / April 21, 2025

American Tennis Legend Chris Evert Mourns The Loss Of Pope Francis

Tennis icon Chris Evert posted a moving tribute upon the death of Pope Francis, praising his legacy of compassion, diversity and reform in the Catholic Church.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / April 19, 2025

Chris Evert Shares Revealing Doping Test Story From Her WTA Career

Former WTA legend and world number one, Chris Evert took to twitter to share an honest and insightful doping test story from her final year on the tour.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / April 11, 2025

Chris Evert shares photos from Indian Wells with Romanian gymnastics legend

WTA great Chris Evert has led a very active life following her retirement, and the former American tennis star took to social media to share some pictures that included a pair of gymnastics legends from her era.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / August 23, 2024

Tennis legend makes stunning Novak Djokovic prediction

As Novak Djokovic stands on the brink of immortality, one legend believes he could walk away from the sport with his fifth US Open title.

Andy Roddick, Nick Kyrgios spar over Jannik Sinner steroid scandal

U.S. Open men's, women's draws released

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / December 8, 2023

Chris Evert receiving treatment for cancer recurrence

Tennis great Chris Evert is dealing with a recurrence of ovarian cancer, and treatments will keep her off television broadcasts of the upcoming Australian Open.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 14, 2022

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert reveals she has ovarian cancer

Over her long and storied career, Evert won 18 Grand Slam singles titles, reached the No. 1 ranking in the world in 1975 and finished with a record of 1,309-146.

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