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'I mean, we got promises -- oh, man': Leylah Fernandez slams WTA, tournament organisers for ‘political’ decision after Canadian Open first-round exit

Canada’s Leylah Fernandez has complained about an interesting thing after suffering a rather shocking exit from the ongoing Canadian Open. The 22-year-old came into the competition on the back of lifting her first title in Washington.

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Leylah Fernandez highlights 'red flag' to potential suitors ahead of first date during Canadian Open

After announcing her DMs were open a few days ago, Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez has issued a warning to any potential dates regarding what she has labeled as "red flags".

Tennis News / Field Level Media / July 29

Jasmine Paolini, Leylah Fernandez bow out in Montreal

Aoi Ito of Japan completed a stunning comeback to eliminate Italian No. 7 seed Jasmine Paolini, and hometown favorite Leylah Fernandez also experienced an early exit from the Omnium Banque Nationale on Tuesday in Montreal.

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The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

How many of the men to win the Wimbledon tennis championship since its inception in 1877 can you name? Note: The tournament was not held from 1915-18 during the First World War, and from 1940-1945 during the Second World War, and in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.Last names are acceptable as answers.

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Tennis News / FirstSportz / July 29

Former ATP Player Predicts Leylah Fernandez Will Do 'Big Things' at the US Open After Citi Open Triumph

Leylah Fernandez claimed the fourth title of her career after beating Anna Kalinskaya in straight sets at the Citi Open. The Canadian star had previously won four WTA 250 titles before the WTA 500 tournament.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / July 28

Leylah Fernandez Soars in WTA Rankings After DC Open Title

Under a bright sky and sweltering conditions, Leylah Fernandez took on Anna Kalinskaya in the 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open final on Sunday afternoon. Undeterred by the heat, Fernandez rolled over Kalinskaya to win her first title of the 2025 WTA season: 6-1, 6-2.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 28

'Very satisfying': Leylah Fernandez ecstatic after ending two-year title draught with DC Open triumph

Canada’s Leylah Fernandez secured one of the biggest wins of her career as she defeated Russia’s Anna Kalinskaya in the final in straight sets with a score of 6-1, 6-2 to lift the DC Open title in Washington.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 28

WTA Rankings Update: Leylah Fernandez, Anna Kalinskaya and Emma Raducanu all surge after Washington

The WTA Rankings have been updated for the new week after the DC Open in Washington with Leylah Fernandez, Anna Kalinskaya and Emma Raducanu all excelling ahead of a busy time in the coming weeks ahead of the US Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / July 27

WTA roundup: Leylah Fernandez wins biggest title of career in D.C.

Canadian Leylah Fernandez swept to a 6-1, 6-2 victory over Russia's Anna Kalinskaya to win the Mubadala Citi D.C. Open on Sunday in Washington. Fernandez, 22, earned her fourth career WTA title, but her previous victories in 2021, 2022 and 2023 were all at WTA 250-tier events.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 28

The new queen of Washington: Leylah Fernandez wins DC Open with rampant final win over Anna Kalinskaya

Leylah Fernandez has won the biggest title of her career surging past Anna Kalinskaya in a 6-1, 6-2 win at the DC Open in Washington on Sunday evening.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 27

Preview DC Open WTA Final: Can Anna Kalinskaya finally win first title against resurgent Leylah Fernandez?

The clamour before the final of the DC Open in Washington was about a potential Emma Raducanu v Leylah Fernandez US Open re-run and the Brit potentially winning her first title since but it is another potential first instead as Anna Kalinskaya faces Leylah Fernandez on Sunday evening.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 27

'Her heart and belief is much bigger': Leylah Fernandez shares story about love for tennis from childhood after incredible run at DC Open

Canada’s Leylah Fernandez's rise in tennis has left many questions unanswered. Fernandez grabbed headlines when, at the age of just 18, she secured a spot in the final of the US Open in 2021.

Tennis News / ESPN / July 26

Fernandez, Kalinskaya to play for DC Open title

Leylah Fernandez will be trying to win her first WTA title of the season, and Anna Kalinskaya will seek the first of her career when they meet each other in the final of the hard-court DC Open.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 26

Unforgettable Battle: Leylah Fernandez tops Elena Rybakina at DC Open, awaits potential Raducanu US Open final re-run

Leylah Fernandez claimed an absolutely epic battle against Elena Rybakina in the semifinals of the DC Open, a match decided in three tie-breaks: 6-7(2), 7-6(3), 7-6(3).

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Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / July 25

WTA Washington Semifinal Predictions Including Elena Rybakina vs Leylah Fernandez

The WTA Washington Citi Open semifinals are set, featuring a strong lineup with all four players having a good chance to win the title. #3 seed Elena Rybakina is the highest-ranked player remaining in the draw and will face Leylah Fernandez.

Tennis News / ESPN / July 25

Raducanu, Fernandez roll into D.C. Open semis

Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez each advanced to the semifinals at the D.C. Open with straight-sets victories Friday.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / July 24

2025 Monterrey Open WTA Entry List: Kenin, Vekic, Fernandez & Others

The 2025 Monterrey Open is scheduled for the week before the 2025 US Open from August 18th to 23rd, and the entry list for the tournament has been unveiled.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 24

'There were maybe over 100 messages' - Leylah Fernandez announces her DMs are open ahead of 2025 Canadian Open

Although several WTA stars are heading to the Canadian Open with the aim of winning the title, home favorite Leylah Fernandez might be going back to Montreal looking for love.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / July 21

Tennis News Weekly Roundup: Andy Murray Shares Coaching Insights, Leylah Fernandez Looking For a Date

Every week, countless stories and news emerge in the tennis world that don’t always make headlines but are too intriguing to overlook. These can be on-court or off-court developments that go under the radar due to bigger storylines from the past week.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / July 20

Slide Into Her DMs: Leylah Fernandez says She’s Looking for a Date in Montreal

When fans heard Leylah Fernandez say the words, “In Montreal, I would like to go on a date,” in a video posted to her Instagram account, many assumed she was joking.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Leylah Fernandez Apologizes to Rafael Nadal After an Adorable Video

Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez gave fans a delightful dose of her playful personality this week, posting a hilarious video to Instagram that quickly went viral for all the right reasons.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / April 28

WTA Star Leylah Fernandez Left Devastated After Vancouver Tragedy

Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez expressed her deep sorrow over the tragic events that unfolded during the Lapu Lapu Day celebrations in Vancouver this past weekend. The devastating incident claimed 11 lives of several members of the Filipino-Canadian community, sending shockwaves through the nation and leaving many in mourning.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / October 31

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