COMMENT: The YWCA's idea of equal pay at the ASB Classic betrays a misunderstanding of current tennis economics, writes Michael Burgess.

Juan Martin Del Potro's injury withdrawal from the ASB Classic is unfortunate, but hardly unexpected.

Juan Martin del Potro has confirmed his withdrawal from the ASB Classic due to injury.

Venus and Serena Williams will pocket just half the prize money of the top male player should either of them win next month's ASB Classic.

Defending champion Michael Venus has been awarded a doubles wildcard for the upcoming ASB Classic.

Tennis superstars Serena and Venus Williams will make a special appearance in a charity match against the All Black brothers Julian and Ardie Savea.

Argentine tennis star Juan Martin del Potro looks in doubt for the ASB Classic in Auckland next month.

An accolade for Auckland's ASB women's tennis classic. The tournament has been named best WTA international series tournament in

Marina Erakovic believes she can return to the world's top 50, despite not being near those lofty heights for almost three years.

Tournament's growth spurt sees sponsorship almost double and ticket income soar.

Caroline Wozniacki and Ana Ivanovic have added their names to the impressive list of headline acts confirmed for January's ASB Classic.

Jock Sock returning to ASB Classic

The 24-year-old Jack Sock is the latest to confirm his participation in the January tournament, after former champions David Ferrer and John Isner were announced last week.

Despite a lingering shoulder injury, ASB Classic organisers are "fully confident" that Serena Williams will take the court in Auckland.

John Isner talks to Matt Brown about returning to the ASB Classic.

Wow. Serena Jameka Williams is going to play in Auckland. Like one of her unstoppable aces, not many saw that coming. Williams has

The deal to bring Serena Williams to Auckland was sealed over a coffee in a New York lounge bar in August.

2016 men's ASB Classic champion Roberto Bautista-Agut will be returning to defend his title. The world No 17 backed up his Auckland

Herald tennis reporters provide the latest updates from finals day at the ASB Classic men's event.

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga lives up to the hype at the ASB Classic.

American Jack Sock hopes to create a new post match signature moment - by throwing one of his socks into the crowd.

Auckland tennis fans will get another chance to see the man known as the "Iron Man" of tennis tomorrow.

Radio Sport's Matt Brown and David Mustard look back on a big day three at the ASB men's Classic, with the big names, including David Ferrer and Jo-Wilfriend Tsonga "coming to the party".

In just 67 minutes of court time the Frenchman already pays back a significant share of his appearance fee.

American kicks off return to Auckland with a marathon three-set win over compatriot Sam Querrey.