How Osaka’s mindset shift is transforming her tennis game
Osaka embraces new mindset, balancing fun and focus in Auckland victory.
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Young tennis star's talent undeniable but has yet to be harnessed on a consistent basis.
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It was a trickier-than-expected assignment for the four-time major winner on Monday.
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Twice, she nearly walked away from tennis forever. This year, she became world No 1.
Group protesting against Israeli tennis player pause ASB Classic
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Sun down: Kiwi bundled out in first round of ASB Classic
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'Humbled' Osaka hopes ASB Classic is her route back to the top
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Soak up the Sun: Lulu fever set to strike ASB Classic
Genuine local singles hopes at the ASB Classic have been sparse over the years.
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Tournament director welcomes 'well-balanced draw'.
ASB Classic director promises bigger, better tournament for 2025
'We want to increase the economic impact and draw more eyeballs.'
ASB Classic: Kiwi Erin Routliffe withdraws from tournament
Routliffe is currently ranked No. 2 in the world for doubles.
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Sun is now hot property, recently honoured as the WTA’s newcomer of the year
ASB Classic 2025 men's field: Rising stars set to clash with seasoned pros
Defending champ Alejandro Tabilo aims to retain title; Cameron Norrie returns from injury.
Top seed interrupts wedding plans to confirm ASB Classic appearance
Keys has been a grand slam semifinalist on six previous occasions.
How Erin Routliffe went from rock bottom to world No 1
Twice, she nearly walked away from tennis forever. This year, she became world No 1.
French sensation Gael Monfils confirmed for ASB Classic 2025 return
Even at age 38, the world No 55 is a huge drawcard for the Auckland tournament.
‘Top of our list’: Ex-US Open champion Raducanu to return to ASB Classic
Even at world No 58, Raducanu remains one of the most marketable players in the sport.
‘I know what it takes’: How Cameron Norrie plans to get back to the top
After eight years on the tour, the 29-year-old sees an opportunity for a new chapter.
Norrie returning to ASB Classic to reignite his career
The Auckland-raised player has dropped out of the top 50 after an extended injury layoff.
Former US Open champion returns to Auckland, Gauff opts for United Cup
The popular Canadian enjoyed one of the great Cinderella stories here back in 2019.
‘Home away from home’: American hot shot confirms ASB Classic return
Shelton reached a career high ranking of world No 13 this year
Defending champion returns for ASB Classic
Tabilo's unlikely victory in Auckland was the spark for a remarkable 2024 ATP season.
Naomi Osaka signs on for 2025 ASB Classic in major coup
The four-time Grand Slam winner will kick off 2025 in Auckland.
Meet the man tasked with turning around men's tennis fortunes
Clint Packer wants Kiwi men's players to be more aligned.
Lulu Sun announced as first marquee player for ASB Classic
The Kiwi has been rewarded for her meteoric rise in the world rankings.
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'I picked a tournament to play at because I found an Airbnb for $30 a night.'