From no passport to tennis star: The rise of Ben Shelton
ASB Classic top seed Ben Shelton on crazy year and his secret goals for 2024.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromASB Classic
Fan favourite Monfils loses opening-round epic
It was an unbelievable match and might not be topped this week.
Dutchman defeats highly rated American at first round
Fifth seed Eubanks eliminated in straight sets.
‘We are fighting for our freedom’: Svitolina pays emotional tribute after ASB Classic final
Ukrainian says the invasion of her homeland put sporting challenges in perspective.
Coco Gauff crowned the queen of Auckland
The American teen was pushed to the limit in an ASB Classic final of the highest quality.
Crowd favourite facing difficult path at ASB Classic
The Frenchman hasn’t been here since 2013, forced to pull out on a couple of occasions.
'I felt stuck': Norrie seeking next step at home tournament
The Auckland-raised star didn't go backwards dramatically - but stopped going forward.
'It was important to test myself': Gauff's special reason for return to Auckland
Coco Gauff can fulfil her ultimate goal in the ASB Classic final on Sunday.
Svitolina shows courage and quality to clinch final spot
Whatever happens in Sunday's final, Elina Svitolina's efforts this week will long linger.
From marquee name to qualifying - Tennis star set for unlikely Auckland route
It’s the first time Shapovalov has had to play qualifying anywhere in almost six years
'No holes in her game': Gauff adding smarts to scary arsenal
Coco Gauff faces Emma Navarro in today's semifinal, having blitzed the field to date.
ASB Classic: Svitolina remains on track for dream final
Elina Svitolina strolled through her quarter-final against Marie Bouzkova on Friday night.
ASB Classic: Coco Gauff cruises into semifinals
The defending champ barely broke a sweat in her quarter-final win over Varvara Gracheva.
Raducanu's classy performance: A promising start to 2024
The young Brit had a tough ASB Classic loss but shines in tennis comeback.
Svitolina survives Auckland epic against Raducanu
Elina Svitolina has shown her champion qualities with a compelling win over Emma Raducanu.
ASB Classic: Eighth seed too strong for NZ-born qualifier
Lulu Sun’s adventure at the ASB Classic is over – but it’s been quite a ride.
ASB Classic: Unstoppable Gauff rolls into quarters
This week is beginning to feel like a replica of 2023 for defending champion Coco Gauff.
ASB Classic: Navarro happy flying under radar
An impressive win has put the American and world No 32 in the quarter-finals.
Tattoos and tennis: Svitolina makes ASB Classic debut memorable
Elina Svitolina has made an instant impact on and off the court at the ASB Classic.
Raducanu relieved to bank first victory since March
Raducanu had to display significant mental fortitude, especially in the latter stages
Svitolina wins epic battle over Wozniacki
It was a match that lived up to the hype, as there was little separating the two legends
NZ born qualifier Lulu Sun becoming local favourite
Sun was a relative unknown at the start of the week but no longer
American star impresses as ASB Classic after eight-month break
Amanda Anisimova stepped away from the tour last April, citing burnout
ASB Classic headline acts all set to star on Super Tuesday
In terms of star power, it is easily the biggest session in the tennis event’s history.
ASB Classic: Kiwi falls in straight sets; high seed survives scare
The Kiwi wildcard couldn't back up a strong start in her first WTA appearance.
Kiwi vows to fight after taste of top-level tennis
The Kiwi wildcard had a taste of the big time with her appearance at the ASB Classic.
Watch: ASB Classic commentator's 'cringeworthy' Māori pronunciation
Local commentators are not being used for singles matches this year.
A new hometown hero? Swiss tennis player could switch allegiance to NZ
If Lulu Sun chose to switch to New Zealand, it would be a massive boost for the sport here
The surprising moment that defined Coco Gauff
A shock defeat at Wimbledon was the catalyst for Coco Gauff's best year on the WTA tour.
'Reborn' Raducanu reveals silver lining to long layoff
The 2021 US Open champion is feeling stronger and ready to rebuild her game.
Wozniacki reveals special sacrifice on path back to top
Caroline Wozniacki is still ultra competitive but her priorities have changed markedly.
ASB Classic: Wozniacki draws second seed in blockbuster start
Caroline Wozniacki always loomed as a dangerous floater after her comeback to tennis.
Emma Raducanu pre-event media conference
Emma Raducanu speaks about being back in New Zealand for the ASB classic. Video / Dean Purcell