Steve Simon

World number one Ashleigh Barty retires from tennis aged 25
World number one and three-time Grand Slam winner Ashleigh Barty announces her shock retirement from tennis at the age of 25 to "chase other dreams".
3 years ago

WTA remains concerned about Peng Shuai after recent interview
WTA chairman Steve Simon reiterates his concern for Peng Shuai after the Chinese tennis player's appearance in a recent interview.
3 years ago

Report: ITF follows WTA in suspending tournaments in China
The ITF reportedly follows the WTA in suspending tournaments in China as concern remains over the safety of Peng Shuai.
3 years ago

ITF rules out suspending tournaments in China amid Peng Shuai controversy
The ITF insists that it will not "punish 1.4 billion people" by suspending tournaments in China amid concern surrounding Peng Shuai's safety.
3 years ago

WTA chief claims Peng Shuai emails are "100% orchestrated"
WTA Ceo Steve Simon claims that emails supposedly sent from Chinese player Peng Shuai are "100% orchestrated".
3 years ago

Women's Tennis Association: 'Still no direct contact with Peng Shuai'
The chairman of the WTA Steve Simon claims that he has not had any direct contact with Peng Shuai as concern grows over the whereabouts of the Chinese player.
4 years ago

WTA chief Steve Simon backs merger with ATP
Roger Federer urged the two governing bodies to come together last month.
5 years ago

Former Wimbledon champion Jana Novotna dies, aged 49
Former Wimbledon champion Jana Novotna dies aged 49 following a battle with cancer.
8 years ago

WTA chief: Maria Sharapova is "starting at ground zero"
WTA chief Steve Simon insists that Maria Sharapova is still being punished for her doping ban despite being awarded a wildcard entry at the Stuttgart Open.
8 years ago

WTA welcomes Raymond Moore resignation
The WTA welcomes Raymond Moore's decision to step down as tournament director of Indian Wells following his controversial comments about women's tennis.
9 years ago
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