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Sorting out all the twists and turns in the Peng Shuai saga. The ATP and WTA release a highlight reels featuring the top 100 points of 2021.
Timeline of Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai’s #MeToo reckoning for Beijing
A comprehensive timeline of the saga that has spurred global backlash against China’s handling of high-profile sexual assault claims, and put the nation’s internet and media censorship policies under renewed international criticism just weeks ahead of the Beijing 2022 Olympic Games. Full Story: ABC (12/20)
Did China fake the coverage of tennis star Peng Shuai?
Detailed analysis of footage of tennis star Peng Shuai released by Chinese state media indicates that government officials may have orchestrated the coverage. Full Story: The Strategist (ASPI) (12/23)
SG reporter credibility questioned over her ‘scoop’ interview with China’s tennis star Peng Shuai
Lianhe Zaobao’s surprise interview with China’s tennis star Peng Shuai has focused western media attention on the China-based writer who got the scoop. The six-minute video clip posted on Dec 20 on the Chinese-language Singapore daily’s Chinese and English sites continues to spark controversy since it carries Ms Peng’s claim that her Nov 2 public accusation of sexual abuse was not an accusation. Full Story: The Independent (Singapore) (12/25)
What you won’t see at Aussie Open as tennis officials embrace CovidSafe plan
Australian Open boss Craig Tiley believes Melbourne Park will be one of the safest places in the world in January because of the strict Covid protocols in place. Vaccine requirements and electronic line calling. Full Story: Perth Now (12/25)
USTA announces “areas of focus” for junior tournaments in 2022
The USTA issued a press release outlining “areas of focus” for junior tournaments in 2022. The article was short on detail, but provided tantalizing hints of the current status and future direction. Full Story: USTA (12/15)
A Little Website for Big Tennis Data
Responding to the fragmented and woeful state of stat-keeping in tennis, Jeff Sackmann created a website in 2011 that has become a go-to source for anyone interested in tennis statistics: tennisabstract.com Full Story: Tennis.com (12/24)
Top 100 Shots & Rallies: 2021 ATP Season
The ATP tour posted a countdown of the top 100 shots and rallies on YouTube. Settle in for this one, the video runs slightly over 41 minutes. Full Video: ATP/YouTube (12/25)
WTA Releases Top 100 Points: 2021 Season
The WTA broke up their highlight reel into three segments. Full Videos: Top 50 Hard Court Points, Top 25 Grass Court Points, Top 25 Clay Court Points WTA/YouTube (12/26)
Mike Tyson Shares How Tennis Has Influenced His Life
Mike Tyson may be one of the greatest boxers to ever get in the ring, but the heavyweight champion has become dedicated to a more elegant sport. Tennis has become a major part of Tyson’s life, with the 55-year-old going so far as to say the sport “changed [his] life.” The heavyweight champion’s daughter is training to become a tennis pro. Full Story: Tennis.com (12/24)
This Week in Professional Tennis
There are no tournaments this week on the WTA or ATP calendars.
