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Swiatek opens up: “This is the most challenging season of my life.” Photo: Getty Images

Swiatek opens up: "This is the most challenging season of my life"

The Polish player, who debuted with a victory at the WTA 1000 in Wuhan, stated that this year "I have learned to be mentally stronger."

Ann Li, after defeating Sabalenka in the WTA Wuhan on her tenth match point: "I was about to lose my mind." Source: Getty

Ten party balls to touch the sky

Ann Li confesses what she felt on the central court in Wuhan before achieving the most important victory of her career. A match against Aryna Sabalenka that pushed her directly to the round of 16 in Wuhan.

A historic Spanish tennis tournament in dire straits: "We need 35,000 euros for the tournament to take place in 2027." Source: PDB

Problems for a historic Spanish tennis tournament: "We need €35,000 for the tournament to take place in 2027"

The WTA 125K in La Bisbal, held since the 2016 season, is hanging by a thread due to economic reasons: “There are many campaigns for female leadership, but there is no money behind them.”

Sorana Cirstea's reflection before retiring: "I wish I had enjoyed it more." Source: Getty

Sorana Cirstea's Reflection Before Retiring: "I Wish I Had Enjoyed It More"

Only a few tournaments remain ahead for Sorana Cirstea to hang up her racket at the end of the 2026 season. A year full of joys that, however, do not allow her to forget some past mistakes.

Swiatek reveals what gives her strength to continue competing in the final stretch of the year. Source: Getty

Swiatek reveals what gives her strength to keep competing in the final stretch of the year

In the midst of the battle to qualify for the WTA Finals 2026, the Polish tennis player approaches the Wuhan tournament with a great deal of hope, necessity, and a bit of uncertainty. These were her words on Media Day before her debut.

Aryna Sabalenka, expectations in Wuhan. Photo: gettyimages

Sabalenka and a curious way of facing her current crisis

The Belarusian appeared before the media ahead of the start of the WTA Wuhan 2026 and explained how she is approaching the tournament and what she has learned from the difficult months she has faced.