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At US Open, Venus Williams gives no indication she’s ready to walk away
The 45-year-old still loves playing. She showed by putting a scare into one of the world’s best players.
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2025 US Open a celebration of Althea Gibson
Women’s tennis legend broke through at tournament 75 years ago
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50 years later, Arthur Ashe’s historic Wimbledon victory still inspiring
Ashe remains only Black male tennis player to win Wimbledon singles championship
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Coco Gauff inspired by rap song, serves up French Open victory
Gauff’s win gives women’s tennis its second African American major champion this year
Culture
Woodie White takes tennis style beyond the court
Oyster Tennis Club x On The Roger Clubhouse Pro sneakers fit into the sport and the streets
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For Frances Tiafoe at the US Open, the door is wide open to make history
No African American male player has won the tournament in 56 years. He has a chance to end the drought and continue as a charismatic force.
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The 2024 US Open has a refreshing mix of diversity and talent
From France’s Arthur Fils to Italy’s Jasmine Paolini, the field is deep with Black players capable of making a deep run
Culture
Coco Gauff set to launch second signature shoe with New Balance
The 20-year-old tennis star unveils the Coco CG2 a year after winning her first Grand Slam title in her debut signature model
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Five things to know about Wimbledon finalist Jasmine Paolini
The Italian with Ghanian roots is playing in her second consecutive Grand Slam final