Li Na, one of the most accomplished Asian players in WTA history, played a pivotal role in the growth of tennis across China and the broader continent.

Tsurenko alleges that the WTA Tour and its chairman, Steve Simon, have breached contract and caused “emotional distress.” ...

Daria Kasatkina, one of the top tennis players in the world ... Asked whether two women would ever be able to walk down the street holding hands in Russia, she said, “Never.” ...