Though she had reached No. 1 as recently as 2018, her desire to start a family was among the reasons she cited in stepping away after the Australian Open next month.
The racket Williams broke in her chaotic United States Open final against Naomi Osaka in 2018 has become an unusual piece of sports memorabilia.
The racket Williams broke in her chaotic United States Open final against Naomi Osaka in 2018 has become an unusual piece of sports memorabilia.
The year-end tournament is the only significant title missing from his résumé, but another injury threatens his chances.
The Italian player needed a little help from Denis Shapovalov to make the year-end tournament, but he got it.
There are nuances, like increased crowd noise and echo, which can pump up or unnerve players.
The big names are already in, but the fight for the final two slots remains tight.