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318 stories · page 19 of 32 · refreshed 8 Sep 2026

  1. Off CourtWTA22 Jul 2026

    WTA introduces mandatory genetic sex testing for all players

    • WTA requires one-time SRY gene test via cheek swab for all women's tour players
    • Policy effective July 22, 2026, replaces testosterone-threshold approach from 2024
    • Intended to prevent transgender women from competing on professional women's tour
    • Aligns with IOC eligibility policy from March 2026 for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
    • Non-compliance risks suspension and ineligibility from WTA tournaments
    Outlook India
  2. Tour21 Jul 2026

    Post-Wimbledon clay and hard-court swing begins across Europe

    • ATP events at Estoril (ATP 250) and Kitzbühel (ATP 250) run through July 26
    • WTA events at Prague (hard court) and Hamburg (clay) underway through July 26
    • Andrey Rublev arrives at Estoril as defending champion after Bastad win
    • Marie Bouzkova seeded first at Prague seeking third title at venue
    • Tournaments mark transition from grass to hard-court and clay circuits
    Tennis Connected
  3. Rules & TechWTA21 Jul 2026

    WTA Institutes Mandatory Genetic Testing for All Players

    • WTA requires one-time SRY gene test via blood sample, saliva, or cheek swab
    • Policy effective July 21, 2026 for all WTA tour events including Grand Slams
    • Requirement to compete at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aligns with IOC mandate
    • WTA covers testing costs; positive results allow exceptions for specific conditions
    • Policy announced quietly on website July 19, not via official press release
    ABC News
  4. TourATP21 Jul 2026

    Multiple High-Profile Players Withdraw from North American Hard-Court Swing

    • Multiple top players withdrew from upcoming ATP/WTA North American events
    • Carlos Alcaraz among stars missing from circuit due to wrist injury
    • 2026 North American swing begins with Washington Open on July 27
    • Five top-10 men's players scheduled for Washington despite earlier withdrawals
    • Draw size reduced from 48 to 32 players for men's Washington event
    Tennis365
  5. Tour21 Jul 2026

    ATP and WTA Tours Resume with Tournaments Across European Clay and Hard Courts

    • Four major tournaments run simultaneously: ATP Kitzbuhel and Estoril 250s; WTA Prague and Hamburg.
    • Clay-court specialists compete at Kitzbuhel in Austrian Alps for prestigious ATP 250 title.
    • WTA Prague Open marks first significant hard-court event after Wimbledon.
    • Players battle for ranking points heading into North American hard-court swing.
    • Matches run Monday through Sunday with first and second-round action scheduled.
    Tennis Connected
  6. TourATP20 Jul 2026

    Rublev Wins Bastad Title, Climbs Back Toward Elite

    • Andrey Rublev defeats Luciano Darderi 6-4, 6-3 at ATP 250 Bastad.
    • First ATP title for Rublev since Doha February 2025; ends 17-month drought.
    • Win moves Rublev to No. 17 in ATP Race, strengthens Top 10 comeback bid.
    • Rublev improves to No. 14 in ATP rankings with 2,380 points.
    • 18th career ATP title for 28-year-old Russian clay specialist.
    Puntodebreak
  7. TourATP20 Jul 2026

    Tsitsipas Captures Gstaad Title, Makes 34-Spot Ranking Jump

    • Stefanos Tsitsipas wins Swiss Open Gstaad, defeating Raphaël Collignon.
    • First ATP title of 2026 for 27-year-old former Top 10 star after difficult year.
    • Ranking jump of +34 positions brings Tsitsipas to No. 51.
    • Third major title for Tsitsipas at Gstaad; tournament showcases clay comeback.
    • Part of productive week for veteran players seeking redemption.
    ATP Tour
  8. PlayersATPWimbledon20 Jul 2026

    Shapovalov Details Wimbledon Injuries: Rib Fracture and Shoulder Damage

    • Denis Shapovalov fractured rib at Queen's Club weeks before Wimbledon
    • Canadian sustained additional shoulder injury during Wimbledon first-round match
    • Retired from match against Pablo Carreno Busta while down 3-6, 6-7(7)
    • Shapovalov announced injuries via Instagram on July 20
    • Four-time tour-level titlist forced to withdraw from competition
    ATP Tour
  10. Rules & TechWimbledon20 Jul 2026

    Wimbledon introduces video review for first time in history

    • 139th Championships debut video review on six show courts
    • Players gain unlimited review requests for judgment calls this year
    • Electronic line calling continues with Hawk-Eye Live on all courts
    • Video review available on Centre, No. 1 and other show courts
    • Technology modernization responds to feedback from first ELC year 2025
    Wimbledon
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