The WTA singles player All Access Media Day was held in the ArtScience Museum on Sunday, 19th of October. The top eight players fielded questions from the international media about life as a tennis player.
Caroline Wozniacki first took the stage and expressed her determination to complete her run for the coming New York Marathon. The Dane also commented on her friendships with Serena and Petra, saying that even though they are competitors on court, they share a laugh and enjoy each other’s company off it.
Serena Williams hit back at derogatory remarks made by Shamil Tarpischev, the President of Russian Tennis Federation, calling his comments insensitive, sexist and racist at the same time. Serena isn’t too happy about his comments, but is pleased that the WTA took initiative in taking immediate action. The American has also been writing again, and plans to release a series of books on her life, after her first autobiography was published in 2009.
Li Na made her appearance at the fan zone, signing autographs for her excited fans. Well-liked by the Asian population, her presence sparked a frenzy, as fans crowded around her to get a good photo of the affable star.
The round robin matches for the Rising Stars event have been completed, with Monica Puig and Zheng Saisai emerging as the top two players. These two young stars will square off in the Rising Stars final on Tuesday, 21st of October.
Main draw action commences on Monday, 20th of October, where Serena Williams will take on Ana Ivanovic in the first match, followed by Simona Halep and Eugenie Bouchard. Can Ana repeat her upset of Serena in Melbourne again? Can Simona avenge her loss to Eugenie in Wimbledon? Experience the action in person and get your tickets now at http://www.sportshub.com.sg/wtafinals.
About the writerAs an avid tennis fan, Sean Long keeps up to date with the happenings of the world of tennis. He lives and breathes tennis and also plays the sport. Aside from tennis, Sean maintains his health by sweating it out at the gym and enjoys food and travel.
