Opinion: Why the ASB Classic is tennis’ shining moment
This week, fans can cheer for Kiwi contenders Lulu Sun and Erin Routliffe.
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Tournament director welcomes 'well-balanced draw'.
ASB Classic director promises bigger, better tournament for 2025
'We want to increase the economic impact and draw more eyeballs.'
ASB Classic: Kiwi Erin Routliffe withdraws from tournament
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‘Pressure is a good thing’: Sun ready to make more memories in 2025
Sun is now hot property, recently honoured as the WTA’s newcomer of the year
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ASB Classic 2025 men's field: Rising stars set to clash with seasoned pros
Defending champ Alejandro Tabilo aims to retain title; Cameron Norrie returns from injury.
Brian Fairlie: New Zealand tennis legend shares memories and regrets
'Life has not always been good… but you are dealt a hand and you go with it.'
Top seed interrupts wedding plans to confirm ASB Classic appearance
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How Erin Routliffe went from rock bottom to world No 1
Twice, she nearly walked away from tennis forever. This year, she became world No 1.
Erin Routliffe: New Zealand's newest tennis great
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'Te Anau truly is a place like no other – it almost defies description ...'
French sensation Gael Monfils confirmed for ASB Classic 2025 return
Even at age 38, the world No 55 is a huge drawcard for the Auckland tournament.
‘Top of our list’: Ex-US Open champion Raducanu to return to ASB Classic
Even at world No 58, Raducanu remains one of the most marketable players in the sport.
‘I know what it takes’: How Cameron Norrie plans to get back to the top
After eight years on the tour, the 29-year-old sees an opportunity for a new chapter.
Norrie returning to ASB Classic to reignite his career
The Auckland-raised player has dropped out of the top 50 after an extended injury layoff.
Former US Open champion returns to Auckland, Gauff opts for United Cup
The popular Canadian enjoyed one of the great Cinderella stories here back in 2019.
‘Home away from home’: American hot shot confirms ASB Classic return
Shelton reached a career high ranking of world No 13 this year
Chris Rattue: Multimillion-dollar America’s Cup battle all a bit flat
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Rafael Nadal announces professional tennis retirement
The 38-year-old Spaniard won 22 grand slam titles.
Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style
The clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.
Defending champion returns for ASB Classic
Tabilo's unlikely victory in Auckland was the spark for a remarkable 2024 ATP season.
Naomi Osaka signs on for 2025 ASB Classic in major coup
The four-time Grand Slam winner will kick off 2025 in Auckland.
Meet the man tasked with turning around men's tennis fortunes
Clint Packer wants Kiwi men's players to be more aligned.
US Open player sorry for ‘terrible’ behaviour towards ball girl
Yulia Putintseva said she was more angry with herself.
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US Open: Lulu Sun retires hurt from first-round match
The Kiwi, on her US Open debut, looked far from comfortable.
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