Johanna Konta soars into WTA top 10

After successfully hosting major international events such as the ATP Tour 250, WTA 125, and PMR Challenger tournaments for the past five consecutive years, the Directorate of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Maharashtra, along with the ATP Organising Committee, has decided to expand tennis development directly to the district level in collaboration with the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA).

First-half strikes by Ryan Williams and Ashique Kuruniyan gave visitors Bengaluru FC a 2-1 win over Mohammedan Sporting Club, in Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, here at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) on Saturday.

The tournament will feature a 32-player singles main draw, preceded by a 32-player qualifying draw beginning on 1 March, along with a 16-team doubles draw. Main draw matches will commence on 3 March. As an ITF W35-category event, it offers valuable ranking points and an important opportunity for players aspiring to progress to higher-tier competitions, including the WTA Tour.

Namibia coach Craig Williams said his team is focused on preparation ahead of their upcoming T20 World Cup Group A match against Pakistan.

The win makes the Blues the third side, after champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Saturday and Jamshedpur FC earlier in the day, to post a win in their respective opening encounters, according to a release.

Bengaluru FC's head coach, Renedy Singh, shared his thoughts on the team's preparation ahead of their upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) fixtures, emphasizing hard work and a focused approach.

Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has backed Serbian legend Novak Djokovic, insisting that it is far too early to write off the great tennis player despite his Grand Slam title drought since the end of 2023.

The ITF W100 category offers significant WTA ranking points and serves as a bridge between the ITF and WTA Tours. The event features a 32-player singles main draw, a 32-player qualifying draw, and a 16-team doubles draw, with the main draw commencing on February 17.

The Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) once again showcased its world-class management and long-term vision for Indian tennis with the successful hosting of the fifth edition of the L&T Mumbai Open 2025. The WTA 125 tournament, conducted to global standards and played in front of packed stands, underlined MSLTA's sustained commitment to elevating the quality of tennis experience for players and fans in India.

It was redemption for Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew at the fifth edition of the Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series on Sunday, according to a release.