Increased interest among Chinese fans in both ATP and WTA tournaments is attracting a growing number of big tennis names to the country. But these world tennis stars aren't eyeing the points, trophies or prize money, they're looking to further China's tennis education by using their fame and experience to teach the next generation.
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Penguins insist they're well aware of the bumpy road ahead as the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions chase history.
While many people still regard League of Legends and King of Glory merely as video games for children and nerds, a group of dedicated gamers, entrepreneurs and scholars treat them as a sport that deserves to be granted Olympic status. Although that debate still rages, the fact that e-sports is undergoing remarkable growth cannot be denied.
China is at the forefront of the global e-sports revolution, with Tencent leading the boom's corporate pack. The Chinese technology giant has become one of the most influential and profitable e-sports companies in the world since making its first explorative steps into the business in 2006.
Tennis great Michael Chang's almost single-handedly inspired a new generation of Chinese to pick up a racket during his legendary career. Now, 14 years after the much-loved Chinese American's quit laying, he continues to act as a force for the betterment of the game here.
Nick Kyrgios said he wanted to make up for his notorious meltdown last year in Shanghai as he beat Mischa Zverev in the second round of the China Open on Wednesday.
As the wild west gets wilder, the Warriors and the Wolves are taking their China trip as serious as possible in anticipation of what is shaping up to be one of the toughest ever conference battles in the new season.
NEW YORK - The NBA is scrapping the East vs. West format for its All-Star Game and will have captains pick teams this season.
On a makeshift "beach" in landlocked Afghanistan, children as young as 8, wearing baggy Real Madrid and Barcelona shirts with "Ronaldo" and "Bale" and "Messi" on the back, joyfully kick and chase a soccer ball.
The highly-anticipated rise of Chinese men's tennis has seen some recent breakthroughs, but enormous challenges remain for homegrown aces hoping to catch up with the world's best.
SINGAPORE - New mom Serena Williams will lack some of her trademark intensity and intimidation when she returns to tennis, US great Chris Evert said on Tuesday, warning that the 23-time Grand Slam champion might find her comeback tough.
CLEVELAND - Cavaliers All-Star Kevin Love is being moved after all - from forward to center.
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