Zhuhai serves up an ace

Elite Trophy ticks all the boxes as its international renown grows

With its festive atmosphere and engrossing action on and off the court, the WTA Elite Trophy Zhuhai wrapped up the 2017 season in fine style on the weekend.

Julia Goerges' gutsy victory over second seed Coco Vandeweghe in Sunday's final provided an entertaining end to an event that pulled out all the stops in enhancing its international reputation.