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Business Wire
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Sinclair, ATP, WTA, and U.S. Based Tennis Tournaments
BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sinclair, one of the nation's leading media companies, and its subsidiary Tennis Channel, the U.S. media home of tennis, announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with the ATP, WTA, and participating U.S. based tennis tournaments. The agreement creates a seamless solution for brands to engage with tennis fans wherever audiences consume the sport, including onsite, on-air and online, allowing for a continued brand narrative across the season. For the first time, sponsors will have access to both the ATP Tour and Hologic WTA Tour calendar of events in the United States, and all of Sinclair's Tennis Channel properties—including Tennis Channel, TennisChannel 2 (FAST), the Tennis Channel app and website, and other digital platforms—under a single, comprehensive sponsorship package. Verizon has entered into a multi-year agreement, securing category exclusivity in the 5G wireless space. The initiative was crafted through Sinclair's Tennis Enterprises by JR McCabe, Chief Business Officer, Consumer Products and Eric Welles, Chief Digital Monetization Officer, in collaboration with Sinclair's partners at the ATP, WTA and Tournament partners. 'By delivering a unified opportunity for advertisers to connect with fans throughout the season of tennis, Sinclair is redefining how brands engage with audiences,' said McCabe. 'This marks another step in Sinclair's ongoing expansion beyond traditional broadcasting, reinforcing our commitment to providing customized, innovative solutions for partners.' Daniele Sano, ATP Chief Business Officer, said: ' This partnership with Verizon is a big step for the ATP. It's our first-ever telecommunications partner, which says a lot about the momentum behind tennis right now. It's also a great example of how we're shaping partnerships in new ways—built for brands looking for a single entry point into the sport. Verizon is a household name with deep credibility, and their investment in our sport will help bring tennis closer to fans across the U.S.' Marina Storti, CEO of WTA Ventures, said: 'This innovative partnership is a shining example of how we can work together across tennis to create value for partners. Just a few weeks after the launch of a bold new brand identity for the WTA, it is great to be taking yet another positive step for women's tennis by welcoming Verizon to the WTA's partner portfolio.' 'We've spoken to many marketers and there was a consistent theme to the challenges of the fragmentation of the sport. This concept will revolutionize ways brands can access tennis, similar to the way other professional leagues operate with their rights partners,' said Welles. 'Verizon is an ideal partner, as they have led the way across many of the leagues in bringing together their brand with the respective sport and unlocking unprecedented experiences for the fans.' Participating U.S.-based ATP and WTA tour events: ATX Open (Austin, Texas), Delray Beach Open (Fla.), BNP Paribas Open (Indian Wells, CA), Miami Open presented by Itaú, Fayez Sarofim & Co. US Men's Clay Court Championship (Houston), Credit One Charleston Open, Mubadala Citi DC Open (Washington), Cincinnati Open, Tennis in the Land powered by Rocket (Cleveland) and Winston Salem Open presented by Truist Bank and Flow Automotive. 'Working across both the ATP and WTA audience is a huge opportunity, and to include the US based events on both Tours is a game-changer. JR and Eric were relentless in their pursuit of this incredibly strategic partnership. Tennis has a powerful audience especially when we can pull all of these assets and events under one umbrella. I greatly appreciate the effort the Tennis Channel team put forward, along with the patience and belief that the Tournaments showed in our broadcast partner,' said Bob Moran, Tournament Director, Cincinnati and Charleston. About Sinclair: Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at About the ATP: The ATP's mission is to serve tennis. As governing body of the ATP Tour and ATP Challenger Tour we entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world's greatest players at prestigious tournaments, and inspire the game's next generation. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the stars of the game battle for titles and PIF ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead to the Nitto ATP Finals, our prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy. Featuring only the season's best 8 singles players and doubles teams, the tournament sees the crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by PIF, the ultimate achievement in tennis. For more information, please visit About the WTA The WTA is the original game-changer for women's sport. Founded in 1973 by the visionary Billie Jean King, the WTA was created to build equal opportunities for women in tennis, and we've been breaking boundaries ever since. Today we're the powerhouse of women's professional sports, uniting athletes in fearless competition and bringing people together through the love of tennis. The Hologic WTA Tour shares the thrill of every serve, rally and match point with an audience of more than one billion around the world. Players compete for PIF WTA ranking points in tournament arenas on six continents before the season hits its peak at the WTA Finals, where the best singles and doubles superstars battle to be crowned as year-end champions. Our ambitions go well beyond the court. We are champions for our 1,600 incredible athletes and drivers of change through advocacy and action for women's health and empowerment across the globe. Rally the world: WTA Ventures, the commercial arm of the WTA, has a mission to fuel the growth of professional women's tennis. Established in partnership with CVC Capital Partners in 2023, it aims to further elevate the profile of women's tennis, improve the product for fans and accelerate commercial growth for the benefit of players, tournaments and everyone involved in the sport. In its first full year of operation, WTA Ventures increased revenue by 25%, setting a new record for the WTA's commercial revenue. Category: General
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pegula wins WTA Charleston after Kenin collapse
Jessica Pegula won her second title of the season with victory at the WTA Charleston Open (MATTHEW STOCKMAN) Jessica Pegula took advantage of a dramatic collapse by Sofia Kenin to claim her second title of the season with a 6-3, 7-5 victory in the WTA Charleston Open final on Sunday. After dropping the opening set, Kenin looked poised to force a decider after breaking Pegula's serve three times to race into a 5-1 lead in the second set. Advertisement But the unseeded American's composure unraveled in a sea of unforced errors, allowing Pegula to reel off six straight games to clinch her second win of the year following her victory at the ATX Open in Austin last month. The 31-year-old Pegula showed great character to save three set points in the eighth game of the second before claiming a break of serve to narrow the deficit to 5-3. She then held to make it 5-4 and secured another service break to level. A rock-solid service -- sealed with an ace -- left Pegula 6-5 up, with Kenin at a loss to halt her compatriot's momentum. She quickly raced into a 0-30 lead and when Kenin smacked a lazy forehand long she was presented with three match points. Kenin never looked like turning things around and she promptly double-faulted to hand Pegula victory. rcw/
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pegula rallies to reach Charleston final
Jessica Pegula reached her third final in four tournaments with a three-set victory over Ekaterina Alexandrova at the WTA Charleston Open (MATTHEW STOCKMAN) Top seed Jessica Pegula staged a final-set rally to defeat Russian ninth seed Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 2-6, 7-5 and reach the final of the WTA Charleston Open clay court tournament on Saturday. Pegula, who ousted defending champion Danielle Collins in Friday's quarter-finals, looked to be in trouble after falling 4-2 behind in the decisive set to leave Alexandrova serving for a 5-2 lead. Advertisement But Alexandrova handed Pegula a lifeline with a shaky service game, and after finding herself down 15-40, gifted her opponent a break with a double fault. Pegula then held to level at 4-4 and although Alexandrova also held for a 5-4 lead, Pegula was clearly in the ascendant. The American leveled on serve at 5-5, and then grabbed a crucial break in the 11th game for a 6-5 lead to leave her serving for the match. Pegula soon held two match points at 40-15, and although Alexandrova saved the first with a crosscourt forehand into the corner, Pegula lasered a backhand down the line to clinch victory. "That was a tough match -- it wasn't the prettiest," said Pegula, who will face either eighth seed Amanda Anisimova or Sofia Kenin in Sunday's final. Advertisement Pegula said the blustery conditions had caused problems for both players. "It was really windy -- there were some awkward shots and we were both very uncomfortable," she said. "On some short balls and low balls, it was kind of swirling. I was just trying not to get frustrated." Pegula has now reached the final in three of her past four tournaments, winning the ATX Open in Austin last month before advancing to the Miami Open last week, where she lost in straight sets to Aryna Sabalenka. rcw/sev
USA Today
02-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How to Watch Leolia Jeanjean vs. Selena Janicijevic at the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: Live Stream, TV Channel
How to Watch Leolia Jeanjean vs. Selena Janicijevic at the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: Live Stream, TV Channel In the Round of 16 at the Copa Colsanitas on Wednesday, Leolia Jeanjean (ranked No. 116) meets Selena Janicijevic (No. 178). Jeanjean secured a two-set victory over Kathinka von Deichmann (6-4, 7-5) in the Round of 32 in her most recent match on Tuesday. Janicijevic's most recent match on Monday was a two-set win against Sara Sorribes Tormo 6-1, 6-2 in the Round of 32. Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo! Leolia Jeanjean vs. Selena Janicijevic: live stream info & TV channel Tournament: Copa Colsanitas Copa Colsanitas Round: Round of 16 Round of 16 Date: Wednesday, April 2 Wednesday, April 2 Live Stream: Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Court Surface: Clay Leolia Jeanjean vs. Selena Janicijevic matchup stats Jeanjean is 3-1 on clay over the past year, with no tournament victories. On clay, Jeanjean has won 64.4% of her service games and 40.9% of her return games over the past year. On clay over the past 12 months, Jeanjean has converted 18 of 36 break points (50.0%). Jeanjean was defeated by Tatjana Maria (2-6, 2-6) on March 16 in the Qualification Round 1 of her previous tournament, the Miami Open presented by Itau. Janicijevic has participated in five tournaments on clay over the past year, registering a 5-4 record on that surface. While playing on clay, Janicijevic has a 63.6% winning percentage in service games and a 46% winning percentage in return games. Janicijevic has taken 55.7% of break points on clay (39 out of 70) to rank 84th. On February 23, Janicijevic lost to No. 217-ranked Hina Inoue, 1-6, 5-7, in the Qualification Round 1 of her last tournament, the ATX Open. Jeanjean vs. Janicijevic futures odds Tennis odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds updated Wednesday at 3:56 AM ET. Jeanjean Odds to Win the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: +1200 +1200 Janicijevic Odds to Win the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: +2800 Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Wednesday at 3:56 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
USA Today
17-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How to Watch Sorana Cirstea vs. Elisabetta Cocciaretto at the 2025 Miami Open presented by Itau: Live Stream, TV Channel
How to Watch Sorana Cirstea vs. Elisabetta Cocciaretto at the 2025 Miami Open presented by Itau: Live Stream, TV Channel On Monday, Sorana Cirstea (No. 111 in the world) takes on Elisabetta Cocciaretto (No. 72) in the Round of 128 at the Miami Open presented by Itau. In Cirstea's most recent action, she lost to Emma Navarro 6-3, 1-6, 6-7 in the Round of 64 at the BNP Paribas Open on March 8, 2025. Cocciaretto's last match on March 7, 2025 was a two-set loss to Karolina Muchova 4-6, 3-6 in the Round of 64 at the BNP Paribas Open. Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo! Sorana Cirstea vs. Elisabetta Cocciaretto: live stream info & TV channel Tournament: Miami Open presented by Itau Miami Open presented by Itau Round: Round of 128 Round of 128 Date: Monday, March 17 Monday, March 17 Live Stream: Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Court Surface: Hard Sorana Cirstea vs. Elisabetta Cocciaretto matchup stats In seven tournaments on hard courts over the past 12 months, Cirstea has gone 8-7. On hard courts over the past 12 months, Cirstea has won 32.5% of her return games and 66.5% of her service games. Cirstea has converted 44.9% of her break-point opportunities on hard courts (53 of 118) over the past year. Cirstea was eliminated by McCartney Kessler short of the final (7-5, 4-6, 1-6) on February 28 in the quarterfinals of her last tournament, the ATX Open. Cocciaretto has put up a 7-14 record in 14 tournaments on hard courts over the past 12 months. Cocciaretto has finished 134-for-222 in service games on hard courts (60.4% winning percentage), and 65-for-223 in return games (29.1%). On hard courts Cocciaretto has won 38.9% of break points (63 out of 162) which ranks 117th. Cocciaretto was eliminated in the Round of 64 of her previous tournament (the BNP Paribas Open) on March 7, when she lost 4-6, 3-6 to Muchova. Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 6:57 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
