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The WTA is still working to find a resolution to the standoff with China over the Peng Shuai issue but will not return to the country this year, Tour chief Steve Simon said. Former doubles world number one Peng's well-being became a concern for the WTA after she posted a message on social media last Nov accusing China's former Vice-Premier.
Emma Raducanu is back on the winning trail after a gutsy victory over the 2017 US Open champion Sloane Stephens in Melbourne, which confirmed her status as a natural born competitor.
Djokovic, seeking a record-breaking 21st Grand Slam win at the Australian Open, was seemingly granted a medical exemption from vaccine requirements – though he was subsequently denied entry.