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Barty: No-one better to be No.1 than Iga

Iwa Swiatek has risen to the world No.1 spot and Ash Barty, the champ she's replaced, couldn't be happier for her young successor.

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Poland’s Iga Swiatek to succeed Ash Barty as world No1

The 20-year-old has ascended into the top spot after Ash Barty’s retirement.

The Independent UK

Poland’s Swiatek Savors ‘Surreal’ No. 1 Achievement

Poland's Iga Swiatek said capturing the women's world number one ranking was a "surreal" achievement, with the 20-year-old set to replace retired Ash Barty at the top of the rankings. Swiatek clinched the ranking after defeating Viktorija Golubic 6-2 6-0 in the second round of the Miami Open on Friday,…

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Questions lost in time as Barty says farewell to tennis glory

If Ashleigh Barty never returns to the tennis circuit – and there are no guarantees that she won't – a "what if" will surely pierce rows and debates about the women's game.

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Iga Swiatek becomes new WTA World No.1 with Miami win

Miami (AFP) - Poland's Iga Swiatek clinched becoming the new world number one in women's tennis on Friday by defeating Swiss player Viktorija Golubic 6-2, 6-0 at the WTA Miami Open.

AFP

The Weekly Wrap for Saturday, 26 March 2022

Everyday in China some 12,500 domestic flights arrive safely at their destinations. On Monday, China Eastern flight MU5735 did not. It took off from Kunming in the early afternoon but never made it to Guangzhou.

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Czech teen upsets Mertens at Miami Open

Miami (AFP) - Linda Fruhvirtova is only 16 years old but already dreaming of reaching the very top after producing a career-best performance Friday to stun Elise Mertens at the WTA Miami Open.

AFP

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Letters to the Editor — March 26, 2022

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Vladimir Putin 'ruined Ash Barty's retirement plans' following invasion of Ukraine

President Putin has been accused of 'ruining' Ash Barty's retirement by the Australian media - the tennis star announced she would be hanging up her racket at the age of just 25

Daily Mirror

Why millennials like Ash Barty are rethinking work

Tennis star’s retirement and actor Tom Holland’s career doubts signal a broader disaffection

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Ash Barty, Italy, Jermain Defoe, F1 and Mike Dean

Who retired? Who saw red? Who is joining the party?

The Guardian - UK

Top videos: Elon Musk opens Tesla factory with a daggy dad dance

Elon Musk has proven he really is a dad of seven, displaying his daggy dad dance moves at a recent Tesla factory grand opening.

The New Daily

Ash Barty, Kylie Minogue and Hugh Jackman star in sentimental new Qantas ad

‘But no matter how far or how wide I roam, Qantas still doesn’t answer their phone’ riffed one customer

The Independent UK

Barty's short game matches her swing: Webb

Golf great Karrie Webb predicts retiring world tennis No.1 Ash Barty could become an Australian amateur champion, saying her short game is as good as her swing.

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Ash Barty joins Shane Gould, Mark Ella and select others in retiring at the peak of her powers

Ash Barty's retirement from professional tennis at the age of 25 was a shock to many, but she isn't the first world-beating athlete to step away from their chosen sport earlier than expected.

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A Solomon decision

Good morning, early birds. Trade Minister Dan Tehan and Home Affairs Minister Karen Andrews are worried China could set up a military base in the Solomon Islands, and 97% of aged care workers have not received the Morrison government’s promised $800 bonus. It’s the news you need to know, with…

The New Daily

Madonna King: Ash Barty’s decision will increase her influence as role model, beyond tennis court

Mark my words. We will see Ash Barty doing good stuff for others, capitalising on that decency and sportsmanship that every single competitor has saluted.

The Guardian - UK

All praise to Ash Barty for refusing to chase trophies at all costs – it’s time the whole sports world caught on

As a young Olympian I was asked to do ‘whatever it takes’ to win. Now I can see how sinister that was, says Olympic rower Cath Bishop

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The Independent UK

Ash Barty could take up professional golf after tennis retirement, claims friend Rennae Stubbs

The three-time grand slam winner could turn to another professional sport, having spent time with the Brisbane Heat after retiring from tennis the first time eight years ago

Evening Standard

Ash Barty retirement aged just 25 should set alarm bells ringing amid fears over player burnout

The indicators had perhaps been there for anyone who was properly listening and yet, 24 hours on, Ash Barty’s retirement remains a seismic shock for tennis.

Sports Illustrated

Ash Barty Tells Media She's ‘Excited’ For ‘Next Chapter’ After Officially Retiring

The Australian Open winner said she is satisfied with her decision to walk away from the game.

Evening Standard

Ash Barty refuses to rule out tennis return after shock retirement at 25: ‘Never say never’

Ash Barty has not ruled out potentially returning to competitive tennis in future.

Daily Mirror

Ash Barty could make golf switch after Tiger Woods praised retired tennis star's game

Barty shocked the sporting world by abruptly announcing her immediate retirement at the age of 25, despite being the number one ranked women's player

The Hindu

Ashleigh Barty retires from tennis, resumes march to her own beat

The universally-loved Ashleigh Barty would have been chasing a career Slam at this year’s US Open

AFP

After Barty: Five young tennis stars who could take over at the top

Sydney (AFP) - World number one Ashleigh Barty's sudden retirement has left a gaping hole in women's tennis, already preparing for life without ageing superstar Serena Williams and with Naomi Osaka sliding down the rankings.

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