The International Tennis Federation (ITF) recently announced the resumption of tennis events in China, but there was no update on the status of Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai.
The ITF had suspended all tennis events in China due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the organization recently announced that it would be resuming tournaments in the country. The ITF said that the decision was made after consultation with local authorities and the Chinese Tennis Association.
The ITF also said that it would be providing additional support for players and tournaments in China, including financial assistance and medical advice. However, there was no mention of Peng Shuai in the announcement.
Peng Shuai is one of the most successful Chinese tennis players in history, having won multiple Grand Slam titles and reached a career-high ranking of No. 14 in the world. She has also been a vocal advocate for the sport in her home country, and her absence from the ITF announcement has raised questions about her status.
It is unclear why Peng Shuai was not mentioned in the ITF announcement, but some speculate that it could be due to her age. At 34 years old, Peng Shuai is considered to be one of the older players on the tour and may not be able to compete at the same level as younger players.
Regardless of the reason, it is clear that Peng Shuai’s absence from the ITF announcement has raised questions about her status. It remains to be seen if she will be able to compete in any of the upcoming tournaments in China or if she will be forced to retire due to age or injury.
In any case, the ITF’s announcement is a positive step forward for tennis in China and will hopefully lead to more success for the sport in the country. It will also be interesting to see if Peng Shuai is able to make a comeback and continue her successful career.