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'Spectacular rise': World No 13 to return to ASB Classic in 2027
The American has risen from No 206 in 2024 to her current ranking of No 13.
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20,514 Aperol Spritz and 5000 truffle fries! ASB Classic hits record numbers
Overall attendance jumped more than 19% on last year’s record crowd.
From rainouts to roof: Timeline confirmed for ASB Classic covered court
Tennis Auckland has hit its $15 million target, while 2026 saw record crowds.
Ben Shelton on Australian Open hopes, Trinity Rodman support, ASB Classic exit
The sporting power couple went public with their relationship last March.
Why ASB Classic champion Jakub Mensik is destined for greatness in ATP career
Jakub Mensik secured the second ATP title of his career with victory in Auckland.
ASB Classic men's final preview
NZ Herald tennis writer Michael Burgess looks ahead to the men's decider between third seed Jakub Mensik and seventh seed Sebastian Baez. Video / NZ Herald
Finalist Jakub Mensik joins Nadal, del Potro in ASB Classic history
Third seed Jakub Mensik will face seventh seed Sebastian Baez on Saturday.
Shelton slump: Off-colour top seed falls in ASB Classic quarter-finals
It was just Baez's third win over a top 10 rival in 21 career attempts.
Ben Shelton among stars facing double duty after ASB Classic rain delays
Persistent rain meant only one singles match was completed on Thursday.
Rain, card games and '18 showers': Giron grinds into ASB Classic semis
Marcos Giron spent nearly 12 hours on site as rain prolonged his quarter-final match.
Society Insider: Beauden Barrett’s holiday on Fiji's ‘Millionaire’s Row’; Colin Mathura-Jeffree hosts A-list party at Auckland sex club
Plus, David Beckham’s best friend and Kiwi model fiance's NZ tiki tour.
'That’s tennis': Cam Norrie accepts tough defeat at ASB Classic, despite having match point
Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard blasted 25 aces and hit a 222km/h second serve.
How an early start gave top-seed Ben Shelton an edge at the ASB Classic
Shelton requested the rare 11.30am slot to avoid Auckland’s tricky sun.
ASB Classic: Top seed Ben Shelton makes confident start
Top seed Ben Shelton makes confident start to his Auckland campaign.
'The love I had was amazing': Monfils exits ASB Classic after Marozsan thriller
It was Monfils' final ASB Classic match, ending a journey that began in 2007.
The biggest serve in ATP history? ASB Classic contender's lofty goal
The 2.03m Frenchman blasted 22 aces past Roberto Bautista-Agut on Tuesday.
Shelton targets Sinner and Alcaraz as he bids to close grand slam gap
The 23-year-old cracked the world's top five in 2025 and won his first ATP 1000 title.
ASB Classic; Defending champion Gael Monfils on his title defence
Defending champion Gael Monfils on his Auckland preparation, retirement and why he is playing without pressure.
'I'm not defending anything': Why Gael Monfils is taking different approach to ASB Classic
Monfils became the oldest ATP title winner since 1977 with last year's Classic win.
Weather, golf and a baby on the way: The subplots around Ruud’s ASB Classic return
The world No 12 was last at the ASB Classic in 2023, when bad weather forced play indoors.
ASB Classic winner reveals special message before completing rare feat
Elina Svitolina and husband Gael Monfils claim a rare title in the same city.
From ball kid to contender: Cameron Norrie on why ASB Classic still matters most
The world No 28 Norrie opens the night session on Monday against Hugo Gaston.
Mission complete as Elina Svitolina wins women's ASB Classic title
It was the perfect end to her comeback, after being off the WTA tour since last September.
'I went out with a fight': Rising Filipino star reflects on ASB Classic run and local support
'It really made the week. It’s different when you have a lot of support on your back.'