Opinion: New Arthur Ashe documentary reveals how tennis icon transformed activism in America

"Citizen Ashe" establishes a through line from Ashe to the ways in which Black athletes are using their prominence to advocate for social justice.

      

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Watch: Trailer for 'Citizen Ashe' documentary on legendary tennis player Arthur Ashe

Directors Rex Miller and Sam Pollard explore the enduring legacy of tennis great and humanitarian Arthur Ashe in the feature documentary "Citizen Ashe."

      

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IOC says it held second video call with Peng Shuai, who 'reconfirmed' she is 'safe and well'

The IOC said it talked with three-time Olympian Peng Shuai via a video call and added it will meet with her in person in January.

      

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Opinion: WTA shows what leadership is in standing up to China and supporting Peng Shuai

The WTA suspended its tournaments in China after being rebuffed in efforts to talk with Peng Shuai, who accused a top Chinese official of assault.

      

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WTA suspends tennis events in China over concern for Peng Shuai following sexual assault allegations

"Unless China takes the steps we have asked for, we cannot put our players and staff at risk by holding events in China," the WTA said in a statement.

      

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