Former World No 1 Naomi Osaka will return to the ASB Classic in January, after her runner-up finish in Auckland this year.

The ASB Classic has confirmed New Zealand’s No.1 women’s player, Lulu Sun, will compete in the 2026 edition of the women’s tournament.

New Zealand tennis player Erin Routliffe will team up with regular doubles partner Canadian Gabriela Dabrowski for Wimbledon again.

Lulu Sun has continued her struggle to find a victory with her fourth first round loss in as many tournaments this year.

Auckland teenager Vivian Yang has won the ASB Classic wildcard playoff, and will play in the main draw of the New Zealand WTA tournament