In Saudi Arabia, the Women's Tennis Association Finals marked a significant event, showcasing the kingdom's efforts to redefine women's roles in sports amid ongoing women's rights concerns.
Coco Gauff and Zheng Qinwen's match in Riyadh illustrated Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's strategy to merge social change with sports, expanding the kingdom's global influence.
Saudi Arabia's investment in sports, including $2 billion for a golf league and the purchase of Newcastle United, highlights its ambition to reshape its international presence.
The juxtaposition of a glamorous sports event in a conservative kingdom illustrates the complexities of progress and repression as Saudi Arabia boldly etches its mark on global sports.
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