Tennis Australia rectify unforced error with introduction of mixed-gender United Cup | Courtney Walsh

A commitment to equality had been questioned after the introduction of the men-only ATP Cup sparked a seething reaction The triumphant announcement of a mixed-teams event across Australia to launch the next summer of tennis stems from a crisis of conscience three years ago. Billed as a world first "showcasing equality at the highest level of the sport", the United Cup will feature the world's best men and women and is a positive step forward for tennis. Three years in the making, the 18-team, $2...