remains their"primary concern" even as security officials at the Grand Slam forced fans to remove shirts referring to the Chinese former doubles number one.
Peng's well-being became a matter of concern among the global tennis community in November when she appeared to allege that a former Chinese vice premier, Zhang Gaoli, had sexually assaulted her in the past. After that post, she was absent from public view for nearly three weeks. The Women's Tennis Association suspended tournaments in China due to what its concerns over Peng's safety, which the Tour says have not been alleviated by her recent public appearances.
"Peng Shuai's safety is our primary concern. We continue to work with the WTA and global tennis community to seek more clarity on her situation and will do everything we can to ensure her wellbeing."
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