2019 WTA Finals
Clinics & Culture: Mary Pierce’s Shenzhen Highlights
The French legend was busy during her time at the WTA Finals.
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Class of 2019 Hall of Famer Pierce was welcomed by the WTA Future Stars competitors at the traditional Meet The Mentors session. (Getty)
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Pierce and Martina Hingis shared stories from their playing days; the pair won the Roland Garros doubles title together in 2000. (Getty)
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Pierce handled the coin toss for the round robin match between Kiki Bertens and eventual champion Ash Barty. (Getty)
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Student volunteers from University Tennis Club were rewarded with the chance to hit with the former World No.3. (Getty)
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The students helped tournament promoter Gemdale to sell tickets in advance of the Shiseido WTA Finals. (Getty)
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Pierce also took time out from her TV commentary duties to visit the Shekou Sea World Culture & Arts Center. (Getty)
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The city of Shenzhen is building a reputation as a global arts hub and she too in design Society Shenzhen’s latest exhibition, 40 Years Of Humanizing Technology. (Getty)
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Pierce enjoyed a private guided tour of the cutting-edge exhibits. (Getty)