January 23, 2026
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 — Two foreign nationals have become the first individuals in Malaysia to be charged in court for littering under the newly enforced anti-littering law, according to a report by The Star.
SYDNEY - 5 JAN - Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz led Team USA to victory in the United Cup, securing the title with key wins against Poland in Sydney. Gauff opened with a commanding 6-4, 6-4 win over Iga Swiatek, marking her second consecutive victory against the former world number one. Fritz followed with a hard-fought 6-4, 5-7, 7-6(7/4) triumph over Hubert Hurkacz, sparking jubilant celebrations as the Americans lifted the trophy for the second time in three years. Gauff, who remained unbeaten in singles throughout the tournament, credited her confidence and form as she heads into the Australian Open ranked world number three.
Swiatek, struggling with a left thigh injury, took a medical timeout during her match but returned to complete the set. Despite the loss, she joined in the trophy presentation with good spirits. Fritz, now at a career-best world number four, praised his team after his serve-heavy match featuring 30 aces. Team USA's victory adds momentum for both Gauff and Fritz as they prepare for the year’s first Grand Slam.
