Source: Essentially Sports
Rika Hiraki, the former World No. 26 in doubles and 1997 Roland Garros mixed doubles champion, has been arrested in Japan on allegations of fraud. Hiraki, who enjoyed a successful career with six WTA titles and over $852,000 in prize money, is now facing serious legal challenges years after her retirement from professional tennis. The specifics of the fraud allegations have not been fully disclosed, and further details are expected to emerge as the case develops. Hiraki's arrest marks a significant turn in the life of a player who once represented Japan on the international stage.