Peng Shuai

The carefully controlled conversation did not answer questions about whether Peng can speak her mind or move freely, and it did not put the controversy to rest.

The Women’s Tennis Association said it would not conduct business in China until it was satisfied that Peng was “truly safe and free” and her accusation of sexual assault was being investigated.

The Chinese tennis star has not been seen in public since she posted accusations of sexual assault against a top CCP official.

Peng Shuai’s stunning accusation of sexual assault should be situated within a larger context where tennis can be a vehicle for politics – exposing athletes to the possibility of exploitation.

Peng’s story is an example of a woman sharing her story and demanding justice. That is what has kept #MeToo growing strong since the beginning, despite heavy censorship.

Peng Shuai's post broke new ground for the #MeToo movement in China: directly implicating a high-ranking CCP official.

For both men and women, 2014 has been a breakout year for Asian tennis players.

He becomes the first Asia-born man to make it that far at a Grand Slam tournament.