Learning while not earning: Bellis hails WTA University

FILE PHOTO: Australian Open - Third Round - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 25, 2020 Catherine Bellis of the U.S. celebrates during her match against Belgium's Elise Mertens REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji

MUMBAI (Reuters) - The online educational platform launched by the Women's Tennis Association in March has been a boon for American Catherine 'CiCi' Bellis, who feels the resources have been "extremely" helpful for the players during the tour's COVID-19 shutdown.

The tennis season screeched to a halt in early March, leaving those solely dependent on tournament winnings in financial crisis.