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Djokovic stuns Alcaraz in epic comeback to reach Australian Open semis

In a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final, Novak Djokovic, 37, delivered an astonishing comeback to defeat 21-year-old Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4, securing a...

Routliffe and Dabrowski advance to Australian Open semis

New Zealand's Erin Routliffe and Canadian partner Gabby Dabrowski secured a spot in the Australian Open doubles semifinals with a commanding straight-sets victory over...

Djokovic forces Aussie TV presenter to eat his words

Tony Jones has made amends with the Serbian tennis star, after the latter snubbed an interview over the journalist’s “offensive comments”. World-renowned Serbian tennis player...

Djokovic takes a stand against broadcaster over disrespect to Serbian fans

Novak Djokovic has chosen to boycott on-court interviews at the Australian Open until he receives an apology from Nine Network, citing reporter Tony Jones’s...

Swiatek dominates Raducanu in one-sided Australian Open clash

Britain's Emma Raducanu suffered a crushing 6-1, 6-0 defeat to world number two Iga Swiatek in the Australian Open third round, marking the joint-heaviest...

Aussie tennis star’s phone was seized in 2022 match-fixing probe – report

Bernard Tomic's phone was reportedly seized as part of a match-fixing investigation into two suspicious losses, including a 2022 Australian Open qualifying match. According to...

Tennis star embraces hostile crowd at Australian Open

American tennis star Danielle Collins turned boos into motivation during her second-round victory over Australia’s Destanee Aiava at the Australian Open, thanking heckling fans...

Djokovic reveals lead and mercury poisoning during 2022 Melbourne detention

Novak Djokovic has revealed in an interview with GQ that he was poisoned by lead and mercury in his food during his controversial detention...

Clara Tauson clinches ASB Classic title after Naomi Osaka withdraws mid-final

Denmark’s Clara Tauson claimed the ASB Classic women’s singles title in dramatic fashion after former world number one Naomi Osaka withdrew due to a...

WTA provisionally suspends Rybakina’s coach amid conduct investigation

The WTA has provisionally suspended Stefano Vukov, former and recently reappointed coach of world number six Elena Rybakina, amid an investigation into alleged breaches...

Djokovic and Kyrgios fall in Brisbane doubles

Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios were narrowly defeated in the second round of the Brisbane International men’s doubles by top seeds Nikola Mektic and...

From feud to friendship: Djokovic and Kyrgios shine in doubles debut

Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios, once fierce rivals with little regard for each other off the court, made a stunning transformation into an entertaining...

Lulu Sun named WTA Newcomer of the Year

Lulu Sun has been crowned the WTA Tour's Newcomer of the Year following a breakthrough season that saw her rise from outside the top...

Wimbledon secures approval for controversial expansion despite opposition from locals

The All England Club’s contentious plan to build 39 new tennis courts, including an 8,000-seat stadium on protected open land opposite Wimbledon, has been...

Raducanu plans to adjust schedule after early US Open exit

After her first-round loss to Sofia Kenin at the US Open, Emma Raducanu said she wants to play more matches before future Grand Slam...

US Open sensation: 16-year-old Iva Jovic stuns former Australian Open semi-finalist in breakthrough victory

The US Open has discovered its latest teenage tennis prodigy in 16-year-old Iva Jovic, who shocked the tennis world with a stunning first-round victory...

Sinner parts ways with physio and fitness trainer after doping investigation clears him of fault

World number one Jannik Sinner has ended his professional relationship with physiotherapist Giacomo Naldi and fitness trainer Umberto Ferrara following an investigation into his...

Novak Djokovic claims Olympic gold, completes career ‘Golden Slam’

Novak Djokovic triumphed over Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling match to secure his first Olympic gold medal, completing the prestigious career 'Golden Slam.' The 37-year-old...

Andy Murray to retire after Paris Olympics

Scotsman Andy Murray, the first male player to win two Olympic singles gold medals, announced on Tuesday that the tennis competition at the Paris...

Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title

Carlos Alcaraz retained his Wimbledon men's singles title with a dominant victory over Novak Djokovic, winning 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7-4). Unlike their previous year's thrilling...

Kiwi Lulu Sun stuns Raducanu to reach Wimbledon quarter-finals

Kiwi tennis player Lulu Sun delivered an impressive performance to defeat Britain's Emma Raducanu in a thrilling fourth-round match at Wimbledon. Sun triumphed 6-2, 5-7,...

Iga Świątek dominates to win third consecutive French Open title

World No. 1 Iga Świątek has won her third straight French Open title with a commanding 6-2, 6-1 victory over Italy’s Jasmine Paolini, solidifying...

Djokovic wins Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for record-equalling 5th time

Novak Djokovic has been named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for the fifth time. https://youtu.be/IEMD0p_w-UE?si=V8WoNyeWeFcznFle

Novak Djokovic and coach Goran Ivanisevic part ways ahead of clay season

In a shock move, world number one Novak Djokovic has announced the end of his successful collaboration with coach Goran Ivanisevic. The announcement comes just...

Kiwi born Swiss tennis player Lulu Sun switches allegiance to NZ

Swiss tennis star Lulu Sun has announced her decision to represent New Zealand and in the process significantly boost's the nation's tennis profile. The 22-year-old,...

Serbian tennis star sparks controversy with India comments

Dejana Radanovic visited the South Asian nation recently for mid-level tournaments Serbian tennis star sparks controversy with India comments Dejana Radanovic of Serbia hits a forehand...

Sinner wins Australian Open

Jannik Sinner won his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open tonight, marking a significant shift in the tournament's history. He achieved a remarkable...

Sabalenka wins women’s Australian Open title

Belorusian star Aryna Sabalenka delivered a powerful performance to win her second Grand Slam title, successfully defending her Australian Open title. She beat Chinese 12th...

Australian Open: Medvedev to meet Sinner in final

Russian ace Daniil Medvedev achieved a remarkable comeback in the Australian Open semi-final last night, defeating Alexander Zverev 5-7, 3-6, 7-6(4), 7-6(5), 6-3. The victory...

Australian Open: Djokovic goes down to Sinner in semifinal

The Serbian great suffered his first Australian Open loss since 2018. Djokovic fell to Italian fourth seed Jannik Sinner in the semifinals. 22-year-old Sinner secured victory...

Tennis journo who mocked Djokovic as an ‘anti-vaxxer’ dies suddenly, aged 59

Mike Dickson wrote for the UK Daily Mail and was remembered as the 'doyen' of tennis journalists and 'Mr. Wimbledon'. Despite Dickson's COVID barbs, Djokovic...

Teen sensation dumps defending champ out of ASB Classic

19-year old French tennis player Arthur Fils beat defending champion and fellow Frenchman Richard Gasquet in straight sets. Fils, who is already ranked 35th in...

Djokovic wins US Open

Novak Djokovic has beaten Danlil Medvedev in the final of the US Open today in straight sets. The Serbian claimed his 24th Grand Slam title...

‘Hitler song’ gets US Open fan ejected

A man in the stands allegedly heckled Alexander Zverev with the Nazi-era German anthem. Security at the US Open tennis tournament ejected a fan on...

Russian tennis player refused entry to Poland

The Women’s Tennis Association says it is “evaluating” why Vera Zvonareva was barred from entering Poland. Russian tennis star Vera Zvonareva was blocked from entering...

Carlos Alcaraz wins Wimbledon

Spaniard Carlos Alvarez has beaten Novak Djokovic to win the 2023 Wimbledon title. The score was 1-6, 7-6, 6-1, 3-6, 6-4. https://twitter.com/Sporting_ventur/status/1680736164662382592?s=20

Watch: Djokovic wins record Grand Slam in Paris

Novak Djokovich wins his 23rd and record Grand Slam title in Paris this week. https://youtu.be/Rfcfzh2ujVE

Wimbledon reluctantly lifts Russia and Belarus ban

Players from both nations will be required to sign ‘neutrality agreements’ to play at the Grand Slam tennis tournament. Tennis players from Russia and Belarus...

Djokovic equals Grand Slam record with Australian Open title win

The Serb now has 22 majors to his name, level with Rafael Nadal on the men’s all-time list. Novak Djokovic won a record-equaling 22nd Grand...

Watch: Dominant Djokovic eases through to Australian Open final

The Serbian star remains on course for a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title. History beckons once again for Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic after he...

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