Smoke delays unlikely during Australian Open: Tennis Australia chief
5 years ago

Smoke delays unlikely during Australian Open: Tennis Australia chief

The Hindu  

Smoke from bushfires is unlikely to delay the Australian Open tennis Grand Slam, organisers said on Tuesday, insisting they have pulled out all stops to protect the health and safety of players. But Tennis Australia chief Craig Tiley said he did not see this as likely. “All the information we have at the moment, with qualifying coming up next week, is that the forecast is good, we don’t expect any delays and we’ve implemented additional measures to ensure the Australian Open will be able to run as scheduled. “There will be meteorological and air quality experts on site to analyse all available live data and assess in real-time the air quality at Melbourne Park, and we always work closely with our medical personnel and other local experts.” Melbourne Park has three roofed stadiums and eight other indoor courts, the chances of major delays appear minimal.

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Australian Open 2025: There really isn’t much time off in the offseason for tennis players
1 day, 1 hour ago

Australian Open 2025: There really isn’t much time off in the offseason for tennis players

Associated Press  

If it seems as though the 2025 professional tennis year started pretty much immediately right after 2024 ended, that’s because that’s exactly what happens in a sport where the offseason really does not leave players much time to be “off.” Actually, for tennis, 2025 began while the calendar still read 2024. “It was really helpful to disconnect a little bit.” …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne
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1 day, 10 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne

The Hindu  

The blazing fire of the golden era of men’s tennis has been reduced to dying embers without Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal but Novak Djokovic can send one last flame shooting into the Melbourne sky at this year’s Australian Open. “These are kind of the matches and challenges that I still strive for, to be in a position to play …

Why are they playing tennis matches until nearly 4 a.m. at the Australian Open?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Why are they playing tennis matches until nearly 4 a.m. at the Australian Open?

Associated Press  

A smile creased Daniil Medvedev’s face as he walked to the net in Rod Laver Arena at 3:39 a.m., finally a winner in the Australian Open’s second round after five sets spread across nearly 4 1/2 hours in the third-latest finish in Grand Slam history. If he were one of the spectators in the nearly empty stands, and a match …

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist, backs schedule change in Melbourne
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist, backs schedule change in Melbourne

India Today  

Novak Djokovic downplayed concerns about a right wrist injury ahead of his Australian Open title defense, saying on Saturday that he had dealt with more serious issues in his previous two successful campaigns. "I had time from the last match against De Minaur in the United Cup to my first match here to recover," Djokovic told reporters ahead of his …

Australian Open makes major schedule change after Andy Murray’s 4am finish
1 year, 3 months ago

Australian Open makes major schedule change after Andy Murray’s 4am finish

The Independent  

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The Australian Open will start on Sunday and last 15 days; The hope is to reduce late nights.
1 year, 3 months ago

The Australian Open will start on Sunday and last 15 days; The hope is to reduce late nights.

The Hindu  

The Australian Open will begin on a Sunday next year, expanding the Grand Slam tennis tournament to a 15-day event for the first time, with the intention of decreasing the likelihood of late-night finishes. When you start the night matches late, and have conditions like that, these things are going to happen.” RELATED | China Open: Alcaraz, Medvedev through to …

The Australian Open will start on Sunday and last 15 days. The hope is to reduce late nights.
1 year, 3 months ago

The Australian Open will start on Sunday and last 15 days. The hope is to reduce late nights.

Associated Press  

The Australian Open will begin on a Sunday next year, expanding the Grand Slam tennis tournament to a 15-day event for the first time, with the intention of decreasing the likelihood of late-night finishes. When you start the night matches late, and have conditions like that, these things are going to happen.” “Tennis after dark” has become something of a …

Australian Open 2023 suspended for three hours due to extreme heat
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023 suspended for three hours due to extreme heat

The Independent  

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Australian Open 2023: Novak Djokovic targets No. 22 as holder Rafael Nadal looks to overcome shaky start
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Novak Djokovic targets No. 22 as holder Rafael Nadal looks to overcome shaky start

India Today  

Plenty has changed since the last time Novak Djokovic was in Melbourne. Djokovic will look to win a record-extending 10th title at Melbourne Park and emulate Rafael Nadal as the only second player to win a Grand Slam 10 times in the Open Era. Djokovic will also tie Nadal with 22 Grand Slams, the most in men's singles if he …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic chases the dream of 22 Grand Slams
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic chases the dream of 22 Grand Slams

Live Mint  

A year ago, Novak Djokovic’s very public claim that he was heading to the 2022 Australian Open, despite being unvaccinated against Covid-19, on the basis of a medical exemption, was the first domino to fall. The men who could Djokovic wanting to right the perceived wrongs of last year may be the dominating narrative, but he is also eying Rafael …

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley slams calls to move tournament date
2 years ago

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley slams calls to move tournament date

ABC  

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley has dismissed suggestions the event should be moved to another date, while conceding the international tennis season is too long. Key points: Tiley says the Australian Open will not be moved from its January window He does believe the international tennis season needs to be reviewed Tiley expects Australian Open crowds to welcome back …

Novak Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is set to miss the Indian Wells and Miami Open ATP 1000 events this year if he remains unvaccinated against COVID-19 after United States authorities said non-nationals will need to have taken their shots to enter the country. Indian Wells runs from March 6-19 and the Miami Open from March 20-April 2 and Djokovic risks missing the two …

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic awaiting word on Australian Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic awaiting word on Australian Open

Associated Press  

LONDON — Novak Djokovic is still awaiting word on whether he will be allowed to return to the Australian Open in January after missing the tournament this year because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19. “So I’m hoping I will get some positive news.” Djokovic is a 21-time Grand Slam singles champion — a total that stands second among men, …

Djokovic receives big Australian Open boost as development to affect Nadal hopes
2 years, 5 months ago

Djokovic receives big Australian Open boost as development to affect Nadal hopes

Hindustan Times  

Just a day after his stupendous Wimbledon haul, a fourth successive in a row, as he defeated Nick Kyrgios in the final on Centre Court, Novak Djokovic received a massive Australian Open boost, a news that could possibly dent Rafael Nadal's hopes. Djokovic was not allowed to play at the Australian Open earlier this year owing to his vaccination status …

'Hoping to Get Some Positive News': Novak Djokovic on US Open and Australian Open Participation
2 years, 5 months ago

'Hoping to Get Some Positive News': Novak Djokovic on US Open and Australian Open Participation

News 18  

The 21-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic “believes things will change" and he will be allowed to compete at next year’s Australian Open. Djokovic suffered a major blow earlier in the year, as he was not allowed to defend his title at the 2021 Australian Open since he was not vaccinated against Covid-19. “As things stand now, I cannot travel …

Djokovic plans 2023 Australian Open return - tournament chief Tiley
2 years, 11 months ago

Djokovic plans 2023 Australian Open return - tournament chief Tiley

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic intends to play the Australian Open in 2023, tournament chief Craig Tiley said on Sunday while blaming “miscommunication” for his deportation ahead of this year’s event. Tiley has kept a low profile since, but asked on Sunday whether the unvaccinated Serbian planned to return for the 2023 tournament despite the possibility that his visa could be revoked for …

Bad start: on Australian Open build-up
2 years, 11 months ago

Bad start: on Australian Open build-up

The Hindu  

In recent times, the season-opening Australian Open has been played against sobering backdrops. With Roger Federer also absent, the main drawcard is now Rafael Nadal, the only former Australian Open men’s singles champion in the fray. The Spaniard is locked with Federer and Djokovic on 20 Majors and can take sole possession of the record for most Grand Slam men’s …

Novak Djokovic's visa cancellation upheld by Australian federal court
2 years, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic's visa cancellation upheld by Australian federal court

The Hindu  

An Australian court upheld a government decision to cancel Novak Djokovic's visa on January 16, ending the unvaccinated tennis superstar's hopes of winning the Australian Open and racking up a record-breaking 21 men's Grand Slam titles. Chief Justice James Allsop said the Federal Court ruling was based on the lawfulness and legality of the minister's decision in the context of …

Australian Open crowds capped at 50 percent capacity due to COVID
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open crowds capped at 50 percent capacity due to COVID

The Hindu  

Crowds at the Australian Open tennis will be capped at 50 percent capacity under updated COVID-19 restrictions, the Victoria State government said on Thursday, as authorities battle a surge of cases in Melbourne. Face masks will also be mandatory for all patrons, except when eating or drinking, and there will be density limits of one person per two square metres …

Australian Open draw delayed as Djokovic visa decision awaited
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open draw delayed as Djokovic visa decision awaited

The Hindu  

The Australian Open tennis draw has been postponed until further notice, organisers said on Thursday, amid uncertainty about whether the government will cancel top seed Novak Djokovic's visa for a second time. Immigration Minister Alex Hawke is weighing exercising his discretionary powers to revoke Djokovic's visa which could scuttle his bid for a record 21st major tennis title at the …

TIMELINE: Novak Djokovic’s bid to compete at Australian Open
2 years, 11 months ago

TIMELINE: Novak Djokovic’s bid to compete at Australian Open

Associated Press  

Novak Djokovic’s bid to get around rules requiring players at the Australian Open to be vaccinated against COVID-19 is still in limbo. Dec. 8, 2021: Victoria state Deputy Premier James Merlino says medical exemptions for the vaccine policy would not be “a loophole for privileged tennis players” and would only be possible in “exceptional circumstances, if you have an acute …

Novak Djokovic Saga Has Been Damaging on All Fronts, Says ATP
2 years, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic Saga Has Been Damaging on All Fronts, Says ATP

The Quint  

The judge hearing the Serbian player's case ordered Djokovic be released and his passport and other travel documents returned to him, rekindling his chance to win a record 21st Grand Slam title at the upcoming Australian Open. Djokovic has not revealed his vaccination status and has stated that he has been granted medical exemption by Tennis Australia to compete in …

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic says he wants to play in Melbourne after visa victory
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic says he wants to play in Melbourne after visa victory

Firstpost  

The ruling overturned the cancellation of his visa on COVID-19 health grounds, and ending his detention, potentially clearing the way for his attempt on an unprecedented 21st Grand Slam singles title. Belgrade: Novak Djokovic on Monday said he hoped to still compete in the Australian Open while his mother said the decision to overturn his visa cancellation was the “biggest …

Three others at Australian Open have Djokovic exemption - source
3 years ago

Three others at Australian Open have Djokovic exemption - source

The Hindu  

At least three other participants in the Australian Open with the same medical exemption as Novak Djokovic are already in the country with more potentially arriving over the next week, a source told Reuters on Friday. Home Affairs Minister Karen Andrews has confirmed the Australian Border Force is assessing the credentials of two others who entered the country under the …

Australian Open 2022: 'Quite a bit to play out' in Novak Djokovic saga, says tournament boss Craig Tiley
3 years ago

Australian Open 2022: 'Quite a bit to play out' in Novak Djokovic saga, says tournament boss Craig Tiley

Firstpost  

Craig Tiley said whether Novak Djokovic will defend his Australian Open title or not will become clear “in the coming days”. Australian Open boss Craig Tiley said Sunday there was still “quite a bit to play out” on whether Novak Djokovic will defend his title in Melbourne, with a clearer picture “in the coming days”. “As far as the status …

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic 'trying' to make it to tournament, say teammates
3 years ago

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic 'trying' to make it to tournament, say teammates

Firstpost  

Djokovic could still play at the Australian Open, a Serbian teammate said Thursday, despite the world number one’s last-minute decision to pull out of the ATP Cup in Sydney. Sydney: Novak Djokovic could still play at the Australian Open, a Serbian teammate said Thursday, despite the world number one’s last-minute decision to pull out of the ATP Cup in Sydney. …

Serbian player not sure of Djokovic’s Australian Open plans
3 years ago

Serbian player not sure of Djokovic’s Australian Open plans

The Hindu  

Serbian tennis player Dusan Lajovic says he’s not sure whether Novak Djokovic will play the Australian Open and he and other team-mates don’t know the reason why Djokovic pulled out of the ATP Cup. Djokovic would be bidding for a men’s-record 21st Grand Slam title and a 10th Australian Open crown at Melbourne Park beginning January 17. We don’t know …

No ‘Big Three’ would be disaster for Australian Open - Kyrgios
3 years ago

No ‘Big Three’ would be disaster for Australian Open - Kyrgios

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios has urged Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to play at the Australian Open, saying on Wednesday it would be a “disaster” if the ‘Big Three’ were missing. The dominant ‘Big Three’ have won 20 Grand Slam titles each and Kyrgios said tennis still needs them, starting in Melbourne next month. “I honestly don’t know Novak’s current situation with …

Australian Open: Djokovic adds to suspense; AO organisers say there's a lot of confusion
3 years ago

Australian Open: Djokovic adds to suspense; AO organisers say there's a lot of confusion

India TV News  

Despite his name figuring in the main draw entry list for the 2022 Australian Open and the Serbian committing to playing in the ATP Cup in Sydney -- a lead-up tournament to the opening major of the year --, world No. Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley has rejected reports which suggest that a medical exemption could be granted to …

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic to make decision on participation 'very soon'
3 years, 1 month ago

Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic to make decision on participation 'very soon'

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic is still a doubt for January’s Australian Open after organisers insisted only fully-vaccinated players will be allowed into the country. Madrid: Novak Djokovic ended his rollercoaster season with a Davis Cup defeat on Friday and then promised to make a decision on his Australian Open participation “very soon”. The world number one, who captured three of the season’s …

Novak Djokovic won't want to risk missing Australian Open, says tournament chief Craig Tiley
3 years, 1 month ago

Novak Djokovic won't want to risk missing Australian Open, says tournament chief Craig Tiley

Firstpost  

All players heading to Australia for the opening major of the year in January must be vaccinated against Covid, casting doubt on whether the Serbian world number one will play. Sydney: Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic won’t want to risk missing out on winning a record 21st Grand Slam title, tournament chief Craig Tiley predicted Thursday as a bumper …

Novak Djokovic will have to be vaccinated to play the Australian Open, tournament chief Craig Tiley confirms
3 years, 1 month ago

Novak Djokovic will have to be vaccinated to play the Australian Open, tournament chief Craig Tiley confirms

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has refused to reveal if he has been inoculated. All players at the Australian Open must be vaccinated, tournament chief Craig Tiley confirmed Saturday, piling more pressure on world number one Novak Djokovic, who has refused to reveal if he has been inoculated. Tiley said the Serbian superstar, who would be gunning for a record 21st Grand Slam …

Djokovic will have to be vaccinated to play Australian Open
3 years, 1 month ago

Djokovic will have to be vaccinated to play Australian Open

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic, and all other players will have to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to compete in the Australia Open next January, tournament chief Craig Tiley said on Saturday. Djokovic has declined to disclose whether he is vaccinated and said that, he would wait until Tennis Australia revealed the health protocols before he made a decision about playing …

Players must be vaccinated for Australian Open - tournament chief
3 years, 1 month ago

Players must be vaccinated for Australian Open - tournament chief

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: All players at the Australian Open must be vaccinated, tournament chief Craig Tiley confirmed Saturday, piling more pressure on world number one Novak Djokovic, who has refused to reveal if he has been inoculated. Tiley said the Serbian superstar, who would be gunning for a record 21st Grand Slam singles title if he competes in Melbourne, "has said that …

Nick Kyrgios calls for cancellation of 2022 Australian Open, sympathises with unvaccinated Novak Djokovic
3 years, 1 month ago

Nick Kyrgios calls for cancellation of 2022 Australian Open, sympathises with unvaccinated Novak Djokovic

Firstpost  

The mercurial Australian said he believed January’s opening Grand Slam of the year should not go ahead out of respect for the struggles Melbourne, which hosts the tournament, has endured during the pandemic. Sydney: Nick Kyrgios on Tuesday called for the Australian Open to be cancelled, while unexpectedly showing sympathy to tennis world number one Novak Djokovic, who has refused …

Novak Djokovic adopts wait-and-see attitude on Australian Open COVID rules
3 years, 2 months ago

Novak Djokovic adopts wait-and-see attitude on Australian Open COVID rules

Firstpost  

There have been mixed messages over who will be allowed to play in the first Grand Slam of next year which runs from 17-30 January in Melbourne. The world number one added he would be making no further comment until then as he does not “want to be part of the story” revolving around assumptions or “what ifs.” There have …

Victorian Premier doubles down on stance against unvaccinated tennis players at Australian Open
3 years, 2 months ago

Victorian Premier doubles down on stance against unvaccinated tennis players at Australian Open

ABC  

Victoria's Premier says his state will not seek exemptions for unvaccinated tennis players to enter the country ahead of the Australian Open. Key points: The federal government says unvaccinated tennis players will be allowed into Australia, but states must request an exemption Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says his state will not facilitate entry for unvaccinated players It comes after more …

Australian Open warm-up event cancelled again over coronavirus uncertainty
3 years, 2 months ago

Australian Open warm-up event cancelled again over coronavirus uncertainty

Firstpost  

Kooyong president Adam Cossar said he was disappointed the event could not take place in January 2022 but hopes it will return in 2023. Melbourne: A major warm-up tournament for the Australian Open was cancelled on Tuesday, with organisers blaming uncertainty over Covid-19 rules players will face in Melbourne. Such a requirement would cast doubt on nine-time Australian Open champion …

Vaccination policy for Australian Open tennis stars 'not yet settled', despite what leaked email says
3 years, 2 months ago

Vaccination policy for Australian Open tennis stars 'not yet settled', despite what leaked email says

ABC  

Victorian Major Events Minister Martin Pakula says the vaccination requirements for tennis players this summer are "not settled yet" despite a leaked email suggesting unvaccinated players would be allowed to enter. Key points: The WTA asked players to keep information in an email private 'until the government makes an official announcement' Victoria's major events minister Martin Pakula said the Victorian …

Djokovic unsure over Australian Open involvement, won't reveal vaccine status
3 years, 2 months ago

Djokovic unsure over Australian Open involvement, won't reveal vaccine status

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic once again declined to reveal whether he has been vaccinated against COVID-19 and said he was unsure if he would defend his title at next year's Australian Open. READ: Unvaccinated players unlikely to get visa to play at Australian Open, says official Djokovic has won the season's opening Grand Slam a record nine times, including …

Tennis Australia planning to host Australian Open 2022 in Melbourne
3 years, 7 months ago

Tennis Australia planning to host Australian Open 2022 in Melbourne

India TV News  

Tennis Australia is planning to host the Australian Open in January next year in Melbourne. Tennis Australia, country's top tennis body, issued a statement in this regard on Monday after media reports said the tournament would be forced offshore due to federal government's prediction that international borders will stay closed until mid-2022. "Tennis Australia ran Australian Open 2021 successfully in …

Australian Open to reopen to crowds at Melbourne Park, after statewide coronavirus shutdown
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open to reopen to crowds at Melbourne Park, after statewide coronavirus shutdown

ABC  

Spectators will be allowed to attend the final four days of the Australian Open following confirmation the five-day Victorian state coronavirus lockdown will end at midnight. Key points: The Australian Open will have fans present at Melbourne Park to watch play on the last four days The Australian Open will have fans present at Melbourne Park to watch play on …

Australian Open 2021: Novak Djokovic dominates Jeremy Chardy again to reach 2nd round
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Novak Djokovic dominates Jeremy Chardy again to reach 2nd round

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic extended his streak of straight-set wins over Jeremy Chardy to 14 matches as he opened his Australian Open title defense with a 6-3, 6-1, 6-2 victory in the last match on the first-day program at Rod Laver Arena. The top-ranked Djokovic was never close to losing against the 33-year-old Chardy, maintaining a winning streak that dates back to …

Australian Open 2021: No. 2 Rafael Nadal to face Laslo Djere in 1st Round
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: No. 2 Rafael Nadal to face Laslo Djere in 1st Round

India TV News  

A quick look at the Australian Open: LOOKAHEAD TO TUESDAY Rafael Nadal starts his bid for a men’s record 21st major singles title with a first-round match against Laslo Djere on Rod Laver Arena. 2-ranked Nadal equaled Roger Federer’s mark of 20 by winning the French Open title last October, his 13th at Roland Garros. Other Grand Slam champions in …

Tennis Boss Says Australian Open Is 'One Of The Safest Places To Be'
3 years, 11 months ago

Tennis Boss Says Australian Open Is 'One Of The Safest Places To Be'

Huff Post  

For some countries around the world, having sports stadiums filled with tens of thousands of people during a pandemic is unfathomable at the moment. Darrian Traynor via Getty Images Spectators wear face masks as they arrive on day one of the 2021 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on February 08, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. Quinn Rooney via Getty Images Naomi …

Australian Open: How to watch, draw, TV and tournament schedule as Novak Djokovic gets tough draw
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: How to watch, draw, TV and tournament schedule as Novak Djokovic gets tough draw

Daily Mail  

After overcoming quite the scare, the Australian Open is finally set to start on Monday, February 8. Before we delve into the finer details of seeds, the draw and the tournament schedule, let's touch on how you can actually watch the Australian Open this year. Men's top 10 seeds Novak Djokovic Rafael Nadal Dominic Thiem Daniil Medvedev Stefanos Tsitsipas Alexander …

Australian Open warm-up events resume after day-long pause due to positive COVID-19 test in Melbourne
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open warm-up events resume after day-long pause due to positive COVID-19 test in Melbourne

ABC  

Just three days out from the start of the Australian Open, more than 100 players have emerged from isolation once again, with warm-up events resuming after a day-long halt to proceedings. Key points: Matches in the Melbourne Summer Series will resume today, subject to negative test results Players may have to play more than one match per day to finish …

Australian Open: Rafael Nadal says he's 'still not ready' as star reveals he'll sit out ATP Cup clash against Greece
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Rafael Nadal says he's 'still not ready' as star reveals he'll sit out ATP Cup clash against Greece

Firstpost  

The Australian Open gets underway on Monday with Nadal, the 2009 champion, looking to edge ahead of Roger Federer, who also has 20 Slam titles to his name. Melbourne: Rafael Nadal will again sit out the ATP Cup in Melbourne on Friday with a back injury which has cast a shadow over his hopes of a record-setting 21st Grand Slam …

Australian Open 2021: Organisers confident Grand Slam will start on Monday
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Organisers confident Grand Slam will start on Monday

Firstpost  

Melbourne: There were 160 players back in isolation because a hotel quarantine worker tested positive for COVID-19. Australian Open organisers weren’t deterred at all, vowing that the year’s first Grand Slam tournament would start as planned next Monday, with all the tuneup tournaments completed — somehow, tweaks are expected — between Friday and Sunday. The one-day shutdown was triggered — …

Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal praise quarantine measures before Australian Open
3 years, 11 months ago

Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal praise quarantine measures before Australian Open

The Hindu  

With a coronavirus-enforced quarantine coming to an end, the world's elite tennis players will go from two of the quietest weeks of their lives in Australia to three of the busiest. 2-ranked Nadal told CNN that international tennis players needed to maintain a “wider perspective on what's going on in the world,” although he sympathized with the 72 players who …

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