John Alexander says Australian Open a 'compromised event' despite 'Herculean effort' to get players here
3 years, 11 months ago

John Alexander says Australian Open a 'compromised event' despite 'Herculean effort' to get players here

ABC  

In the haste to keep the Australian Open as close to its January timeslot as possible better alternatives may have been overlooked, according to John Alexander, the former Australian Open doubles champion, now the federal Member for Bennelong. Key points: John Alexander said Tennis Australia was "too hasty" in its decision to stick to its schedule Alexander said northern hemisphere players would not get the time they needed to acclimatise Alexander said players criticising the quarantine requirements were "a tad spoilt" One suggestion put forward was to host back-to-back events in December 2021 and January 2022, making Australia the epicentre of world tennis for two months. "Had that option been taken — and it still might be forced on us if we can't get it up, starting on the 8th of February — that would've given much, much more time for us to come to terms with the COVID virus, much more time to make arrangements with players, it would have reduced the cost for setting up the various events because you'd be setting up for two events not just one," he told The Ticket. "A big part of preparing for the Australian Open, especially for a great majority of the players coming from the northern hemisphere winter and then having to acclimatise to our weather conditions of temperatures in the mid-30s and 40s, it sometimes takes more than one week intense practice and training under those conditions, it's more like a two-week exercise and the players in lockdown aren't having that opportunity." "One of the great things of travel is that it's said to broaden your mind, and you've got players coming from all around the world and they're hypercritical," Alexander said.

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Sinner, Djokovic in opposite halves at the Australian Open, Sabalenka vs Stephens in 1st round
10 hours, 25 minutes ago

Sinner, Djokovic in opposite halves at the Australian Open, Sabalenka vs Stephens in 1st round

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic have landed in opposite sides of the draw for the season’s first major, ruling out a replay of last year’s semifinal match. Sinner upset Djokovic in the semifinals here last year before coming back to beat Daniil Medvedev in the final 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 …

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.” …

Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis in doubt ahead of the Australian Open
1 day, 10 hours ago

Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis in doubt ahead of the Australian Open

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios’ planned return to Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open is in doubt after he sustained an abdominal injury and was forced to withdraw from an exhibition with Novak Djokovic this week. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist, sidelined with wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open, said in an Instagram post-Wednesday that an ultrasound scan had revealed …

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 …

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open
1 day, 12 hours ago

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Nick Kyrgios faces another injury setback in his planned return to Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open after an abdominal strain forced him to withdraw from an exhibition with Novak Djokovic this week. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist, sidelined with wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open, said in an Instagram post Wednesday that an …

Watch: Coach Andy Murray joins Novak Djokovic in Australian Open training
2 days, 15 hours ago

Watch: Coach Andy Murray joins Novak Djokovic in Australian Open training

India Today  

Tennis greats Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have officially begun their partnership ahead of the Australian Open. Murray, who retired last year from professional tennis, has joined Djokovic's team as coach for the Australian leg of the 2025 season. Andy Murray was observed discussing tactics with Novak Djokovic during a training session at the Margaret Court Arena, the main court …

Australian Open chief provides update on Nick Kyrgios fitness and possible return
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open chief provides update on Nick Kyrgios fitness and possible return

The Independent  

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As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action
4 months, 1 week ago

As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action

ABC  

Chris O'Connell has revealed the secret recipe to Australia's quiet tennis revolution as he plots to serve up one of the great US Open boilovers in New York. The 30-year-old is among four Australian men in the third round at Flushing Meadows for the first time since 1997, joining ring leader Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin and summer hitting partner …

US Open player compensation rises to a record $75 million, with singles champs getting $3.6 million
5 months ago

US Open player compensation rises to a record $75 million, with singles champs getting $3.6 million

Associated Press  

Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic and other players at the U.S. Open will be playing for a record total of $75 million in compensation at the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament, a rise of about 15% from a year ago. The women’s and men’s singles champions will each receive $3.6 million, the U.S. Tennis Association announced Wednesday. The total compensation, …

Why an Aussie tennis great believes Alex de Minaur can go deep at the French Open - 'his mindset is as good as anybody'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Why an Aussie tennis great believes Alex de Minaur can go deep at the French Open - 'his mindset is as good as anybody'

Daily Mail  

Australian tennis great Todd Woodbridge believes Alex de Minaur can make his way deep into the second week of the French Open, which starts in Paris on Sunday night AEST. Seeded 11th, de Minaur, 25, has never progressed beyond the second round at Roland Garros - but will fancy his chances against American teenager Alex Michelsen in the first round. …

Australian Open: Medvedev philosophical about another Grand Slam final loss
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Medvedev philosophical about another Grand Slam final loss

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev was philosophical about his loss to Jannik Sinner in Sunday’s Australian Open final, rationalising that at least he had made it to the title-decider and not crashed out in an earlier round. But you have to try to find positives, and the positive is, well, the final is better than the semi-final and quarters.” The 2021 U.S. Open …

Australian Open 2024 | Jannik Sinner ends Novak Djokovic Grand Slam history bid
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 | Jannik Sinner ends Novak Djokovic Grand Slam history bid

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner ended Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title on January 26, snapping the Serb’s astonishing 33-match winning run at Melbourne Park to reach his first major final. I just tried to be ready for the next set, which I started off really well.” Sinner, 22, said he felt he had learned from defeat to Djokovic …

Australian Open matches have been getting longer — and changes in the game and technology are largely to blame
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open matches have been getting longer — and changes in the game and technology are largely to blame

ABC  

Most sports live and die by the clock. The Australian Open has seen increasingly longer matches over the past few years despite incremental changes designed to shorten the length of matches and the operating hours of Melbourne Park. Each extra shot in a rally takes around a second or two — with the marginal increase in rally length coming nowhere …

Unforgettable moments of the Australian Open — from epic rivalries to our home-soil heroes
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Unforgettable moments of the Australian Open — from epic rivalries to our home-soil heroes

ABC  

The tennis is world-class, and the players' endurance mind-blowing, but when it comes to the Australian Open, let's face it — it's not just about the sport. Australia's Open panel: Pat Cash — 1987 Wimbledon champion 1987 Wimbledon champion Rennae Stubbs — Former world number one doubles champion Former world number one doubles champion Tracey Holmes — Veteran sports journalist …

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic emulates Roger Federer, Rohan Bopanna-Mathew Ebden advances
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic emulates Roger Federer, Rohan Bopanna-Mathew Ebden advances

India Today  

Novak Djokovic needed just 2 hours and 28 minutes to overcome his third-round opponent Tomas Etcheverry 6-3, 6-3, 7-6 at the Australian Open 2024 on Friday, January 19. Novak Djokovic emulated Roger Federer after reaching the fourth round of the Australian Open 2024. 36+ - In the last 45 years, only two players have reached the Fourth Round at the …

Australian Open day five: Cameron Norrie is the last Briton standing
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open day five: Cameron Norrie is the last Briton standing

The Independent  

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Australian Open 2024, Day 4 Order of Play: Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, Stefanos Tsitsipas to take centrestage
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024, Day 4 Order of Play: Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, Stefanos Tsitsipas to take centrestage

India Today  

Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Ons Jabeur are the big players who will be on show on Day 4 of the Australian Open 2024. Australian Open 2024, Day 3, Live Updates Djokovic, who recently won his 90th win at Melbourne Park with his win in the first round, is set to lock horns with Alexi Popyrin. Coco Gauff …

Australian Open 2024 stars including Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu try to speak in an Aussie accent - and there's one local saying that has them stumped
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 stars including Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu try to speak in an Aussie accent - and there's one local saying that has them stumped

Daily Mail  

Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu took part in the inescapable rite of passage for any star visiting Australia this week, with the tennis players asked to give their best Aussie accents. Of the handful of stars that took part in the challenge hosted by The Tennis Channel, former US Open champion Raducanu fared the best, giving a solid 'G'day mate' …

Australian Open 2024: Alexander Zverev marches ahead, Carlos Alcaraz beats Gasquet to reach second round
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Alexander Zverev marches ahead, Carlos Alcaraz beats Gasquet to reach second round

India Today  

Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev and World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz won their respective opening match at the Australian Open to reach the second round of men's singles on Tuesday. Zverev came from behind to beat compatriot Dominik Koepfer 4-6, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, while Alcaraz registered a straight-sets victory over Richard Gasquet in the first round. Australian Open 2024, Day 3 …

Australian Open 2024: Rested Swiatek, Alcaraz eye maiden titles
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Rested Swiatek, Alcaraz eye maiden titles

The Hindu  

World number one Iga Swiatek and two-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz are primed and ready to resume their quests for a maiden Australian Open title on Tuesday after taking the time to recharge their batteries during the off-season. READ | Australian Open 2024: Osaka falls at first hurdle to Garcia on Grand Slam return “I realised that sometimes I …

Dane Sweeny shared an Airbnb before his Australian Open debut, such is the cost of being a pro tennis player
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dane Sweeny shared an Airbnb before his Australian Open debut, such is the cost of being a pro tennis player

ABC  

It might be a modest day's pay for the likes of Novak Djokovic, but a cheque worth $120,000 will go a long way for Dane Sweeny. "Tennis is a pretty expensive sport, so I have to try to make those dollars last as long as I can," said Sweeny, who qualified for the main draw. "My dad actually had to …

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 2024, Day 1 Order of Play: Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka to begin campaign against qualifiers
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024, Day 1 Order of Play: Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka to begin campaign against qualifiers

India Today  

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic are set to be in action on Day 1 of the Australian Open 2024 on Sunday, January 14. In the morning session at Rod Laver Arena, Jannik Sinner will be facing Botic van de Zandschulp, followed by the match between Nao Hibino and Maria Sakkari. Barbora Krejcikova, Andrey Rublev, Frances Tiafoe, 2021 US Open runners-up …

The Australian Open and what to know: Earlier start. Netflix curse? Osaka's back. Nadal's not
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The Australian Open and what to know: Earlier start. Netflix curse? Osaka's back. Nadal's not

The Independent  

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Australian Open 2024: The singles champions are Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: The singles champions are Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Jannik Sinner’s first Grand Slam title with a comeback from two sets down to beat Daniil Medvedev completed the first 15-day Australian Open on the third Sunday of the tournament. GET CAUGHT UP What to read about the Australian Open: — Jannik Sinner comes back from two sets down to take the Australian Open final from Daniil …

Watch: Novak Djokovic praises Steve Smith’s shot in a friendly tennis match
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic praises Steve Smith’s shot in a friendly tennis match

Firstpost  

One of the modern greats and former Australia skipper Steve Smith showcased his tennis skills during a friendly match against Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park. Smith even enthralled fans and Djokovic as well after successfully returning one of the Serbian legend’s serves on the centre court. From the sounds of it the selectors are open to trying things out,” the …

Cricket at Australian Open 2024: Steve Smith, Novak Djokovic turn centre court into cricket pitch
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Cricket at Australian Open 2024: Steve Smith, Novak Djokovic turn centre court into cricket pitch

India TV News  

Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena turned into a cricket pitch when the current world no.1 Tennis ace Novak Djokovic took the cricket bat and the star Australian batter Steve Smith donned a tennis racquet on Thursday, January 11. Steve Smith returned the Serbian's serve to stun the tennis ace and the crowd and then the 24-time Grand Slam winner delivered a …

Australian Open: The grand slam tennis tournament that shines a light on the nation, both good and bad
1 year ago

Australian Open: The grand slam tennis tournament that shines a light on the nation, both good and bad

ABC  

For two weeks every summer, Australia is the centre of the sporting universe. In Australia's Open, an ABC TV documentary airing tonight, Tennis Australia chief executive Craig Tiley says the Open allows Australia to be "showcased in every country in the world". "I think the Australian crowds in the last 10 years have got a little out of control," former …

Australian Open Prize Money Hits Record High
1 year ago

Australian Open Prize Money Hits Record High

News 18  

Players at January’s Australian Open will be competing for a record prize pool with organisers Friday announcing a 13 percent boost in the total purse to Aus$86.5 million. The winners of the men’s and women’s titles at the first Grand Slam of the year will both take home Aus$3.150 million, with players beaten in earlier rounds, and qualifying, faring better …

Australian Open becomes more rewarding with whopping $10 million increase in prize money
1 year ago

Australian Open becomes more rewarding with whopping $10 million increase in prize money

India TV News  

The first Grand Slam of the year, Australian Open, has become more rewarding for players as the tournament organisers have announced a 13% increase in the total prize money up for grabs. Tournament director of the Australian Open, Craig Tiley, informed about the announcement and also pinpointed the major increases in the qualifying and the early rounds of of the …

New elite tennis tour reportedly under consideration, involving Australian Open and other top events
1 year ago

New elite tennis tour reportedly under consideration, involving Australian Open and other top events

ABC  

Two Australian tennis veterans say there are potential benefits for players if reports of a new elite tour come to fruition, amid concerns about the risk of a LIV-style alternative series. Key points: Media reports suggest a plan for a new premium tennis tour could be presented as soon as next month's Australian Open The new tour would be backed …

Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki set to return to 2024 Australian Open
1 year, 2 months ago

Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki set to return to 2024 Australian Open

The Hindu  

Three former Australian Open champions — Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki and Angelique Kerber — are set to return to Melbourne Park in January following maternity leave, joined by 2022 winner Rafael Nadal and hometown favourite Nick Kyrgios. Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley told the tournament launch on October 11 that Nadal and Kyrgios are expected to return from major …

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 …

What’s behind the grandeur of the Australian Open?
1 year, 10 months ago

What’s behind the grandeur of the Australian Open?

The Hindu  

For a tennis fan, being a first-timer at the year’s first Grand Slam tennis event, the Australian Open, obviously is an experience to remember. “I make it a point to attend the entire Australian Open each year,” revealed Rod Laver when this writer met him at the special invitees dinner at the Rod Laver Arena during the Open. The O …

Australian Open: A perfect 10 for Novak Djokovic
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: A perfect 10 for Novak Djokovic

The Hindu  

“He’s the greatest that’s ever held a tennis racquet.” — Stefanos Tsitsipas, after losing to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final Tears of ecstasy, relief, and gratitude flowed from Novak Djokovic in the most memorable victory celebration of a Grand Slam title in history. “He has to play the perfect match to be in the match late.” Note P-Mac …

Australian Open 2023: Novak Djokovic Claims 10th Melbourne Crown With Win Over Stefanos Tsitsipas
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Novak Djokovic Claims 10th Melbourne Crown With Win Over Stefanos Tsitsipas

News 18  

Novak Djokovic was simply too good at the most crucial moments and claimed his 10th Australian Open championship and 22nd Grand Slam title overall by beating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6, 7-6 in the final at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night. His 22 major championships — which include seven from Wimbledon, three from the U.S. Open and two from the …

Australian Open 2023: ‘Greek Warrior’ Stefanos Tsitsipas Battles His Way Into Final
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: ‘Greek Warrior’ Stefanos Tsitsipas Battles His Way Into Final

News 18  

Stefanos Tsitsipas gives a vibe of Greek warriors that you see in movies – battling, struggling, huffing, puffing, yelling and if it were possible, bloodied. Mark Philippoussis, former Australian professional tennis player and now part of Tsitsipas’ team, believes the Greek has become more mature. “He’s done well in the past here and he’s got that respect from the crowd, …

Australian Open 2023: ‘Greek warrior’ Stefanos Tsitsipas battles his way into final
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: ‘Greek warrior’ Stefanos Tsitsipas battles his way into final

Firstpost  

Stefanos Tsitsipas had been to the semi-finals four times but never been able to cross the last-four hurdle up until a warm, sunny evening on Day 12 of the 2023 Australian Open. The 24-year-old got the better of Karen Khachanov 7-6, 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 to book a place in the final where he will face nine-time Australian Open champion Novak …

Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year's Australian Open after being deported from the country last year and having to play his matches with an injured hamstring after suffering the problem in Adelaide. "I always try to give my best, particularly in Grand Slams, because at this stage of my career those are …

AO 2023: Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge
1 year, 11 months ago

AO 2023: Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year’s Australian Open after being deported from the country last year and having to play his matches with an injured hamstring after suffering the problem in Adelaide. “I always try to give my best, particularly in Grand Slams, because at this stage of my career those are …

'His days are numbered…': Boris Becker's bold retirement statement after Rafael Nadal's shock Australian Open exit
1 year, 11 months ago

'His days are numbered…': Boris Becker's bold retirement statement after Rafael Nadal's shock Australian Open exit

Hindustan Times  

Spain's Rafael Nadal suffered a shock exit from the Australian Open 2023 after getting defeated 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 to USA's Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the tournament on Wednesday. Rafael Nadal of Spain waves as he leaves Rod Laver Arena following his second round loss to Mackenzie McDonald of the U.S. at the Australian Open tennis championship in …

Australian Open 2023, Day 4: Andy Murray scripts sensational comeback on day of major upsets
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023, Day 4: Andy Murray scripts sensational comeback on day of major upsets

India Today  

Injury-hampered Novak Djokovic moved into the third round of the Australian Open on Thursday as the path to a 22nd Grand Slam title opened up for him with the premature exit of second seed Casper Ruud. ANDY MURRAY MAGIC Andy Murray, who Djokovic has beaten in four Australian Open finals, remains in the hunt after coming through a late-night epic …

Australian Open offers reminders that sports reflect society
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open offers reminders that sports reflect society

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic is back at the Australian Open, which is newsworthy, yes, mainly because of the reason he was not in the tournament a year ago: He is not vaccinated against COVID-19. “And it does direct and force you to make decisions that maybe you traditionally wouldn’t want to do.” More than a year ago, Simon declared …

Australian Open Day 2: A look at all the big moments from Day 2 of the Australian Open 2023
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open Day 2: A look at all the big moments from Day 2 of the Australian Open 2023

India TV News  

Image Source : Getty 1/6 Australian Open Day 2: A look at all the big moments from Day 2 of the Australian Open 2023 Image Source : Getty 2/6 Andy Murray has wound back the clock and avoided a brutal 18-year low, winning a five-set epic over reigning Australian Open semi-finalist Matteo Berrettini. Image Source : Getty 3/6 The 2020 …

Australian Open 2023: Nadal beats injured Draper to reach Round 2
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Nadal beats injured Draper to reach Round 2

The Hindu  

Defending champion Rafa Nadal dropped a set but prevailed in a battle of fitness against rising talent Jack Draper to reach the second round of the Australian Open on Monday with an unconvincing 7-5, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 win. Typical thing when you are not in a winning mood.” It was a far cry from Nadal’s last match at centre court …

Five storylines ahead of the Australian Open 2023 - Djokovic’s return, Nadal’s defence to Swiatek’s opportunity
1 year, 11 months ago

Five storylines ahead of the Australian Open 2023 - Djokovic’s return, Nadal’s defence to Swiatek’s opportunity

The Hindu  

The 2023 edition of the Australian Open, first Grand Slam of the year, is scheduled to be held from January 16 to 29 in Melbourne. Men’s Draw: Here are five men to watch when the first Grand Slam of the year begins on Monday: Novak Djokovic of Serbia poses for a selfie with fans after the Arena Showdown charity match …

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 …

Nadal in rut, Djokovic on roll as Australian Open approaches
1 year, 11 months ago

Nadal in rut, Djokovic on roll as Australian Open approaches

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic own the two largest collections of Grand Slam trophies in the history of men’s tennis. Nadal, of course, is the defending champion at Melbourne Park — thanks to a comeback from two sets down in last year’s final, which he called “one of the most emotional victories of my tennis career” — …

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