Nick Kyrgios wants tennis stars to raise funds for bushfires, will donate $200 for every ace he hits
5 years ago

Nick Kyrgios wants tennis stars to raise funds for bushfires, will donate $200 for every ace he hits

ABC  

Tennis Australia says plans are in place to support those affected by the country's bushfires after star Nick Kyrgios's proposal for a charity exhibition match to raise funds ahead of this month's Australian Open gained rapid support. Key points: Nick Kyrgios will donate $200 for every ace he hits this summer to raise funds for bushfire-hit communities Kyrgios says it's been hard to see the "hazardous" smoke blanketing his home town of Canberra Lleyton Hewitt says Australian Open has the platform to provide significant support to communities The world number 30 posted his idea to Twitter late on Wednesday, and by Thursday afternoon the concept was gathering pace. The deadly fires continue to burn across large parts of the country and Tennis Australia chief executive and Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said Tennis Australia "wanted to help these communities in a meaningful way". Australian ATP Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt said the Australian Open's status as one of the country's biggest events meant they had a platform to provide significant support.

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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 …

Nick Kyrgios set to return to tennis in Brisbane next month with plans for 2025 Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios set to return to tennis in Brisbane next month with plans for 2025 Australian Open

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Nick Kyrgios says he will make a return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International beginning Dec. 29 after playing only one ATP Tour match in more than two years. Also stating his intentions to play in the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne, Kyrgios said he’s planning to compete in the World Tennis League exhibition event in …

Nick Kyrgios announces tennis return at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios announces tennis return at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open

ABC  

Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he will make his long-awaited return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International after playing only one tour match in more than two years. Kyrgios opens up on tennis comeback plans Photo shows Nick Kyrgios looks up Nick Kyrgios says he "could come back now and beat 50 per cent of players" if he wanted to, …

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Australian Open – ‘I need a little more time’
1 year, 1 month ago

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Australian Open – ‘I need a little more time’

The Independent  

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Prize money at 2023 Australian Open reaches all-time high
2 years ago

Prize money at 2023 Australian Open reaches all-time high

The Hindu  

Pay rises are in store for players at January’s Australian Open with organisers on Thursday announcing a 3.4 per cent boost in the total purse to a record Australian $76.5 million. Tournament director Craig Tiley said the total prize pool for the Australian summer of tennis, which includes Grand Slam warm-up events like the United Cup, would exceed Australian $100 …

Australian Open leaves $71 million hole in Tennis Australia accounts
3 years, 1 month ago

Australian Open leaves $71 million hole in Tennis Australia accounts

The Hindu  

Tennis Australia sustained a net loss of more than A$100 million in the 15 months around this year's delayed and COVID-19 affected Australian Open, the body's 2020-21 annual report showed. The accounts showed Tennis Australia recorded a net loss of A$100.02 million from July 30, 2020 to September 30 this year. READ: Tennis Australia's cash reserves of A$80 million were …

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 …

Nick Kyrgios out of Aus ATP Cup team as world ranking slips - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Nick Kyrgios out of Aus ATP Cup team as world ranking slips - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios has paid the price for a year of inaction over COVID-19 concerns after he was ruled out of Australia’s team for next month’s ATP Cup after his world ranking slipped to No. The ATP Cup will be held from February 1-5 in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open, the year’s first Grand Slam, and the event will feature …

Tennis Australia exhausts 'rainy day' fund to make the 2021 Australian Open COVID-safe
4 years ago

Tennis Australia exhausts 'rainy day' fund to make the 2021 Australian Open COVID-safe

ABC  

Tennis Australia is preparing to spend at least double its original budget to stage this summer's Australian Open in Melbourne, with strict biosecurity protocols greatly adding to the cost of the event. Key points: A COVID-safe 2021 Australian Open will go ahead in February Tennis Australia has doubled the event's budget to more than $60 million The organisation has exhausted …

Australian Open officials have to be careful going into debt to attract tennis superstars
4 years, 1 month ago

Australian Open officials have to be careful going into debt to attract tennis superstars

ABC  

In the fully vaccinated future, we will no doubt look back on the time of COVID-19 as a period of personal and communal sacrifice. Having gained the necessary quarantine concessions from the Victorian Government, Tennis Australia will not ask the world's best tennis players to make the kind of sacrifices other athletes have endured to keep their sport continuing. Tennis …

Tennis Australia to stage pro series at closed stadiums
4 years, 6 months ago

Tennis Australia to stage pro series at closed stadiums

The Hindu  

Tennis Australia will give local professionals a chance to earn income while global tours remain suspended amid the coronavirus pandemic when the UTR Pro Tennis Series starts in Sydney on Saturday, TA CEO Craig Tiley said on Wednesday. Players will compete for A$450,000 in the series, with matches taking place at closed stadiums and under strict biosecurity protocols in Sydney, …

Simona Halep donates USD 20,000 to Australia bushfire relief fund
4 years, 11 months ago

Simona Halep donates USD 20,000 to Australia bushfire relief fund

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Romanian tennis player Simona Halep has donated USD 20,000 to Australia bushfire relief fund after the completion of the Australian Open on Saturday. Halep took to Twitter and wrote on Sunday, "Happy to announce that I have donated a total of $20,000 to the bushfire relief fund. American Sofia Kenin clinched the women's singles title of the Australian …

Australian Open: Zverev to donate prize money to bushfire relief
4 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Zverev to donate prize money to bushfire relief

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev says he will donate the full $2.83 million Australian Open winner's prize fund to bushfire relief if he goes all the way to win the tournament. Speaking after his 6-4, 7-6, 6-3 first-round win over Marco Cecchinato, the German pledged to donate $10,000 for every match he wins in Melbourne and "every cent" of the winner's cheque if …

'Perspective' change for Nick Kyrgios after bushfire crisis
4 years, 11 months ago

'Perspective' change for Nick Kyrgios after bushfire crisis

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios on Tuesday said Australia’s bushfire disaster had given him perspective and focus, making him realise there were more important things than getting mad on a tennis court. It’s probably because of everything going on.” McEnroe praise Kyrgios and Sonego were locked at 2-2 in the first set before the Australian claimed a first break and then motored through …

Bushfire crisis cools Kyrgios\' notorious temper
4 years, 11 months ago

Bushfire crisis cools Kyrgios\' notorious temper

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Australian tennis firebrand Kyrgios said Tuesday that his country's bushfire disaster ha made him realise there are more important things than getting mad on a tennis court. Kyrgios said ahead of the tournament he was finding it hard to concentrate on his home Grand Slam after the emotions sparked by the fires that have devastated huge tracts of Australia. …

Rafael Nadal breezes through Australian Open first round
4 years, 11 months ago

Rafael Nadal breezes through Australian Open first round

CNN  

CNN — World No. 1 Rafa Nadal got his Australian Open campaign off to a winning start as he cruised past Bolivian Hugo Dellien 6-2 6-3 6-0. Cameron Spencer/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images The 33-year-old has the chance to equal Roger Federer’s record of 20 grand slams at the Australian Open, but admits he doesn’t mind what number he ends his …

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal donate for Australian bushfire relief
4 years, 11 months ago

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal donate for Australian bushfire relief

The Hindu  

Tennis superstars Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal jointly donated AUS$250,000 for Australian bushfire relief at a charity fundraiser in a smoggy Melbourne on Wednesday. The two tennis legends, with 39 Grand Slam singles titles between them, were at the Rod Laver Arena in a bid to swell the vast sums already donated to help victims of the devastating disaster. They …

ITF, Grand Slams pledge $400,000 to Australian bushfire relief
4 years, 11 months ago

ITF, Grand Slams pledge $400,000 to Australian bushfire relief

The Hindu  

As bushfires continue to rage in Australia, the International Tennis Federation and three grand slams have pledged a combined $400,000 to the relief effort. "The worldwide tennis community has come together in support of all those affected by the bushfires across many parts of Australia," said ITF president David Haggerty. READ | "This donation will support the Red Cross teams …

The ITF and Grand Slams donate more than £300,000 to the Australian Bushfire relief efforts
4 years, 11 months ago

The ITF and Grand Slams donate more than £300,000 to the Australian Bushfire relief efforts

Daily Mail  

The International Tennis Federation, Wimbledon, and the US and French Opens have donated more than £300,000 to the Australian Bushfire relief efforts. 'The worldwide tennis community has come together in support of all those affected by the bushfires across many parts of Australia,' said ITF president David Haggerty in a statement. 'This donation will support the Red Cross teams who …

Will bushfires affect Australian Open tennis?
4 years, 11 months ago

Will bushfires affect Australian Open tennis?

The Hindu  

This month’s Australian Open tennis Grand Slam will take place during a bushfire crisis that has left at least 26 people dead and destroyed more than 2,000 homes. Melbourne hasn’t been as badly affected by pollution as Sydney or Canberra, but thick haze last week prompted speculation that the Australian Open could be delayed. “It’s still an open question just …

Serena donates signed dress to Australian bushfire appeal
4 years, 11 months ago

Serena donates signed dress to Australian bushfire appeal

The Hindu  

A signed dress worn by Serena Williams at her first tournament of the year is being auctioned off to raise funds for firefighters tackling Australia’s unprecedented bushfire emergency. It’s literally devastating for me and I’m sure a lot of other people feel the same way.” Her outfit, listed as “a bespoke Nike dress made specifically for Serena”, was worn by …

Australian bushfire: Hamilton pledges $500,000 to charity
4 years, 11 months ago

Australian bushfire: Hamilton pledges $500,000 to charity

The Hindu  

Lewis Hamilton has pledged to donate $500,000 to support wildlife rescue charities and Australian fire services as the country's bushfire crisis continues. Sportsmen and women from across the globe have already offered their support in an attempt to assist those affected, with Australia cricket great Shane Warne auctioning off his baggy green cap, while Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Roger …

Australian fires: Celebrity, business and sportspeople donations hit great height for charity and bushfire relief
5 years ago

Australian fires: Celebrity, business and sportspeople donations hit great height for charity and bushfire relief

ABC  

The Australian bushfires have caused devastation across the nation due to both their ferocity and sheer scale but they've also brought out the best in people around the world, with many digging deep to help those affected. Donations for bushfire relief are approaching the $200 million mark after mining magnate Andrew Forrest announced he was tipping in $70 million in …

Federer, Nadal and Serena to raise funds for Australia bushfire relief work
5 years ago

Federer, Nadal and Serena to raise funds for Australia bushfire relief work

India TV News  

In a bid to raise money for the bushfire relief fund in Australia, star tennis players like Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal will feature in an exhibition match on January 15, five days before the start of the Australian Open. "For a period of about two and a half hours we're going to be showcasing the game, but …

Roger Federer, Serena Williams headline Australian bushfire charity match
5 years ago

Roger Federer, Serena Williams headline Australian bushfire charity match

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Superstars Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal will headline an exhibition match ahead of the Australian Open to raise money for bushfire relief, organisers said on Wednesday. Tennis Australia last week announced a fundraising exhibition match at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena -- centre court at the Australian Open -- for January 15, the week before the opening Grand …

Federer, Nadal, Serena to play bushfire charity match
5 years ago

Federer, Nadal, Serena to play bushfire charity match

The Hindu  

Superstars Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal will headline an exhibition match ahead of the Australian Open to raise money for bushfire relief, organisers said Wednesday. Tennis Australia last week announced a fundraising exhibition match at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena⁠—centre court at the Australian Open⁠—for January 15, the week before the opening Grand Slam of the year. “For a …

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, …

Smoke delays unlikely at Australian Open: Organisers
5 years ago

Smoke delays unlikely at Australian Open: Organisers

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 the stops to protect the health and safety of players. “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 …

Australian Open could consider delayed start due to bushfire smoke in Melbourne, says Novak Djokovic
5 years ago

Australian Open could consider delayed start due to bushfire smoke in Melbourne, says Novak Djokovic

ABC  

World number two Novak Djokovic has called for Australian Open organisers to consider delaying the year's opening grand slam event if smoke haze from the bushfire emergency threatens players' health. Key points: Novak Djokovic says his team has spoken to Tennis Australia and is monitoring air quality in both Melbourne and Sydney Djokovic has experienced poor air quality in tournaments …

Australia Bushfires: Warne, Djokovic join fundraising efforts
5 years ago

Australia Bushfires: Warne, Djokovic join fundraising efforts

The Hindu  

The raging bushfires, a merciless indication of the consequences of climate change, have crippled Australia. https://t.co/fkq6zVuAR1pic.twitter.com/44mBvGOGN6 — cricket.com.au January 2, 2020 Spin legend Shane Warne also decided to auction his Baggy Green cap to raise funds for the victims. — ATPCup January 2, 2020 World No.1 Ashleigh Barty announced that she would donate her entire prize money earned at the …

Brisbane International 2020: Ash Barty pledges to donate winnings from event to relief effort for victims of Australian bushfires
5 years ago

Brisbane International 2020: Ash Barty pledges to donate winnings from event to relief effort for victims of Australian bushfires

Firstpost  

Ash Barty was flying home across Australia following the Fed Cup final when she saw the early signs of devastation from the wildfires that are still raging in large parts of the vast island continent. Brisbane: Ash Barty was flying home across Australia following the Fed Cup final when she saw the early signs of devastation from the wildfires that …

Australian Open 2020: Novak Djokovic says wildfires could cause organisers to delay first Grand Slam of season
5 years ago

Australian Open 2020: Novak Djokovic says wildfires could cause organisers to delay first Grand Slam of season

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has voiced concerns about the impact of the devastating wildfires in Australia on tennis’ season-opening major, saying organisers may have to consider delaying the tournament if conditions around Melbourne deteriorate. Brisbane: Novak Djokovic has voiced concerns about the impact of the devastating wildfires in Australia on tennis’ season-opening major, saying organisers may have to consider delaying the tournament …

Wildfires could cause problems for Australian Open: Novak Djokovic
5 years ago

Wildfires could cause problems for Australian Open: Novak Djokovic

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic has voiced concerns about the impact of the devastating wildfires in Australia on tennis’ season-opening major, saying organizers may have to consider delaying the tournament if conditions around Melbourne deteriorate. Djokovic opened his season with a 7-6, 7-6 win for Serbia over South Africa's Kevin Anderson at the ATP Cup in Brisbane on Saturday night and said his …

Nick Kyrgios, Sam Stosur, Chris Lynn, Glenn Maxwell and other athletes to aid wildfire victims in Australia
5 years ago

Nick Kyrgios, Sam Stosur, Chris Lynn, Glenn Maxwell and other athletes to aid wildfire victims in Australia

Firstpost  

A host of tennis and cricket stars led by Nick Kyrgios and Chris Lynn have pledged support for victims of bushfires raging around Australia, donating money for every ace or six they hit. #servingupsomehelp https://t.co/eIwIH0xTXT — John Millman January 2, 2020 For every ACE I serve over the Aussie summer I’ll donate $200 to the bushfire relief to help raise …

Tennis Australia to hold charity match for bushfire victims
5 years ago

Tennis Australia to hold charity match for bushfire victims

The Hindu  

A tennis exhibition event will be held in Melbourne on January 15 in a bid to raise funds for bushfire relief efforts. Tennis Australia said participating players for the AO Rally for Relief, to be played at Rod Laver Arena in the lead up to the Australian Open, would be revealed in the coming days. Tennis rallies together with 'Aces …

Aces and sixes: Tennis and cricket stars get behind Australia bushfire relief
5 years ago

Aces and sixes: Tennis and cricket stars get behind Australia bushfire relief

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Tennis and cricket stars spearheaded by Nick Kyrgios and Chris Lynn on Friday pledged support for victims of bushfires raging around Australia, donating cash for every ace or six they hit. I'll be donating $200 per ace that I hit across all the events I play this summer,” tweeted the 24-year-old, who was handed a 16-week suspended ban in …

Nick Kyrgios to donate $200 per serve for bushfire victims
5 years ago

Nick Kyrgios to donate $200 per serve for bushfire victims

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios has pledged to donate $200 for every ace he serves during the Australian summer for those affected by devastating bushfires in his homeland. I'll be donating $200 per ace that I hit across all the events I play this summer." #MoreToCome#StayTuned — Nicholas Kyrgios January 2, 2020 Kyrgios' compatriots Alex de Minaur and John Millman responded by vowing …

Kyrgios pledges $200 for every ace he hits this season to victims of bushfires
5 years ago

Kyrgios pledges $200 for every ace he hits this season to victims of bushfires

Daily Mail  

Nick Kyrgios has pledged $200 for every ace he hits this season to victims of the ongoing Australia bushfires. Nick Kyrgios has pledged to donate $200 for every ace he hits this season to victims of fires The disaster has stretched across the region of New South Wales as lives and homes are lost Tourists and residents have been told …

Tennis fundraisers to help Australia fire victims
5 years ago

Tennis fundraisers to help Australia fire victims

The Hindu  

Australia’s tennis chief announced a series of fundraisers for victims of raging bushfires on Thursday after an appeal from Nick Kyrgios. Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley responded by saying fundraisers would be held during tournaments including the Australian Open and the ATP Cup team event, telling fans to “stay tuned” for details. “For weeks we’ve been watching the devastation caused …

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