Australian Open 2025: Zverev defends Djokovic after crowd jeers 10-time champion for semifinal retirement
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev defends Djokovic after crowd jeers 10-time champion for semifinal retirement

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev defended Novak Djokovic for pulling out of their Australian Open semifinal with injury Friday, after the 24-time Grand Slam champion was booed by some spectators as he left court. READ | Novak Djokovic still targeting Grand Slam wins after Melbourne setback “So, I think we should stop blaming Novak. “I think we should all just respect that in a way because there’s nobody in this sport’s history who has won and who has done as much as him.” Djokovic’s pain was Zverev’s gain with the 27-year-old handed the chance to again win a maiden Grand Slam after being runner-up at the US Open in 2020 and at Roland Garros last year. Life goes on.” Zverev will face either world number one Sinner or American 21st seed Ben Shelton in Sunday’s final and said he was not worried about playing just one set in preparation.

Grand Slam Melbourne Djokovic Novak Zverev  open  think  defends  crowd  champion  australian  tournament  tear  retirement  won  slam  djokovic  zverev  number  semifinal  grand  set  playing  jeers  world

History of this topic

'Don't see Novak Djokovic winning another Grand Slam': Alarm bells sounded for Serb in ominous 'he's in decline' verdict
6 days, 7 hours ago

'Don't see Novak Djokovic winning another Grand Slam': Alarm bells sounded for Serb in ominous 'he's in decline' verdict

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic has been going through a tough phase in his career, with his last three defeats raising questions about his future in the sport. Although a hamstring injury forced him to take the call, it was rather unusual for the 24-time Grand Slam winner to suffer an opening-round exit in the next two consecutive tournaments. Novak Djokovic suffered a …

Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star
1 week, 2 days ago

Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, had a rare barren run recently as he failed to win a single Grand Slam in 2024 and has also been facing fitness issues recently, with a leg injury forcing him to retire hurt in the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-final of the 2025 Australian …

Fully fit Novak Djokovic handed shock Qatar Open exit by Matteo Berrettini
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Fully fit Novak Djokovic handed shock Qatar Open exit by Matteo Berrettini

India Today  

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic’s struggles in 2025 continued as he suffered a shocking defeat to Matteo Berrettini in the Round of 32 at the Qatar Open on February 18. Despite a hard-fought first set that ended in a tiebreaker, Berrettini dominated the second set to secure a 7-6, 6-2 victory over the World No.7. Djokovic had been expected to …

Novak Djokovic delivers update on his partnership with Andy Murray after the Brit worked as his coach during the Australian Open
1 month ago

Novak Djokovic delivers update on his partnership with Andy Murray after the Brit worked as his coach during the Australian Open

Daily Mail  

Now, he has revealed what the future holds for his partnership with Scot Murray The two tennis greats started working together in the build-up to event this year Novak Djokovic has confirmed Andy Murray will join his coaching team on an 'indefinite' basis, paving the way for Murray's first appearance at Wimbledon since retiring to be in his former rival's …

Qatar Open 2025: Djokovic projected to face Alcaraz in Doha semifinals, Sinner out after three-month doping ban
Trending News
1 month ago

Qatar Open 2025: Djokovic projected to face Alcaraz in Doha semifinals, Sinner out after three-month doping ban

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz could be up against Novak Djokovic in the semifinals of next week’s Qatar Open in Doha, as per the draw released on Saturday. 3 Alcaraz became the top seed after top-ranked Jannik Sinner was ruled out with a three-month doping ban. 🍓 A Wimbledon final rematch between Djokovic & Berrettini 🗽 US Open champs meet with Alcaraz vs …

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray reportedly make decision on future partnership
1 month, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray reportedly make decision on future partnership

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have reportedly decided to continue their coaching partnership at least till Wimbledon 2025. Murray had joined Djokovic as his coach for the Australian Open 2025 and while there’s no official confirmation on the extension, The Times has reported that the duo is set to continue working together unless there’s a breakdown in the ongoing talks. …

Fit-again Novak Djokovic ready for Qatar Open comeback in February, eyes 100th title
1 month, 1 week ago

Fit-again Novak Djokovic ready for Qatar Open comeback in February, eyes 100th title

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has confirmed that he has fully recovered from the injury that forced him to retire midway through the Australian Open semi-final earlier this year. Djokovic withdrew from a high-stakes semi-final against Alexander Zverev at the 2025 Australian Open, just days after defeating Carlos Alcaraz. Having missed the Rotterdam Open, an ATP 500 event, and …

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open

Firstpost  

Djokovic, who has been a polarising figure in the sport in past and had been involved in a feud with broadcasters Channel Nine during the year’s first Grand Slam in Melbourne Park, was then subjected to boos and jeers as he retired hurt after the first set. American tennis legend Jimmy Connors has come out in support of Novak Djokovic …

Rafael Nadal rises in ATP rankings despite retiring from tennis two months back
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal rises in ATP rankings despite retiring from tennis two months back

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal moved two places up in the ATP rankings after an updated list was released on Monday following the end of the 2025 Australian Open, despite having retired from professional tennis. Spain's Rafael Nadal The last time Nadal was on the court was in November, during Spain's Davis Cup match against the Netherlands. Despite not having played a single …

Australian Open 2025 Review: Zverev no match for Sinner, Keys dethrones Sabalenka
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025 Review: Zverev no match for Sinner, Keys dethrones Sabalenka

The Hindu  

On the court, Jannik Sinner is both the proverbial irresistible force and the immovable object. As Mark Petchey, the Tennis Channel analyst, said: “You feel like you hit an offensive shot to Sinner’s backhand corner, and it comes back with interest on it.” His mastery of the extreme open-stance two-hander — almost doing the splits while maintaining perfect balance — …

Why tennis fans love to hate Novak Djokovic despite his immense success on the court?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why tennis fans love to hate Novak Djokovic despite his immense success on the court?

Firstpost  

Despite a remarkable tennis career so far, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has faced his fair share of controversies, which have led to some fans hating him. Novak Djokovic is undoubtedly one of the greatest players in tennis, along with the other two members of the ‘Big Three’ Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Djokovic recently withdrew from his Australian …

Novak Djokovic to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park, but Australian Open boss' call divides tennis world
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park, but Australian Open boss' call divides tennis world

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic is all set to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park as Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising the Serb in statue form. Novak Djokovic statute gets green signal at Melbourne Park Tiley revealed that the call to have a statue of Djokovic is part of a brand new ‘tennis legends’ attraction, …

Alexander Zverev FINALLY gets a win over Jannik Sinner, but world No 1 warns that he is nowhere close to his peak
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev FINALLY gets a win over Jannik Sinner, but world No 1 warns that he is nowhere close to his peak

Daily Mail  

German tennis star Alexander Zverev might have been lasted out of the Australian Open final in straight sets, but at least he has a sense of humour about it. Australian Open finalists Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner were seated together on their trip home to Europe Zverev posted this cheeky message to Instagram after losing the Australian Open final to …

Australian Open: Djokovic climbs in rankings, lucky loser gains big after dream run
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: Djokovic climbs in rankings, lucky loser gains big after dream run

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has climbed one place up to No.6 in the latest ATP rankings. Germany’s Eva Lys, who advanced to the Round of 16 in the hard court major, made her debut in the top 100 of the WTA rankings. Paula Badosa returns to top 10 Spain’s Paula Badosa made her return to the top 10 …

Dominant Jannik Sinner wins Australian Open again as Alexander Zverev ‘not good enough’ - live
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dominant Jannik Sinner wins Australian Open again as Alexander Zverev ‘not good enough’ - live

The Independent  

✕ Close Novak Djokovic breaks silence after retiring from Australian Open Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev to win the Australian Open for the second year in a row, as the World No 1 added a third grand slam singles title with a 6-3 7-6 6-3 victory to deny the German his first major. Sinner, 23, produced a dominant display to …

Australian Open director Craig Tiley confident Djokovic will return in 2026
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open director Craig Tiley confident Djokovic will return in 2026

The Hindu  

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said he is confident Novak Djokovic will return to the season-opening Grand Slam next year after injury ended the 37-year-old’s latest challenge in the semifinals at Melbourne Park. “We’ll see Novak back and I look forward to catching up with him in the next couple of weeks.” Djokovic took aim at his critics the …

Djokovic backs Zverev after heartbreaking Australian Open final: 'You have it in you'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic backs Zverev after heartbreaking Australian Open final: 'You have it in you'

Firstpost  

After a heartbreaking loss for Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open 2025 final, Novak Djokovic extended his support to the German, encouraging the star tennis player to persevere despite the loss. Alexander Zverev’s third campaign for a first Grand Slam title ended in a disappointing heartbreak as he went down in straight sets to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open …

ATP Rankings: Medvedev slips, Paul makes Top 10 debut as Sinner stays on top after Australian Open 2025 title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

ATP Rankings: Medvedev slips, Paul makes Top 10 debut as Sinner stays on top after Australian Open 2025 title

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner continued to occupy the No. 1 spot in the latest ATP Rankings released on Monday after winning his second straight Australian Open title. READ | Double Australian Open champion Sinner wants to match hardcourt successes on grass and clay USA’s Tommy Paul, who lost to Zverev in the quarterfinals, jumped two spots to make his Top 10 debut. …

Australian Open boss calls for Novak Djokovic statue, but fans are divided after the shocking treatment Serbian champion received down under
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open boss calls for Novak Djokovic statue, but fans are divided after the shocking treatment Serbian champion received down under

Daily Mail  

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley wants a giant Novak Djokovic statue built at Melbourne Park despite the Serbian star being booed off the court in his likely final appearance at the grand slam. While Australia has been a happy hunting ground with 10 of his 24 grand slam victories coming at Melbourne Park, Djokovic has clashed with Australian fans, officials …

Australian Open quick hits: Zverev's missing racquet and Keys's beach day
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open quick hits: Zverev's missing racquet and Keys's beach day

ABC  

Alexander Zverev's racquet goes missing, Jannik Sinner is unbreakable and the best point of the Australian Open. For evidence of Sinner's dominance over Zverev in their final, look no further than the fact he did not face a single break point on his serve. Zverev, one of the best servers on tour, impressively fought off eight break points, but converting …

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues

India Today  

Novak Djokovic shared the medical report of his injured leg just a day before the 2025 Australian Open final. The 24-time Grand Slam champion made public an MRI scan of his injury to silence those who doubted whether his body had truly let him down during the season's first Grand Slam tournament. As the painkillers kicked in, some found it …

Today in Sports - N. Djokovic becomes 1st man in Open Era to win 3 straight Australian Open titles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - N. Djokovic becomes 1st man in Open Era to win 3 straight Australian Open titles

Associated Press  

Jan. 27 1937 — Tris Speaker and Cy Young are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. 2001 — Jennifer Capriati upsets three-time winner Martina Hingis 6-4, 6-3 to win the Australian Open and her first Grand Slam tournament title. 2008 — Novak Djokovic fends off unseeded Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 in the Australian Open final, earning …

Jannik Sinner in ‘different universe’ as Alexander Zverev accepts brutal reality
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner in ‘different universe’ as Alexander Zverev accepts brutal reality

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 23-year-old …

Australian Open 2025: Zverev compares Sinner to ‘prime Djokovic’ after defeat
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev compares Sinner to ‘prime Djokovic’ after defeat

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev said that Jannik Sinner is as good as Novak Djokovic at his peak and on “a different universe” after the German was well beaten in Sunday’s Australian Open final. READ | List of Australian Open men’s singles champions in Open era: Jannik Sinner wins 2025 edition, becomes 11th man to retain title “He’s very, very similar to Novak …

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev loses a third Grand Slam final, this time to Jannik Sinner
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev loses a third Grand Slam final, this time to Jannik Sinner

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Alexander Zverev described himself as “quite down” and “quite emotional” after once again coming within one win of earning his first Grand Slam title. And unlike his first two defeats in major finals — both of which he led, and both of which went five sets — Zverev did not come close to reaching the finish line …

Australian Open 2025: Names of runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Names of runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony

The Hindu  

Moments after Alexander Zverev’s loss in the Australian Open final Sunday, a person in the stadium yelled out the names of two of the tennis star’s ex-girlfriends who have accused him of physical abuse in the past, saying “Australia believes” them. As Zverev stood at a microphone waiting to speak during the trophy ceremony, a voice repeated the phrase three …

Names of Australian Open runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Names of Australian Open runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Moments after Alexander Zverev’s loss in the Australian Open final Sunday, a person in the stadium yelled out the names of two of the tennis star’s ex-girlfriends who have accused him of physical abuse in the past, saying “Australia believes” them. As Zverev stood at a microphone waiting to speak during the trophy ceremony, a voice repeated …

Australian Open tennis Championship 2025 men’s final: Jannik Sinner wins his second straight Australian Open title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open tennis Championship 2025 men’s final: Jannik Sinner wins his second straight Australian Open title

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner claimed his second consecutive Australian Open championship on Sunday, never facing a single break point and using his complete game to outplay and frustrate Alexander Zverev for a 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 victory in the final. It was late in the second set, which Zverev was two points from owning when he led 5-4 and got to love-30 on …

Australian Open 2025: Sinner beats Zverev, wins second title in a row in Melbourne
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Sinner beats Zverev, wins second title in a row in Melbourne

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner retained his Australian Open title with an emphatic 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 win over Alexander Zverev on Sunday, breaking new ground for Italian tennis and leaving his German rival smarting after a third Grand Slam final defeat. World number one Sinner became Italy’s first player to win three Grand Slam crowns, moving past Nicola Pietrangeli, who won back-to-back men’s …

Australian Open final: Defending champion Jannik Sinner takes 2-set lead
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open final: Defending champion Jannik Sinner takes 2-set lead

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Jannik Sinner is potentially one set from clinching back-to-back Australian Open titles after taking a 6-3, 7-6 lead in the final at the year’s first major. Sinner broke Zverev's serve in the eighth game Sunday and then served out the first set, closing with an ace. The top-seeded Sinner is a 23-year-old from Italy who is aiming to become …

Novak Djokovic slams injury ‘experts’ by posting his MRI scan: 'Thought I’d leave this here'
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic slams injury ‘experts’ by posting his MRI scan: 'Thought I’d leave this here'

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has hit back at fans questioning the severity of his injury during the Australian Open 2025 semi-finals. Novak Djokovic shared scan image of his injury to counter fans who jeered him at Australian Open 2025. Image: AP Novak Djokovic has hit out at the injury ‘experts’ by posting the MRI scan of his injured left hamstring on social …

Sinner vs Zverev, Australian Open 2025 Final Highlights: Sinner beats Zverev in straight sets, clinches third Grand Slam title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sinner vs Zverev, Australian Open 2025 Final Highlights: Sinner beats Zverev in straight sets, clinches third Grand Slam title

The Hindu  

January 26, 2025 17:07 Presentation ceremony Presentation ceremony is underway as Sinner consoles Zverev. Zverev - “To be honest, I don’t want to be here, next to this trophy and not be able to lift it.” “I’d like to thank my team. I am not just not good enough.” Zverev congratulates Sinner - “Nobody deserves it more than you.” Zverev …

Top five Australian Open men’s finals: Nadal-Federer showdowns, and a Djokovic masterclass
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Top five Australian Open men’s finals: Nadal-Federer showdowns, and a Djokovic masterclass

The Hindu  

When Jannik Sinner takes on Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open final, it will be the first time since Novak Djokovic defeated Rafael Nadal in 2019 that the top two seeds in the men’s singles will contest the final at Melbourne Park. Rafael Nadal vs Daniil Medvedev, 2022 - 2-6, 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 Daniil Medvedev holds the unfortunate record …

Jannik Sinner beats Alexander Zverev in 3 sets for his second Australian Open title in a row
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner beats Alexander Zverev in 3 sets for his second Australian Open title in a row

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — There’s all sorts of ways beyond merely the score to measure just how dominant Jannik Sinner was while outplaying and frustrating Alexander Zverev during the 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 victory Sunday that earned the 23-year-old Italian a second consecutive Australian Open championship. Jannik Sinner of Italy, right, and Alexander Zverev of Germany walk past each other during the …

Australian Open 2025: Why Jannik Sinner-Alexander Zverev men's singles final is a highly-controversial affair
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Why Jannik Sinner-Alexander Zverev men's singles final is a highly-controversial affair

Firstpost  

The 2025 Australian Open has reached its business end with defending champion Jannik Sinner taking on Alexander Zverev in a battle of ATP’s top-two at the Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. The 2025 Australian Open has reached its business end with just one final battle left to take place – the men’s singles final between defending champion Jannik Sinner and …

The style and substance that will decide the Australian Open men's final
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The style and substance that will decide the Australian Open men's final

ABC  

After 15 days of action at Melbourne Park everything comes down to the way it was seeded. For the first time since 2019 the top two seeds are set to face off in the men's singles final at the first grand slam of the year. It's worth noting that Zverev is four years older than Sinner, and all of those …

Djokovic shares his scan for 'sports injury experts' after being booed at following withdrawal from AO semis
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic shares his scan for 'sports injury experts' after being booed at following withdrawal from AO semis

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic cleared the picture once and for all regarding his hamstring injury, he played through the Australian Open quarter-final and semi-finals and eventually had to retire in the latter against Alexander Zverev. "Thought I’d leave this here for all the sports injury “experts” out there," Djokovic wrote on X while sharing the picture which suggested a tear in his …

Zverev snaps back at heckler after past controversies resurface in Australian Open
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Zverev snaps back at heckler after past controversies resurface in Australian Open

India Today  

Germany's Alexander Zverev found himself in a murky situation on Sunday, 26th January at the Rod Laver Arena. After losing to Jannik Sinner in the final of the Australian Open 2024, Zverev's post-match speech was interrupted by a woman in the crowd. The allegations of domestic abuse against Zverev surfaced in 2023 when a German district court accused him of …

Spectator interrupts Alexander Zverev during Australian Open speech. Here's why
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Spectator interrupts Alexander Zverev during Australian Open speech. Here's why

India Today  

Alexander Zverev’s Australian Open final defeat to Jannik Sinner not only crushed his dream of a maiden Grand Slam title but also took an unexpected and controversial turn during the on-court presentation. Someone is screaming at Alexander Zverev as he’s trying to give his runner up speech after losing to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open final. pic.twitter.com/5zv6rJYyQL — The …

AUS Open: Jannik Sinner responds to Alexander Zverev's Novak Djokovic comparison
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AUS Open: Jannik Sinner responds to Alexander Zverev's Novak Djokovic comparison

India Today  

Jannik Sinner responded to Alexander Zverev's ultimate compliment as he compared the Australian Open 2025 champion to Novak Djokovic after their final on Sunday, January 26. Sinner claimed his second Australian Open on the bounce with a dominant performance against Zverev, beating him in straight sets with a scoreline of 6-3, 7-6, 6-3. “He’s very, very similar to Novak when …

Graceful Zverev accepts defeat in Australian Open final: I wasn't good enough
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Graceful Zverev accepts defeat in Australian Open final: I wasn't good enough

India Today  

Alexander Zverev gracefully accepted defeat and admitted that he wasn’t “good enough” in the final of the Australian Open 2025. On Sunday, January 26, World No.1 Jannik Sinner beat Zverev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in the summit clash at the Rod Laver Arena to defend his crown at Melbourne Park. pic.twitter.com/8lUokiScZ7 — José Morgado January 26, 2025 Back in 2020, Zverev …

Keep believing: Djokovic motivates heartbroken Zverev after Australian Open final
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Keep believing: Djokovic motivates heartbroken Zverev after Australian Open final

India Today  

Novak Djokovic had words of motivation for Alexander Zverev, who failed to win his maiden Grand Slam. Zverev fell short in the Australian Open final where Jannik Sinner defeated him 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 at the Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open 2025 men's singles final Highlights Congratulating Sinner, Djokovic wrote, “Auguri”, which roughly means 'all the best', or 'best wishes', or …

Boris Becker clarifies stance on Novak Djokovic injury: Never questioned intensity
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Boris Becker clarifies stance on Novak Djokovic injury: Never questioned intensity

India Today  

Former German tennis star and former World No. 1 Boris Becker clarified that he never questioned the severity of Novak Djokovic's injury that forced him to retire during the semi-final clash against Alexander Zverev at this year’s Australian Open. Becker, who coached Djokovic for three years, addressed reports suggesting he had cast doubt on the Serbian’s injury sustained during his …

Australian Open quick hits: Sabalenka 'hates' her team as Keys makes good
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open quick hits: Sabalenka 'hates' her team as Keys makes good

ABC  

Madison Keys exorcises some grand slam demons as a rare underdog making good in Melbourne, while Aryna Sabalenka comes to terms with losing at the Australian Open. The moment Keys's backhand winner ripped past to deny Sabalenka a third straight Australian Open crown, the Belarusian looked up at her box and she delivered some home truths. A rare underdog story …

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner defends his title, comfortably defeating Alexander Zverev in men’s final
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner defends his title, comfortably defeating Alexander Zverev in men’s final

CNN  

CNN — World No. 1 Jannik Sinner defended his Australian Open title on Sunday, comfortably defeating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in the men’s final to secure his third career grand slam win. Now, the 23-year-old is the first Italian player to win three grand slam titles – two at the Australian Open and one at the US Open – …

Jannik Sinner eyes back-to-back Australian Open titles against Zverev
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner eyes back-to-back Australian Open titles against Zverev

The Hindu  

Defending champion Jannik Sinner will look to seal back-to-back Australian Open titles and deny second seed Alexander Zverev a maiden Grand Slam crown in the men's final on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Sinner looking to join Djokovic and Federer A year after overhauling Daniil Medvedev in five sets in the 2024 final, Jannik Sinner will be favourite to win Sunday's …

Unfulfilled talent Zverev on brink of Grand Slam breakthrough
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Unfulfilled talent Zverev on brink of Grand Slam breakthrough

New Indian Express  

MELBOURNE: Alexander Zverev has been trying for a decade to win a Grand Slam and has overcome an array of challenges to put himself on the brink of a breakthrough at the Australian Open. "For me, my family is everything and I owe them a lot for helping me to become the tennis player that I am today," the 27-year-old, …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic shuts down doubters with 'injury proof'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic shuts down doubters with 'injury proof'

India Today  

Injured Novak Djokovic hit out at his doubters on Saturday, January 25, by posting a photo of his hamstring tear. The 10-time Australian Open champion was heavily booed after he withdrew from the semi-final following a loss in the first set against Alexander Zverev. Djokovic had given an injury scare to his fans in the quarter-final as well after he …

Australian Open men’s final: Can Alexander Zverev topple defending champion Jannik Sinner for first grand slam title?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open men’s final: Can Alexander Zverev topple defending champion Jannik Sinner for first grand slam title?

CNN  

CNN — Facing Jannik Sinner at a hard-court grand slam is currently perhaps the most daunting prospect in men’s tennis. Sinner, who won his maiden grand slam title in Melbourne last year, is enjoying a remarkable 20-game unbeaten run on all hard courts after beating American Ben Shelton in straight sets in Friday’s second semifinal. However, despite a stacked résumé …

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. As Zverev …

Discover Related