Australian Open 2020: 'Makes my blood boil,' players angry as qualifying continues despite hazardous air quality in Melbourne
4 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2020: 'Makes my blood boil,' players angry as qualifying continues despite hazardous air quality in Melbourne

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Australia has been battling its worst bushfire season on record, with fires burning for months killing 29 people, and destroying more than 2,500 homes while razing bushland across an area the size of Bulgaria. He called an email from ATP and Australian Open organisers, defending the decision to go ahead with qualifying, “a slap in the face.” “We can’t let this slide. Where is the protection for players, both male and female?” Slovenia’s Dalila Jakupovic was forced to retire while playing her match after a distressing coughing fit, saying she was “really scared that I would collapse”. pic.twitter.com/WAJv6TzTjW — ESPN Australia & NZ January 14, 2020 Other players suffered too, with world number 234 Broady claiming “multiple” players needed asthma medication, despite never having suffered from the ailment before. — mandy minella January 14, 2020 Four-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters, on the comeback trail to tour, believes it is impossible to ignore air quality issues heading into next week’s Australian Open and urged organisers to make player health a top priority.

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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 …

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 …

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 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: Unvaccinated Djokovic back, year later
1 year, 11 months ago

AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: Unvaccinated Djokovic back, year later

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Novak Djokovic had just wrapped …

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Australian Open spectators were warned on Wednesday that they risk being ejected if they target nine-time champion Novak Djokovic. Read: Djokovic feels ’the love’ on Australia return, holds no grudges Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley told the Herald Sun newspaper that any fans looking to taunt Djokovic would not be tolerated. “I have an expectation that people will …

Australian Open 2022: Organisers under pressure over 'optional' Covid tests
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Organisers under pressure over 'optional' Covid tests

Firstpost  

Tennis Australia, which organises the Australian Open, says players only need to test if they have Covid symptoms. Melbourne: The Australian Open was under growing pressure Thursday to make Covid tests mandatory after leading players openly questioned the seemingly lax policy and the Grand Slam got its first positive case. Men’s third seed Alexander Zverev said in response that players …

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 …

Australian Open 2022: Verdict soon in Djokovic's deportation appeal
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Verdict soon in Djokovic's deportation appeal

India TV News  

Highlights Prosecution said that Djokovic's “presence in Australia was seen to pose an overwhelming risk”. Novalk’s lawyers argued there's no evidence that his presence may foster anti-vaccination sentiment The top-ranked male tennis player needs to win the appeal to defend his Australian Open title A verdict is expected later on Sunday in tennis star Novak Djokovic's appeal against a deportation …

Australian Open more important than any player: Rafael Nadal on Novak Djokovic
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open more important than any player: Rafael Nadal on Novak Djokovic

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal took a swipe at rival Novak Djokovic on Saturday as the world number one fights deportation from Australia, saying: "The Australian Open is much more important than any player." Ahead of the start of the first Grand Slam on Monday, Nadal told reporters at Melbourne Park: "Australian Open will be a great Australian Open with or without him." …

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: Why has Novak Djokovic's vaccination 'exemption' snowballed into a controversy?
3 years ago

Australian Open 2022: Why has Novak Djokovic's vaccination 'exemption' snowballed into a controversy?

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic sparked fury after he confirmed his presence at the event Down Under despite rules mandating that all players be vaccinated against COVID-19 After weeks of suspense over the participation of Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open, scheduled to begin on 17 January, we finally have clarity on the World No 1’s presence at the first Grand Slam of …

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. …

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 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 …

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 …

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 …

Melbourne to witness full houses for Boxing Day Ashes Test, 2022 Australian Open after easing of restrictions
3 years, 1 month ago

Melbourne to witness full houses for Boxing Day Ashes Test, 2022 Australian Open after easing of restrictions

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Victoria Premier Dan Andrews said that the state was about to hit 90 percent vaccination, allowing long-standing restrictions to be swept aside, including capacity limits on sporting events. Melbourne: Australia’s Boxing Day Test against arch rivals England and next year’s Australian Open tennis will be played before a full house, Melbourne authorities said Thursday as they removed more pandemic restrictions. …

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 …

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 …

Australian Open fans criticized for booing Covid-19 vaccine announcement
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open fans criticized for booing Covid-19 vaccine announcement

CNN  

CNN — Australia’s government has condemned the “disgusting” behavior of spectators at the Australian Open tennis tournament Sunday, after sections of the crowd loudly booed a speech praising the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine. On Monday, Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack described the behavior of Australian Open spectators as “disgusting,” according to Seven News, saying the vaccine was going …

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: Melbourne lockdown leaves tennis fans fuming and frustrated
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Melbourne lockdown leaves tennis fans fuming and frustrated

Firstpost  

The tournament will continue despite the mini-outbreak and lockdown, albeit without any crowds. Just as larger crowds began to trickle back into Melbourne Park after a few quiet days, Melburnians’ worst fear came true as the state government announced a “circuit breaker” five-day lockdown for the entire state, effective from midnight tonight. For context, residents of Melbourne will face an …

Australian Open 2021 to continue without fans, players to compete in biosecure bubble as Melbourne goes into lockdown
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021 to continue without fans, players to compete in biosecure bubble as Melbourne goes into lockdown

Firstpost  

Premier Daniel Andrews of Victoria state, which includes Melbourne, said the tennis venue would be considered a “workplace” that can continue to function with limited staff. Melbourne: The Australian Open was thrown into chaos Friday after Melbourne was ordered into a snap five-day lockdown, with fans banned and players to compete in a biosecure “bubble”. State Premier Daniel Andrews said …

Australian Open 2021: Nadal advances to third round, beats Mmoh in straight sets
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Nadal advances to third round, beats Mmoh in straight sets

India TV News  

Rafael Nadal shrugged off some heckling from a spectator before beating American qualifier Michael Mmoh 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in the second round of the Australian Open. Nadal was serving for the second set at 5-4 when a woman yelled out and made hand gestures as he prepared to serve. The 20-time major champion completed the match against the 177th-ranked Mmoh …

Australian Open - talking points: Top seeds feel effects of hard quarantine
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open - talking points: Top seeds feel effects of hard quarantine

Daily Mail  

Day three of the Australian Open brought the first big name casualties as Bianca Andreescu, Stan Wawrinka and Petra Kvitova crashed out. Stan Wawrinka was the first high profile men's casualty, losing to Marton Fucsovics Once Andreescu, who ended the match on a doubt fault, had departed Rod Laver Arena, however, Hsieh took to the limelight. Later came the first …

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 2021: Rafael Nadal says back ‘little more stiff than usual’ ahead of first-round match
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Rafael Nadal says back ‘little more stiff than usual’ ahead of first-round match

Firstpost  

Nadal has been hitting the practice courts at Melbourne Park in a desperate bid to be fit and firing for the Australian Open, which starts Monday Melbourne: Rafael Nadal admitted Sunday he had been “suffering” for 15 days with a sore back and could not guarantee he’ll play the Australian Open, with the injury threatening to derail his bid for …

Australian Open 2021: After weeks of quarantine drama and Covid setbacks, tennis tournament kicks off
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: After weeks of quarantine drama and Covid setbacks, tennis tournament kicks off

CNN  

Melbourne, Australia CNN — Thousands of tennis fans descended on Melbourne Park to watch stars including Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams kick off the Australian Open on Monday, after a three-week postponement and high drama over the quarantine of players. “It’s quite phenomenal it’s actually happening” said Australia’s Pat Cash, a two-time runner-up in the Australian Open men’s singles, who …

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 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 — …

Australian Open lead-up events thrown into chaos after hotel worker tests positive for COVID-19
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open lead-up events thrown into chaos after hotel worker tests positive for COVID-19

ABC  

Thursday's matches at Australian Open warm-up events in Melbourne Park have been cancelled after a hotel quarantine worker tested positive to COVID-19. Key points: The infected man last worked at the Grand Hyatt on January 29 Up to 600 players and officials will isolate until receiving a negative test result Premier Daniel Andrews said the grand slam would go ahead …

Australian Open to be allowed 30,000 fans a day - Sports News - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open to be allowed 30,000 fans a day - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

The Australian Open will be allowed to admit up to 30,000 fans a day, around 50 percent of the usual attendance, when the Grand Slam gets underway on February 8, Victoria State sports minister Martin Pakula said on Saturday. The limit will be reduced to 25,000 over the last five days of the tournament when there are fewer matches, but …

Australian Open: Adelaide Quarantine No Different To Melbourne, Says Dominic Thiem
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Adelaide Quarantine No Different To Melbourne, Says Dominic Thiem

News 18  

World number three Dominic Thiem said there is no great advantage for players self-isolating in Adelaide compared to conditions in Melbourne where the vast majority are serving the 14-day quarantine requirement ahead of the Australian Open. Tennis Australia Chief Executive Craig Tiley said earlier in the week that the top players were sent to Adelaide to ensure organisers did not …

Australian Open: Dominic Thiem denies players are getting special treatment in Adelaide
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Dominic Thiem denies players are getting special treatment in Adelaide

The Hindu  

World number three Dominic Thiem said there is no advantage for players self-isolating in Adelaide compared to conditions in Melbourne where the vast majority are serving the 14-day quarantine requirement ahead of the Australian Open. Tennis Australia Chief Executive Craig Tiley said earlier in the week that the top players were sent to Adelaide because of limits on the number …

Australian Open: Djokovic hits back at criticism over quarantine stance - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Djokovic hits back at criticism over quarantine stance - Sportstar

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic on Wednesday hit back at criticism of his letter to Australian Open chief Craig Tiley in which he suggested easing of quarantine restrictions, saying his good intentions were "misconstrued". Djokovic reportedly asked for reduced isolation periods and having players in hard quarantine moved to "private houses with tennis courts", drawing a backlash from Australians. "My …

Backlash grows against quarantined Australian Open stars as Nick Kyrgios calls Djokovic 'a tool'
3 years, 11 months ago

Backlash grows against quarantined Australian Open stars as Nick Kyrgios calls Djokovic 'a tool'

Daily Mail  

Tennis stars are quarantining in hotels ahead of the Australian Open on Feb. 8 Backlash has grown against 'whinging' quarantined Australian Open stars as Nick Kyrgios branded Novak Djokovic 'a tool' for demanding that strict Covid quarantine rules be relaxed for players. Pictured: Djokovic on the balcony of his hotel room in Adelaide, Australia on Tuesday Australian player Nick Kyrgios …

Australian Open 2021: Nick Kyrgios Slams 'Tool' Novak Djokovic as Tensions Run High in Melbourne
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Nick Kyrgios Slams 'Tool' Novak Djokovic as Tensions Run High in Melbourne

News 18  

Australia’s Nick Kyrgios dismissed world number one Novak Djokovic as a “tool” as a backlash grew against tennis players flown in for the Australian Open during a raging pandemic. The 33-year-old Serb and reigning Australian Open champion is among several stars – others include Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka and Rafael Nadal – who were allowed to fly into Adelaide where …

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 …

Four more Australian Open participants infected with COVID-19
3 years, 11 months ago

Four more Australian Open participants infected with COVID-19

The Hindu  

More players were forced into hard quarantine ahead of the Australian Open with officials confirming on Monday that four additional participants, including an athlete, tested positive for COVID-19 among those arriving in Melbourne. Health authorities in Victoria state have now reported nine infections among passengers who arrived on charter flights for the February 8-21 Australian Open and officials said more …

Novak Djokovic Trolled for Demanding Easing of Quarantine Rules for 72 Australian Open Players
3 years, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic Trolled for Demanding Easing of Quarantine Rules for 72 Australian Open Players

News 18  

World tennis No 1 Novak Djokovic has been facing flak for reportedly making a list of demands for 72 quarantined Australian Open players that seek easing of restriction on the players ahead of the upcoming tournament. Taking the issue up, Djokovic who is himself not one of the 72 Australian Open players, has demanded that the players be moved to …

'Lunch, Really?': Tennis Stars in Quarantine in Australia Slam Hotel Food, Order Meals from Outside
3 years, 11 months ago

'Lunch, Really?': Tennis Stars in Quarantine in Australia Slam Hotel Food, Order Meals from Outside

News 18  

Australian Open tournament is set to be begin from February 8 even though the players forced into hard quarantine in Melbourne are angry. They will not be eligible for practise,” the Australian Open said in a statement Other players who arrived in different planes are also undertaking a mandatory 14-day quarantine but are permitted to leave their hotels for five …

Australian Open: Tennis stars share hilarious videos from their quarantine hotels
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Tennis stars share hilarious videos from their quarantine hotels

Daily Mail  

While some Australian Open tennis players are moaning about Victoria's quarantine rules, others are making the most of it - showing off their fit bodies, and their funny sides, on social media. One of the best clips posted on social media by the bored players in lockdown ahead of the Australian Open was Russians Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Daria Kasatkina who …

Australian Open: Health authorities rebuff tennis stars' quarantine complaints
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Health authorities rebuff tennis stars' quarantine complaints

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Dozens of tennis stars stuck in hotel quarantine ahead of the Australian Open were told on Monday they would get no “special treatment” to leave their rooms to train, despite complaints from some players. “Most of us here in Melbourne do not want tennis players here potentially reintroducing the virus and causing us to go back to harsh restrictions,” …

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