Aus Open: Hard fought win for Osaka
Japanese US Open champion Naomi Osaka and sixth seed Elina Svitolina survived big scares but displayed fighting qualities to pull back from the brink at the Australian Open on Saturday. Continue Reading
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I am very happy to be through: Nadal
Seventeen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal, made a winning return to tennis as he overcame James Duckworth in straight sets to reach the second round of the Australian Open. Continue Reading
Ageless Federer sounds confident
Ageless Roger Federer said he was in a confident mood and warned his rivals he was ‘playing good tennis’ as he aims for a third successive Australian Open title. Continue Reading
Quick learner Halep ready for Slam crown number two
World number one Simona Halep Saturday admitted losing the 2018 Australian Open final was a painful moment, but it taught her how to better handle pressure situations which she has since put to good use. Continue Reading
Murray to retire after Aus Open
A tearful Andy Murray on Friday announced he would likely retire this year due to severe pain from a hip injury, saying next week’s Australian Open could be the last tournament of a glittering career. Continue Reading
Nadal says ‘no pain’ after Sydney tie
Injury-plagued world number two Rafael Nadal insists he is healthy and in no pain after coming through an exhibition game in Sydney, just days after pulling out of the Brisbane International. Continue Reading