March
Bill Ackman joins top tennis players’ pay fight
Novak Djokovic, Nick Kyrgios and other tennis stars are suing the sport’s governing bodies, accusing them of running a cartel.
January
Djokovic says he may not be back after shock withdrawal
The Serbian tennis star has failed to get past world No.2 Alexander Zverev in the semi-final of the Australian Open.
The numbers that show Alex de Minaur is running out of time
An analysis of the past 50 years of tennis majors shows that winning after turning 26 is a rarity, but one player should give de Minaur hope.
What de Minaur needs to do to beat world No.1 Sinner
Australia’s last man standing, Alex de Minaur, has a bigger serve than ever but will need to be firing against the world’s best player in Jannik Sinner.
A Michael Jordan moment? Djokovic could harness broadcast spat anger
Pat Rafter reckons Novak Djokovic is in a pretty good headspace to win a remarkable 11th Australian Open title after watching a spat with broadcaster Tony Jones play out. “He’s angry, and he likes to be angry,” Rafter said.
Star’s stark warning; Israel releases 90 Palestinians; Trump’s $113b crypto grift
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Coaching pods have changed tennis, but reviews from players are mixed
Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley’s latest innovation has brought some iconic moments to fans, but players say coaching pods ruin the individual nature of tennis.
$260b mega-deal ignores Australia; Faster US entry; $15m Bangalow record
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Andy Murray reveals why Novak Djokovic asked him to coach
The recently retired Scot says his new charge is undoubtedly the greatest tennis player of all time, but has struggled to stay motivated since winning his first Olympic gold medal last year.
Tennis braces for first Alcaraz-Sinner showdown at Open
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have never played in a Grand Slam final despite collecting six out of the last nine major titles. That might be about to change.
Djokovic says he was ‘poisoned’ during 2022 Melbourne detention
“I was fed with some food that poisoned me,” said the Serbian 24-times major winner, who is known to monitor his diet strictly.
Djokovic beaten by big-serving Opelka in Brisbane quarterfinals
Novak Djokovic was playing his first tournament of the year in preparation for the Australian Open which he has won 10 times.
November 2024
Nadal leaves court after two decades of epic wins and rivalries
The Spanish tennis legend has won a whopping 14 French Open championships alone and retires as one of the greatest men’s players in history.
October 2024
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal to retire
“I leave with the absolute peace of mind of having given my best, of having made an effort in every way,” the Spanish superstar said.
September 2024
‘Bravo, Bravo!’ Sinner becomes first Italian man to win US Open
The top seed was under a cloud of controversy at the start of the tournament after revelations he tested positive for an anabolic agent in March, but avoided a ban.
Popyrin remains upbeat after crashing out of US Open
Australia’s shooting star was unable to back up his mighty third-round win over the great Novak Djokovic, succumbing to his friend and foe Frances Tiafoe.
July 2024
Surly Djokovic finally gets his Olympic tennis showdown
The Serb has griped about absurdly mismatched contests. On Monday, his Games went from the ridiculous to the sublime, as he faced arch-rival Rafael Nadal.
Alcaraz destroys Djokovic’s dream in Wimbledon final
Carlos Alcaraz has cancelled Novak Djokovic’s goal of a record-breaking 25th grand slam tennis triumph, outclassing the seven-time champion to defend his crown.
‘Devastated’: De Minaur forced to quit Wimbledon with injury
Alex de Minaur was set for a blockbuster showdown with Novak Djokovic. Instead, he had to pull out just hours before the match.
June 2024
Alcaraz joins all-time greats with French Open triumph
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to capture Grand Slams on all three surfaces after his epic French Open final win against Germany’s Alexander Zverev.