US Open destiny: Aiava’s remarkable comeback story
Australian Destanee Aiava has orchestrated one of the most remarkable personal comebacks, from wanting to take her own life to qualifying for the US Open in an inspiring two years.
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Popyrin breaks a more than 20-year drought in Masters series
Australian tennis has waited more than 20 years for a title victory on the Masters 1000 series but big-serving Alexei Popyrin has put an end to the wait in Montreal.
‘My greatest moment in tennis’: Djokovic sobs in incredible scenes
Grand slams don’t make Novak Djokovic cry. But winning the gold medal for his country at an Olympic Games? These were the emotional scenes after the tennis legend won the last thing left on his to do list.
‘I’m in shock’: Novak, Alcaraz both in tears
Novak Djokovic broke down in tears like never before and a shattered Carlos Alcaraz pulled out of an interview after an insane gold medal match.
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Protests ruin Paris’ most exclusive event
A stunning array of sports, acting and singing royalty packed an exclusive Paris event before it was interrupted by a very specific protest.
Bull tames apprentice as Spanish dream team prepare for Paris
It won’t only be incredible to see dream duo Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz hit the court together in Paris but watching a tennis great pass on the baton to his apprentice will be a moment to remember.
Star goes viral over Olympic village image
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Andy Murray confirms Paris retirement plan
Former world number one and three-time Grand Slam title winner Andy Murray has confirmed he will retire after the Paris Olympics.
De Minaur’s Wimbledon dream dashed, Olympics in doubt
Alex de Minaur’s dream Wimbledon run is over, with the Sydneysider now in a race against the clock to be fit and firing for the Paris Olympics in a fortnight.
‘Who knows?’ Barty Wimbledon return sparks big comeback question
Kim Clijsters will be keeping a keen eye on 2021 Wimbledon champion Ash Barty during the Legends event at the All England Lawn Tennis Club this week.
Demon to live out Olympic dream
One of the strongest Australian teams at the Paris Olympics will be on the tennis courts with a nine-player contingent set to go for gold.
Aussie’s honest admission on recovery from ‘bad place’
When dual-Wimbledon quarterfinalist Ajla Tomljanovic walks through the gates at the All England Club next week, it will be another significant step towards overcoming the fear she has felt on the court over the past 12 months.
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