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Scott GullanScore Columnist – AFL/Athletics writer

Scott Gullan has more than 25 years experience in sports journalism. He is News Corp’s chief athletics writer and award-winning AFL correspondent. He’s covered numerous Olympic Games, world championships and Commonwealth Games. He’s also the man behind the Herald Sun’s popular Score column.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 13: Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacts against Jacob Fearnley of Great Britain in the Men's Singles First Round match during day two of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 13, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

‘He finally cares’: Has penny dropped too late for Kyrgios?

Something has changed in Nick Kyrgios. After years preferring his extracurricular activities to tennis, he cares. But as SCOTT GULLAN writes, it’s a case of too little, too late.

Sport

NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 13th January 2025. Day 2 Australian Open Tennis at Melbourne Park. Nick Kyrgios vs Jeremy Chardya at John Cain Arena. Australian Nick Kyrgios walks onto court for his 1st round match . Picture: Michael Klein

Why Kyrgios may be better suited to life off court than on it

Nick Kyrgios shocked the tennis world when he said he couldn’t see himself playing singles in Melbourne again. However, here’s why age 29 might be the perfect time for him to pull the pin.

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Australia's Nick Kyrgios reacts after winning a game against Britain's Jacob Fearnley during their men's singles match on day two of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 13, 2025. (Photo by WILLIAM WEST / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

Kyrgios pulls pin: ‘I can’t see myself playing singles here again’

Nick Kyrgios has dropped a bombshell on the second night of the Australian Open, pulling the pin on his singles career at Melbourne Park due to injury.

Sport

MELBOURNE, JANUARY 12, 2025: 2025 Australian Open Tennis, Day One. Nick Kyrgios trains. Picture: Mark Stewart

‘Careful’ Kyrgios cautious over first-round danger match

Nick Kyrgios will return to the court in a grand slam for the first time in more than two years, and isn’t taking world No. 86 Jacob Fearnley lightly. He reveals why he’s ‘careful’ of the young Scot.

Tennis

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 11: Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece serves during a practice session ahead of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 11, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Tsitsipas gives green light to on-court coach boxes ahead of debut

He’s been the leading advocate for it but even Stefanos Tsitsipas was taken aback when he saw the new on-court coaching boxes on Rod Laver Arena.

Tennis

Kokkinakis confirms he and Kyrgiohs plan to bring back Special K in the Men’s doubles. Picture: Getty Images

Kokkinakis’ cheeky response to Aus Open chances, Special K reunion

Thanasi Kokkinakis has given a cheeky injury update ahead of the Australian Open, and confirmed whether he and Nick Kyrgios will bring Special K back for the Men’s doubles.

Tennis

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 09: Novak Djokovic of Serbia plays a forehand in his exhibition match against Alexander Zverev of Germany during the Night with Novak charity event ahead of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 09, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Djokovic refuses to elaborate on bizarre poisoning claims

Novak Djokovic has refused to answer questions about claims he was ‘poisoned’ while detained in Melbourne during the 2022 Australian Open visa saga.

Tennis

I’m no sinner: Defending Aus Open champ hits back at Kyrgios

Speaking for the first time since being called out by Nick Kyrgios, defending Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner has refused to respond to his rival over his failed drug tests.

Tennis

MONTREAL, QUEBEC - AUGUST 11: Alex de Minaur of Australia congratulates Nick Kyrgios of Australia for his victory during Day 6 of the National Bank Open at Stade IGA on August 11, 2022 in Montreal, Canada. Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

‘Chance to win’: Kyrgios’ big Demon call ahead of Aus Open

Nick Kyrgios still believes he can beat anyone, but he’s just as bullish about fellow Australian Alex de Minaur who he believes can win a grand slam title.

AFL

WARNING WARNING CONTACT HERALD SUN BEFORE USING 9292 1895 WARNING WARNINGHeraldSun chief football writer mark Robinson at home in Warrandyte with his dogs Elvis (left) and Tiger, 12 weeks post 6 way heart bypass operation. . Photo by Michael Klein

Chief football writer Mark Robinson calls time on legendary career

After more than four decades in journalism, Herald Sun chief football writer Mark Robinson is calling time on his legendary career, fulfilling his passion covering footy.

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