Queen dethroned: Keys’ storied triumph best since Barty
In a stunning upset, Madison Keys has won her first ever grand slam after defeating Aryna Sabalenka. JULIAN LINDEN writes, it’s the feel-good story tennis needed after Ash Barty’s retirement.
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Why tennis owes Zverev nothing, despite what Djokovic thinks
Last summer, crowds gave Alexander Zverev frosty receptions in the face of allegations of domestic abuse. This year, ED BOURKE writes, tennis has been “very, very kind” to his reputation.
Tennis world salutes insane world No. 1
Jannik Sinner produced some breathtaking tennis in Friday’s semi-final and left the sports world all saying the same thing.
Aus Open’s biggest hits and misses
On-court blow-ups for the ages, rowdy spectators causing strife and memorable close finishes – this Australian Open has had it all.
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Sinner praises Demon after dominant win
Tennis: Jannik Sinner dominated his match against Alex de Minaur but didnât hold back on praising the Aussie’s performance afterwards.
Why tennis world is ‘done with Djokovic’
Novak Djokovic has achieved more than anyone in tennis. He’s eclipsed his biggest rivals. But one thing still eludes him, and always will.
‘Terrible for tennis’: Farcical scenes rock AO
There has been an intense reaction to a crucial Melbourne Park act, with a star player labelled a “cheat” amid calls for a rule change.
Swiatek and Keys storm through to Semi
Australian Open: Iga Swiatek prevailed in straight sets despite a controversial moment, while Madison Keys proved too strong across three sets…
World no. 2 under fire as Aus Open furore erupts
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek has come under fire from tennis fans, accused of returning a ball that had bounced twice at a critical point of her QF win over USA’s Emma Navarro.
“OUTRAGEOUS” Sonego shot stuns in QF
Australian Open: Lorenzon Sonego won a point that had his opponent Blake Shelton applauding, after a back spin volley came back over the net….
Injury or tactic? The curious case of Novak Djokovic
From almost immobile to going toe-to-toe with the best mover in pro tennis, the way Novak Djokovic seemingly shrugging off a serious mid-match left leg injury felt like the stuff of fiction. But was he legitimately hurt? The tennis world is divided.
Ink of the Open: Best player tattoos and their meanings
They’re tennis players who wear their heart on their sleeve and some of their sleeves are inked with their heart. From Kyrgios to Alcaraz, Sabalenka and more, we reveal the Australian Open’s best tattoos and their meanings.
‘Good to be back’: Nick Riewoldt all smiles at Melbourne Park
Footy great Nick Riewoldt has been embracing Melbourne life after two years living in the US, hitting the airwaves on his new Triple M breakfast show and taking in the tennis — like “nothing ever changed”.
Why tennis icon has vanished from Aus Open
An Australian tennis icon has become part of the furniture at Melbourne Park, but the legend is missing from action this year.
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