Australian Open’s call on shock US Open mixed doubles decision
The Australian Open has made a decisive call as to whether it will follow in the footsteps of the US Open and relegate mixed doubles to a pre-tournament sideshow.
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Mixed Australian Open format scrapped
Golf Australia has listened to the concerns of leading players in making a significant decision about the format of the Australian Open.
Mixed Australian Open scrapped amid Cameron Smith criticism
Golf Australia has axed the contentious mixed format Australian Open in the wake of blistering criticism led by Australia’s most recent major champion, Cameron Smith.
‘Should be banned’: New rules for golf scourge
Time wasters in golf could be in for a shock, with new rules to penalise slow play and a tiresome technique used by the likes of Adam Scott panned.
‘Fingers crossed’: Kyrgios still in Davis Cup picture
Nick Kyrgios’ hopes of returning to the Davis Cup scene are over for now, but his injury has opened the door for an Australian Open hero to make his debut.
‘Banned for life’: Novak ‘disrespect’ slammed
The fallout from Novak Djokovic’s tumultuous Australian Open campaign has continued with his Davis Cup captain demanding action.
Will Barrenjoey take a swing at APA?
APA Group boss Adam Watson was spotted in the Barrenjoey box at the Australian Open tennis, could it be possible that he is being wooed by the Australian investment bank?
Davis Cup return hopes dashed for Kyrgios
An Aussie’s dream month has continued with elevation into the Davis Cup squad, but it has come at a cost with a big-name star ruled out due to injury.
‘White as a sheet’: Sinner’s illness revealed
Everyone knew Jannik Sinner was sick during his run to the Australian Open title, but his Australian coach has confirmed just how bad it was.
Major change gives Lee ‘fresh start’ in chase for Aussie history
After an underwhelming display at the 2024 Australian Open, Minjee Lee has made one major tweak to her game as she looks to create some Aussie golfing history in 2025.
Men of honour – Sinner and Cahill face an uncertain future, no?
Jannik Sinner and his Australian supercoach Darren Cahill, revered globally but under-appreciated locally, were the epitome of gracious victors. But a CAS hearing in April looms.
‘Among most educated’: Tiley rejects Bogan Slam tag
There was no shortage of drama at the AO. TA boss Craig Tiley addresses Alexander Zverev’s heckler, overloaded, raucous crowds and will we see the GOAT of Melbourne Park return?
Sinner’s ‘clear mind’ despite ongoing anti-doping investigation
Despite WADA’s appeal of Jannik Sinner’s 2024 anti-doping case leaving him uncertain for his future, the Italian champion has revealed how he has kept a ‘clear mind’ to stay at the top.
Cloud over Sinner’s push for history
Jannik Sinner is again the toast of the tennis world after taking a second Australian Open, but he still has questions to answer before he can continue his grand slam march.
‘Not good enough’: The moment Zverev’s dream slipped away
Alexander Zverev joined elite company with his third Grand Slam loss without a victory, and the German will know when it slipped away. These are the key moments that decided the Aus Open final.
How Countdown saved Aussie music
Fifty years ago today it seemed the local music scene was doomed, and those who appreciated good rock music believed the Sunbury rock festivals were the salvation – but the Countdown was on.
Ugly Zverev allegations mar Sinner’s historic Aus Open moment
Jannik Sinner is a two-time Australian Open champion, but his opponent, Alexander Zverev was forced to wade through a tough moment after his loss at the hands of the Italian.
Lukewarm Sinner reaction hints at Australia’s ‘shameful indictment’
It’s no secret Australian Open fans are choosy about who they embrace as heroes. Some reactions were a shameful indictment on the country. And Jannik Sinner felt a touch of that on Sunday.
The frightening truth behind Sinner’s ruthless Aus Open rout
Jannik Sinner has sent the tennis world a terrifying message as he sealed his third grand slam title – because, at 23, there’s a lot more to come from tennis’ newest unstoppable force.
Unfrozen Keys on the power of letting go … and therapy
Madison Keys was told from 12, you’ll win a slam! A compliment to a kid. A complication when you’re 29 and haven’t done it. ‘I got to the point where I was okay if it didn’t happen.’ Which was when it happened.
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