The court craft that elevates Djoker above Federer
It’s the tricks the 10-time Australian Open champion uses to outbox and outfox opponents that has him on top of the all-time Slam chart.
Roger Federer
Djoker survives another bar-room brawl
Novak Djokovic broke Roger Federer’s record for the most match victories at majors. Still winning like a robot. Carlos Alcaraz was untouchable in his second-round triumph before writing, ‘Am I A Serve Bot?’
Top 10 new EVs: from fast and furious to downright crazy
From Cadillac whoppers to tiny Fiats and the craziest electric vehicle to launch in Australia this year – here are 10 of the newest electric cars to arrive on our shores.
Nadal vs Federer: best rivalry ever? Rafa that!
It was all magical. And it’s all over now. Rafael Nadal has bid farewell after losing in the Davis Cup at home in Spain. I’m so sad. Fed’s gone, and now Rafa’s gone, and they ain’t ever coming back.
Swiss footwear brand’s first Aussie store up and running
Swiss sportswear brand On is leveraging global collaborations with Roger Federer, FKA Twigs and Loewe to build its premium performance brand in Australia.
Djokovic SOS for ‘endangered’ species
Novak Djokovic says tennis is a global sport but it is not accessible. ‘On a club level, tennis is endangered’.
My vote for the single greatest tennis shot ever played
Wimbledon starts next week. Rafael Nadal is having one for the road. This is my enduring memory of the Spaniard.
There will never be another Roger
To say that Twelve Final Days is for the hardcore Federer fan is being kind. From the protracted online release of his retirement announcement to his star-studded farewell at the Laver Cup in London, Twelve Final Days is worshipful.
The 12 final days of Roger Federer’s poetic career
Only one criticism was ever levelled at Roger Federer: he lacked the fight of Djokovic and Nadal. ‘I didn’t quite understand what that meant,’ he says in a new documentary | WATCH
Sinner knocks off Djokovic’s crown
The Italian silences the Rod Laver Arena crowd with an assured performance, answering every question asked of him to run the champion out of town. Long live the king.
‘Big step’: The veteran Swiss champion still climbing the rankings
Stan Wawrinka is almost 39, climbing the rankings and returning to the scene of his ‘big chapter’. He speaks to LINDA PEARCE about the secret to his longevity.
Fractious relationship laid bare between Rafa, Roger and Djoker
The niggle between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, in the red corner, and Djokovic, in the blue, has never been a secret. But now, they’re not shying away from it.
Millman, ‘Scobie’ and the kindness that sums up sport’s good bloke
It was 2020 and John Millman had played a five-set Australian Open epic against Roger Federer. But that didn’t stop sport’s good bloke showing concern for journo, Paul ‘Scobie’ Malone.
Siddle backs pace stocks despite ‘skipped generation’
Victorian quick Peter Siddle has revealed his likely next career move as he names two teammates as potential Australian stars.
Tournament won by Roger Federer returns
A tournament that has previously been won by the likes of Roger Federer and Serena Williams is returning to the summer of tennis calendar.
Federer, Mercedes want to take the tedium out of EV charging
Music was Roger Federer’s competition prelude, and he’s collaborating with an audio entrepreneur on soundtracks to relax electric-vehicle drivers while they wait.
MeToo tennis drama never feels predictable
While tennis stars are generally boring, don’t let that put you off Fifteen-Love – this series has all the ingredients of a gripping drama.
Ovation for Federer as new king of the court emerges | WATCH
Roger Federer enjoyed a two minute long standing ovation at Wimbledon as his potential heir, Carlos Alcaraz, was carving up the opposition.
A classic WA holiday location goes luxe
Quokkas have received a ‘glow-up’ in recent years, and now this ‘barefoot luxe’ resort has given Rottnest Island an opulent overhaul of its own.
Grow up: Walters’ off-field plea to baby Broncos
Kevin Walters has moved to address the worrying culture crisis infecting Red Hill, making a pre-emptive pitch for change.
Flying Greek in reach of the summit
Has anyone ever played tennis as beautifully as Roger Federer? Yes. Stefanos Tsitsipas. He chases two dreams in one on Sunday night – his first major title and the World No. 1 slot.
Laver, Federer, Nadal, Djokovic … who’s the GOAT?
Easy question. Difficult answer. Fascinating. Head-scratching. Have your say.
Novak v Stefanos: men’s final we all want to see
Voracious fans, headstrong and crazily skilled players – fight night between Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas would be something else in the final of the Australian Open. There’s just the one complication. They haven’t won their semi-finals yet.
The big problem behind wild Aus Open claim
The Australian Open is almost upon us, but one comment in the past week raised plenty of eyebrows in the tennis world – and left many wondering whether a swifty is being pulled on fans.
What Nick Kyrgios needs right now
The alleged unpopularity contest between Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic, the voice and heart versus head, and a lack of amusement at Prince Harry’s tales.
Final curtain falls on Federer’s historic career
The storied career of Roger Federer has come to a close in the Laver Cup in a fitting way, with great rival Rafael Nadal by his side.
Fed’s tearful goodbye with his trusted left-hand man
If Roger Federer could not retire from tennis with a championship, then he would take the sentimental alternative, leaving not a dry eye in the house | WATCH
Which four Australians have scored more than 170 in an ODI?
Plus which player did Roger Federer defeat in his last two grand slam final victories?
If the world was ending, give me Federer to watch
I went to all four tennis majors in 2012. Took a good look and wrote a book. The highlight of cobbling together The Slams was Roger Federer’s win at Wimbledon.
Protester sets himself on fire before Roger Federer match
A climate activist was prevented from self-immolation in the middle of a London tennis court during the Laver Cup. Warning: Disturbing.
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