Kyrgios fined $14,500 over spitting incident
Tennis outcast handed largest fine of 13 penalties so far dished out to players at Wimbledon – but it will hardly dent his finances.
Wimbledon
Djoker sends Australia a sharp message
Six months after being expelled from Australia, Novak Djokovic reminds everyone down under – and especially Thanasi Kokkinakis – he remains the king of tennis.
Media Street: Nine hits pay dirt with Jones call
Channel Nine’s decision to send their main sports man to Wimbledon has already paid off. Plus, a key radio figure has a big decision to make. Get the latest AFL media news here.
Reason Serena wore black tape on her face
Serena Williams’ time at Wimbledon came to a premature and unexpected end, but fans were more interested in what was on her face.
Kyrgios goes ‘from massive d*** to nasty bully’
Nick Kyrgios has been slammed for a disgusting act on court in his first round that could earn him a $30k fine. But the Aussie was pointing the finger of blame elsewhere.
Kyrgios admits spitting in direction of spectator
Nick Kyrgios claimed spectators were racially abusing him during his first round win as he refused to resile from calling a lineswoman a ‘snitch’.
Drugs, booze, sex parties: Wimbledon locals flip out
Tennis is back at Wimbledon and locals are furious with some on a crusade to shame randy fans from getting down and dirty in public.
Murray fires up over ‘disrespectful’ Kyrgios tactic
British great Andy Murray wiped out an Australian opponent – and then hit out over criticism of a ‘disrespectful’ tactic that is straight out of the Nick Kyrgios playbook.
Kokkinakis books showdown with ‘brick wall’ Djokovic
Australian tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis was so thrilled with a maiden first round Wimbledon triumph that he had to ask the umpire if he had remembered to shake hands.
Kyrgios weighs in on controversial Wimbledon ban
Nick Kyrgios has an interesting history with World No. 1 Daniil Medvedev. So what does he make of the fact the Russian isn’t at Wimbledon?
Kyrgios dares fellow Aussies to believe
Nick Kyrgios will occupy much of Australian tennis fans’ attention when Wimbledon starts but he wants his countrymen to dream big, too.
The world’s best player is not at Wimbledon
When Wimbledon kicks off, the woman who was so recently the best tennis player on the planet won’t be anywhere near the All England Club.
Aussie qualifier’s inspirational journey to Wimbledon
Zoe Hives’ story of persistence stood out from Australia’s impressive effort to have six players qualify for Wimbledon.
Top Aussie into Eastbourne semi-finals
Alex de Minaur’s Eastbourne title defence remains on track but only barely after a gutsy three-set quarter-final victory.
Qualifiers boost Australia’s Wimbledon presence
Australia is guaranteed a strong singles presence at Wimbledon next week after multiple players qualified for the grasscourt grand slam.
Ash Barty’s emotional farewell to ‘field of dreams’
Ash Barty made a surprise return to this week to the court made famous in her iconic childhood trophy photo. But the visit was emotional for another reason.
Kyrgios takes ‘no risk’ approach to Wimbledon
Nick Kyrgios’ impressive lead-in form to Wimbledon has hit a snag, with the Australian tennis star withdrawing from an event in Mallorca.
Eight Australians edge closer to Wimbledon dream
Australia’s excellent Wimbledon qualifying campaign continues, with eight of the country’s tennis players one win from making the main draw.
McEnroe plans Becker jail visit
John McEnroe says he is saddened over his former rival’s financial difficulties and plans to use a trip to England for Wimbledon to visit him.
Tennis players Russian to change their nationality
Natela Dzalamidze has circumvented Wimbledon’s ban on all competitors from her country by changing her nationality to Georgian before next week’s championships.
Serena goes back to the grassroots
The 23-times grand-slam singles champion pitched up at a provincial club before her return to action, as stars prepare for Wimbledon.
Osaka withdraws from Wimbledon
Former world No 1 Naomi Osaka says she has pulled out of the Wimbledon tennis on Saturday with an Achilles injury.
Resurgent Aussie rewarded with Wimbledon wildcard
Daria Saville was ranked 627 in the world in February after a torrid run with injury but her eye-catching comeback has caught Wimbledon officials’ attention.
Warning to the friendly sorority girls of women’s tennis: Momma’s gonna knock you out
Serena Williams is back for Wimbledon. If anyone can spoil the sorority party at the top of the women’s games, it’s the 40-year-old.
‘I don’t care bro’: Kyrgios explains meltdown
Nick Kyrgios has staged a mid-match protest over fussy umpiring before staging a late rally to stamp his Wimbledon credentials.
No sweat as Kyrgios sees off Tsitsipas
Nick Kyrgios rallies past world no.6 at key Wimbledon lead-up … but only after a spat with the chair umpire over sweating.
‘Let’s go’: Serena’s Insta post ends retirement speculation
She’s back! Serena Williams has sent the tennis world into a spin, a simple Instagram post confirming her chase for Margaret Court’s Grand Slam singles record is not over.
De Minaur claims big scalp at Queen’s Club
Two resurgent Australian stars have reclaimed top-100 rankings as the country’s top player makes a statement on a London grass-court.
No tall order: de Minaur cruises at Queen’s
Aussie notches his fifth successive victory over 211cm American to advance to the round of 16 at key Wimbledon lead-up.
Queen’s Birthday Honours list revealed
Almost 1000 inspirational Australians have been recognised for their contribution to the community as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
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