US Open destiny: Aiava’s remarkable comeback story
Australian Destanee Aiava has orchestrated one of the most remarkable personal comebacks, from wanting to take her own life to qualifying for the US Open in an inspiring two years.
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Popyrin breaks a more than 20-year drought in Masters series
Australian tennis has waited more than 20 years for a title victory on the Masters 1000 series but big-serving Alexei Popyrin has put an end to the wait in Montreal.
‘My greatest moment in tennis’: Djokovic sobs in incredible scenes
Grand slams don’t make Novak Djokovic cry. But winning the gold medal for his country at an Olympic Games? These were the emotional scenes after the tennis legend won the last thing left on his to do list.
‘I’m in shock’: Novak, Alcaraz both in tears
Novak Djokovic broke down in tears like never before and a shattered Carlos Alcaraz pulled out of an interview after an insane gold medal match.
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De Minaur’s Wimbledon dream dashed, Olympics in doubt
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Demon to live out Olympic dream
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Aussie’s honest admission on recovery from ‘bad place’
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The ‘Nadaliser’ bids for legendary status on clay
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Huge development in Zverev abuse case
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