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Teen phenom makes history with Dubai trimph
17-year-old Mirra Andreeva became the youngest ever WTA 1000 winner, defeating Clara Tauson in straight sets.
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Venus Williams’ ‘comeback’ is an indictment on tennis
It is a win for nostalgic fans who remember the seven-time grand slam champion’s halcyon days, but make no mistake, this is an indictment on a women’s tour lacking in star power.
- by Marc McGowan
Emma Raducanu confronted by ‘stalker’ before tearful exit in Dubai tournament
The 2021 US Open champion was visibly emotional as she went to the umpire’s chair after the second game of her match with Karolina Muchova.
Why Millman supports Sinner in doping row
John Millman explains why he supports Jannik Sinner in the doping row that has divided tennis.
‘It doesn’t pass the sniff test’: Sinner set to stay No.1 despite ban
Past and present tennis stars have criticised the three-month ban handed to Jannik Sinner, as former Australian Open boss Paul McNamee says it’s a little bit too good to be true for the Italian.
- by Marc McGowan
Top-five ranking in sight for Demon despite Rotterdam final defeat
Alex de Minaur was runner-up in Rotterdam for the second year in a row, but proved he belongs near the top of men’s tennis with a fighting effort against Carlos Alcaraz.
- by Marc McGowan
Simona Halep retires
Two-time grand slam champion Simona Halep announced her retirement from tennis at age 33.
Butt slap and kiss: Collins takes five-star Bahamas holiday with ‘big fat’ AO cheque
The American tennis star, who taunted the crowd after beating local favourite Destanee Aiava, has made good on her pledge to splash her Australian Open winnings on a luxury break.
- by Billie Eder
Battle to face Australia in Davis Cup ends in controversy as players clash
Belgium will be Australia’s next opponents in the Davis Cup – but only after battling through to the second qualifying round in the most bizarre and controversial circumstances.
- by Ian Chadband
Bizarre collision mars Davis Cup
Zizou Bergs of Belgium knocks over Cristian Garin of Chile in a strange moment during the Davis Cup.
Aussies conquor Sweden in Davis Cup tie
Having swept the opening day 2-0, Matt Ebden and John Peers combined to win the doubles rubber to clinch the tie.
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