Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka’s return to grand slams a year ago didn’t end well. Now for the rematch
The former world No.1 and two-time Australian Open champion believes she can win the tournament again.
- Billie Eder
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‘We talked about it’: Gauff explains Swiatek handshake drama
Coco Gauff was quick to downplay any ongoing resentment between her and former world No.1 Iga Swiatek after the United Cup final.
- Scott Spits
Nick Kyrgios says he’s ‘smart as’, and he might just be right
OnlyFans, NBL, pickleball entrepreneur and TV’s nascent voice of tennis – Nick Kyrgios will be in your face for a long time to come, no matter how long he keeps playing.
- Scott Spits
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The full draw: Australian Open matches to watch, and those to wait for
The Australian Open takes centre stage again on Sunday. We take look at what to expect in the first round and beyond.
- Scott Spits
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Sabalenka claims Brisbane title, Osaka retires from Auckland final ahead of Australian Open
Aryna Sabalenka has tuned up for the Australian Open by winning the Brisbane International for the first time.
- Marc McGowan
Brat mama: Naomi Osaka’s fashion ace was filled with hidden meanings
After a two-year break, the Japanese tennis champion is back to her playing best, and is the reigning queen of on-court style.
- Melissa Singer
Australian Open day three as it happened: Tomljanovic wins in third set; Spanish ace Alcaraz eases through; Kokkinakis wins tense five-set battle
Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic is back at Melbourne Park, while Spanish ace Carlos Alcaraz are also in action.
- Caroline Schelle and Marnie Vinall
Mothers’ club dwindles as Kerber and Osaka exit first round
Winning grand slam matches when you have just rejoined the professional tour after having a baby is not easy, just ask Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka.
- Chip Le Grand
The tennis-superstar mum: It’s the birth of a new era – almost
A raft of former top-ranked players competing in this year’s Australian Open are now mums. But what seems like a new trend is, in fact, anything but.
- Alan Attwood
Australian Open 2024: Players to watch
From all-conquering champions to exciting newcomers with flashy forehands and dashing smiles: some of the key players to keep an eye on.
- Courtney Walsh
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