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Sakkari pushed all the way by college student in Australian Open scare
Published on Jan 18, 2023 09:17 AM IST
Shnaider, an 18-year-old qualifier from Russia who studies at North Carolina State, pushed the Greek all the way in a 2hr 33min examination on Margaret Court Arena.
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Australian Open: Novak Djokovic feels the love during dominant opening victory
The nine-times champion outclassed Roberto Carballes Baena 6-3 6-4 6-0 on Tuesday in a flawless start to his title bid.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 08:11 PM IST
Reuters |
'Been a long day': Casper Ruud through at Australian Open with 1am finish
The 24-year-old ground down Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic 6-3, 7-6 (8/6), 6-7 (5/7), 6-3 on Margaret Court Arena in a match that finished after 1:00am.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 08:09 PM IST
AFP | , Melbourne
Nadal snubbed as Kyrgios warns Djokovic of 'dangerous' rival at Australian Open
Kyrgios has already made his prediction for the Australian Open tournament, where he named Novak Djokovic as the favourite to lift the title, but has also warned the Serb of a "dangerous" rival and it wasn't defending champion Rafael Nadal.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 07:19 PM IST
Thiem laments injury in Australian Open exit but satisfied with progress
Dominic Thiem said he was satisfied with his level of performance in Tuesday's Australian Open first-round clash with fifth seed Andrey Rublev before an abdominal injury took the wind out of his sails as he crashed to a 6-3 6-4 6-2 defeat.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 03:51 PM IST
Reuters | , Melbourne
Murray turns back the clock to fell Berrettini in five-set epic at AUS Open
A vintage Andy Murray weathered a gallant fightback from Matteo Berrettini before dumping the 13th-seeded Italian out of the Australian Open first round with an epic 6-3 6-3 4-6 6-7(7) 7-6 (10-6) win on Tuesday.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 03:38 PM IST
Reuters | , Melbourne
Watch: Djokovic watches Murray’s 5-set Aus Open marathon, stunned in silence
Novak Djokovic was left stunned by Andy Murray's five-set thriller vs Matteo Berrettini in the Australian Open first round.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 03:29 PM IST
Watch: Murray hits stunning winner in epic rally with Berrettini in Aus Open
Australian Open 2023: Andy Murray hit a stunning winner in an epic rally vs Matteo Berrettini in his first round fixture, at the Rod Laver Arena.
Updated on Jan 17, 2023 01:31 PM IST
Australian Open 2023: Heat halts play for three hours
Australian Open 2023: The tournament's Heat Stress Scale, which measures radiant heat, humidity and air temperature in the shade, crossed its highest threshold of 5.0, halting 10 outdoor matches at the Grand Slam.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 12:28 PM IST
Reuters |
Rublev tames Thiem, Sabalenka and Garcia stroll as Melbourne sizzles
Thiem was simply unable to get a foothold in the contest and the 25-year-old Rublev, a quarter-finalist at the Australian Open in 2021, served out for the match after little more than two hours on court.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 09:36 AM IST
Reuters |
Australian Open bans flags from Russia, Belarus on site
Normally, flags can be displayed during matches at Melbourne Park. But Tennis Australia reversed that policy for the two countries involved in the invasion of Ukraine that began nearly a year ago.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 09:18 AM IST
AP |
Former World No. 1 Muguruza crashes out in 1st round of Australian Open
The 26th seeded Belgian came back from a set behind to send the 2020 finalist packing by winning the match 3-6 7-6(3) 6-1.
Published on Jan 17, 2023 08:56 AM IST
Scrappy win highlights Nadal’s start of contrast
The defending champion got through a tricky opener against Draper at the Australian Open.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 09:21 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Mumbai
Watch: Aus Open crowd goes crazy with Nadal's life-changing reply to broadcaster
Rafael Nadal won over the Rod Laver Arena crowd with an epic reply to a broadcaster's life-changing question after his first round win vs Jack Draper in the ongoing Australia Open 2023.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 05:55 PM IST
Watch: Nadal’s vintage 25-shot rally in Australian Open first round thriller
Rafael Nadal had a vintage 25-shot rally in his Australian Open 2023 first round match, at the Rod Laver Arena.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 04:28 PM IST
Victoria Azarenka prevails over Sofia Kenin in battle of former champions
Azarenka confessed to some nerves before coming through a tough first-round battle against Sofia Kenin 6-4 7-6(3) on Monday to ensure she would be the only former Australian Open champion remaining in the women's draw.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 03:00 PM IST
Reuters |
Aus Open: Nadal battles hard to seal first round win vs injured Jack Draper
Rafael Nadal defeated Jack Draper in his Australian Open first round match for his first win of 2023.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 01:32 PM IST
AP |
Watch: Rafael Nadal left in splits after ballboy nicks racquet in Aus Open match
Rafael Nadal was in left in splits after a ballboy nicked his racquet during his Australian Open opening match at the Rod Laver Arena.
Updated on Jan 16, 2023 12:27 PM IST
3 Americans, Emma Raducanu through to Australian Open 2nd round
Americans Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff and Danielle Collins reached the second round in contrasting fashion at the Australian Open on Monday.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 11:56 AM IST
AP |
Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Australian Open 2023 with knee injury: ‘It’s brutal'
Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of Australian Open 2023 with a knee injury. He was slated to play his opening match of the Grand Slam on Tuesday against Roman Safiullin.
Updated on Jan 16, 2023 10:56 AM IST
Djokovic’s quest to be the best
In an era of ultra-popular Federer and Nadal, the Serbian has thrived on his inner steel
Published on Jan 15, 2023 08:35 PM IST
Australian Open 2023 Live Streaming: When and Where to watch live online & on TV
Australian Open 2023 Live Streaming: All you need to know about live streaming details, match timing and venue.
Published on Jan 15, 2023 06:51 PM IST
Djokovic makes massive injury admission ahead of 1st Australian Open 2023 match
In a shocking revealtion, Djokovic is stuggling with his fitness before the tournament gets underway in Melbourne. He had earlier pulled out of a training session due to problems with his hamstring.
Updated on Jan 16, 2023 12:06 AM IST
'I'm here to play tennis': Nadal's sharp response to Zverev's ‘Rafa will retire’
Nadal with a total of 22 grand slam titles to his name is currently the leader while Djokovic is at the second position with 21 titles. Both players are nearing the twilight of their careers with their ages running out.
Published on Jan 15, 2023 04:32 PM IST
Swiatek seeks to add a Slam, erase an asterisk
Poland’s world No 1, three-time Grand Slam champion and the player to beat in women’s tennis, is seeking to make amends for her subdued past showing at the Australian Open
Published on Jan 14, 2023 11:06 PM IST
Zverev makes bold Nadal retirement prediction after Spaniard bans questions
Alexander Zverev has made a bold prediction on when, where and how Nadal will retire from the sport.
Updated on Jan 15, 2023 05:46 AM IST
Indian pair of Yuki Bhambri-Saki Myneni wins Bangkok Open Challenger title
They will next compete in the Australian Open -- the season's first Grand Slam -- where they have been given a wild card entry.
Published on Jan 14, 2023 03:10 PM IST
PTI |
Nadal's first-round Australian Open opponent offered advice by tennis great
For the British No.3, it will be his biggest test in his career so far, but has been handed an advice on how to beat Nadal by tennis great and former British player Tim Henman.
Published on Jan 14, 2023 01:13 PM IST
Richard Gasquet wins Auckland title, hands Cameron Norrie first loss of season
Gasquet, the oldest men's champion at the Auckland event, will take on fellow Frenchman Ugo Humbert first up at the Australian Open.
Published on Jan 14, 2023 11:21 AM IST
Reuters |
Paula Badosa, Ajla Tomljanovic out of Australian Open 2023 with injuries
Ajla Tomljanovic has also withdrawn from the year's first Grand Slam, which starts on Monday, after the local hope sustained a knee injury at the season-opening United Cup mixed team tournament.
Published on Jan 14, 2023 11:17 AM IST
Reuters |
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