Sports / Tennis

Nadal surprised but amazed with Australian Open final run 28 Jan 2022 - 03:59 pm

MELBOURNE: It was little wonder that Rafa Nadal was left sobbing into his shirt on Friday -- because even he did not expect...

History in the making as men's semi-finalists vie for glory 27 Jan 2022 - 08:18 am

Melbourne: An Australian Open that began with an unprecedented saga involving reigning champion Novak Djokovic will finish with a historic flourish on Sunday...

Nadal fends off Shapovalov, advances to semis in Australia 25 Jan 2022 - 11:51 am

Melbourne, Australia:Rafael Nadal held off Denis Shapovalov 6-3, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, 6-3 in four hours to reach the Australian Open semifinals for the...

Medvedev playing both hero and villain at Australian Open 25 Jan 2022 - 09:18 am

Melbourne: Daniil Medvedev has tapped into the energy of the crowd at Melbourne Park by playing both hero and villain, while the world...

Nadal excited by Shapovalov clash in Australian Open quarters 24 Jan 2022 - 04:08 pm

MELBOURNE:Rafa Nadal faces a tricky test in his quest for a men's record 21st Grand Slam title when he takes on Denis Shapovalov...

Belgian Van Uytvanck tests positive for COVID after Australian Open 23 Jan 2022 - 10:02 am

MELBOURNE: Belgian tennis player Alison Van Uytvanck said on Sunday she had tested positive for COVID-19 after playing at the Australian Open. "My...

Nadal reaches Australian Open quarterfinals for 14th time 23 Jan 2022 - 09:59 am

Melbourne, Australia: After fending off four set points and being unable to convert the first six of his own, Rafael Nadal finally clinched...

Medvedev delivers relationship advice for crowd after 'best' win 22 Jan 2022 - 01:50 pm

Melbourne: World number two DaniilMedvedevfelt he was at his best during his 6-4 6-4 6-2 win over Dutch Botic van de Zandschulp on...

Sabalenka overcomes serving issues to see off Vondrousova 22 Jan 2022 - 12:48 pm

MELBOURNE: World number two Aryna Sabalenka showed her fighting qualities again on Saturday as the Belarusian came back from a set down to...

Confused Tsitsipas beats Paire without realising it 22 Jan 2022 - 12:25 pm

Melbourne: Stefanos Tsitsipas staved off the incendiary Benoit Paire to reach the Australian Open fourth round on Saturday after a tough 6-3 7-5...

Nadal doubted 'every single day' whether he would return 21 Jan 2022 - 06:52 pm

MELBOURNE: Spaniard Rafa Nadal admits he had doubts "every single day" about whether he would ever return after missing the second half of...

Anisimova lauds 'inspiring' Osaka for speaking up on mental health 21 Jan 2022 - 04:56 pm

MELBOURNE: American Amanda Anisimova praised Naomi Osaka for her authenticity after knocking her out of the Australian Open, saying it was "inspiring" to...

Kyrgios 'super proud' of Melbourne performance despite loss to Medvedev 20 Jan 2022 - 04:58 pm

MELBOURNE, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Nick Kyrgios said he is bowing out of the Australian Open with his head held high after losing...

Djokovic bets on a Covid cure as he quests for tennis history 19 Jan 2022 - 09:27 pm

COPENHAGEN- The pandemic has blocked Novak Djokovic's march to tennis history, so the 34-year-old may be pinning his hopes on a cure for...

Osaka stays on track in title defence and potential Barty clash 19 Jan 2022 - 03:09 pm

Melbourne: Defending champion Naomi Osaka was pleased that she found a way out of a second-set blip to beat American Madison Brengle 6-0...

Indefatigable Murray wins Basilashvili thriller to reach second round 18 Jan 2022 - 12:03 pm

Melbourne: Andy Murray dipped into the depth of his defensive skills to tame big-hitting Nikoloz Basilashvili during a thrilling 6-1 3-6 6-4 6-7(5)...