HIGHLIGHTS-Australian Open day five
Jan 22 : Highlights of the fifth day at the Australian Open on Thursday (times GMT):
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FIA plays down talk of engine protest at Melbourne opener
LONDON, Jan 21 : Formula One's governing body has played down talk of the sport's new engine rules triggering a protest that overshadows the Australian season-opener in March.
American tennis star Coco Gauff gives her thoughts on state of US year into Trump's second term
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Canada's Mboko advances to 3rd round at Australian Open
Victoria Mboko of Toronto punched her ticket to the third round of women's singles at the Australian Open on Wednesday in Melbourne with a 6-4, 6-3 win over American Caty McNally.
Zverev overcomes Muller to make third round in Melbourne
MELBOURNE, Jan 21 : Last year's finalist Alexander Zverev reached the Australian Open third round by defeating Alexandre Muller 6-3 4-6 6-3 6-4 on Wednesday, negotiating a plucky opponent, a rain delay and an injury scare to continue his bid for a first Grand Slam.
Wallabies sign league international Crichton for 2027
SYDNEY, Jan 21 : Rugby league international forward Angus Crichton will switch to rugby union next year in a bid to make the Wallabies team for the 2027 World Cup on home soil, Rugby Australia announced on Wednesday.
Sweeny faces 'consolation prize' Shelton, fashionista Osaka back on court
MELBOURNE, Jan 21 : The Australian Open second round continues on Thursday with defending champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys in action along with Novak Djokovic, who gets an afternoon slot on Rod Laver Arena. Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka are also playing.
Federer's smooth golf swing in Melbourne leaves Alcaraz impressed
MELBOURNE, Jan 21 : Carlos Alcaraz found out that Roger Federer's elegance extends well beyond the tennis court after playing a round of golf with the Swiss maestro in Melbourne during the Australian Open.