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Novak Djokovic To Speak About Australian Open Controversy In "7 To 10 Days"

Novak Djokovic on Thursday said he plans to provide his "version" of what happened during the fiasco that led to his deportation ahead of the Australian Open in the coming days. The world number one's visa was cancelled last month ahead of the season-opening Grand Slam over his Covid-19 vaccination status, and he has kept a relatively low profile since returning to Serbia -- making just a handful of brief appearances. "I plead for patience and in the next seven to ten days I will speak to the media more thoroughly about my version of the story," said Djokovic during a joint press conference with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in Belgrade.

What is driving the Super Golf League?

The concept of a rival circuit to the game’s established tours has been around for more than 20 years, with former world number one Greg Norman unveiling his plans in 1994 but failing to gain any traction.

Heather Knight: England have lacked a killer instinct in Women’s Ashes series

Heather Knight admitted England have lacked a “killer instinct” in the Women’s Ashes after a 27-run defeat in the first one-day international saw Australia retain the trophy.

Definitely the World Cup will come to India, says u-19 skipper Yash Dhull's father

Yash Dhull has led the Indian Under-19 team to the ICC Under-19 World Cup final leading by example, scoring a century against Australia in the semifinal. India's unbeaten run now makes them the tournament favourite. India's Under-19 team will now face England in the final and the entire nation is expecting them to win the World Cup.

Clinical Korea beat Philippines 2-0, enter maiden final of AFC Women's Asian Cup

Philippines 2-0 in the semi-finals to advance to their maiden AFC Women's Asian Cup summit clash on Thursday. Cho So-hyun and Son Hwa-yeon scored first half goals for Korea to end the brilliant run of the Philippines who were making their first semifinal appearance at the continental showpiece at the Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex. Korea face the winner of the second semifinal between holders Japan and former champions China in the final on Sunday.

Referee at storm of 'Rassiegate' saga earns Oz Referee of the Year accolade

Controversial Australian referee Nic Berry has been honoured with his country's Referee of the Year award.

India women cricketers happy to get 'breathing space' in quarantine in New Zealand

The team members, who had to undergo a punishing 14-day hard quarantine in Australia back in September-October, are finding the MIQ in Christchurch much more comfortable. The quarantine facility has rooms big enough to accommodate fitness equipment and some of them also have balconies. The players were put up in tiny rooms of a quarantine hotel in Australia.

Former champions, Australian Open high fliers set for Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

DUBAI: Australian Open finalist Danielle Collins and quarterfinalist Gael Monfils will be among the strong field set to take part in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships later this month.

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Novak Djokovic To Speak About Australian Open Controversy In "7 To 10 Days"

What is driving the Super Golf League?

Heather Knight: England have lacked a killer instinct in Women’s Ashes series

Definitely the World Cup will come to India, says u-19 skipper Yash Dhull's father

Clinical Korea beat Philippines 2-0, enter maiden final of AFC Women's Asian Cup

Referee at storm of 'Rassiegate' saga earns Oz Referee of the Year accolade

India women cricketers happy to get 'breathing space' in quarantine in New Zealand

Former champions, Australian Open high fliers set for Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships