Djokovic says he 'sent message' with Australian Open mauling
Novak Djokovic said he "sent a message" at the Australian Open by thrashing Andrey Rublev on Wednesday to make the semi-finals and edge closer to a 22nd Grand Slam title.
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Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge
MELBOURNE : Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year's Australian Open after being deported from the country last year and having to play his matches with an injured hamstring after suffering the problem in Adelaide.
Fans questioned by police over Russian flags at Australian Open
MELBOURNE : Four supporters at the Australian Open with "inappropriate flags and symbols" are being questioned by Victoria Police following the quarter-final between Russia's Andrey Rublev and favourite Novak Djokovic, organisers Tennis Australia said on Wednesday.
After a months-long bloody battle, Ukraine's army admits losing Soledar to Russian forces
Ukraine has officially admitted to withdrawing troops from the eastern town of Soledar on Wednesday, after a months-long bloody battle.
Vladimir Putin-emblazoned Russian flag displayed at Australian Open
Four people were being questioned by police after a Russia flag with Vladimir Putin's face on was displayed at the Australian Open.
Belarusian and Russian charge in Melbourne throws spotlight on Wimbledon ban
LONDON : A first ever Grand Slam final featuring two players from Belarus remains a possibility while a Russian also remains in contention at the Australian Open - a scenario that will not have gone unnoticed by the organisers of Wimbledon.
Unstoppable Djokovic mows down Rublev to reach Australian Open semis
MELBOURNE : Novak Djokovic delivered another masterclass at the Australian Open on Wednesday to thump fifth seed Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-2 6-4 and reach the semi-finals at Melbourne Park where he is bidding for a record-extending 10th crown and 22nd Grand Slam title.
'Doomsday Clock' ticks ever closer to midnight as Ukraine war raises risk of 'nuclear catastrophe'
Atomic scientists have moved forward the hands of the "Doomsday Clock" to reflect humanity's growing risk of annihilation from existential threats such as nuclear war, disease outbreaks and climate change.