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'We desperately need to see that' – John McEnroe backs Nick Kyrgios call to push new personalities

John McEnroe has stressed the importance of tennis finding new personalities as Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer enjoy the twilight of their careers. The American seven-time major champion was responding to Nick Kyrgios’ claim that the sport is too transfixed with the ‘Big Three’ and has not done enough to promote new stars. Ad/> Djokovic, Nadal and Federer have won 60 Grand Slam singles titles between them – incredibly all tied on 20 each.

Alize Cornet's belated arrival at major quarter-final at Australian Open is 'great story', says John McEnroe

Alize Cornet is “better than she has ever been” and is now a serious threat at Grand Slams, according to seven-time major winner John McEnroe. Despite appearing in 60 consecutive Slams – two off the all-time record held by Ai Sugiyama – Cornet is gearing up for her maiden major quarter-final at the Australian Open. Ad/> The Frenchwoman, who has already knocked out third seed Garbine Muguruza and former finalist Simon Halep in 2022, faces Danielle Collins on Rod Laver Arena on Thursday.

Rafael Nadal news: John McEnroe believes the Spaniard can emulate Roger Federer’s comeback style

Rafael Nadal has made it to the semi-finals at the Australian Open, despite being out of the game for four months last season with a foot injury.

'Amazing that Rafael Nadal could do what Roger Federer did' - John McEnroe hails Australian Open feats

Rafael Nadal could emulate his great rival, Roger Federer, by completing his 'amazing' comeback from injury at the Australian Open, according to John McEnroe. Nadal was forced into five gruelling sets by Denis Shapovalov, but the 20-time Grand Slam champion ultimately showed the greater desire to outlast his doughty opponent and sealed his place in his 36th major semi-final in four hours and 10 minutes. Ad/> The Spanish star is now through to the semi-finals at Melbourne Park for the seventh time in his illustrious career after battling past the Canadian, 6-3 6-4 4-6 3-6 6-3, despite being ranted at for time-wasting by his opponent in a fiery exchange which involved the umpire being accused of being «corrupt».

'I freaking can't pee?' – Daniil Medvedev rages at umpire in match against 'dinosaur' Maxime Cressy at Australian Open

Daniil Medvedev was left raging during his 6-2 7-6(4) 6-7(4) 7-5 win against Maxime Cressy on Margaret Court Arena on Monday. Eurosport pundit John McEnroe said he understood the Russian's frustrations against a player he termed — in a complimentary manner — a dinosaur.

Sinner willing to take up McEnroe's coaching offer

MELBOURNE : World number 10 Jannik Sinner said he was open to the possibility of John McEnroe joining his coaching team after the American great offered his services on a part-time basis at the Australian Open.

'Yes, I would like to be coached by him' - Jannik Sinner open to working with tennis legend John McEnroe

Jannik Sinner is open to the prospect of John McEnroe joining his coaching team. The Italian has spent time training at McEnroe’s club in New York, and said he was looking to add to his entourage to aid current coach Riccardo Piatti. Ad/> In light of Sinner saying he was looking for some coaching help, McEnroe said in Eurosport's Cube: “I am definitely available on a part-time basis, helping Jannik Sinner getting over the hump — which I’ll believe he’ll get over whether I coach him or not.

Master coach Cahill plots Barty demise at Australian Open

MELBOURNE : As Ash Barty was ascending the ranks of women’s tennis, renowned Australian coach Darren Cahill regularly predicted the Queenslander was a champion in the making.

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'We desperately need to see that' – John McEnroe backs Nick Kyrgios call to push new personalities

Alize Cornet's belated arrival at major quarter-final at Australian Open is 'great story', says John McEnroe

Rafael Nadal news: John McEnroe believes the Spaniard can emulate Roger Federer’s comeback style

'Amazing that Rafael Nadal could do what Roger Federer did' - John McEnroe hails Australian Open feats

'I freaking can't pee?' – Daniil Medvedev rages at umpire in match against 'dinosaur' Maxime Cressy at Australian Open

Sinner willing to take up McEnroe's coaching offer

'Yes, I would like to be coached by him' - Jannik Sinner open to working with tennis legend John McEnroe

Master coach Cahill plots Barty demise at Australian Open