Djokovic given rapturous welcome back to Australian Open
Serbian flags waved and Rod Laver Arena rose to give Novak Djokovic a rapturous welcome back to the Australian Open on Tuesday, a year after he was kicked out of the country.
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'Devastated' Kyrgios withdraws from Australian Open
The Australian Open was dealt a major blow when a "devastated" Nick Kyrgios announced his withdrawal ahead of his scheduled first-round match on Tuesday.
Nadal facing tough test in Australian Open defence
Rafael Nadal opens his Australian Open title defence Monday feeling vulnerable and against a dangerous young opponent, with women's top seed Iga Swiatek also facing a tricky encounter as she targets a maiden crown.
Djokovic 'likes his chances' of 10th Australian Open crown
Novak Djokovic declared on Saturday that he "likes his chances" of winning a record-extending 10th Australian Open crown, despite lingering injury worries.
'Vulnerable' Nadal says Djokovic clear favourite at Australian Open
Melbourne, Jan 14, 2023 (AFP) -Defending champion Rafael Nadal admitted Saturday he felt vulnerable heading into the Australian Open after two straight defeats in the build-up and said that Novak Djokovic was clear favourite.
Novak Djokovic keen to put past Australian Open tumult behind him Down Under
Novak Djokovic has his eyes on the prize at the Australian Open after putting the emotions of his return to the country behind him.
Djokovic says deportation drama paved way to success
MELBOURNE : Novak Djokovic said his controversial deportation ahead of last year's Australian Open proved an unlikely catalyst for success in 2022, allowing him to regroup on the practice court before bouncing back with key titles.
Kyrgios braces for pressure as home favourite at Australian Open
MELBOURNE : With Ash Barty enjoying a comfortable retirement, Nick Kyrgios will be far and away the top drawcard for home fans at the Australian Open, feeling both privilege and pressure to meet expectations after his best season in 2022.