Australian Open 2025: Who are the other women's contenders to look out for?
The following are the dark horses for the women's singles title at the Australian Open, which starts on Sunday:
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Injured Osaka 'very optimistic' about Australian Open
SYDNEY : Naomi Osaka will undergo a scan on the injury that forced her to pull out of the Auckland Classic final but remains optimistic about playing at the Australian Open, the former world number one said on Monday.
Ohio St.'s Will Howard aims to fix Texas-sized hole in résumé - ESPN
After failing to beat Texas during his four years at Kansas State, Ohio State quarterback Will Howard noted the upcoming showdown against the Longhorns carries «extra motivation» for him.
Tauson wins Auckland title after injured Osaka retires
AUCKLAND :Naomi Osaka's quest for a first title in four years ended in heartbreak as the former world number one retired with an injury after winning the opening set of the Auckland Classic final against Denmark's Clara Tauson on Sunday.
Tauson wins Auckland title after Osaka retires injured
AUCKLAND : Naomi Osaka's quest for a first title in four years ended in heartbreak as the former world number one retired with injury after winning the opening set of the Auckland Classic final against Denmark's Clara Tauson.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Calls Koneru Humpy "A Sporting Icon" After Meeting With Chess Ace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called Grandmaster Koneru Humpy "a sporting icon" after she met him following her recent triumph in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship in New York. With her family in tow, Humpy met the PM and described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime privilege." Modi tweeted after the meeting, "Glad to have met Koneru Humpy and her family. She is a sporting icon and a source of inspiration for aspiring players. Her sharp intellect and unwavering determination are clearly visible. She has not only brought immense pride to India but has also redefined what excellence is." Humpy capped a wonderful year for Indian chess by defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia to emerge champion in the prestigious tournament in New York on Sunday.
ITV Wheel of Fortune hit with complaints as fans say new reboot 'is not the same'
Viewers of ITV's Wheel of Fortune reboot were left exasperated, venting their frustration at their TV screens.
Ryan Day says expanded CFP gave Ohio State chance 'to peak' - ESPN
Coach Ryan Day said the expanded College Football Playoff has given Ohio State the chance «to peak» ahead of the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic against Texas on Jan. 10, with a trip to the national championship on the line.