Nadal named Saudi Tennis Federation ambassador
MELBOURNE : Rafa Nadal said there is real potential to grow the sport of tennis in Saudi Arabia after the 22-times Grand Slam champion was named an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation.
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Swiatek suppresses Kenin challenge to reach second round
MELBOURNE :World number one Iga Swiatek overcame a strong early challenge from former champion Sofia Kenin to reach the second round of the Australian Open with a 7-6(2) 6-2 victory in a high quality contest on Tuesday.
Andy Murray beaten by Tomas Martin Etcheverry in Australian Open first round
Andy Murray suffered only his second opening-round defeat at the Australian Open in 16 years on a sobering evening for the Scot at Melbourne Park.
Naomi Osaka loses in first round of Australian Open to Caroline Garcia
Naomi Osaka’s grand slam return ended prematurely in a first-round loss at the Australian Open to 16th seed Caroline Garcia.
Australian Open 2024 - Ranking the tournament's top players - ESPN
The 2024 Australian Open is upon us. It will not feature Rafael Nadal, as we hoped it might, but there's more than enough to track over the coming fortnight.
Naomi Osaka comeback spoiled by early loss at Australian Open - ESPN
MELBOURNE, Australia — Naomi Osaka returned to Grand Slam tennis after maternity leave in the same way she left it, with a first-round loss after going down 6-4 7-6 (2) to Caroline Garcia on Rod Laver Arena at the Australian Open on Monday.
Two-Time Champion Naomi Osaka Knocked Out Of Australian Open
Naomi Osaka fell at the first hurdle in her Grand Slam comeback on Monday, losing 6-4, 7-6 (7/2) to Caroline Garcia in the first round of the Australian Open. A single break proved enough for the French 16th seed to win the opening set against her rusty opponent and she dominated the second set tie-break to progress in Melbourne. Japanese star Osaka, who has won four Grand Slams, stepped away from tennis in September 2022, citing mental health concerns. After giving birth to a baby girl, Shai, in July, she decided to return for the 2024 season.
Ons Jabeur enjoys return to Australian Open as Andy Murray admits finish line may be near
Ons Jabeur cut a much happier and healthier figure on her return to the Australian Open as the Tunisian eased into the second round with a comfortable victory over qualifier Yuliia Starodubtseva on Monday.