Nadal leaves door open to playing beyond 2024
Spain’s Rafael Nadal attends a training session ahead of the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane on December 31, 2023. (Photo by Patrick HAMILTON / AFP)
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Sabalenka equipped with new mindset to handle pressure of 2024 season
Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka does not expect the new season to be easier despite her breakthrough performances at the Grand Slams in 2023, but the world number two said her fearless approach can help her handle any challenges.
Deadly snake interrupts Dominic Thiem's Brisbane International match: 'Something I’ll definitely never forget'
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Watch: Poisonous Snake Stops Dominic Thiem's Match At Brisbane International. This Happens Next
Dominic Thiem's Brisbane International qualifying match against Australian James McCabe was suspended for 40 minutes on Saturday after a poisonous snake slithered courtside. McCabe had just wrapped up the first set 6-2 against the Austrian 2020 US Open champion when the reptile -- reportedly an eastern brown snake -- was spotted among electrical wires on the side of the court in front of spectators. Play was halted until a snake catcher arrived and managed to tease it into a bag. Eastern browns are capable of delivering a potent bite and their venom can result in progressive paralysis and uncontrollable bleeding, according to the website of the Australian Museum.
Dominic Thiem survives scare in Brisbane International qualifying and brush with snake
Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem had a day he will not forget as he fought for victory in the qualifying round of Brisbane International on Saturday, and also had a brush with one of Australia's most venomous snakes.
Rafael Nadal prepares for long-awaited comeback in Brisbane - in pictures
Rafael Nadal said he has realistic expectations as the Spaniard prepares to make his comeback from a year on the sidelines.
Swiatek off to flying start as Poland beat Brazil in United Cup
PERTH :Iga Swiatek put down a marker for 2024 as the world number one thumped Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-2 6-2 in the United Cup mixed team tournament on Saturday before Hubert Hurkacz handed Poland an unassailable 2-0 lead against Brazil.
Osaka growing in confidence as Brisbane comeback nears
Former world number one Naomi Osaka said she was feeling more confident in her own skin and enjoying interactions with fellow players ahead of her much-awaited return to tennis at next week's Brisbane International after 15 months out.