Ons Jabeur tumbles out of Australian Open second round in less than an hour
Ons Jabeur has exited the Australian Open in the second round after a comprehensive defeat to teenager Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday.
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Swiatek aces Kenin test, Ruud stays cool on scorcher at Australian Open
MELBOURNE: Iga Swiatek came through an opening test of fire in her hunt for a first Australian Open title on Tuesday (Jan 16) as the world number one battled past 2020 champion Sofia Kenin 7-6(2) 6-2 while blazing heat and blustery conditions made things difficult for players.
Cameron Norrie eases into second round of Australian Open despite injury worries
Cameron Norrie dispelled injury worries to ease into the second round of the Australian Open.
Carlos Alcarez Dominates On Return To Australian Open 2024 As Iga Swiatek Shines
Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek powered into the second round of the Australian Open on Tuesday as Germany's Alexander Zverev put aside legal worries at home to progress. World number two Alcaraz was electric under the lights on Rod Laver Arena, demolishing French veteran Richard Gasquet 7-6 (7/5), 6-1, 6-2 in his first competitive match of the year. The Spaniard, gunning to unseat 10-time champion Novak Djokovic from the world number one spot, was tested in a tight first set but then moved through the gears, showcasing his full range of shot-making. Alcaraz, who will next face Italy's Lorenzo Sonego, said it was good to be back in Melbourne, where he has not been beyond the third round in his previous two visits.
Rafael Nadal to be ambassador for Saudi Tennis Federation - ESPN
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Rafael Nadal will serve as an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation, part of a recent effort by the kingdom to make inroads into tennis and other sports.
Carlos Alcaraz eases past veteran Richard Gasquet in Australian Open return
Carlos Alcaraz marked his return to the Australian Open in convincing fashion with victory over veteran Richard Gasquet.
Players divided on Australian Open's courtside bar atmosphere - ESPN
MELBOURNE, Australia — A 37-year-old veteran didn't mind the music, and a 16-year-old qualifier debuting in the Australian Open main draw picked up on the vibe from the two-story courtside bar and thought it was energizing.