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Madison Keys opens up on calling therapist during Australian Open
Madison Keys credited therapy as one of the things that helped her become a Grand Slam champion as the American revealed that she called her therapist in the middle of the Happy Slam because she needed to talk about some things. On Saturday, the American landed her maiden Major trophy just a month before her…
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Naomi Osaka shares positive update after unfortunate end to Australian Open
Naomi Osaka is back to practicing after an unfortunate end to her Australian Open run as the four-time Grand Slam champion says she “can’t wait” to return to competitive action. As you probably know, the Japanese made an outstanding start to the season – reached the Auckland final – but then she was struck by…
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Serena Williams issues big statement on Madison Keys’ Australian Open win
Serena Williams congratulated Madison Keys on her Australian Open triumph and also stated that it proved she’s “one of the best” on the WTA Tour. In a thriller final at Melbourne Park, the 19th-seeded American upset world No. 1 and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 2-6 7-5. By doing so, the American tennis star became…
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Harris English wins in San Diego after 3 years
Three and a half years after the last time, Harris English returns to success and celebrates the fifth feat of his career on the PGA Tour. In San Diego, California, the American, at his 340th appearance on the circuit, won, with a total of 280 (68 73 66 73, -8) shots, in the Farmers Insurance…
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Dubai glam: Badosa soaks up the sun in bikini after Australian Open semifinal run
Fresh from her career-best run to the Australian Open semifinals, Spain’s Paula Badosa has jetted off to Dubai for some well-deserved R&R — and she’s turning heads while doing it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paula Badosa (@paulabadosa) The 27-year-old athlete, who pulled off a stunning upset against world…
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Mikael Ymer wins first tournament after serving anti-doping ban suspension
Mikael Ymer made a successful comeback after serving an 18-month anti-doping ban suspension! The Swede stayed away from the court since Wimbledon 2023. Mikael returned to action at this week’s Esch/Alzette M25 Futures in Luxembourg. Ymer cracked the top-50 in April 2023 and reached the Wimbledon third round in July. The Swede toppled Taylor Fritz from two…
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Watch: Jannik Sinner pays tribute to Kobe Bryant five years after his death
Jannik Sinner has just won the third Grand Slam title of his young career. The Italian ace dominated the 2025 edition of the Australian Open, losing only two sets during his run and giving the feeling of always being in absolute control of his opponents. Despite winning eight titles last season and creating a huge…
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Alejandro Del Rey claims his first DP World victory at Ras Al Khaimah Championship
Alejandro Del Rey, a 26-year-old Spaniard, made a big deal by winning the Ras Al Khaimah Championship by four strokes. The young golfer started the tournament brilliantly, having the lead. Entering the final round, Del Rey had a two shot lead, not wanting anyone to dethrone him. This is also his first victory on the…
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Bryson DeChambeau reshaping golf with LIV-funded community plan
Bryson DeChambeau didn’t exactly produce a positive reactions after joining LIV Golf, especially from PGA Tour players and managers. However, playing here for some time, Bryson stood out as probably the best player on the controversial Tour. In addition to his commitment to golf courses, the famous golfer wants to influence the popularization of LIV. …
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Alexander Zverev joins particular list after 2025 Australian Open final
Alexander Zverev is not ready to win the first Grand Slam title of his career. The German champion played an excellent Australian Open and had given the feeling that he could win the tournament at one point, but the result of the final against Jannik Sinner leaves no room for doubt. Despite being very fresh…
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LIV Golf signs exclusive broadcasting deal with Seven Network for Australian viewers
LIV Golf continues where it left off. After reaching an agreement with FOX Sports, they have now gone one step further, signing another contract. Namely, the leaders of the Saudi-backed Tour have decided to sign a contract with Seven Network, and starting this year, LIV fans will have the opportunity to watch this tournament exclusively…
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Golf icon Davis Love III recovering after heart surgery at Mayo Clinic
Davis Love III, a well-known name in the world of golf, had a successful open heart surgery. He had valve issues years ago, and in the end the decision was that surgery was the only solution. Jim Nanty, also a well-known name in the world of golf, confirmed this information during the final round of…
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Jannik Sinner Sweeps Alexander Zverev for Second Straight Australian Open Title
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JANUARY 26: Jannik Sinner of Italy kisses the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup at the Men’s Singles trophy presentation following the Men’s Singles final against Alexander Zverev of Germany during day 15 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 26, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images Overpowering…
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Madison Keys shines in Australian Open beach trophy shoot
Madison Keys is living her dream! Fresh off her incredible win over Aryna Sabalenka in the women’s singles final, the new Australian Open champion hit Brighton Beach in Melbourne for the iconic trophy shoot on January 26, 2025. Good morning, Australian Open champ!@Madison_Keys at the champions photo shoot in Melbourne. pic.twitter.com/85ConPfesD — Jimmie48 Photography (@JJlovesTennis)…
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Pegula knew Keys would win AO! “I kinda told everyone tbh”
Jessica Pegula faced Madison Keys in the Adelaide International final earlier this month and experienced the full force of her fellow American’s game. Witnessing her opponent’s dominant performance, Pegula boldly predicted that Keys had what it took to win the Australian Open. The two Americans share more than just a tennis rivalry; they share a…
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Siniakova, Townsend secure Australian Open women’s doubles title
In a gripping final on Rod Laver Arena, top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend triumphed over Hsieh Su-Wei and Jelena Ostapenko 6-2 6-7(4) 6-3 to claim the women’s doubles title at the 2025 Australian Open. The victory marks another milestone for the Czech-American pairing, who overcame a spirited comeback by the No.3 seeds to…
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Boris Becker rips ‘clickbait media’, denies he questioned Novak Djokovic’s injury
Boris Becker called out “clickbait media” as the former world No. 1 strongly denies that he insinuated that Novak Djokovic was faking an injury. The German tennis legend, who has been covering Grand Slams for Eurosport for years, previewed the semifinal matches at the Australian Open. And when asked to share his thoughts on if…
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McEnroe: If Zverev wins AO title, no one will know in 10 years that Djokovic retired
John McEnroe thinks Alexander Zverev doesn’t have a reason to concern himself about what some may say about his road to a possible Australian Open title as the American tennis legend says no one will remember in a decade that Novak Djokovic from their semifinal match. After the German progressed into his first final at…
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Memory is Scheffler’s weapon to stay in shape
In golf, not all physical problems are incapacitating. Just ask Tiger Woods. You can play, if you have a high tolerance for pain and a sharp competitive fang like Tiger, even with a lame hand. And if you don’t believe it, go to YouTube and look for images of the Californian at the 2008 US…
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Darren Cahill makes big revelation on how Andre Agassi feels about Jannik Sinner
Coach Darren Cahill reveals that Andre Agassi admires very much Jannik Sinner’s game and also shared that the American tennis icon even gave some tips and advice to the current world No. 1. Over two decades ago, the Australian coach guided Agassi to the 2003 Australian Open title and he also helped him become at…