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Paula Badosa shares she told herself ‘to behave’ after viral Australian Open moment
Paula Badosa hilariously revealed that she told herself she “had to behave” against Olga Danilovic as she didn’t want to create another viral moment. On Sunday, the world No. 12 ousted the 55th-ranked Serbian 6-1 7-6 (2) to progress into the Australian Open quarterfinal for the first time in her career. Unlike two days earlier,…
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Coco Gauff shows respect to Belinda Bencic but also next opponent Paula Badosa
Coco Gauff spoke very highly of Belinda Bencic following their Australian Open round-of-16 match and also underlined that she expects a tough task when she meets Paula Badosa. On Sunday, the American tennis star beat the Swiss currently ranked at No. 294 in the world with a 5-7 6-2 6-1 scoreline. Although Bencic has been…
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Tony Jones issues apology to Novak Djokovic for controversial comments
The experienced Nine Network presenter Tony Jones crossed the line on Friday! He named the most successful player of all time overrated and suggested he should be kicked out of Australia, referring to Novak’s 2022 Australian deportation saga, which still haunts him. Jones’ words made Novak and his army of fans worldwide furious. Djokovic, who likes a good joke…
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Holger Rune is Jannik Sinner’s most dangerous opponent before the AO final
The most interesting match on Monday 20 January at the 2025 Australian Open is certainly the one between Jannik Sinner and Holger Rune. These two players have always played very spectacular and balanced matches against each other, with the h2h balance in perfect parity at 2-2. The world number 1 reached the second week of…
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Eva Lys is ‘lucky, lucky loser’ at 2025 Australian Open – here’s what this run brings
This year’s Australian Open has been everything but ordinary for Eva Lys as the 23-year-old lucky loser will leave the tournament with not one but a couple of new best results and personal achievements. After falling just short to Destanee Aiava in a tight three-setter in the Australian Open qualifying final round, the world No.…
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Viktor Hovland: I now appreciate the stress-free golf of my early career
Viktor Hovland, a young golfer who attracts attention with great performances, hopes that the year 2025 can represent a new beginning for him. The Norwegian had crises in his game last year, and was unable to impose a rhythm. The season behind him was not very successful, but 2025 is a chance for the 27-year-old…
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Gael Monfils shows deep love for wife Elina Svitolina with one candid answer
Gael Monfils says his perspective has completely changed as he is not thinking about winning a Grand Slam anymore but living a happy life with his family. In the Australian Open third round, the former world No. 6 clinched one of his biggest wins in years after stunning current world No. 4 Taylor Fritz 3-6…
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Elon Musk intervenes on Novak Djokovic’s controversy
At the end of his match against Jiri Lehecka in the round of 16 of the 2025 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic skipped the traditional interview with Jim Courier for Channel 9. The former world No.1 had some problems with the Australian crowd during the challenge against the Czech player, but that was not the reason…
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Brandel Chamblee criticizes LIV Golf’s funding, calling it ‘money from the sewer’
As golf fans know, LIV Golf executives decided to make big changes, and one of those that surprised the most was the departure of Greg Norman from the position of CEO of LIV. The experienced Norman was an important figure in this Tour, promoting the Saudi backed Tour at every step, with the aim of…
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Jack Draper reveals the severity of his injury
Despite still being very young, Jack Draper has already had many injuries during his career. The British player’s body struggles to withstand the imposed rhythms of professional tennis and the physical problems have become too many, which is why it is urgent to reflect together with the members of his team. Jack had physical problems…
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Carlos Alcaraz follows Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal on exclusive list
Carlos Alcaraz is through to his second consecutive Australian Open quarter-final. The Spaniard is seeking a Career Grand Slam in Melbourne, and his path could include Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner! Carlos has already collected essential records at the first Major of the season, including one that introduces him to the story with Novak…
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Tyrrell Hatton: I don’t want to be boring like everyone else
The PGA Tour, DP World Tour, as well as LIV Golf are clear in their intentions to show another side of golf. Namely, the leaders of these Tours feel that the fans, especially the younger population, are a bit tired of what is the essence of golf. This is the reason why they want to…
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Fleetwood’s ‘crossed the line’ moment with Ryder Cup captain divides fans (VIDEO)
Tommy Fleetwood is known as a charismatic golfer, who attracts attention not only with his golf qualities, but often with his statements and behavior on the golf courses. The 34-year-old Englishman was again in the center of attention, this time for a bizarre reason, but at the same time a funny one. Namely, these days…
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Fans serenade Tommy Fleetwood with ‘Happy Birthday’ at Hero Dubai Desert Classic
Tommy Fleetwood celebrates his 34th birthday today, and the fans surprised him right after he teed off on the last day of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. Namely, they decided to sing him ‘Happy Birthday’ and Fleetwood couldn’t hide his emotions and gratitude. The Englishman turned 34, and the best gift for him would be…
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Health issue forces Xander Schauffele out of TGL, Farmers Open
Although Xander Schauffele wanted to start this season furiously, it seems that the 31-year-old will take a break for some time. The world number 2 has to withdraw from the first two tournaments of this season, and it has been confirmed that the American golfer will not participate either in the TGL match for his…
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Australian Open: Alexander Zverev downs Ugo Humbert, reaches QF
World no. 2 Alexander Zverev is safely through to his fourth Australian Open quarter-final. The German faced Ugo Humbert in the fourth round at John Cain Arena and earned a 6-1, 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory in two hours and 16 minutes. Alexander lost his first set of the tournament but recovered his game and toppled…
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Danielle Collins hits back at critics with blunt message
Danielle Collins insists she not bothered at all about what some may have to say about her, especially not from “guys living in their basement and writing on the internet.” This past week, the world No. 11 had an eventful Australian Open campaign before exiting the tournament following a straight-set third-round defeat to Madison Keys. …
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Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz reaches QF as Jack Draper retires
World no. 3 Carlos Alcaraz will compete in his second consecutive Australian Open quarter-final. The four-time Major winner led 7-5, 6-1 in the fourth round against Jack Draper at Rod Laver Arena before the Briton decided to retire. The 15th seed came from two sets to one down in the first three matches in Melbourne,…
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Iga Swiatek debunks Jessica Pegula’s claim about 2025 Australian Open court, balls
Iga Swiatek doesn’t agree with the claim that this year’s court at the Australian Open is slower and that the balls are heavier. On Friday, Jessica Pegula – who upset the Pole in last year’s US Open quarterfinal – exited the Happy Slam in the third round following a shock 7-6 (3) 6-1 defeat to…
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Australian Open LL sensation Eva Lys has to change flight ahead of Iga Swiatek match
Eva Lys has now twice changed her flight date but definitely has no regrets after her run is becoming one of the best stories of this year’s Australian Open. On Saturday, the German lucky loser defeated Jaqueline Cristian 4-6 6-3 6-3 to make her first round-of-16 of a Grand Slam. But before all of this…