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Nick Kyrgios reacts to being called 29 y/o child e most disappointing Aussie athlete
Former Australian Football League player Kane Cornes declared Nick Kyrgios “the most disappointing Australian athlete ever” and also ripped him as “a 29-year-old child,” but the 2022 Wimbledon finalist had a strong response ready. After the Australian tennis star suffered first-round exits at the Brisbane International and the Australian Open, his critics were quick to…
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Yoshihito Nishioka was annihilated by Carlos Alcaraz’s superiority
Carlos Alcaraz sent a clear message to all his rivals at the Australian Open 2025: the victory in straight sets for 6-0 6-1 6-4 against Yoshihito Nishioka in the 2nd round of the tournament does not fully convey the total dominance of the Spaniard over the Japanese. The 4-time Slam champion conceded only 5 games…
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FREE GIFT WITH PURCHASE Of Incrediwear Supports
Photo credit: Incrediwear Editors Note : Everyone here at 10sBalls|Tennis Balls loves the incrediwear support products.We tried arms. Knees Wrists. Hands Ankles. Knees. Back. Shoulder • We’ve lost count.The fabrics they use are awesome. Their knee bandage is what you see Novak Djokovic wearing. These free socks look awesome too. Measure for sizing. Don’t guess…
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Bernarda Pera declares Elena Rybakina-Stefano Vukov situation ‘a weird story’
Bernarda Pera didn’t want to confirm or deny what is being rumored about the Elena Rybakina and Stefano Vukov partnership but noted that it is “a weird story” although she personally never saw the Kazakh being abused by her coach. Since the start of the 2025 season, one of the main storylines has been the 2022…
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Ricky’s picks for Day 6 of the Australian Open, including Djokovic vs. Machac
We are already approaching the second week of the season’s first Grand Slam, as spots in the fourth round of the Australian Open will start to be handed out on Friday. Novak Djokovic is continuing his campaign against Tomas Machac, while Alexander Zverev, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff are also among those taking…
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Lorenzo Vera returns after mental health struggles: I was crying on the first tee
In today’s modern sport, it is noticeable that an increasing number of athletes have mental health issues, and it is a great thing that many decide to openly talk about it. Although it was a taboo topic years ago, in the last few years, there are more and more people who are willing to openly…
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New LIV Golf CEO sees ‘remarkable’ achievements in just three years
LIV Golf decided to make interesting changes, and Greg Norman’s departure itself caused mixed reactions among fans of this sport. The new CEO of the controversial league is Scott O’Neil, a man in whom the leadership of this Tour has huge hopes. Previously, this man was the CEO of Merlin Entertainments, as well as the…
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Yasir Al-Rumayyan’s bold statement: New CEO has what it takes to transform LIV Golf
Scott O’Neil is the new LIV Golf CEO. After Greg Norman was in this position for several years, attracting enormous attention, the leaders of LIV realized that it was time for some new faces, who can turn this Tour in the right direction and at the same time help the world of golf to get…
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Todd Woodbridge reveals who is the funniest player since Roger Federer
Todd Woodbridge recently gave a long interview to the Times of India. The former world number 1 doubles player talked about Carlos Alcaraz and his chances of winning the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne, considering the young Spaniard the funniest player since Roger Federer. “I think this is his best chance so far. He didn’t…
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Australian Open: Valiant Joao Fonseca falls but gathers experience
18-year-old Joao Fonseca ended his winning streak in the Australian Open second round. The young gun suffered a 6-7, 6-3, 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 loss to Lorenzo Sonego in three hours and 37 minutes, giving everything but ending his first Major journey. The more experienced player lost the opener before turning the tables in the second…
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Watch: Danielle Collins tells Australian Open crowd to shut up, then mocks them
Danielle Collins told the Australian Open crowd to “shut up” before mocking them by stating that she would use their money for a nice vacation. On Thursday evening in Melbourne, the American edged out local qualifier Destanee Aiava 7-6 (4) 4-6 6-2. Throughout the match, the crowd was heavily supporting the Australian player and it…
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Australian Open Draws and Order Of Play for Friday, January 17, 2025
Leylah Fernandez faces Coco Gauff at the Australian Open on Friday. Photo credit: United Cup Australian Open Melbourne ParkMelbourne, AustraliaJanuary 12-26, 2025A$86.5 million ($58.91 million U.S. dollars)Hard Court History At Stake at 2025 Australian Open Ten-time AO champion Novak Djokovic returns playing for a record-extending 11th AO championship and record 25th Grand Slam crown. Jannik…
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Australian Open: Jannik Sinenr overcomes slow start, reaches R3
World no. 1 Jannik Sinner extended his winning streak! The Italian faced Tristan Schoolkate in the Australian Open second round and scored a 4-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-3 victory at Rod Laver Arena. Jannik lost serve in the closing stages of the opener before raising his level and toppling the home player. Sinner produced more efficient numbers…
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Tiger Woods called out by ex-McIlroy manager: You’re all about the money
Rory McIlroy’s former agent, Andrew ‘Chubby’ Chandler is a person who is not particularly delighted with TGL, a project that only saw the light of day a few days ago. Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are the creators of this league, in partnership with the PGA Tour. It was Tiger who had his debut a…
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Novak Djokovic applauds Joao Fonseca’s big stage brilliance
Everyone seems to be the favorite of Joao Fonseca’s game! After Carlos Alcaraz, the 24-time Major winner Novak Djokovic also praised the young Brazilian and his abilities to play big points on the big stage without showing any fear! Joao defeated world no. 9 Andrey Rublev 7-6, 7-6, 7-6 in his first Major match in…
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Viktor Hovland searching for answers: I’d like to just have it figured out
Viktor Hovland cannot be delighted with 2024, given that he failed to show his best. The 27-year-old Norwegian had the worst season of his career, but 2025 will be an opportunity to change things. The young golfer tried to adapt, to change certain things in order to take a step further, but along the way…
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Australian Open: Taylor Fritz crushes Cristian Garin
World no. 4 Taylor Fritz means business in Melbourne! Last year’s Australian Open quarter-finalist is through to the third round at the first Major of the season after dropping eight games in the opening six sets! The American faced Cristian Garin in the second round on Margaret Court Arena and earned a commanding 6-2, 6-1,…
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Australian Open Tennis 2025 by Alix Ramsay
Britain’s Andy Murray (L) reacts with Serbia’s Novak Djokovic during a charity event titled ‘Night with Novak’ on Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on January 9, 2025 ahead of the Australian Open tennis championship. Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) / via Getty Images And so it has begun. After Day One’s torrential rain and…
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Jon Rahm about to join Rory McIlroy’s protege
According to the specialized portal Tengolf.es, LIV Golf is about to make an important signing official, one month before the opening of the 2025 season. It is the Northern Irishman Tom McKibbin, protégé of a Rory McIlroy who is very critical of the circuit. Liv Golf, news Everything indicates that McKibbin will join Jon Rahm’s…
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Novak Djokovic edges closer to Roger Federer’s Australian Open record
Novak Djokovic debuted at the Australian Open in 2005, passing the qualifying stage before falling to an eventual champion, Marat Safin. Two decaded later, Novak is the seventh seed in Melbourne, seeking the 11th trophy at his beloved Major. Djokovic is celebrating a notable milestone Down Under, entering his 20th Australian Open. The Serb is…