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Rory McIlroy spoke about various topics of the golf scene during the press conference on TGL, and golf fans know very well what is current at the moment. Even though it was clear to the fans what TGL represents even before it started, some are still not sure about the goals of this league, and…
Rory McIlroy was one of the main ambassadors of the PGA Tour in the moments when there was a big clash between the PGA and LIV Golf. Rory did not shy away from using hard words, and taking the side of the PGA Tour at every moment. Some were not happy with his statements, but…
As the 2025 Australian Open heats up, Iga Swiatek continues to impress not only with her powerful game but also with her thoughtful choice of gear. Her tennis shoes, the On The Roger Pro 2, are an upgrade from the original, designed in collaboration with Roger Federer to deliver a balance of durability, speed, and…
Alexander Zverev is off to a great start in Melbourne. The German reached the Australian Open third round without losing a set, keeping his energy ahead of more challenging rivals. Alexander faced Pedro Martinez in the second round. World no. 2 earned a 6-1, 6-4, 6-1 victory in an hour and 54 minutes, dominating sets…
The Australian Open is only four days old. However, one thing is certain! No one wants to see the 19-year-old Jakub Mensik on the other side of the net. If you ask why, Casper Ruud knows the best answer. A teenager faced the 6th seed in the second round at Margaret Court Arena and scored a…
Emma Raducanu faces American Amanda Anisimova on Thursday at the Australian Open. Photo credit: Rob Stone/@RobStoneTennis 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.…
A new tennis star is born! The 18-year-old Joao Fonseca wrapped up the 2024 season in the top-150, standing as the youngest player in that group. The young Brazilian has enjoyed an incredible streak since December, and who knows when it will stop! Fonseca claimed the Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah last month and…
Tom McKibbin is one of the main names on the golf scene, ever since he started to be associated with LIV Golf and going on the controversial Tour. The young golfer, born in Northern Ireland, is one of the greatest potentials, and many consider his idol to be fellow countryman Rory McIlroy. It was Rory…
With the arrival of TGL on the golf scene, many were skeptical about what this competition would bring and what the essence of this event was. Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, in partnership with the PGA Tour, decided to take a big step and show another side of golf. The project has been announced for a…
World no. 7 Novak Djokovic will compete in the third round of the Australian Open for the 17th time in the previous 18 trips to Melbourne. After beating Nishesh Basavareddy in the first round, Novak faced another lower-ranked player in round two at Rod Laver Arena. Djokovic ousted world no. 125 Jaime Faria 6-1, 6-7,…