China has traditionally been a crucial market for the Australian Open,which became the grand slam of the Asia-Pacific in the mid-2000s.
Departures and deportation were the big talking points in a year of tumult and transition for tennis.
Having broken ground as the first Arab men’s or women’s player in the world’s top 10,Ons Jabeur doesn’t want to stop there,the Tunisian is eyeing a grand slam title and the top ranking in 2023.
Channel Nine made enquiries with Ash Barty’s manager to gauge whether the three-time grand slam champion would be interested in commentary.
A debilitating blood disorder left Australia’s Zoe Hives struggling to move. But the world No.124 is finally back on court after a three-year battle - and credits animal therapy for helping her through.
It was one of the shocks of the sporting year when Ash Barty announced she was quitting the sport while ranked No.1 in the world. Is she still comfortable with her decision?
Ash Barty’s fifth Newcombe Medal as Australia’s top tennis player has been viewed dimly by compatriot Nick Kyrgios,
The Indigenous tennis legend was given a standing ovation at the Newcombe Medal awards,where she gave a rare insight into the obstacles she had to overcome.
Australian Open champion Ash Barty is a record five-time Newcombe medallist despite playing only two events this year before her shock retirement.
The country watched when Ash Barty won Wimbledon and the Australian Open,but only a few knew what it took her to get there.
For our special anniversary edition,we’ve selected 25 of Australia’s most influential change-makers;the courageous,whip-smart women who have inspired us over the past 25 years,as well as those leading the charge ahead.