‘Blew me away’:Molik lauds Aussie star Tomljanovic’s US Open return

‘Blew me away’:Molik lauds Aussie star Tomljanovic’s US Open return

Australia’s Billie Jean King Cup captain Alicia Molik believes Ajla Tomljanovic had to clear an even bigger mental hurdle to win her first match back from injury than toppling Serena Williams last year.

  • byMarc McGowan

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From dodgy hotels to top 50:Aussie’s not-so-glamorous rise to tennis stardom

From dodgy hotels to top 50:Aussie’s not-so-glamorous rise to tennis stardom

The Australian hits this week’s US Open in fine form,and proud that he has endured the hardships of life on the ATP tour to notch 100 career wins.

  • byMarc McGowan
US Open 2023:Stars in contention,how to watch,and why Novak is motivated

US Open 2023:Stars in contention,how to watch,and why Novak is motivated

Novak Djokovic returns from a two-year absence from the US Open to renew his rivalry with world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz,while Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are the leading chances in the women’s draw.

  • byMarc McGowan
A guaranteed minimum wage of $460,000? ‘Not enough’ says Nick Kyrgios

A guaranteed minimum wage of $460,000? ‘Not enough’ says Nick Kyrgios

A new proposal to ensure professional players receive money regardless of performance has split the game,with the Australian star believing players should be paid a larger amount.

  • bySimon Briggs
Sinner trumps the Demon:De Minaur climbs to No.12,remains positive despite Toronto loss

Sinner trumps the Demon:De Minaur climbs to No.12,remains positive despite Toronto loss

Alex de Minaur lost the Canadian Open final to Italy’s Jannik Sinner,but his improving form has him full of confidence in the lead-up to US Open.

  • byMarc McGowan
Rafter,Hewitt ... De Minaur? Australian eyes drought-breaking title

Rafter,Hewitt ... De Minaur? Australian eyes drought-breaking title

Not since 2003 has an Australian man won a Masters 1000 title,but Alex de Minaur is suddenly on the brink of the world top-10 and following in the footsteps of Australian tennis greats.

  • byMarc McGowan
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Kyrgios to fall out of top 100 as injury withdrawals continue ahead of US Open

Kyrgios to fall out of top 100 as injury withdrawals continue ahead of US Open

The US Open is only weeks away but Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios could miss a fourth-straight grand slam event as he battles to overcome injury.

  • byMarc McGowan
‘All the drinking and partying,I’m like 57’:Kyrgios’ timeline for tennis exit

‘All the drinking and partying,I’m like 57’:Kyrgios’ timeline for tennis exit

The 28-year-old injured Australian says he feels like he has the body of a 57-year-old because of his partying.

  • byRoger Vaughan andIan Chadband
Philippoussis fined,cops suspended ban for breaching betting rules

Philippoussis fined,cops suspended ban for breaching betting rules

The former US Open finalist,who did not contest the charge,has been fined $15,000 and given a suspended ban after being paid for a voiceover to promote a gaming company.

Changing of the guard:Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win Wimbledon men’s title
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Changing of the guard:Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win Wimbledon men’s title

Carlos Alcaraz has defeated Novak Djokovic to win the Wimbledon men’s singles title in a thrilling five-setter.

Is artificial intelligence about to replace line officials at Wimbledon?

Is artificial intelligence about to replace line officials at Wimbledon?

The director of the world’s most famous tennis tournament says it must balance “absolutely sacred” heritage to keep up with the times.

  • byRob Harris