There are special plans in place for Ash Barty at the Australian Open. The retired champion is set to play a role before the women’s final.
This was Craig Tiley’s doomsday scenario. This was supposed to be the Australian Open’s coming-out party. But,now,no Nick Kyrgios either.
Where a year ago,the tennis started tentatively beneath a thick,Omicron fog,on Monday it felt as though the city’s mood had lifted before the first ball was hit.
His physiotherapist had one simple question for Nick Kyrgios. When he gave his answer,he knew he could not compete at the Open.
Trying to lead the Australian down the path of self-destruction on the court is a dangerous game. Awaken the sleeping giant at your peril.
Thanasi Kokkinakis believes some of Nick Kyrgios’ treatment is “unfair” as the Australian star comes to terms with everything he does being scrutinised.
Novak Djokovic no longer feels like people are painting him as a villain as he tries to win a record-extending 10th Australian Open title and join Rafael Nadal on 22 grand slam championships.
Rafael Nadal’s Australian Open defence will rest in part on his ability to adapt to “dead” tennis balls that are blunting the bounce he usually gets on his heavily top-spinning groundstrokes.
Although Nick Kyrgios’ relationship with Novak Djokovic is repaired,the Australian star has no regrets about an inflammatory interview in which he was heavily critical of the Serbian superstar’s character and demeanour.
The last man to beat Novak Djokovic has declared he is “not afraid” if a blockbuster third-round Australian Open showdown with Nick Kyrgios eventuates.
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