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January 14th, 2019

Murray Falls In Thrilling Final Australian Open Match; Federer, Nadal Advance

Andy Murray fittingly gave it his all in his final match at the Australian Open.

Posted by Staff @ 9:01 am in Australian Open | 12 Comments »

January 14th, 2019

Sharapova, Kerber, Wozniacki Winners At Australian Open; Williams On Tap Tuesday

The three former champions in the women’s draw all cruised in their Rod Laver openers on Monday in Melbourne.

Posted by Staff @ 8:13 am in Australian Open | 1 Comment »

January 12th, 2019

Murray Opens Farewell Australian Open Monday; Federer, Nadal, Wozniacki On Court

Andy Murray begins his final Australian Open Monday in Melbourne.

Posted by Staff @ 11:06 pm in Australian Open | 43 Comments »

January 12th, 2019

Preview: Serena Is Back, But So Is Everyone Else At The Australian Open

Last year a mere six players had a crack at leaving Australia with the No. 1 ranking. The 2019 Australian just told 2018 to hold its beer.

Posted by Jeremy Davis @ 8:39 pm in Australian Open | Comments Off on Preview: Serena Is Back, But So Is Everyone Else At The Australian Open

January 12th, 2019

Alexander Zverev Thinks He’s Found The Answer To His Grand Slam Woes

Alexander Zverev admits his ankle is swollen, but still has until Tuesday before he plays.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 1:01 am in Australian Open | Comments Off on Alexander Zverev Thinks He’s Found The Answer To His Grand Slam Woes

January 11th, 2019

Rafael Nadal: I Feel Good, If I Am Not Feeling Good, I Will Not Be Here

Rafael Nadal confirms he has a new service motion which will debut on Monday.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 11:22 pm in Australian Open | Comments Off on Rafael Nadal: I Feel Good, If I Am Not Feeling Good, I Will Not Be Here

January 11th, 2019

Nick Kyrgios: Realistically, I Could Be Top 10 At The End Of 2019

World No. 51 Nick Kyrgios is targeting a Top 10 bid in 2019.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 11:12 pm in Australian Open | 1 Comment »

January 10th, 2019

Teary Andy Murray Announces Wimbledon Retirement, But It Could Come Sooner

The Australian Open could be Andy Murray’s final event.

Posted by Staff @ 8:13 pm in Australian Open | 38 Comments »

January 10th, 2019

Australian Open Men’s Draw: Can Anyone Stop A Djokovic v Federer Final?

Sean Randall handicaps the men’s draw at the French Open. Borna Coric in the semifinals?

Posted by Sean Randall @ 8:07 am in Australian Open | 9 Comments »

January 9th, 2019

Novak Djokovic And A Poor-Moving Andy Murray Played A Practice Match Today At The Australian Open

6-1, 4-1 for Novak Djokovic over a less-than-convincing Andy Murray in a practice match at the Australian Open today.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 11:16 pm in Australian Open | 23 Comments »

January 9th, 2019

Australian Open Seeds Announced: Djokovic, Halep Lead Way

Novak Djokovic is the top seed for a fifth time at the Australian Open.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 10:31 pm in Australian Open | 1 Comment »

December 31st, 2018

Juan Martin Del Potro Withdraws From The Australian Open

The first big name to pull out of the Australian Open is world No. 5 Juan Martin del Potro.

Posted by Staff @ 11:11 pm in Australian Open | 7 Comments »

December 29th, 2018

Australian Open Updated Its Heat Policy

When it’s too hot, the men will now get a break between the third and fourth sets in Melbourne.

Posted by Staff @ 10:30 am in Australian Open | Comments Off on Australian Open Updated Its Heat Policy

January 28th, 2018

Marin Cilic: My Ultimate Goal Is To Reach No. 1

Marin Cilic meets the press.

Posted by Staff @ 10:02 am in Australian Open | 9 Comments »

January 28th, 2018

Roger Federer: Getting To 20 Is Very, Very Special

Roger Federer meets the press in Melbourne.

Posted by Staff @ 9:58 am in Australian Open | 76 Comments »