5 hours ago Nick Kyrgios vs Jacob Fearnley start time: When is Australian Open match?

Fearnley, from Edinburgh, makes his Australian Open debut against the returning Kyrgios

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15 hours ago Novak Djokovic’s claim he ate ‘poisoned’ food in 2022 Melbourne hotel detention ‘possible but very unlikely’, experts say

Doubt cast on tennis former world number one’s comments in GQ interview as debate reopens about handling of visa sagaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastExperts have cast doubt on Novak Djokovic’s claim that he was “poisoned” by the food he ate in hotel immigration detention during his Australian Open visa saga, suggesting it is possible but unlikely.Interviews with the former world number one ahead of the 2025 Australian Open have reopened public debate about the chain of events in 2022, with Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios saying his home country had “treated [Djokovic] like shit” by cancelling his visa in 2022.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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27 hours ago Novak Djokovic claims he was ‘poisoned’ after being detained during Australian Open in 2022

The 24-time grand slam champion spent time in quarantine after admitting to making a false statement on a travel document in 2022

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36 hours ago The big question standing between Jack Draper and a pivotal next step in 2025

The British No 1 had a breakthrough 2024 season but has already withdrawn from events in 2025 ahead of the start of the Australian Open this Sunday

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32 hours ago Small detail in this photo of reigning Australian Open champions proves just how well paid tennis's best stars are

Both are hot favourites to once again clinch their titles, with world No 1, Sabalenka, riding an excellent vein of form coming into the next fortnight, having won at the Brisbane International.

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6 hours ago When does the Austrialian Open tennis start? Schedule, seeds, prize money, draw, odds, how to watch

The world’s best tennis players are preparing to do battle in Melbourne for the first Grand Slam tournament of the year.

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37 hours ago Andy Murray reveals story behind Novak Djokovic coaching call: ‘My wife was surprised’

Murray could not resist the offer of teaming up with the 24-time grand slam champion ahead of the Australian Open

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39 hours ago Australian Open draw: Novak Djokovic handed monster route as Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper learn fate

Djokovic could face Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals, while Alexander Zverev a possible opponent in the semi-finals and Jannik Sinner on the opposite side of the draw

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9 hours ago Laura Robson excited to see Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray work together

Murray’s coaching gig with his former rival is the talk of Melbourne Park.

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11 hours ago Emma Raducanu bitten by 'jumping ants' but refuses to treat wounds due to doping test fears

British tennis star Emma Raducanu's preparations for the Australian Open were disrupted when she was bitten during time off from practice in Melbourne - just days out from the tournament

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13 hours ago Returning Nick Kyrgios claims tennis has become ‘mundane’ in his absence

The 29-year-old is set to play in his home grand slam at the Australian Open for the first time in three years

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14 hours ago Why Andy Murray walked away from retirement to face Novak Djokovic’s tantrums

Murray and Djokovic’s blockbuster partnership ensures one thing ahead of the Australian Open, as his young rivals grow ever stronger

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14 hours ago How to watch Masters snooker 2025: Live stream, TV channel, draw and prize money

The games biggest stars are eyeing glory at the first major event of 2025 marking 50 years of the Masters

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14 hours ago Returning Nick Kyrgios says tennis has become ‘mundane’ ahead of Australian Open

The 29-year-old is set to play in his home grand slam for the first time in three years.

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19 hours ago Nick Kyrgios wants to shake up ‘mundane’ tennis ahead of Australian Open return

The 29-year-old is set to play in his home grand slam for the first time in three years.

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33 hours ago Australian Open: Andy Murray insists he is ready to take any Novak Djokovic on

Murray was often emotional towards his box and now finds himself on the other side of the equation

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35 hours ago Emma Raducanu handed nightmare Australian Open draw as young Brit gets Nick Kyrgios

World No.86 Jacob Fearnley will face Nick Kyrgios in his home Grand Slam as the Aussie bad boy returns to action after two years on the sidelines, but it's bad news for Emma Raducanu's hopes of making a splash in Melbourne

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36 hours ago Murray ready to be on the end of any Djokovic outbursts at Australian Open

Both players well known for fiery demeanour on court‘I’m fine with him expressing himself how he wants’Andy Murray says he would be absolutely fine with receiving any angry outbursts of emotion or venting on-court from Novak Djokovic, his new coaching charge, as the two former longtime rivals prepare for their first tournament together on the same team at the Australian Open.“Of course, I’ve thought about it,” said Murray to a group of British tennis journalists on Thursday in Melbourne. “I would think that I’d be one of the people that would maybe hopefully understand that side of things. I know it’s not easy out there, and it’s stressful, and at times he’s going to want to vent towards his team and his box. Provided that he’s giving his best effort and trying as hard as he can, I’m absolutely fine with him expressing himself how he wants.” Continue reading...

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36 hours ago Scotland's new tennis sensation lands epic first round draw at Australian Open

Kyrgios lies in wait in blockbuster maiden match in Melbourne

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38 hours ago Australian Open draw: British debutant Jacob Fearnley handed Nick Kyrgios blockbuster

World No86 will face returning home favourite in first round, provided Kyrgios is fit enough to compete

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38 hours ago Australian Open draw: Emma Raducanu on early collision course with Iga Swiatek

Former world No 10 faces Ekaterina Alexandrova in first roundCarlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic could meet in last eightEmma Raducanu will hope to start the new tennis season strongly as she faces Ekaterina Alexandrova, the 26th seed, in a challenging but winnable first-round match at the Australian Open after being unable to compete in the opening week of the season due to a back injury.Since travelling to Melbourne, Raducanu has trained normally on the tournament grounds and has looked in good shape during her public training sessions. On Tuesday, Raducanu competed against the 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a practice set on Rod Laver Arena, which she won. Continue reading...

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38 hours ago Australian Open draw: Emma Raducanu on early collision course with Swiatek

Former world No 10 faces Alexandrova in first roundCarlos Alcaraz and Djokovic could meet in last eightEmma Raducanu will hope to start the new tennis season strongly as she faces Ekaterina Alexandrova, the 26th seed, in a challenging but winnable first-round match at the Australian Open after being unable to compete in the opening week of the season due to a back injury.Since travelling to Melbourne, Raducanu has trained normally on the tournament grounds and has looked in good shape during her public training sessions. On Tuesday, Raducanu competed against the 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a practice set on Rod Laver Arena, which she won. Continue reading...

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39 hours ago Rising British star set for blockbuster Australian Open debut against Nick Kyrgios

Jacob Fearnley was ranked outside the world’s top 600 last year but has qualified for the Australian Open for the first time

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