3 h. ago Man United told Michael Carrick's next big test as Gary Lineker makes contract claim

Michael Carrick has won back-to-back matches as Manchester United interim boss but has been told his next big test lies ahead

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9 h. ago Australian Open Tennis 2026 Quarter Finals: Prize money, full draw, Tuesday schedule, how to watch, odds

The action is heating up in Melbourne.

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10 h. ago Novak Djokovic's next opponent without coach and physio as team fly home mid

Novak Djokovic returns to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open and his opponent is operating with a major disadvantage

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10 h. ago World No 1 Carlos Alcaraz caught using a BANNED device ahead of Australian Open showdown with Alex de Minaur

World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz was ordered to remove a banned fitness tracker before his Australian Open fourth-round match, sparking a rules debate ahead of his quarter-final against Alex de Minaur

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10 h. ago How Alex de Minaur can beat Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open quarter

The home favourite has taken his speed and returns to new levels in Melbourne, but it’s his serve that will be key against world No 1 Alex de Minaur went into his quarter-final with Jannik Sinner at the 2025 Australian Open hopeful that he could make life difficult for the defending champion. Not only did that not happen, but the manner of his one-sided defeat left him wondering if he really had the game to trouble the top players.Fast forward a year and the Australian again finds himself in the last eight, again facing one of the sport’s superstars, this time Carlos Alcaraz. As with Sinner, the head to head doesn’t make pretty reading for De Minaur, with Alcaraz leading 5-0. This, though, is their first grand slam meeting and there is a growing feeling that things can be different. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Inglis to splash out on new toaster ‘and maybe the kettle’ after Swiatek ends Melbourne run

Qualifier leaves with $480k after 0-6, 3-6 defeatInglis exit ends Australian interest in women’s singlesMaddison Inglis leaves Melbourne Park with a lot, including the high-end toaster she’s always wanted. There is pride, having reached the round of 16 at the Australian Open, but also disappointment. In the biggest match of the local qualifier’s career, the world No 2 Iga Swiatek proved too polished, securing a 6-0, 6-3 victory on Monday night.The result leaves no more local players in the women’s singles draw. In the men’s singles, there is only Alex de Minaur, who plays top seed Carlos Alcaraz on Tuesday evening. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner break rule as Australian Open champ forced into forfeit

All you need to know about how a busy day in the Australian Open including a code violation, a bizarre forfeit and the banning of one of sports' most popular trackers

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13 h. ago ‘Data is not steroids’: Why were Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz banned from wearing fitness trackers at Australian Open?

Sinner, Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka have been caught wearing fitness trackers during their matches at the Australian Open

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13 h. ago Jannik Sinner forced to remove banned device by Australian Open chiefs hours after Carlos Alcaraz also busted

JANNIK SINNER was ordered to take off a banned device ahead of his Australian Open fourth round clash. The Italian, 24, took on compatriot Luciano Darderi for a place in the last eight in Melbourne. As he walked out onto Margaret Court Arena for the contest, Sinner appeared to be wearing a Whoop fitness tracker....

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14 h. ago Former Grand Slam winner embarks on new job in totally different sport after splitting from Carlos Alcaraz

FORMER Grand Slam winner Juan Carlos Ferrero is embarking on a new career path - after splitting from Carlos Alcaraz. He is set to work with young Spanish golfer Angel Ayora as he begins work in a completely different field. The French Open winner - who also won multiple ATP Tour singles titles - is...

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14 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz's former coach confirms career change in new job after shock split

Juan Carlos Ferrero has announced his new role after ending his seven-year coaching partnership with tennis star Carlos Alcaraz

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14 h. ago Jannik Sinner eases past Luciano Darderi to reach Australian Open quarter

The two-time defending champion maintained his perfect record against fellow Italians with victory over Luciano Darderi.

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16 h. ago Jannik Sinner ordered to remove banned device moments before Australian Open match

Sinner was spotted wearing a Whoop device, after Carlos Alcaraz was also busted by tournament officials

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20 h. ago World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz caught using a BANNED device ahead of Australian Open showdown with Alex de Minaur

World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz was ordered to remove a banned fitness tracker before his Australian Open fourth-round match, sparking a rules debate ahead of his quarter-final against Alex de Minaur

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30 h. ago Tennis rivals' feelings on Novak Djokovic speak volumes after 'attitude and ego' comment

John McEnroe has given his verdict on how tennis rivals feel about Novak Djokovic

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34 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz victory, Coco Gauff win, Novak Djokovic walkover

The fourth round of the Australian Open in the men's and women's singles took place on Sunday in Melbourne

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34 h. ago Home hope De Minaur destroys Bublik at Australian Open to set up Alcaraz showdown

Australian wins 6-4, 6-1, 6-1 on Rod Laver ArenaDe Minaur will meet world No 1 on hottest day since 2020Fuelled by revenge, dismissing doubters and upturning narratives, Alex de Minaur is within reach of somewhere he has never been. The home hope blitzed his bogeyman Alexander Bublik in just 92 minutes on Sunday night to book a place in his seventh grand slam quarter-final, and a tantalising showdown with the top seed Carlos Alcaraz.Sunday’s match finished in a blink, 6-4, 6-1, 6-1, before the sun went down over a surprisingly chilly Rod Laver Arena that left the Kazakhstani cussing to his coach about the conditions. Continue reading...

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36 h. ago Novak Djokovic enjoys another big slice of luck as Serbian star is handed a walkover through to the Australian Open quarter

The day after he narrowly avoided disqualification after whacking a ball inches from a ball girl's head, Novak Djokovic received another hefty slice of luck.

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36 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz serves up lesson with Australian Open dismissal of Paul

World No 1 claims 7-6 (6), 6-4, 7-5 victory over 19th seedPlayer been making significant changes to service motionCarlos Alcaraz spent the final 52 minutes of his fourth-round match at the Australian Open chasing down his prey, determined to convert his two-set lead into a straightforward win against Tommy Paul.As he worked hard to secure the decisive break in set three, Alcaraz put together a flawless serving performance. He won 86% of his first serve points in the set, landing 76% of his first serves. He did not even come close to facing a break point, losing just five service points in total. Alcaraz, the world No 1, closed out his 7-6 (6), 6-4, 7-5 win over the 19th seed Paul with an unreturned serve. Continue reading...

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38 h. ago John McEnroe left with egg on his face after Novak Djokovic put his conspiracy theory to bed

John McEnroe's controversial comments landed Novak Djokovic at the centre of an Australian Open conspiracy theory

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