Nadal in Melbourne, announces ‘Here I am’
Rafael Nadal has allayed fears that he could miss the Australian Open following his brush with COVID-19 by announcing his arrival in Melbourne.
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Zverev well-placed for Aust Open charge
Australian Open hope Alexander Zverev thinks he's better positioned to build on his ATP Finals victory next year compared to when he last won the title in 2018.
Demon eager for tough ATP Cup task
Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur will have his hands full in the ATP Cup from Sunday, while James Duckworth hopes to cement his newly-franked top-50 status.
Ruud awakening for ATP Cup underdog Norway
Casper Ruud announced himself in Norway's ATP Cup debut in 2020 and will return two years later with a target on his back as a top-10 talent.
Stosur to end singles career at Aust Open
Australia's US Open winner and former world No.4 Samantha Stosur will retire from singles competition after next month's Australian Open.
Kyrgios’ path to Aust Open confirmed
Nick Kyrgios has accepted a Sydney Tennis Classic wildcard, his final stop ahead of an Australian Open that could be without a host of top talents.
Tennis star COVID positive in Sydney
Canada's Dennis Shapovalov says he had tested positive for COVID-19 after arriving in Sydney ahead of the Australian tennis summer.
Andy Murray earns Australian Open wildcard
Andy Murray has been handed a wildcard into the Australian Open, ensuring his first appearance at the tennis grand slam tournament since 2019.
Djokovic wants to play at the Open: Tiley
Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says world No.1 and nine-times champion Novak Djokovic wants to play in Melbourne despite not revealing his vaccination status.
Ash Barty crowned ITF 2021 world champion
Ash Barty has been crowned the International Tennis Federation women's world champion for 2021 after her triumphant Wimbledon-winning season.
Berrettini backs Aus Open vax mandate
Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini, the world No.7, has said he supports the demand for competitors at the Australian Open to be fully vaccinated.
Corruption bans for six Moroccan players
A Moroccan tennis player has been given a life ban, and five compatriots lengthy suspensions, after being found guilty of offences related to match-fixing.
Alcott eyes prime-time grand slam send-off
Next year's Australian Open quad wheelchair final will be the feature match on Rod Laver Arena on Thursday afternoon for the first time.