‘Consumed me’: why de Minaur is relaxed ahead of Open
World No.6 Alex de Minaur has never been ranked higher entering a grand slam and has rarely been more relaxed either ahead of his 10th Australian Open tilt.
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American awaits Medvedev in Open tune-up
Brandon Nakashima will face resurgent Russian Daniil Medvedev in his first final since 2022 after beating fellow American Aleksandar Kovacevic in Brisbane.
Kostyuk’s statement win sets up Sabalenka final duel
Aryna Sabalenka was in ominous form to reach another Brisbane International final, but Marta Kostyuk's drubbing of Jessica Pegula showed she'll be no pushover.
Aussie brains behind ‘sceptical’ Medvedev overhaul
Daniil Medvedev on his new Australian coach, how he's playing like a top-five player again and why he's not thinking about Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz.
US trio join battling Medvedev in Brisbane semis
Russia's three-time Australian Open finalist Daniil Medvedev has had to work for a spot in the Brisbane International semi-finals alongside three Americans.
Poles apart: hosts Australia bomb out of United Cup
Lion-hearted Alex de Minaur did all he could to help Australia win their United Cup quarter-final, but Poland have come out on top to reach the semis in Sydney.
Young pair get Australian Open lead-up wildcards
Two Australian rookies have been granted wildcards for the Hobart International ahead of the first grand slam of the year in Melbourne.
Revenge for Sabalenka as contenders queue in Brisbane
Aryna Sabalenka got one back on Australian Open conqueror Madison Keys, while Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk notched another upset win to book a Brisbane semi-final.
Kyrgios makes Australian Open singles call
Returning from injury, Nick Kyrgios has spoken with Australian Open organisers and made the call not to use a wildcard to play singles this year.
‘Love watching her’: Barty salutes new Aussie Open seed
Teenage star Maya Joint will be the first home women's seed at the Australian Open since former world No.1 Ash Barty broke a 44-year title drought in 2022.
Brave Hijikata last Aussie to fall in Brisbane
Rinky Hijikata's three-set loss to big-serving Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard means there are no Australians left in the Brisbane International singles.
‘It’s insane’: Sabalenka unloads on WTA over schedule
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the Brisbane International quarter-finals before taking aim at the WTA over the length of the season.
Wildcard debate: Wawrinka hopes for injury-free Kyrgios
Retiring veteran Stan Wawrinka was all class when discussing the wildcard debate surrounding Nick Kyrgios, putting aside the pair's acrimonious past.
Special Ks downed but crowd get their money’s worth
In what was a rollercoaster ride, Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have suffered a heartbreaking doubles defeat at the Brisbane International.
Aussie teen targets top 100 after Brisbane breakthrough
Emerson Jones, just 17, will take confidence into the Australian Open after a brave loss to world No.17 Liudmila Samsonova at the Brisbane International.
Medvedev credits coaches as he serves it up in Brisbane
Daniil Medvedev has continued an impressive build up to the Australian Open with a straight-sets win over Frances Tiafoe at the Brisbane International.
De Minaur reveals reasoning for ‘brutal’ Davis Cup call
Australia's soon-to-be world No.5 Alex de Minaur has detailed the reasons behind the toughest decision of his professional tennis career.
Hijikata fires to fly flag in Brisbane
Rinky Hijikata is the only Australian male through to the second round of the Brisbane International, as Alja Tomljanovic fell short of a third-round berth.
De Minaur dazzles as Australia reach Cup quarter-finals
Twin wins from world No.6 Alex de Minaur have dragged Australia off the canvas and into the United Cup quarter-finals with a do-or-die victory over Czechia.
‘That’s just the reality’: Kyrgios upbeat despite exit
Nick Kyrgios has come to terms with his physical state but still wants to ramp up his singles activity this year after a 66-minute loss in his ATP Tour return.
Sabalenka, Keys on track for quarter-final blockbuster
Australian Open finalists Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka won second round Brisbane International matches to move closer to a juicy rematch.
Players take home larger Australian Open prize pool
Players in the main draw of the Australian Open are guaranteed to collect at least $150,000 while the men's and women's champions will now bag $4.15 million.
‘Sicko’ Kyrgios soaks it up in latest comeback
Fit and philosophical, Nick Kyrgios has promised the full "Kyrgios experience" ahead of his Australian return in Brisbane.
Gauff goes from cold to hot as US make quarter-finals
The US are on track to defend their United Cup crown after locking in a quarter-final berth on a topsy-turvy day for Taylor Fritz and Coco Gauff.
Popyrin falls as Aussie men battle in Brisbane
Alexei Popyrin joined countrymen James Duckworth and Dane Sweeny as a first-round loser on a tough day for local men at the Brisbane International.
Teenager Jones takes top-50 scalp as Aussie women shine
Emerson Jones, still just 17, joined fellow Gold Coasters Kimberly Birrell and Olivia Gadecki as a winner in Brisbane, taking a top-50 scalp in style.
Special reunion as patched-up Kokkinakis enters unknown
Reunited with Nick Kyrgios, Thanasi Kokkinakis was encouraged by his performance after a year on the sidelines with an injury that required radical surgery.
‘Want to pay back’: Kasatkina in emotional home debut
Daria Kasatkina held back tears as she walked onto a home court for the first time as an Australian before falling in a tight and emotional three-setter.
Raducanu pulls out as Osaka’s Japan make Brits sweat
Emma Raducanu sat out Great Britain's United Cup opener as Japan, behind Naomi Osaka, took the favourites to the wire.
De Minaur’s Ruud awakening – but Storm leads Aussie win
Alex de Minaur has started his Australian Open preparation with a United Cup defeat to Casper Ruud, but Storm Hunter starred in their opening win over Norway.
Start at zero: Keys not retracing steps in Open defence
Madison Keys was a popular winner in the form of her life at Melbourne Park last year, but she has changed things up ahead of her Australian Open defence.