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Influx of influencers leaves tennis fans frustrated at Australian Open
Many long-time tennis fans have levelled some frustration at the influx of influencers who have descended on Melbourne Park, as they battle long lines, overcrowding and increased ticket prices. Source link
De Minaur leaves polite persona in the rear-view mirror in demolition job
After years of playing nice, Alex de Minaur is done hearing all the noise, and has put himself in position to reach somewhere he’s never been. Source link
Five quick hits: A bloody nose, rising stars and Alcaraz's debt to Djokovic
On a day of blowout wins, Learner Tien could only be slowed by his own nosebleed and Iva Jovic proved she is a superstar of the future. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open. Source link
Australian Scotty James claims eighth X-Games gold on eve of Olympics
Scotty James has matched snowboard legend Shaun White by claiming his eighth superpipe gold medal at the X-Games Aspen 2026, making him a sure favourite for Olympic gold in Milano Cortina next month. Source link
'Me being me': Sabalenka's basic approach to being world number one
As another Australian Open title beckons, Aryna Sabalenka reveals why she has not changed since topping the world rankings. Source link
De Minaur demolishes Bublik to storm into quarterfinal date with Alcaraz
Alex de Minaur obliterates Alexander Bublik in straight sets on Rod Laver Arena, after superstars Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz progressed through to the last eight of the Australian Open. Source link
Scotland replaces Bangladesh in last-minute T20 World Cup switch
After weeks of uncertainty, Bangladesh officially withdraws from next month’s T20 World Cup due to security concerns, with Scotland called in for the tournament. Source link
Rod Laver's first arena: A backyard court where a legend was born
Like Donald Bradman’s tank stand, the backyard tennis court of Rod Laver’s youth has survived against the odds, but it is yet to be heritage listed. Source link
Five quick hits: Stan the man cracks a can as the Australian Open swelters
Stan Wawrinka bowed out from the Australian Open with a tear in his eye and a beer in his hand, while a grumpy Novak Djokovic set an incredible new benchmark. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open. Source link
Djokovic thrills and feuds with Aussie fans
Novak Djokovic shows once again that his relationship with Australian tennis fans is as complicated as it gets, turning a routine win into a full-blown drama. Source link