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Naomi Osaka took to Rod Laver Arena in a white, flowy jellyfish fashion piece on day three as Gael Monfils waved goodbye to Melbourne Park. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open. Source link

On this day in 1998, Venus and Serena Williams faced off for the first time at a Grand Slam tournament, starting an iconic sibling rivalry that would last two decades.  Source link

British rider Sam Watson claimed a blisteringly quick Tour Down Under prologue time-trial victory, but Jay Vine took significant time out of his rivals. Source link

Hobart’s quest for back-to-back Big Bash titles has copped two major blows with captain Nathan Ellis and Test player Jake Weatherald to miss the Hurricanes’ knockout final against Melbourne Renegades. Source link

Hawthorn star Will Day is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder during pre-season training and undergoing surgery. Source link

A few months ago, Indiana had the worst record in college football history, and while the Sooners have completed one of the greatest rises in American sports to win the national championship against Miami, it came following a tough moment for an Australian import.  Source link

Maya Joint’s first Australian Open appearance as a seed did not go according to plan, following a straight-sets defeat on Tuesday. Source link

According to Jessica Pegula, sometimes it is best to stay out of your opponent’s way when you are sharing the same locker room. Source link

The former Australian captain is back in the fold for another World Cup, except this time he will be on the sidelines as one of the team’s coaches. Source link

Seeing Naomi Osaka don a jellyfish-inspired outfit was one highlight of day three of the tournament, however two plucky Australians — Dane Sweeny and James Duckworth also put on a show. Source link