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Danielle Collins gives verdict on women’s five-set matches at 2027 Australian Open

There could be a significant change to the women’s format at the Australian Open starting in 2027. Craig Tiley has mentioned that the Australian Open is considering a shift to best-of-five sets for women, following two thrilling five-set men’s semi-finals at this year’s event.

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Naomi Osaka and Other Stars Withdraw From Doha

The first WTA Masters 1000 event of the year is less than a week away, and injuries have already dramatically reshaped the field. The 2026 Qatar TotalEnergies Open will be without several of the sport's biggest stars.

Tennis News / HITC / February 3

The stat that shows Carlos Alcaraz is ahead of both Jannik Sinner and Roger Federer

So what is it that has made Alcaraz so dominant on the sport’s biggest stages? There’s one stat that may tell the story… He’s also the youngest male player to complete a career Grand Slam and just the sixth in the Open Era to have done so, joining an elite list that includes Rod Laver, Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / February 3

Carlos Alcaraz Drops the Mic (and the Racket): Why Skipping Rotterdam Is a Masterstroke

The confetti has barely settled on the blue courts of Melbourne, and the tennis world is already buzzing with a new headline. But this time, it isn’t about a forehand winner or a trophy lift.

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The 'Women's Australian Open winners' quiz

Can you name every women's Australian Open tennis champion in the Open Era?Note: The Open was moved from January to December in 1977, so there were two Opens played in that year. It was moved again in 1986 from December to January, so there was no Open played in 1986.

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Aryna Sabalenka News / Total Apex Sports / February 3

Ukrainian Star Oleksandra Oliynykova Rejects Handshake With Another Russian Star After Aryna Sabalenka Snub

Sports have always been about more than just the score at the end of the match. Sometimes, the most powerful moments happen between the points, or in this case, before the match even begins.

John McEnroe News / Total Apex Sports / February 3

'Back Off, Buddy': Inside the John McEnroe Airport Meltdown That Has Everyone Talking

We have all been there. You are exhausted, your feet hurt, you are navigating the chaos of a busy terminal, and all you want to do is get through security and go home.

Stan Wawrinka News / HITC / February 3

Stan Wawrinka to play Final Gstaad Open, farewell party planned

Stan Wawrinka’s run at the Australian Open came to an end in the third round, where he lost to Taylor Fritz in four sets. The Swiss veteran, competing in his final appearance at the tournament, had earlier picked up wins over Laslo Djere and Arthur Gea before running into Fritz.

Emma Raducanu News / HITC / February 3

Emma Raducanu admits nerves after tennis legend turns up for latest match

Emma Raducanu has got off to a solid start in her first tournament appearance since the Australian Open. Her campaign in Melbourne ended with a second-round loss, which also meant missing out on a high-profile matchup against Aryna Sabalenka, who is currently ranked number one in the world.

Tennis News / HITC / February 3

Coco Gauff and Maria Sharapova react as Carlos Alcaraz seals Australian Open title

Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open victory is not just another trophy in the cabinet – it is a moment that solidifies his place among the game’s all-time great young talents.

Tennis News / HITC / February 3

Mike Tyson once told Logan Paul his ‘favorite’ Novak Djokovic losing to Carlos Alcaraz makes him mad

Mike Tyson’s frustration over Carlos Alcaraz repeatedly beating Novak Djokovic has resurfaced following another Grand Slam final defeat. The former heavyweight champion first shared his feelings during a podcast appearance back in 2024, when he shared his admiration for Djokovic.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

ATP Montpellier Day 2 Predictions Including Martin Damm vs Hubert Hurkacz

The ATP Tour moves on from a highly successful Australian Open to the continent of Europe for the Montpellier Open played on indoor hard courts. As ever, we preview and predict all the scheduled matches for you.

Anna Blinkova News / Field Level Media / February 2

WTA roundup: Nikola Bartunkova bounces 3rd-seeded Anna Blinkova in Ostrava

Local competitor Nikola Bartunkova delivered a pleasant surprise to the fans in attendance when she knocked off No. 3 seed Anna Blinkova of Russia 6-4, 6-4 in the opening round of the Ostrava Open in Ostrava, Czech Republic on Monday.

Roberto Bautista Agut News / Field Level Media / February 2

Roberto Bautista Agut rallies twice to win Montpellier opener

Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain battled back from losing the opening set to beat Australia's Christopher O'Connell 5-7, 6-3, 7-5 in opening-round action of the Open Occitanie on Monday in Montpellier, France.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

ATP Montpellier Day 2 Predictions Including Hubert Hurkacz vs Martin Damm

Montpelier has traditionally followed the Australian Open for a long time now but even so it always manages to deliver some very interesting and high quality indoor ATP tennis every year and this edition will surely not be an exception.

Clara Tauson News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

WTA Abu Dhabi Day 3 Predictions Including Clara Tauson vs Simona Waltert

The tennis at the WTA Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open will ramp up on Tuesday, with just four matches on the schedule. Quarterfinal spots are on the line, with four seeded players taking to the court.

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Tennis News / HITC / February 2

Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina make tennis history after the Australian Open

The Australian Open has now reached its conclusion, with Elena Rybakina and Carlos Alcaraz emerging as the champions of the hard-court Grand Slam. Rybakina exacted revenge on Aryna Sabalenka, turning the tide from their Australian Open final back in 2023, which the Belarusian won.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

ATP Montpellier Best Bets Including Hurkacz vs Damm

Hurkacz – Damm: 03.02.2026 14:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Hubert Hurkacz has won three of his last five matches. The last match he played was at the Australian Open, where he lost to Quinn in the second round in straight sets.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

ATP Montpellier Best Bets Including Humbert vs Van de Zandschulp

Basilashvili – Nardi: 04.02.2026 Time TBA H2H: first meeting Nikoloz Basilashvili has lost four of his last five matches. Last week in Quimper, Basilashvili lost to Faurel in the 1/8-Finals in straight sets.

Ugo Humbert News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

ATP Montpellier Day 2 Predictions Including Ugo Humbert vs Botic van de Zandschulp

The ATP Tour moves on to the post Australian Open leg of the tour with a number of players heading to France for ATP Montpellier for the start of the indoor hard court season.

Elena Rybakina News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

WTA Power Rankings: A New Queen in Melbourne Elena Rybakina

The first Grand Slam of the season has come and gone, and a new champion has emerged from the chaos. After falling agonizingly short of winning the Australian Open a few years ago, Elena Rybakina finally broke through, handing Aryna Sabalenka her second consecutive final loss in Melbourne.