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Andy Roddick explains why Madison Keys may benefit from AO loss

After Madison Keys’ recent exit from the Australian Open, Andy Roddick had a few interesting things to say about where she stands right now. It wasn’t an especially remarkable run for Keys, who came into the tournament as defending champion, but there were still positives to take from it.

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Coco Gauff explains the Serena Williams lesson she took from Australian Open setback

Coco Gauff is out of the Australian Open after a surprising loss to Elina Svitolina in the quarter-finals. Gauff smashed her racket right after the defeat at Rod Laver Arena, where Svitolina wrapped up the match in just 59 minutes.

Tennis News / HITC / January 27

John Isner believes Novak Djokovic has received a significant boost in Australia

Novak Djokovic might start to believe that this tournament is the one he has been waiting for, as his pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title continues. Since winning his last major at the 2023 US Open, he has been unable to get past two players: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

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The 'Women's Australian Open champs' 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 / HITC / January 27

Aryna Sabalenka reveals what she would gift Carlos Alcaraz for his birthday that they share on the same day

Aryna Sabalenka thinks she has the perfect gift idea for Carlos Alcaraz’s birthday this year. Sabalenka is the world number one like Alcaraz, but they also share something else in common.

Jannik Sinner News / HITC / January 27

Alex de Minaur still believes he can beat Alcaraz or Sinner after Australian Open exit

Alex de Minaur was knocked out of the Australian Open quarterfinals by Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets. Going into the match, De Minaur had already struggled against Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, losing all 18 of his previous meetings with them.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Can Ben Shelton Upset Jannik Sinner?

Ben Shelton is consistently delivering top results at the Majors and has established himself as the leading light of American men’s tennis. The 23-year-old is into yet another quarterfinal at the Australian Open as he looks to reach the semi finals for the second time in a row.

Daniil Medvedev News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Are Daniil Medvedev’s Days At The Top Numbered?

Daniil Medvedev’s Australian Open run came to an abrupt halt at the round of 16 with a 4-6 0-6 3-6 loss to Learner Tien. It marks the fifth straight Grand Slam without a quarterfinals appearance for the former world #1.

Tennis News / HITC / January 27

Ben Shelton claimed to have one trait which is exactly like Carlos Alcaraz

Ben Shelton has been enjoying a superb Australian Open campaign, storming all the way to the quarterfinals. Shelton was handed a very difficult draw in Melbourne, but he has managed to overcome every hurdle in his way so far.

Coco Gauff News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Is Coco Gauff a truly elite player?

Coco Gauff has reached heights that most players never will. Her US Open triumph wasn’t a fluke or a fortunate draw, she was genuinely exceptional during that run.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Carlos Alcaraz Buries Quarterfinal Ghosts to Reach First Australian Open Semifinal

World #1 Carlos Alcaraz is into his first-ever Australian Open semifinal after defeating home-crowd favourite Alex de Minaur 7-5 6-2 6-1 in the quarterfinals.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Australian Open Semifinalists – Alexander Zverev Evolves and Carlos Alcaraz Arrives

Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz secured their spots in the Australian Open semifinals with victories that, on the surface, surprised no one. Both were the favourites and both delivered.

Tennis News / HITC / January 27

Carlos Alcaraz hits another milestone that only Nadal and Djokovic reached quicker

Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time after a straight-sets win over Alex de Minaur on Tuesday. The Spaniard looked comfortable throughout the match, coming away with a 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 victory at Rod Laver Arena.

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Tennis News / HITC / January 27

Tim Henman stunned by message Coco Gauff got from her coach during Australian Open loss

Coco Gauff’s run at the Australian Open has come to an end, after a quarterfinal defeat to Elina Svitolina. Svitolina cruised past the two-time Grand Slam winner 6-1, 6-2 at Rod Laver Arena in a strong showing.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 27

Alex de Minaur's problem isn't his tennis, it's our expectations

Alex de Minaur didn't fall short in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, he ran into the world No. 1. His results may feel repetitious, but his consistency tells a different story, one worth appreciating.

Alexander Zverev News / Field Level Media / January 27

Alexander Zverev downs Learner Tien in Australian Open quarters

Still seeking his first Grand Slam championship, Alexander Zverev is through to the semifinals of the Australian Open for the third year in a row. The third-seeded German defeated 25th-seeded Learner Tien of the United States 6-3, 6-7 (5), 6-1, 7-6 (3) on Tuesday in Melbourne.

Naomi Osaka News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / January 26

Naomi Osaka ‘still processing’ withdrawing from Australian Open

Naomi Osaka is breaking her silence following her withdrawal from the Australian Open. “It was a really sad decision for me,” Naomi told TNT Sports on Jan.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 26

Aryna Sabalenka routs Iva Jovic to reach Australian Open semis

Top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka is through to a sixth consecutive Grand Slam semifinal after routing 29th-seeded Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0 on Tuesday in the Australian Open at Melbourne.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 26

Ben Shelton Beats Casper Ruud At Australian Open To Punch Ticket To Quarterfinals

On a Monday in Melbourne that felt more like a prize fight than a tennis match, Ben Shelton didn’t just play tennis; he orchestrated a moment. In a clash that had Rod Laver Arena buzzing, Shelton dug deep to rally past Casper Ruud, securing his spot in the Australian Open quarterfinals for the third time in four years.

Tennis News / NAI Sports / January 26

Pegula knocks Keys out, faces Anisimova in quarters

Jessica Pegula knocked podcast pal and defending champion Madison Keys out of the Australian Open on Monday and moved into a quarterfinal against Amanda Anisimova, another all-American match.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 26

Jessica Pegula ends Madison Keys' repeat bid at Australian Open

A year after winning her first career Grand Slam in Australia, Madison Keys saw her bid for a repeat end on Monday at the hands of another American looking to follow in Keys' footsteps in winning her first Slam in Melbourne.

No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, teen Iva Jovic storm into Aussie Open quarters

Jakub Mensík withdrawal sends Novak Djokovic into Aussie Open quarters

Alexander Zverev storms into Australian Open quarterfinals

Stan Wawrinka bids emotional Australian Open farewell

Is Learner Tien the kryptonite to Daniil Medvedev?

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 25

Jakub Mensik WDs in Australia, Novak Djokovic advances to quarters

Novak Djokovic advanced to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open after his scheduled opponent Jakub Mensik withdrew due to an abdominal injury. Sixteenth-seeded Mensik recorded a 6-2, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (5) victory over Ethan Quinn on Saturday to set up the Czech's encounter with the 24-time major champion on Monday.