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John McEnroe shares take on Novak Djokovic’s speech after Australian Open defeat

John McEnroe shares take on Novak Djokovic’s speech after Australian Open defeat

John McEnroe immediately responded to Novak Djokovic’s post-match speech, which was both genuinely moving and highly thought-provoking. Djokovic, who saw his one-set lead slip away against Carlos Alcaraz, addressed the crowd following his defeat.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / February 1
Novak Djokovic's 2012 Australian Open racket sells for $540K

Novak Djokovic's 2012 Australian Open racket sells for $540K

Shortly before Novak Djokovic took the court for Sunday's Australian Open men's final, a racket he used to win the 2012 tournament set a record for the highest selling price for any game-used racket.

Tennis News / HITC / February 1
John McEnroe points out Carlos Alcaraz’s error despite title win at the Australian Open

John McEnroe points out Carlos Alcaraz’s error despite title win at the Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz fully deserved his four-set win over Novak Djokovic in today’s final. But John McEnroe still noticed something he would have done differently.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / February 1
How can Carlos Alcaraz top historic career Grand Slam?

How can Carlos Alcaraz top historic career Grand Slam?

What's next for tennis star Carlos Alcaraz after completing the coveted career Grand Slam?

Novak Djokovic's 2012 Australian Open racket sells for $540K
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The 'Women's Australian Open champs' quiz

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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Serena Williams News / HITC / February 1
Serena Williams’ former coach names the ‘strongest competitor’ in tennis history

Serena Williams’ former coach names the ‘strongest competitor’ in tennis history

Tennis has witnessed countless phenomenal athletes over the years, a trend that continued at this year’s Australian Open. Several veterans and young stars went head-to-head at the Grand Slam, even with the soaring heat in Melbourne.

Jennifer Capriati News / HITC / February 1
Jennifer Capriati posts message on social media after returning to the Australian Open for the first time in 23 years

Jennifer Capriati posts message on social media after returning to the Australian Open for the first time in 23 years

Jennifer Capriati made her long-awaited return to the Australian Open after 23 years away from the tournament. Capriati retired from tennis in 2004, but she had not competed at the Australian Open since 2003.

Tennis News / HITC / February 1
Novak Djokovic sends message to Rafael Nadal during speech following Australian Open loss

Novak Djokovic sends message to Rafael Nadal during speech following Australian Open loss

Carlos Alcaraz has become the youngest player to complete a career Grand Slam after defeating Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final. The Spaniard recovered from losing the opening set to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5, achieving the milestone at just 22 years old.

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Carlos Alcaraz News / Field Level Media / February 1
Carlos Alcaraz wins Australian Open, is youngest to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz wins Australian Open, is youngest to complete career Grand Slam

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to win all four Grand Slam tournaments, defeating Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to win his first Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 31
WTA Abu Dhabi Day 1 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Ajla Tomljanovic

WTA Abu Dhabi Day 1 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Ajla Tomljanovic

WTA Finals champion Elena Rybakina secured her second Grand Slam title on Saturday by defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final. Although a momentous moment, there is no break on the WTA Tour.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 31
'I Have to Support Him': Rafael Nadal Weighs In on Djokovic vs Alcaraz Final

'I Have to Support Him': Rafael Nadal Weighs In on Djokovic vs Alcaraz Final

For the first time since 2023, Rafael Nadal is back at the Australian Open, where he is set to take part in a host of activities ahead of the men’s final on Sunday — a final that will feature his long-time rival Novak Djokovic going up against his apparent protege, Carlos Alcaraz.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 31
Elena Rybakina rallies, tops Aryna Sabalenka for first Australian Open title

Elena Rybakina rallies, tops Aryna Sabalenka for first Australian Open title

Fifth-seeded Elena Rybakina rallied from three games down in the third set to defeat World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 and win her first Australian Open on Saturday in Melbourne.

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