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'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.

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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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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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Novak Djokovic News / BBC Sport / January 31

Why Djokovic needs Melbourne win more than Alcaraz with history on the line

Whoever wins the Australian Open men's singles final will create history - but it feels like Novak Djokovic needs victory more than Carlos Alcaraz.

Tennis News / HITC / January 31

Elena Rybakina breaks Serena Williams’ WTA record after Australian Open triumph

Elena Rybakina has claimed her second Grand Slam title, beating Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final. Rybakina was dominant throughout the tournament, losing just one set and serving consistently well in Melbourne.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

The Dwindling Privacy of the Modern Tennis Player

A few days ago, Coco Gauff squared off against Elina Svitolina in the quarterfinals of the ongoing Australian Open in a match many predicted she would win.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

After the Australian Open, ATP Entry Lists Show Where Players Are Headed Next

An exciting Australian Open is nearing its conclusion, with four of the top five players in the world reaching the semifinals. After a brief pause for many top-20 players during the first week of February, the ATP Tour returns to full speed with consecutive weeks of tournament action.

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

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Carlos Alcaraz News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

The Australian Open Epic That Might Change Everything for Carlos Alcaraz

The longest semifinal in Australian Open history. That single fact tells you everything you need to know about what unfolded on Rod Laver Arena. For a match to reach that distinction, it must contain everything the sport has to offer, and this one delivered precisely that.

Tennis News / NAI Sports / January 31