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Serena Williams declines to shut down comeback rumors

Serena Williams is not ready to say she's returning to professional tennis. Or that she has played her final match. In an interview on "Today" on Wednesday, the 44-year-old icon would not commit either way.

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Ben Shelton issues defiant social media message after his Australian Open exit

Ben Shelton enjoyed a lengthy run at the Australian Open, but his Grand Slam dreams were abruptly ended by Jannik Sinner. Two-time defending champion Sinner beat Shelton in the quarterfinals, winning their Rod Laver Arena clash 6-3, 6-4, 6-4.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Jannik Sinner shares his view on Coco Gauff’s racket smash after Australian Open loss

Jannik Sinner has weighed in on Coco Gauff’s Australian Open racket smash, a moment that has sparked plenty of debate across the tennis world. It has become one of the main storylines over the past few days, even with several high-profile matches taking place.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / January 29

Emma Raducanu splits from Rafael Nadal's former coach Francisco Roig

Emma Raducanu has made yet another coaching change after she and Francisco Roig decided to end their partnership. Despite being just 23, Raducanu has had more coaches in her professional career than most have had by the time they retire.

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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.

The 'Women's singles U.S. Open tennis champions' quiz

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Emma Raducanu News / BBC Sport / January 29

Raducanu splits with coach after Australian Open exit

British number one Emma Raducanu splits with coach Francis Roig after her exit from the Australian Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 29

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set for Australian Open final

Aryna Sabalenka earned her fourth consecutive appearance in the Australian Open final on Thursday, dispatching Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-2, 6-3. She will be seeking her third singles title at the Grand Slam and is feeling confident heading in the Saturday match in Melbourne.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 29

Hometown bet Eala's hopes dashed by Osorio in Philippine Women's Open quarters

Alex Eala's Philippine Women's Open hopes ended on Thursday with a quarterfinal defeat to Camila Osorio.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 29

Rybakina Defeats Pegula to Return to Australian Open Final

Elena Rybakina came through a chaotic finish to eventually overpower Jessica Pegula in the Australian Open semi-finals, defeating the American 6-3, 7-6 (7) to reach the third Grand Slam final of her career.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Leylah Fernandez opens up on teaming up with Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open

Leylah Fernandez and Nick Kyrgios have wrapped up their time at the Australian Open after finishing their mixed doubles campaign in Melbourne. Fernandez and Kyrgios, both of whom have reached Grand Slam finals, lost the 2021 US Open and 2022 Wimbledon finals respectively.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

What needs to happen for Novak Djokovic to beat Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic benefited from a significant bit of luck during his Australian Open quarter-final match against Lorenzo Musetti. With Musetti retiring while two sets down, it meant the Serbian advanced without having to complete a single set in his last two matches.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

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Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Aryna Sabalenka reacts to Serena Williams comeback speculation

Aryna Sabalenka is continuing to build her legacy with another strong showing at the Australian Open. Sabalenka appeared in control throughout, handling Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-3 on Rod Laver Arena.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 29

Aryna Sabalenka Beats Elina Svitolina To Punch Her Ticket To Australian Open Final

If you were looking for a safe bet in the unpredictably chaotic world of tennis, you could do a lot worse than backing Aryna Sabalenka on a hard court in Melbourne.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Iga Swiatek pushes back on Aryna Sabalenka’s view after Australian Open defeat

Iga Swiatek’s hopes of completing a Career Slam this season came to an end in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open. Swiatek entered Melbourne as one of the tournament favourites, with the Australian Open standing as the only Grand Slam she has yet to claim.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 29