Novak Djokovic was shocked by Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 in the second round of Indian Wells on Saturday as the Serbian suffered an early exit at the hands of a tournament lucky loser for a second consecutive year.
Ukrania tennis player Yuliia Starodubtseva's home town of Kakhovka in southern Ukraine has been occupied by Moscow forces since the early days of the invasion, which Russia calls a special military operation.
The five top contenders for the women's title at the Australian Open, which starts on Monday.
Djokovic, who is ranked seventh in the world, will be on the hunt for a record 25th major title when the 2025 Australian Open begins next Sunday.
'It seems it took me a day and a half, and several kilometres of walking around the grounds, to find coffee.'
The loss ends five-time major champion Swiatek's bid to become the first woman to win the tournament in the Southern California desert three times.
Nick Kyrgios's hopes of ending his country's 47-year wait for a homegrown men's champion at the Australian Open were shattered on the opening day on Monday when he pulled out of the tournament with a knee injury.
N Sriram Balaji and his Mexican partner Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela registered a straight-sets victory over Robin Haase and Aleksandr Nedovyesov.
Sumit Nagal was beaten in straight sets by World No 25 Tomas Machac in the first round of the men's singles on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic, who is Serbian, was deported from Australia in the leadup to the Grand Slam in January after he declined to be vaccinated.
Flattens Faria in 2nd round to advance in Melbourne
Osaka dropped the first set and trailed 4-2 in the second against the tournament qualifier before finding her rhythm in front of a supportive crowd on a sunny day in South Florida.
Novak Djokovic will have old rival Andy Murray back in his coaching corner as he attempts to win the Indian Wells title for the first time in almost a decade.
Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed American Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to win the Miami Open on Saturday, relying on her usual play-book and powerful forehand to win an eighth WTA 1000 title.
Good things come to those who wait as the saying goes -- but Madison Keys's wait may have seemed interminable.
Images from Day 3 of the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.
Carlos Alcaraz said he has no doubt that top-ranked Jannik Sinner is the best player in the world on current form as the two young players continue to lay the foundations for an epic rivalry.
Tsitsipas was philosophical in defeat.
Ash Barty ended Australia's 44-year wait for a home winner at the Australian Open when the world number one staved off a fightback from American Danielle Collins to complete a 6-3, 7-6(2) win.
Carlos Alcaraz reached his second Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday when his opponent Jack Draper retired injured when trailing 7-5, 6-1.
Aryna Sabalenka is the red-hot favourite at Melbourne Park, where another victory would give her a fourth major title and widen the gap in the rankings to Poland's Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff of the United States.
Coco Gauff was given a solid workout by former champion Sofia Kenin but continued her lengthy winning streak
Novak Djokovic's bid for a 100th ATP Tour title gained momentum on Thursday
Novak Djokovic said teaming up with Nick Kyrgios in the Brisbane International was going to be a fun experience as the 24-times Grand Slam winner arrived in the city on Saturday ahead of the Australian Open tune-up tournament.
Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed Paula Badosa 6-4, 6-2 with a impressive display of raw power to reach her third successive Australian Open final on Thursday.
Simona Halep will delay her start to the 2025 season and skip the Australian Open due to pain in her knee and shoulder, the former world number one said on Thursday.
Argentinian Francisco Comesana stunned Australian Open finalist and world number two Alexander Zverev on Friday with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 win in the quarter-finals of the Rio Open, the biggest win of his career so far.
'It's one of the most epic matches I have played on this court, on any court really.'
Australia scrapped a rule that required international travellers to declare their COVID vaccination status last week.
Daniil Medvedev destroyed his racket and a net camera in a mid-match meltdown as he survived a huge scare against Thai wildcard Kasidit Samrej.
Jannik Sinner set his sights on mastering clay and grass courts to make himself a complete player
Swiatek said she made far too many mistakes against Keys on Rod Laver Arena and hoped to draw lessons from it.
Madison Keys fought through a leg injury to beat Jessica Pegula
Images from Day 7 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Saturday.
Sumit Nagal on Monday dropped out of the much-desired bracket following a string of poor show
Alexander Zverev cruised past Frenchman Lucas Pouille in straight sets in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday.
The Russian teenager hopes her choice of chicken and rice with parmesan cheese on top can fuel her to glory at the Australian Open.
Karen Khachanov reached the semi-finals of the Australian Open for the first time on Tuesday after ailing American Sebastian Korda retired while trailing 7-6(5), 6-3, 3-0.
This milestone underscores his longevity and commitment to the sport, especially considering the physical and mental demands of playing at the top level.
'I think he's bringing a fresh look to my game and I'll be able to benefit from that, no doubt, on the court. But also that champion mentality he has, I'm sure we'll match very well.'
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