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Watch VideoNovak Djokovic: Championing player rights but don’t forget he is an anti-vax nitwit

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, now champions player rights through the PTPA, despite past controversies including anti-vaccination views and hosting events during COVID-19 lockdowns.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Michael Sherman|Published

Djokovic player union launches legal blitz against tennis governing bodies

The International Tennis Federation (ITF), and International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) were also named as defendants in a series of actions in the United States, United Kingdom and the European Union.

Sport Tennis
AFP|Published

Tennis anti-doping process 'completely broken', says Jessica Pegula

World number five Jessica Pegula leads growing criticism of tennis's anti-doping system, as top players including Aryna Sabalenka express distrust in the process following recent high-profile cases.

Sport Tennis
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Clinical Jannik Sinner surges past Alexander Zverev to retain Australian Open title

Rising tennis superstar Jannik Sinner etched his name in history books, becoming Italy's most successful Grand Slam champion after a masterful straight-sets victory over Alexander Zverev at the Australian Open.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Jannik Sinner to meet Alexander Zverev in Australian Open final after Novak Djokovic exit

Drama unfolds at the Australian Open as defending champion Jannik Sinner secures his place in the final, while tennis legend Novak Djokovic's quest for a record 25th Grand Slam ends in a shock injury retirement.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Jannik Sinner races into semis as Iga Swiatek closes on first Melbourne crown

In a display of tennis mastery, defending champion Jannik Sinner demolished local hope Alex de Minaur in straight sets at the Australian Open, while world No. 2 Iga Swiatek continued her devastating form, dropping just three games en route to the semi-finals.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Fired-up Novak Djokovic sends Melbourne warning, Naomi Osaka bows out injured

"Novak Djokovic delivered his best performance yet at the 2024 Australian Open, powering into the last 16 with a vintage display, while injury forced Naomi Osaka to withdraw.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
AFP|Published

Daniil Medvedev stunned by teen qualifier Learner Tien in Australian Open late-night epic

In a stunning Australian Open upset, 19-year-old American qualifier Learner Tien knocked out former finalist Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set marathon.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Iga Swiatek powers into Emma Raducanu clash as Taylor Fritz sends Melbourne warning

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek storms into a blockbuster third-round clash with Emma Raducanu at the Australian Open. Meanwhile, American Taylor Fritz continues his perfect start as he pursues his maiden Grand Slam title.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

'New blood is coming': Jakub Mensik dumps Casper Ruud out of Australian Open

Teenage tennis sensation Jakub Mensik, ranked 48th, delivered a stunning upset at the Australian Open, defeating sixth-seeded Casper Ruud in four sets. The 19-year-old Czech's powerful victory marks a significant moment for tennis's new generation, as he joins fellow teenager Joao Fonseca in toppling top-10 players at this year's tournament

Sport Tennis Australian Open
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Novak Djokovic to Jannik Sinner: Five men to watch at the Australian Open

IOL Sport takes a look at five potential winners of the first Grand Slam of the year, which begins this coming Sunday.

Sport Tennis Australian Open
AFP|Published