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Rivalry with Jannik Sinner 'great' for tennis, says Carlos Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz discusses his thrilling rivalry with Jannik Sinner, highlighting its impact on tennis fans and the sport itself as they prepare for the upcoming Roland Garros. What does this rivalry mean for the future of tennis?
Novak Djokovic retires in Australian Open semi against Alexander Zverev
Novak Djokovic left the court to a mixture of boos and applause from the crowd as Germany's Zverev reached his first Melbourne final.
Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in Melbourne blockbuster as Aryna Sabalenka survives
In a masterful display of tennis, Novak Djokovic turned back the clock to defeat Carlos Alcaraz in an electrifying four-set battle at the Australian Open, setting up a tantalising semi-final clash with Alexander Zverev.
Coco Gauff crashes out, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz draw battle lines at Australian Open
An "emotional" Paula Badosa of Spain stunned the world number three American Coco Gauff 7-5, 6-4 on Rod Laver Arena and will face defending champion Aryna Sabalenka or Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the last four.
Australian Open wrap: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz set for blockbuster quarter-final
Novak Djokovic appears to be growing into the tournament in an ominous sign for his rivals, as he pursues a record-extending 11th Melbourne crown and historic 25th Grand Slam title.
Carlos Alcaraz feels sorry for Jack Draper after Australian Open walkover
Should Carlos Alcaraz win the Australian Open, he will become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam - winning all four majors - in the Open Era.
Novak Djokovic joins Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner in Australian Open second round
Novak Djokovic beat 107th-ranked American Nishesh Basavareddy to advance to the second round of the Australian Open.
Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek off to flyers at Australian Open as Novak Djokovic launch title quest
Novak Djokovic begins his bid for Grand Slam history later on a blockbuster day two at the Australian Open and Jannik Sinner starts the defence of the trophy he won 12 months ago.
Novak Djokovic to Jannik Sinner: Five men to watch at the Australian Open
He may be 37 but Novak Djokovic can never be written off on Melbourne Park's blue hardcourts, where he has enjoyed enormous success.
Novak Djokovic handed tough Australian Open draw, Jannik Sinner faces Nicolas Jarry test
World number one Jannik Sinner will play Nicolas Jarry in his first Australian Open match, while Novak Djokovic is on a collision course to meet Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals.
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.
Roger Federer plays role of hype man as tennis world braces for Rafael Nadal swansong
Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, will bow out from professional tennis after competing with Spain in Malaga this week.
Tennis great Rafael Nadal hopes to postpone last hurrah until Davis Cup final
Rafael Nadal, who will draw the curtains on a record-breaking career that has spanned nearly 23 years, has not competed in an official singles match since the Olympic Games.
Top dogs treated to halloween horror at Paris Masters
With Djokovic absent and Sinner’s withdrawal, the Paris Masters has become a battleground for tennis’s next generation. British sensation Jack Draper, fresh from his Vienna triumph, leads a wave of young talent causing major upsets. As established stars falter, could this signal a changing of the guard in mens tennis?
Drug controversy still hangs over his head, admits US Open champion Jannik Sinner
The 23-year-old Italian Jannik Sinner defeated Taylor Fritz in straight sets to win his second Grand Slam title to add to his first in Australia in January.
Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz and Emma Navarro boost hopes of home US Open conquest
Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz set up an all-American US Open semi-final on Tuesday.
Coco Gauff joins US Open superstar scrap-heap
Coco Gauff joined Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz as another big tennis star to crash out of the US Open on Sunday.
Jannik Sinner avoids US Open trapdoor as Iga Swiatek moves into last 16
Jannik Sinner did not face a single break point in his one-hour 53-minute victory which took him into the last 16 of the US Open for a fourth successive year.
WATCH: Big guns Carlos Alcaraz and Naomi Osaka crash out of US Open
Carlos Alcaraz, the world number three and 2022 champion in New York, was stunned by Dutch world number 74 Botic van de Zandschulp 6-1, 7-5, 6-4.
Naomi Osaka shines with her tennis and outfit as Carlos Alcaraz survive US Open wobble
Naomi Osaka’s tennis was as striking as her outfit, as she crunched nine aces in her 19 winners and committed just five unforced errors to her opponent's 21.
Sinner looks for salvation after drugs controversy: Five talking points ahead of the US Open
The US Open brings down the curtain on the 2024 Grand Slam season with Olympic gold medallist Novak Djokovic aiming to add to his cache of major titles.
WATCH: Novak Djokovic hunting history at US Open, dark cloud hangs over Jannik Sinner
Defending champion Novak Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title at the US Open.
Novak Djokovic completes career Golden Slam with Paris Olympic final win over Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz to claim a maiden Olympic title and become just the fifth player to complete a career Golden Slam.
Noah Lyles bids for Paris Olympic 100m glory as Novak Djokovic faces Carlos Alcaraz
On a compelling ninth full day of Olympic sport, US sprint star Noah Lyles will draw much of the focus, while Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are set for a blockbuster tennis final.
Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz to clash in Olympic gold medal showdown
A fired-up Novak Djokovic on Friday reached his first Olympic final and will face Carlos Alcaraz in a dream showdown for gold in Paris.