Jannik Sinner and Grigor Dimitrov, the young Briton Jack Draper also pulled out from the ATP 500 tournament. Last year's US Open semi-finalist experienced a setb

With a hostile Australian Open crowd getting behind Thanasi Kokkinakis, Jack Draper had to keep his cool - so he channelled the spirit of Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou.

Britain has been waiting for a new male star to rally behind since Andy Murray's retired. While Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans have received tremendous support in tournaments, the most exciting young British player on the rise is Jack Draper.

Australia is heading into a challenging Davis Cup qualifier against Sweden. However, there is mounting pressure on team captain Lleyton Hewett to make adjustments as several top athletes are dealing with injuries.

The Australian Open has wreaked havoc on Lleyton Hewitt's squad for a Davis Cup tie against Sweden, with injuries having a lingering impact.

The tennis world has labelled Australia a 'disgrace' for the way Novak Djokovic was treated when he retired hurt in the semi-finals against Alexander Zverev. But Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has resisted calls to introduce alcohol restrictions or scheduling changes after more poor crowd behaviour marred the grand slam in 2025.

The Australian tennis star was paid to play in the unofficial event, which was backed by a state-owned energy company blacklisted by the Australian government.

Is the ‘Happy Slam’ becoming the crappy slam?” So asked one Aussie comrade from the press room after Novak Djokovic had shuffled off Rod Laver Arena to the accompaniment of boos.

Novak Djokovic has taken to social media to show the extent of the hamstring injury that forced him to retire hurt in his Australian Open semi-final against Alexander Zverev. On Saturday night, the 24-time grand slam champion posted a screenshot of an MRI done on his left hamstring, showing the tear that forced him to call it quits.

Tennis greats have united in their disapproval of the Australian Open crowd after they booed an injured Novak Djokovic in yet another ugly incident at Melbourne Park. Djokovic pulled the pin immediately after losing a marathon first set against German Alexander Zverev to leave the packed crowd stunned.

This week, the Australian Open came to a close in Melbourne. Madison Keys claimed the women’s singles title with a win over Aryna Sabalenka, while Jannik Sinner lifted the men’s singles trophy after defeating Alexander Zverev.