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'There's too much tennis': Demon wants shorter schedule

'There's too much tennis': Demon wants shorter schedule

Alex de Minaur has joined the criticism of the tennis schedule, saying players' careers could be at risk unless the season is shortened.

Swiatek fuelled by 'positive energy' to oust Raducanu

Swiatek fuelled by 'positive energy' to oust Raducanu

Swiatek fuelled by 'positive energy' to oust Raducanu

Swiatek fuelled by 'positive energy' to oust Raducanu

After a worrisome season, the 'Queen of Clay' Iga Swiatek has made a bright start to her French Open title defence, outplaying Emma Raducanu in round two.

Level I couldn't handle: Alcaraz hails Paris opponent

Level I couldn't handle: Alcaraz hails Paris opponent

Level I couldn't handle: Alcaraz hails Paris opponent

Level I couldn't handle: Alcaraz hails Paris opponent

Carlos Alcaraz got the shock of his life when Fabian Marozsan played the set of his life - but normal service was soon resumed for the French Open champ.

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Expect the unexpected: Demon to face Bublik enemy No.1

Expect the unexpected: Demon to face Bublik enemy No.1

The brilliant if barmy Alexander Bublik stands in Alex de Minaur's way in Paris - but the Kazakh's last Australian victim is sure 'Demon' will prevail.

No Ruud awakening awaits as Popyrin powers on in Paris

No Ruud awakening awaits as Popyrin powers on in Paris

Alexei Popyrin has reached the third round at Roland Garros for the first time, becoming the first Australian into the last 32 on a drizzly day in Paris.

Djokovic pure gold back at site of Olympic triumph

Djokovic pure gold back at site of Olympic triumph

Novak Djokovic ruled his Olympic domain again under the roof while Daniil Medvedev became the highest profile men's first-round victim at the French Open.

Beaten Brazilian Beatriz a rare boilover in Paris

Beaten Brazilian Beatriz a rare boilover in Paris

The leading women's players have mostly found Roland Garros to be to their liking so far with only three of the top 25 losing in the first round in Paris.

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'Jeez, I'm sorry' - Demon wins despite feet of clay

'Jeez, I'm sorry' - Demon wins despite feet of clay

'Jeez, I'm sorry' - Demon wins despite feet of clay

'Jeez, I'm sorry' - Demon wins despite feet of clay

'Clay dog' Alex de Minaur has launched his French Open bid with a predictable win - but Adam Walton joining him in the next round was a pleasant surprise.

Tomljanovic primed for Chatrier showdown with Paolini

Tomljanovic primed for Chatrier showdown with Paolini

Tomljanovic primed for Chatrier showdown with Paolini

Tomljanovic primed for Chatrier showdown with Paolini

Maya Joint has given her Australian friend Ajla Tomljanovic the perfect preparation to face last year's French Open finalist at Roland Garros.

Sinner, Alcaraz flex muscles at Roland Garros

Sinner, Alcaraz flex muscles at Roland Garros

Sinner, Alcaraz flex muscles at Roland Garros

Sinner, Alcaraz flex muscles at Roland Garros

Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz has opened the defence of his French Open crown with a straightforward dismissal of Italian qualifier Giulio Zeppieri.

Tomljanovic owns the Joint amid Aussie Paris hat-trick

Tomljanovic owns the Joint amid Aussie Paris hat-trick

Tomljanovic owns the Joint amid Aussie Paris hat-trick

Tomljanovic owns the Joint amid Aussie Paris hat-trick

Ajla Tomljanovic has ended young comet Maya Joint's dream run as she reached the second round of the French Open along with Daria Kasatkina and Alexei Popyrin.

'How much more can I take?' - Kyrgios hit by new injury

'How much more can I take?' - Kyrgios hit by new injury

'How much more can I take?' - Kyrgios hit by new injury

'How much more can I take?' - Kyrgios hit by new injury

Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has been left "pretty down" after pulling out of his latest planned return to grand slam action at the French Open.

Sabalenka's first-day warning as Canada teen wows Paris

Sabalenka's first-day warning as Canada teen wows Paris

Sabalenka's first-day warning as Canada teen wows Paris

Sabalenka's first-day warning as Canada teen wows Paris

Aryna Sabalenka has made a striking start to her French Open bid as Paris found a new teen star to cheer in Victoria Mboko.

Nadal sheds tears as Paris pays homage to King of Clay

Nadal sheds tears as Paris pays homage to King of Clay

Nadal sheds tears as Paris pays homage to King of Clay

Nadal sheds tears as Paris pays homage to King of Clay

Rafael Nadal may have retired but he still effortlessly eclipsed everything else on show on the opening day of the French Open.

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Grim Aussie start but Joint venture lifts Paris gloom

Maya Joint is determined to lighten the gloom after the Australian challenge began in underwhelming fashion at the French Open.

Joint is jumping as Aussie tennis teen wins first title

Maya Joint has won her first WTA title at the age of 19 in Morocco, leaving Australian tennis to celebrate its brightest new star on the eve of the French Open.

Joint wins all-Aussie battle to reach first WTA final

Australian riser Maya Joint has reached her first WTA final after compatriot Ajla Tomljanovic pulled out with illness during their duel at the Morocco Open.

Djokovic ready to be 100 not out on the march to Paris

Novak Djokovic is in line to win his 100th tournament as the perfect lead in to his attempt to win the French Open and a record 25th grand slam.

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'Demon' sounds the battle cry for Aussies in Paris

Alex de Minaur says he's "proud to be an Aussie" after great displays from Maya Joint and Daria Saville provided the French Open challenge with an ideal boost.

De Minaur faces minefield draw at the French Open

Alex de Minaur has been handed a minefield of a draw at the French Open as he seeks to go even further than his breakthrough to the quarter-finals in 2024.

Djokovic enjoys fine 38th birthday gift with Geneva win

Novak Djokovic has made it into the Geneva Open semi-finals on his 38th birthday, but Alexei Popyrin missed the chance to meet him in the last four.

Daria Saville is last Aussie hope in Paris qualifying

Daria Saville is the last Australian left in the French Open qualifying draw and faces experienced American Taylor Townsend in a bid to make the main draw.

Weak end at Bernie's match as Tomic hopes sink in Paris

Bernard Tomic's bid to reach another grand slam at the age of 32 is over at Roland Garros on a soggy, rain-hit day for the Australian challenge.

Jelena Dokic confirms death of father Damir Dokic

Damir Dokic, the controversial father of former Australian tennis player Jelena Dokic, has died.

Aussie sextet clear French Open first qualifying hurdle

Six Australians remain in contention to claim a main draw place in Paris after the first round of qualifying was concluded at Roland Garros.

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