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Canadian whiz not fazed by Australian Open challenge

Canadian whiz not fazed by Australian Open challenge

In a clash of the teens, Canada's Victoria Mboko will make her Australian Open senior debut against hometown favourite Emerson Jones, as round one continues.

'Enjoy my Sunday': Paolini powers on day one of Open

'Enjoy my Sunday': Paolini powers on day one of Open

'Enjoy my Sunday': Paolini powers on day one of Open

'Enjoy my Sunday': Paolini powers on day one of Open

A two-time grand slam runner-up, a young local wildcard and the world No.1 have all advanced to round two on day one of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

Zverev passes test to secure spot in Open second round

Zverev passes test to secure spot in Open second round

Zverev passes test to secure spot in Open second round

Zverev passes test to secure spot in Open second round

Alexander Zverev, last year's Australian Open runner-up, is safely through to the second round at Melbourne Park following a tough four-set opener.

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Alcaraz beats plucky Aussie to launch Open glory bid

Alcaraz beats plucky Aussie to launch Open glory bid

Chasing his first Australian Open crown, Carlos Alcaraz is into the second round at Melbourne Park after a straight-sets win over Adam Walton.

Sabalenka advances under Laver, Federer glare

Sabalenka advances under Laver, Federer glare

The presence of tennis legends Rod Laver and Roger Federer made Aryna Sabalenka nervous, but the world No.1 powered into the Australian Open second round.

Gibson gets Australian party started at Open

Gibson gets Australian party started at Open

Local hope Talia Gibson has made a red-hot start to the Australian Open with 43 winners as she rolled past Russian Anna Blinkova in straight sets.

Rising Aussie golf star storms home to claim Vic Open

Rising Aussie golf star storms home to claim Vic Open

Australian Cameron John and Lydia Hall from Wales have won the Vic Opens at 13th Beach.

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Plucky Aussie's plan to upset big-hitting American

Plucky Aussie's plan to upset big-hitting American

Plucky Aussie's plan to upset big-hitting American

Plucky Aussie's plan to upset big-hitting American

Once believing he wouldn't be back on the Australian Open stage, Jason Kubler will take on Frances Tiafoe on Sunday with a home crowd with his back.

Barbieri in box seat to claim wind-swept Vic Open

Barbieri in box seat to claim wind-swept Vic Open

Barbieri in box seat to claim wind-swept Vic Open

Barbieri in box seat to claim wind-swept Vic Open

NSW golfer Nathan Barbieri leads by five shots heading into the final round of the men's Vic Open, while Lydia Hall has a three-shot lead in the women's event.

Berrettini withdraws from AO clash with de Minaur

Berrettini withdraws from AO clash with de Minaur

Berrettini withdraws from AO clash with de Minaur

Berrettini withdraws from AO clash with de Minaur

Former Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini has ruled himself out of the Australian Open, in a massive boost for former first-round opponent Alex de Minaur.

Djokovic won't let record talk burden grand slam tilt

Djokovic won't let record talk burden grand slam tilt

Djokovic won't let record talk burden grand slam tilt

Djokovic won't let record talk burden grand slam tilt

Adamant he can still take it up to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic won't let his pursuit of a record 25th grand slam title prove a burden.

New Aussie Kasatkina embraces 'fun pressure' of Open

New Aussie Kasatkina embraces 'fun pressure' of Open

New Aussie Kasatkina embraces 'fun pressure' of Open

New Aussie Kasatkina embraces 'fun pressure' of Open

New Australian citizen Daria Kasatkina says the pressure that comes with being a local at Melbourne Park is "fun" compared to what she's experienced.

Swiatek narrows focus with grand slam history in sight

Swiatek narrows focus with grand slam history in sight

Swiatek narrows focus with grand slam history in sight

Swiatek narrows focus with grand slam history in sight

World No.2 Iga Swiatek has the opportunity to become a career grand slam winner, but isn't looking beyond her Australian Open first-round clash with Yue Yuan.

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

Work of key women added to vast photography collection

One of Australia's biggest photography collections was missing the work of some important women artists but recent acquisitions are helping fix that.

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Gun Auckland recruit adds to growing Socceroos case

Auckland FC recruit Lachlan Brook is firing on all cylinders at his new club and coach Steve Corica is confident it can lead him towards a Socceroos call-up.

Getting uncomfortable key for Madison's Open defence

Reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys has flagged some additions to her game as she returns to Melbourne Park.

Family watches cars, tents, wallets wash away in floods

A camper has described watching helplessly as her family's possessions were swept away in a dramatic flood event at a popular tourist spot.

City bullish on defender after Auckland comeback win

Melbourne City have fought out a 2-1 win over A-League Men leaders Auckland FC and are confident Kai Trewin has avoided injury.

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'No regrets': Osaka to attack in fresh Open tilt

Naomi Osaka hopes to add more aggression to her game and build on her impressive US Open performance as she aims for a third Australian Open title.

NSW golfer rides like the wind in hunt for Vic Open win

Nathan Barbieri has rocketed to a four-shot lead at the Vic Open after being the only player to produce a bogey-free round on Friday.

Authorities defend warnings ahead of record floods

Locals were given "adequate" warning ahead of damaging flash floods, authorities claim as locals and visitors clean up along a popular surf and holiday coast.

Cops lifted search powers for rights review, court told

Protesters have mounted a Federal Court challenge against a declaration that gave police the power to search people without a warrant.

Hungry Alcaraz ready to sink teeth into champion Sinner

Jannik Sinner could become the second man to win three straight Australian Open titles in the open era, but fierce rival Carlos Alcaraz has other ideas.

De Minaur preparing for first-round Open fight

Former Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini presents a difficult first-round match-up for Australian star Alex de Minaur at his home grand slam.

Police officer faces court over off-duty rape claims

A police officer will fight three sexual assault charges at a contested hearing in May after facing court for the first time charged with off-duty offending.

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