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De Minaur recovers from 'a pretty dark place' to keep ATP Finals hopes alive

Fri, 11/14/2025 - 06:11
Alex de Minaur responds to a crushing loss earlier in the week by toppling America's Taylor Fritz to remain in contention at the ATP Finals in Turin, although he needs a helping hand from a rival.

De Minaur struggling to take 'next step' with fifth straight ATP Finals loss

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 09:49
Alex de Minaur's hopes of reaching the ATP Finals semis hang by a thread after a heartbreaking three-set loss to Lorenzo Musetti.

De Minaur downed by Alcaraz in the opening match of ATP Finals

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 02:27
Top seed Carlos Alcaraz began his bid for a first ATP Finals trophy with a 7-6(5), 6-2 win over Australian Alex de Minaur in their round-robin clash at the season-ending championships in Turin on Sunday.

Rybakina stuns Sabalenka to win record $8 million in WTA Finals

Sun, 11/09/2025 - 07:33
Elena Rybakina has defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka to win the season-ending WTA Finals, 6-3, 7-6(0).

Sabalenka to face Rybakina in WTA Finals title decider

Sat, 11/08/2025 - 07:56
World number one Aryna Sabalenka books a showdown with Elena Rybakina, with both players eyeing off their first season-ending championship win.

Can Kyrgios beat the best female player in the world? He thinks so

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 11:51
Nick Kyrgios insists he won't be taking Aryna Sabalenka lightly but nor is he ready to be rolled by the women's world number-one in their Battle of the Sexes clash.

De Minaur faces mammoth task with tough ATP Finals draw

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 05:45
Australian hope Alex de Minaur must get past world No.2 Carlos Alcaraz and 24-time grand slam winner Novak Djokovic to progress at the ATP Finals in Turin.

Kyrgios targets Australian Open after 'miracle' knee recovery

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 09:33
A revitalised Nick Kyrgios has revealed his shock plans to make a summer comeback and hopefully play the Australian Open in January.

Venus Williams set for potential Australian Open appearance

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 05:52
Venus Williams is to start her 33rd straight season in women's tennis at the Auckland Classic, with another Australian Open appearance for the 45-year-old now a possibility.

Kyrgios to face Sabalenka in Dubai Battle of the Sexes exhibition

Wed, 11/05/2025 - 07:27
Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka are to star in the latest man-vs-woman tennis match, with Kyrgios following several notable Australians in doing so.

Barty's plea to Aussie fans over progress of young women's stars

Mon, 11/03/2025 - 14:15
Australia's last women's singles grand slam champ is encouraged by the new crop of kids coming through, but has urged fans to remain patient with their progress.

Aussie Birrell loses Chennai Open final but earns award for sporting gesture

Mon, 11/03/2025 - 08:16
Gold Coast tennis star Kimberly Birrell loses in the Chennai Open final but claims a sportsmanship award for touching moment.

Aussie teen Joint departs Hong Kong Open, Birrell reaches Chennai final

Sun, 11/02/2025 - 06:15
Australian number one Maya Joint falls short of reaching the Hong Kong Open final, but compatriot Kimberly Birrell wins through to the tournament decider in Chennai.

Sporting clubs fear the worst as mining giant withdraws from Nhulunbuy

Sat, 11/01/2025 - 08:46
The impending departure of Rio Tinto raises concerns about the future of sporting clubs in Nhulunbuy. But there are hopes increased investment in regional sports can help sustain the community's active lifestyle.

De Minaur upset by familiar foe again in Paris

Sat, 11/01/2025 - 06:23
Alex de Minaur suffers another nightmarish defeat in Paris at the hands of his old tormentor Alexander Bublik.

Aussie number one Joint reaches another WTA Tour quarterfinal

Thu, 10/30/2025 - 06:36
Teenager Maya Joint is thriving in her new position as Australia's top-ranked women's tennis player, reaching the last eight at the Hong Kong Open.

Popyrin snubbed for handshake after Paris Masters loss

Tue, 10/28/2025 - 06:46
Alexei Popyrin is knocked out of the Paris Masters, while the victorious Alexander Bublik walks off court without acknowledging the Australian.

De Minaur suffers 12th straight loss to Sinner

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 05:54
Alex de Minaur's Vienna Open ends at the semifinal stage, with the Australian falling to world number one Jannik Sinner for the 12th time in as many meetings.

'I'm always ready, mate': Demon set for Sinner exam in Vienna

Sat, 10/25/2025 - 07:45
Alex de Minaur reaches his 30th ATP tour semifinal in Vienna with a big win over Matteo Berrettini -- but he will have to get past his nemesis Jannik Sinner for a place in the final.

Medvedev ends 882-day title drought, Rybakina closes in on WTA Finals

Mon, 10/20/2025 - 06:03
Daniil Medvedev claims his first ATP Tour tournament win since 2023, while Elena Rybakina's push to reach the WTA Finals gathers momentum.