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Serena starts against Rus

Serena Williams has been handed a first-round clash with Arantxa Rus at Wimbledon and defending champion Garbine Muguruza will take on Naomi Broady, with Simona Halep in line to face Petra Kvitova in the quarter-finals.

Nicholas McGee

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Murray drawn v Paire at Wimbledon

Andy Murray has been drawn against Benoit Paire for a prospective grand slam return at Wimbledon, while defending champion Roger Federer will take on Dusan Lajovic in the first round.

Nicholas McGee

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Wimbledon 2018: Favourable draw for Nick Kyrgios, stroke of luck for Bernard Tomic

Australia's Nick Kyrgios has been drawn to play Uzbekistan's Denis Istomin in the first round at Wimbledon starting next week.

Daniel Ramus

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Wimbledon 2018: How men's tennis looked when Roger Federer won his first Grand Slam

Roger Federer won his first Wimbledon title 15 years ago and the landscape of men's tennis looked markedly different.

Peter Hanson

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Wimbledon 2018: Bernard Tomic, Thanasi Kokkinakis crash out of Wimbledon qualifying

Former quarter-finalist Bernard Tomic will miss Wimbledon for the first time in nine years after an embarrassing qualifying loss at the hands of 104th-ranked Belgian Ruben Bemelmans.

Sporting News

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Wimbledon 2018: Nick Kyrgios' admission that should make Australian tennis fans sit up and take notice

Wimbledon 2018: Nick Kyrgios' admission that should make Australian tennis fans sit up and take notice

Angus Reid

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Wimbledon 2018: Bernard Tomic, Thanasi Kokkinakis among five Aussies on the cusp of qualification

With Wimbledon just days away, the battle for the final spots on the main draw is heating up.

James Pavey

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Eastbourne International: Ash Barty into quarter-final, faces No.1 seed Caroline Wozniacki

What a grass court season Barty is having.

Angus Reid

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Serena seeding debate to rumble on

The debate over whether Serena Williams should be seeded for Wimbledon has split opinion and it is sure to rumble on as she faces the prospect of facing a leading light as early as the third round.

Peter Thompson

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Serena seeded for Wimbledon

The All England Club has seeded seven-time Wimbledon champion Serena Williams for the grass-court grand slam.

Peter Thompson

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Bouchard wins Wimbledon qualifier

Eugenie Bouchard cut a frustrated figure at Wimbledon qualifying on Wednesday (AEST) despite winning her opening match in stunning fashion.

Alex Fisher

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Wimbledon 2018: Bernard Tomic, Thanasi Kokkinakis among five Aussies to advance in qualifying

The Aussies are looking the goods to reach the All England Club's turf.

James Pavey

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Nick Kyrgios fined after simulating sex act

We all saw this coming.

Angus Reid

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Channel Nine secures rights to summer of tennis for 2019

Aussie tennis fans will be tuning into this summer's action on Channel Nine, a year ahead of the original plan after they secured the rights from Channel Seven.

Tom Naghten

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Federer upbeat despite defeat

Roger Federer said he has still had a "perfect" year despite suffering a surprise defeat to Borna Coric in Halle.

Peter Thompson

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Wimbledon 2018: Nick Kyrgios can take out the Grand Slam title

Do you believe in him?

Angus Reid

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Cilic claims second Queen's title

Marin Cilic was crowned champion for a second time at Queen's Club after saving a match point in a pulsating Fever-Tree Championships final against Novak Djokovic.

Peter Thompson

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Coric stuns Federer to claim title

Borna Coric had only won two matches on grass when he arrived in Halle, but he dethroned Roger Federer on Sunday.

Tom Webber

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Nick Kyrgios simulates sex act during Queen's Club loss to Marin Cilic

Controversial Australian Nick Kyrgios was caught simulating a sex act moments before his semi-final loss to Marin Cilic on Sunday morning (AEST).

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Federer ready for Coric final

Roger Federer believes his lack of practice time is to blame for a couple of ragged performances at the Gerry Weber Open, but he is satisfied heading into the final against Borna Coric.

Ben Spratt

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Novak Djokovic still hungry for more after reaching major milestone

Novak Djokovic joined an exclusive club on Friday, winning his 800th ATP Tour match in the sport he says, "I love with all my heart".

Ben Spratt

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Nick Kyrgios topples defending champion Feliciano Lopez at Queen's Club

Nick Kyrgios put on a serving exhibition to send reigning champion Feliciano Lopez packing and storm into the semi-finals at Queen’s Club on Saturday morning (AEST).

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Federer moves into last four

Roger Federer moved a step closer to 10th Gerry Weber Open title with a quarter-final victory over plucky Australian Matthew Ebden on Friday.

Peter Thompson

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Wimbledon 2018: Roger Federer and the five players who can win it all

Who will claim the 2018 Wimbledon title?

Lucie Bertoldo

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Nick Kyrgios unfazed after swearing outburst during Edmund win forces BBC to apologise

"Fine. I don't care."

James Pavey

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Novak Djokovic beats Grigor Dimitrov at Queen's as Nick Kyrgios lays down a marker

A pair of exciting second-round clashes at Queen's Club saw Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios emerge victorious.

Ben Spratt

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'Fortunate' Roger Federer closes in on Halle title after win over Benoit Paire

Roger Federer is one of just two seeds left in the Gerry Weber Open at the quarter-final stage, having scraped through on Thursday.

Ben Spratt

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Wimbledon 2018: Is this Rafael Nadal's last chance to catch Roger Federer's major tally?

For Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, the 2018 Wimbledon Championship isn't just any other grand slam event.

Daniel Ramus

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Federer through, Zverev out

There were contrasting results for two of the big names at the Gerry Weber Open, as Roger Federer progressed with ease.

Ben Spratt

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Kyrgios, Dimitrov, Djokovic through

Queen's Club welcomed back home favourite Andy Murray, but he could not join Grigor Dimitrov and Novak Djokovic in the second round.

Ben Spratt

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ATP rankings latest: Kyrgios still Australia's best, de Minaur roars up the rankings

He's dropped again.

Brendan Bradford

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Konta fumes as Barty takes title

Johanna Konta refused to shake the chair umpire's hand and stormed off court after losing to Ashleigh Barty in the Nottingham Open final.

Peter Thompson

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Federer wins Stuttgart Open

Roger Federer capped a fine return to action by winning the Stuttgart Open ahead of reclaiming the world number one spot on Monday.

Ben Spratt

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Federer back on top of rankings

Roger Federer came from behind to defeat an impressive Nick Kyrgios and reclaim his place at the top of the world rankings, along with a spot in the Stuttgart Open final.

Ben Spratt

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Andy Murray to play at Queen's Club

Andy Murray is to make his long-awaited comeback from injury against enigmatic Australian Nick Kyrgios at the forthcoming Fever-Tree Championships at the Queen's Club.

Jack Davies

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Nick Kyrgios to face Roger Federer in Stuttgart Open semi-final

Nick vs Rog, who have you got?

Angus Reid

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Federer defeats Pella in Stuttgart

Roger Federer edged closer to regaining world number one status as he strolled into the Stuttgart Open semi-finals with victory over Guido Pella.

Alex Fisher

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Barty breezes through in Nottingham

Top seed Ashleigh Barty booked her place in the quarter-finals of the Nottingham Open while countrywoman Sam Stosur was dispatched from the tournament by a British wildcard.

Ben Spratt

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Kyrgios makes winning Tour return

Nick Kyrgios enjoyed a winning return to singles action on the ATP Tour at the Stuttgart Open on Friday morning (AEST).

Ben Spratt

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Bernard Tomic bounces back from French Open disaster with monumental victory

That's more like it.

Michael Di Lonardo

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Federer relieved to win

Roger Federer was relieved to have avoided another early exit at the Stuttgart Open after he fought back from a set down to beat Mischa Zverev.

Alex Fisher

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Federer's blueprint and reducing injury risk – why skipping the grass season could suit Nadal

Rafael Nadal beat Dominic Thiem to win his 11th French title, but could skipping part of the tennis calendar help prolong his career?

Chloe Horswill

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Nick Kyrgios revives Dawn Fraser feud by labelling her a racist

And so it continues.

Michael Di Lonardo

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Federer targets number one spot

Rafael Nadal's French Open heroics earned praise from on-court foe Roger Federer, who has his sights on the Spaniard's number one ranking.

Peter Hanson

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Nadal not chasing Federer

Rafael Nadal said you can't be frustrated by someone with more money or bigger house when asked about matching Roger Federer's major tally.

P Thompson at Ro...

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French Open: A look at Rafael Nadal's Roland-Garros dominance

Rafael Nadal has dominated the French Open, and the clay court circuit, like no one else before him.

Kenan Goyette

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French Open 2018: Rafael Nadal wins 11th Roland-Garros crown, Simona Halep breaks duck

The second Grand Slam of the year has come to an end, and SN AU has you covered with the results of the 2018 French Open at Roland-Garros.

L Bertoldo & Jam...

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Thiem lauds 'outstanding' Nadal

Dominic Thiem described Rafael Nadal's French Open reign as one of the greatest achievements in sporting history after going down 6-4 6-3 6-2 in Monday's (AEST) final.

Harry West

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Nadal: Thiem will win here soon

Rafael Nadal was too strong for Dominic Thiem in Monday's (AEST) French Open final but in the immediate aftermath the Spaniard backed his beaten opponent to prevail at Roland Garros in future.

Harry West

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Andre Agassi gushes over Nick Kyrgios' talent, hints at coaching interest

Tennis legend Andre Agassi has declared Nick Kyrgios one of the best talents in the history of the game and hinted the pair could make a formidable player-coach combination.

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Nadal wins 11th French Open

Rafael Nadal's remarkable Roland Garros reign continued as the world number one clinched an 11th French Open title with a straight-sets win over Dominic Thiem on Monday morning (AEST).

Harry West

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BREAKING: Halep wins French Open

Simona Halep fought back to beat Sloane Stephens and claim an elusive first grand-slam title with a courageous French Open final performance on Sunday morning (AEST).

P Thompson at Ro...

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Rafael Nadal warns there is more to come in French Open final against first-timer Dominic Thiem

Rafael Nadal sounded an ominous warning after reaching his 11th French Open final, saying he can step it up a notch in Paris.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Thiem: I have a plan for Nadal

Dominic Thiem says he has a plan to beat Rafael Nadal when he faces the reigning champion in the French Open final.

Ben Spratt

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Nadal crushes Del Potro

Rafael Nadal stormed into an unprecedented 11th French Open final with a crushing straight-sets victory over a forlorn Juan Martin del Potro.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Thiem books first grand slam final

Dominic Thiem reached the French Open final at the third time of asking, potentially setting up a crunch clash with Rafael Nadal.

Ben Spratt

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Stephens: No edge over Halep

Sloane Stephens does not believe her superior record in grand slam finals gives her a psychological edge over Simona Halep ahead of their meeting in the French Open showpiece.

Nicholas McGee

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Nadal: Delay gave me clarity

Rafael Nadal credited a rain delay with giving him more clarity after he fought back from a set down to defeat Diego Schwartzman and reach the semi-finals of the French Open.

Nicholas McGee

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Halep reaches fourth major final

Simona Halep reached a third French Open final and retained top spot in the rankings with a commanding straight-sets win over Garbine Muguruza.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Del Potro ends wait for semi-final

Juan Martin del Potro reached his first French Open semi-final in nine years with a 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 6-3 7-5 victory over Marin Cilic, setting up a meeting with Rafael Nadal.

Ben Spratt

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French Open: Rafael Nadal capitalises on rain reprieve to reach last four

Rafael Nadal made the most of his rain reprieve to march into the last four at Roland Garros at the expense of Diego Schwartzman.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Muguruza shrugs off favourite tag

World number one status will be on the line when Garbine Muguruza and Simona Halep do battle in the last four in Paris.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Paris rain halts Nadal momentum

Rafael Nadal was two points away from levelling his quarter-final against an inspired Diego Schwartzman when rain halted play at the French Open on Thursday (AEST).

P Thompson at Ro...

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Sharapova defends autobiography

Maria Sharapova has defended her decision to include accounts of Serena Williams in her autobiography.

Nicholas McGee

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Muguruza thrashes sorry Sharapova

Garbine Muguruza charged ominously into the French Open semi-finals with a masterful thrashing of Maria Sharapova.

P Thompson at Ro...

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I know how to handle a grand slam now - Thiem prepared for Paris semi-final

Dominic Thiem has lost at the semi-final stage in the last two years at Roland Garros but says he is a better player in 2018.

Peter Thompson

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Djokovic may skip grass-court season after sensational French Open defeat

Novak Djokovic is unsure when he will be back in action after a stunning French Open exit at the hands of Marco Cecchinato.

Peter Thompson

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Dejected Serena Williams waits to learn extent of injury blow

Serena Williams will undergo a scan on Tuesday and see as many specialists as she can after being struck by injury in Paris.

Peter Thompson

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Rafael Nadal marches past Marterer into French Open quarters

Rafael Nadal's charge towards an 11th French Open title continued with Monday's straight-sets victory over Maximilian Marterer.

Harry West

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Djokovic takes swipe at French Open decision-makers

Former world number one Novak Djokovic felt the court should have been watered during his fourth-round win at Roland Garros.

Peter Thompson

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Djokovic cruises into last eight

Novak Djokovic cruised into an Open Era-record 12th French Open quarter-final with a straight-sets defeat of Fernando Verdasco on Monday morning (AEST)

Peter Thompson

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Zverev slams code violation

Alexander Zverev described the code violation he received during a five-set French Open thriller with Karen Khachanov as "ridiculous" and "nonsense".

Peter Thompson

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Serena-Sharapova set to do battle

When Serena Williams announced she was pregnant last year it was highly conceivable that she would never do battle with fierce rival Maria Sharapova again.

P Thompson at Ro...

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WATCH: Rafael Nadal has a hit with ball boy after win at French Open

Rafael Nadal has shown that as well as being one of the greatest tennis players of all-time, he’s also one of the sport’s great blokes.

Daniel Ramus

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Sharapova is the favourite, claims Serena

Despite winning in straight sets on Saturday, Serena Williams reckons she will be an underdog against Maria Sharapova.

Harry West

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Serena sets up Sharapova showdown

Serena Williams will face old foe Maria Sharapova in a clash of the titans at the French Open after beating Julia Goerges in straight sets.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Nadal pummels Gasquet

Rafael Nadal set a new personal record of consecutive sets won at the French Open in a ruthless third-round hammering of Richard Gasquet on Sunday morning (AEST).

Peter Thompson

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Sharapova thrashes Pliskova

Maria Sharapova marched ominously into the fourth round of the French Open with a straight-sets demolition of Karolina Pliskova to set up a potential clash with Serena Williams.

P Thompson at Ro...

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French Open: Australia's singles charge over after Sam Stosur, Daria Gavrilova crash out

Sam Stosur suffered one of the worst defeats of her grand slam career on Saturday night, crashing out of the 2018 French Open with a 6-0 6-2 loss to Garbine Muguruza.

Steve Orme

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Dzumhir wipes out ball boy

Damir Dzumhur collided with a ball boy and Novak Djokovic showed there is still fire in his belly before rain cut short another highly charged day at the French Open.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Djokovic through to face Verdasco

Novak Djokovic booked his place in the fourth round of the French Open with a hard-fought victory over Roberto Bautista Agut on Friday.

Rob Lancaster

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Dimitrov to step away from tennis

Grigor Dimitrov intends to temporarily step away from tennis after being eliminated from the third round of the French Open on Friday.

Tom Webber

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Serena rallies to beat Barty

Australia's Ash Barty burst out of the blocks but legendary American Serena Williams drew on her "superhero" powers to prevail in a hard-fought second-round clash at the French Open on Friday (AEST).

Peter Thompson

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Nadal dispatches of Pella

Rafael Nadal seldom had to shift through the gears as he dominated Guido Pella 6-2 6-1 6-1 to reach round three of the French Open.

Peter Hanson

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French Open: Sam Stosur and Daria Gavrilova progress to third round at Roland Garros

Australians Sam Stosur and Daria Gavrilova are both through to the third round of the French Open after posting victories on day five at Roland Garros.

Sporting News

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Djokovic hails inspirational Serena

Serena Williams is the greatest female athlete of all time, according to Novak Djokovic.

Alex Fisher

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Halep admits to French Open nerves

Simona Halep was relieved the nerves she suffered early on in her French Open first-round clash did not hinder her progression at Roland Garros.

Alex Fisher

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Djokovic upturn continues in Paris

Novak Djokovic continued his clay court-season resurgence with another straight-sets win at the French Open, defeating Jaume Munar 7-6 (7-1) 6-4 6-4.

Ben Spratt

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Australian Open: Who is Hyeon Chung?

No one knew about the Korean before his match with Djokovic. Now, 'Chung' is the name on everyone's lips.

Sporting News

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French Open: Australian men crumble in first round collapse, Ash Barty, Daria Gavrilova, Sam Stosur proceed

This is an awful result, but our women can celebrate a highly successful first round. You wouldn't believe who Ash Barty faces next though.

Michael Di Lonardo

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French Open: Serena back on clay

A first grand slam appearance since January 2017 for Serena Williams ended in victory over Kristyna Pliskova in the French Open first round.

Jack Davies

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Nadal fights to finish off Bolelli

Rafael Nadal encountered a challenge as he commenced his French Open defence with a tricky straight-sets win over Simone Bolelli.

Matt Dorman

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French Open: Bitter Bernard Tomic's miserable press conference after first-round loss to Marco Trungelliti

It's an improvement on telling the public he will count his millions, but his childish traits shows much hasn't changed since failing to qualify for the Australian Open.

Michael Di Lonardo

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Wawrinka out in Paris

Guillermo Garcia-Lopez lasted the distance at the French Open against Stan Wawrinka, who endured further problems with his left knee.

Peter Hanson

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ATP French Open Review

There were mixed fortunes for Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Stan Wawrinka on day two of the French Open at Roland Garros.

Harry West

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Kozlova ends Ostapenko's Roland Garros reign on day one

Jelena Ostapenko's Roland Garros reign was brought to a shock end on day one, Kateryna Kozlova winning 7-5 6-3.

Peter Thompson

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Imperious Zverev breezes into second round

Alexander Zverev needed little more than an hour to dispatch Ricardas Berankis in the first round of the French Open.

Joe Wright

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Wang topples Venus in Paris

Venus Williams failed to make it out of the first round for a second consecutive grand slam, losing to Qiang Wang in Paris.

Peter Thompson

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French Open 2018: Nick Kyrgios withdraws from Roland Garros due to elbow injury

Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from the French Open, robbing tennis fans of an all-Australia first-round clash against Bernard Tomic, who will now open his campaign against a lucky loser.

Sporting News

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'I wouldn't go to the pub with him' - Sam Groth on Bernard Tomic

He's not the only one.

Sporting News

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Nick Kyrgios wins doubles title in Lyon alongside Jack Sock

Perfect preparation.

Brendan Bradford

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Nadal gets new R1 opponent

Rafael Nadal will face Simone Bolelli in the first round of the French Open following the withdrawal of Alexandr Dolgopolov.

Tom Webber

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French Open 2018: Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic to face off in first round

What a match we have on our hands

Angus Reid

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Back Injury hampers Ash Barty's French Open preparation

Barty was trailing Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 4-6 0-1 when she took a medical timeout for treatment.

Chris Danks

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Draw raises Serena Williams' hopes

Many felt Williams, who won last year's Australian Open despite being in the early stages of her pregnancy, should have been awarded a seeding, but the French Tennis Federation thought otherwise and the 36-year-old was therefore at risk of being drawn against a top-ranked opponent in the opening rounds.

Christopher Devine

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Nadal not fussed by Federer absence

Rafael Nadal insists it would be no less special to claim yet another French Open title with Roger Federer absent from Roland Garros.

Christopher Devine

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Bernard Tomic qualifies for French Open main draw

Controversial Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic has qualified for the main draw of the French Open with a win over Portugal's Goncalo Oliveira.

Tom Naghten

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French Open 2018: Ash Barty facing possible Serena Williams clash; Nick Kyrgios draws first round qualifier

An Australian hasn't won a singles title at Roland-Garros since Margaret Court in 1973. Considering the 2018 draw, anything is possible.

James Pavey

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French Open 2018: Serena Williams drawn to play Kristyna Pliskova in Roland-Garros first round

Kristyna Pliskova faces a daunting opening-round contest at the French Open against Serena Williams.

Peter Hanson

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French Open 2018: Rafael Nadal to begin Roland-Garros defence against Alexandr Dolgopolov

Rafael Nadal is in the opposite side of the draw to the likes of Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka and Alexander Zverev at the French Open.

Tom Webber

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French Open 2018: Doing the unthinkable - the men most likely to topple Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal is the overwhelming favourite to retain his French Open crown, but we look at the players most likely to topple the king.

Peter Hanson

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Williams sisters get wildcard

Serena and Venus Williams have been awarded wildcards to compete in the women's doubles at the French Open.

Jack Davies

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French Open 2018: Serena Williams practicing at Roland Garros after royal wedding

Serena Williams is ramping up her French Open preparation following the royal wedding.

Peter Hanson

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Nadal sees clearly after Rome rain is gone

Rafael Nadal said a rain break gave him time to consider a different approach after he turned the tide to beat Alexander Zverev in Rome.

Peter Thompson

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Nadal dethrones Zverev in Rome

Rafael Nadal came out firing after a lengthy rain delay to beat Alexander Zverev in an enthralling Internazionali d'Italia final and return to the top of the rankings.

Peter Thompson

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Raonic withdraws from French Open

Injury-plagued former world number three Milos Raonic has withdrawn from the French Open.

Peter Thompson

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Nadal edges out Djokovic in Rome

Rafael Nadal edged closer to reclaiming the world number one spot and the Internazionali d'Italia title with a thrilling 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 semi-final defeat of Novak Djokovic.

Ben Spratt

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Pliskova fined 'four-digit' sum

Karolina Pliskova has been fined a "four-digit amount" for an outburst that saw her smash the umpire's chair at the Internazionali d'Italia, according to her fiance and manager.

Peter Hanson

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Nadal fights back to beat Fognini

Rafael Nadal remained on a collision course with Novak Djokovic by overcoming a first-set blip to ultimately comfortably dispatch Fabio Fognini and book a spot in the semi-finals of the Internazionali d'Italia.

Peter Hanson

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Djokovic cruises through in Rome

Despite a late blip, Novak Djokovic overcame Albert Ramos Vinolas with ease to reach the last eight at the Internazionali d'Italia.

Rob Lancaster

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Karolina Pliskova lashes out on umpire's chair in shocking tantrum

The face of her opponent says it all.

Michael Di Lonardo

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Thiem stuns Nadal in Madrid

Dominic Thiem inflicted Rafael Nadal's first defeat on clay since the Austrian's victory over him in Rome last year to reach the semi-finals of the Madrid Open, meaning Roger Federer will return to world number one.

Nicholas McGee

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Nadal finally loses a set on clay

Rafael Nadal's record-breaking run of 50 successive sets won on the same surface was brought to an end at the Madrid Open by Dominic Thiem, the last man to defeat him on clay.

Nicholas McGee

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Losing no easier for demanding Serena

After bowing out to sister Venus at the Indian Wells Masters, Serena Williams conceded her level is not where she wants it to be.

Peter Hanson

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Djokovic handed tough Indian Wells draw

Novak Djokovic could face Kei Nishikori in the third round of the Indian Wells Masters.

Dejan Kalinic

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Serena returning Thursday

Serena Williams is back.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Nadal withdraws from Acapulco due to injury

Rafael Nadal is still struggling with a hip injury, withdrawing from the Mexican Open.

Dejan Kalinic

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ITF announce plans to transform Davis Cup with World Cup of Tennis

Gerard Pique's hopes of revolutionising tennis with an annual World Cup moved a step closer to coming to fruition on Monday.

Peter Thompson

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Bouchard 'vindicated' after USTA settlement

Relief and vindication were the prevailing emotions for Eugenie Bouchard after she reached a settlement with the USTA.

Nicholas McGee

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Federer earns gritty Seppi win

A day after ensuring he will become the oldest male world number one, Roger Federer beat Andreas Seppi to reach the Rotterdam Open final.

Peter Hanson

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Federer: Nothing to improve

After making the final of the Australian Open without dropping a set, Roger Federer says there is little need to look for improvement.

Peter Hanson

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Halep prevails in marathon

Simona Halep prevailed 4-6 6-4 15-13 to equal the record for the longest women's match based on games played at the Australian Open – 48.

Sacha Pisani

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He's scared of me - Ferrell reveals Federer fears

American actor and comedian Will Ferrell feels 19-time grand slam champion Roger Federer may be scared of him.

Dejan Kalinic

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Federer fires ominous warning

It was a fine start to the Hopman Cup for Roger Federer, who says he feels in fine fettle with the Australian Open looming.

Peter Hanson

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Murray splits with coach Lendl

Former world number one Andy Murray and coach Ivan Lendl have "mutually agreed" to end their coaching relationship.

Nicholas McGee

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Nadal withdraws from ATP Finals

Hampered by a knee injury his shock three-set loss to David Goffin on Monday, Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the ATP Finals.

Sacha Pisani

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Federer hoping for Nadal recovery ahead of ATP Finals

Even at the age of 36, Roger Federer said he was fit – and fresh – ahead of the ATP Finals.

Dejan Kalinic

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Injured Kyrgios finished for 2017

Nick Kyrgios hopes cutting short his season will ensure he does not have to undergo surgery.

Peter Thompson

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Serena Williams reveals Australian reference behind daughter's name

Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. is a nod to the baby girl's first grand slam title while mum Serena Williams was two months pregnant.

Omnisport

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'We will always be rivals'- Federer and Nadal rule out future doubles pairing

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal played doubles together at the Laver Cup on Saturday, but do not expect it to happen again.

Sacha Pisani

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Federer and Nadal join forces while Kyrgios wins again at Laver Cup

Jack Sock and Sam Querrey put up a valiant effort against two of the game's greats, but were no match for Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Guy Atkinson

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Kyrgios and Sock claim Laver Cup win over Nadal and Berdych

Rafael Nadal and Tomas Berdych's defeat in doubles was the only loss of the day for Europe in the Laver Cup.

Nicholas McGee

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Stephens hungry for more after win

After receiving a $3.7million cheque for winning the US Open, Sloane Stephens is hungry for more.

Dejan Kalinic

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WATCH: Stephens thrashes Keys to claim incredible US Open win

Ranked 957th in the world back in July, Sloane Stephens thrashed Madison Keys to win the US Open.

Nicholas McGee

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Nadal blitzes Del Potro in semis

World number one Rafael Nadal came from a set down as he dismantled Juan Martin del Potro in the US Open semi-finals.

Sacha Pisani

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Anderson reaches US Open final

A four-set victory over Pablo Carreno Busta saw Kevin Anderson clinch a place in the US Open final.

Nicholas McGee

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Fognini kicked out of US Open over umpire remarks

After being fined $24,000 for comments made to an umpire, Fabio Fognini has now been suspended from the US Open.

Nicholas McGee

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Gavrilova stuns Radwanska in SFs

Daria Gavrilova – seeking her maiden WTA Tour title – was too good in New Haven Friday as she stunned Agnieszka Radwanska 6-4 6-4.

Sacha Pisani

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Becker excited ahead of US Open

Boris Becker said unpredictable Australian Nick Kyrgios has the game to win a grand slam before declaring the 2017 US Open is wide open due to the injury carnage at the top of the men's game.

Alex Fisher

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Federer reaches Rogers Cup final

Robin Haase gave a good account of himself in Montreal, but the underdog could not stop Roger Federer reaching the Rogers Cup final.

Christopher Devine

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Kokkinakis set for first ATP final

Thanasi Kokkinakis came from a set down to defeat top seed Tomas Berdych in Los Cabos, booking a place in his first ATP Tour final.

Ante Jukic

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Djokovic can emulate Federer, Nadal

By following Roger Federer's example in taking an extended break from tennis, Novak Djokovic can prolong the lifespan of the Big Four.

Iain Strachan

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Fed wants trophies, not top spot

After a record-breaking triumph at Wimbledon delivered a 19th grand slam, Roger Federer's future goals are simple - keep winning trophies.

Matthew Scott

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Federer plots future Wimbledon wins

Roger Federer is a Wimbledon champion again at 35 and, with tongue firmly in cheek, he has already begun plotting to extend his longevity.

Alex Fisher

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Arise Roger the great

Marin Cilic may not have been at his best but Roger Federer showed no mercy to lift a record eighth Wimbledon men's title.

Alex Fisher

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Blister led to Cilic's downfall

Marin Cilic was in excruciating pain during the men's Wimbledon final due to an untimely blister on his left foot.

A Fisher at Wimb...

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Federer surprised by 2017 success

After securing his eighth Wimbledon crown, Roger Federer says he was not expecting to enjoy so much success in 2017.

Alex Fisher

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Federer savours magical victory

The evergreen Roger Federer has won both grand slams he has entered this year after ending the 2016 season following his Wimbledon exit.

Peter Thompson

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Roger Federer creates history in Wimbledon final win over Marin Cilic

The great Roger Federer smashed yet more records as he claimed a 19th grand slam title in a one-sided Wimbledon final against Marin Cilic.

Peter Thompson

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Wimbledon men's final in Opta facts

Roger Federer will become the first man to win eight singles titles at Wimbledon if he gets the better of Marin Cilic.

Peter Thompson

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Federer cautiously confident ahead of Wimbledon final

A Wimbledon final with Marin Cilic will be as tough as facing Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic or Rafael Nadal, says Roger Federer.

Nicholas McGee

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Becker urges duo to take a break

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal reaped the rewards of taking time out and Boris Becker thinks their 'Big Four' rivals should do the same.

Peter Thompson

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Police now say Venus not at fault for fatal accident

American tennis star Venus Williams was cleared of being at fault for a fatal road accident.

Ron Clements

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Millman unhappy at proposed changes

Rumoured attempts by the United States Tennis Association to trial new rules at the US Open are not popular with John Millman.

Iain Strachan

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Djokovic brushes off Tiger talk

"I really don't take anything personal." Novak Djokovic brushed off comparisons to Tiger Woods.

Dejan Kalinic

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Return to number one would be something beautiful, says Nadal

A return to number one would mean a lot to Wimbledon hopeful Rafael Nadal, who advanced to the third round on Wednesday.

Sacha Pisani

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Federer breaks Wimbledon record after first-round win

There was new ground broken by Federer at Wimbledon, as Alexandr Dolgopolov retired from the round-one encounter.

Peter Hanson

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Murray, Nadal cruise through at Wimbledon as Wawrinka upset

Wawrinka is the first major casualty of Wimbledon, but Murray and Nadal had no such trouble in their openers on Monday.

Omnisport

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Roger and Rafa primed for glory

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal appear likely to set up another must-watch Wimbledon final as the third grand slam of 2017 draws near.

Christopher Devine

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Nick Kyrgios set to face Andy Murray in Wimbledon fourth round

Nick Kyrgios faces a potential Wimbledon fourth-round meeting with world No.1 Andy Murray for the second year in a row.

Sporting News

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Barty beaten as Kvitova wins first title since knife attack

Her career was endangered by a knife attack in December, but now Petra Kvitova is back to winning titles on the WTA Tour.

Russell Greaves

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Safarova survives Gavrilova bout

The best match of the day at the Aegon Classic saw Lucie Safarova outlast Daria Gavrilova in a lengthy thriller.

Iain Strachan

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Nadal's 10th title in numbers

Rafael Nadal made history with by winning the French Open for a 10th time on Sunday. We examine the numbers behind his success.

Tom Webber

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The surprise motivator behind Nadal's history-making resurgence

It has been far from plain sailing for Rafael Nadal in recent years and he credits his response to those troubles with his resurgence.

Tom Webber

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Nadal wins 10th French Open title

There was to be no denying Rafael Nadal a slice of tennis history on Sunday as he pummelled Stan Wawrinka in the French Open final.

Tom Webber

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Sharapova to miss grass season

Former world number one Maria Sharapova had been due to compete in qualifying for Wimbledon, but will no longer be able to take part.

Christopher Devine

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WATCH: Feuding French players share kiss after Roland Garros match

Simona Halep enhanced her status as favourite for the French Open, while Caroline Garcia prevailed in her grudge match with Alize Cornet.

Harry West

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John McEnroe wants to book Elton John for gay wedding ceremony at Margaret Court Arena

Margaret Court may not see the funny side of John McEnroe's response to her controversial views on gay marriage and sexuality in tennis.

Sporting News

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Big day of upsets at the French Open

The women's singles draw at Roland Garros is even more open after Garbine Muguruza, Venus Williams and Svetlana Kuznetsova bowed out.

Christopher Devine

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Nadal not thinking of injuries

French Open favourite Rafael Nadal says he is pain-free but said "we'll see what's going on" with his body going forward.

Peter Thompson

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Navratilova slams Margaret Court

Martina Navratilova has described Margaret Court as "a racist and a homophobe" and wants her name removed at Melbourne Park.

Sacha Pisani

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Kyrgios: Nadal knows he won't lose

Rafael Nadal is a strong favourite to win a record 10th title at Roland Garros and Nick Kyrgios says rightly so.

P Thompson at Ro...

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Djokovic: A dream come true to have Agassi as coach

Novak Djokovic, 30, is relishing the opportunity to work with Andre Agassi, having only claimed one title in 2017

Sacha Pisani

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Zverev takes Rome title

Showing maturity beyond his years, Alexander Zverev claimed the biggest title of his career to move into the top 10 in the world rankings.

Peter Thompson

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Sharapova to qualify for Wimbledon

After being denied a French Open wildcard, Maria Sharapova has chosen to enter qualifying for Wimbledon.

Iain Strachan

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Andy Murray handed shock defeat in Rome

Fabio Fognini was simply too good for Andy Murray in his homeland, beating the struggling world number one in straight sets.

Peter Thompson

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WATCH: Unbelievable, no-look shot at the Madrid Open

The Madrid Open saw one of the great shots on Friday as Pablo Cuevas showed how to hit the perfect winner without even looking.

Russell Greaves

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Injured Kyrgios gets the job done in Madrid

The seeds were largely comfortable at the Madrid Open, with Grigor Dimitrov and Nick Kyrgios among the winners.

Dejan Kalinic

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'She is starting at ground zero' - WTA chief on Sharapova wildcard

Steve Simon defended Maria Sharapova upcoming return in Stuttgart.

Sacha Pisani

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Serena Williams responds to Ilie Nastase following 'racist' remarks about unborn baby

The 23-time Grand Slam champion supports the ITF's investigation into "racist" comments purportedly made by Ilie Nastase on Friday.

Harry West

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ITF president slams Nastase abuse after Konta is reduced to tears

Johanna Konta said the abusive language which she was subjected to from Ilie Nastase "snowballed" and "got out of hand".

Peter Thompson

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WATCH: Nadal reaches Monte Carlo final after umpire howler rattles Goffin

David Goffin had the wind taken out of his sails by a terrible mistake from the chair umpire and Rafael Nadal took advantage.

Peter Thompson

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Magnificent Goffin claims Djokovic scalp

Novak Djokovic was unable to pull off another escape act as he lost to David Goffin for the first time in the principality.

Peter Thompson

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Kyrgios outlasts Zverev

A week after Nick Kyrgios withdrew from a match with Roger Federer due to food poisoning, the two will meet in the Miami Open semifinals.

Sacha Pisani

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Sharapova sure of doping suspicions

Five-time major winner Maria Sharapova says it will be hard for her to shake off suspicions as she nears the end of her 15-month doping ban.

Tom Webber

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Kyrgios pulls out of Federer clash

After coming down with what he thinks may be food poisoning, Nick Kyrgios will not take to the court to face Roger Federer on Friday.

Tom Webber

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Barty wins first WTA title

Nao Hibino was unable to cope with the brilliance of Ashleigh Barty as she broke her duck on the WTA circuit.

Tom Webber

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Kyrgios: How I beat Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic became the latest star to fall to the unpredictable Nick Kyrgios, but the Australian says there is no secret to his success.

Peter Hanson

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WATCH: USTA play nazi-era national anthem for Germany, forced to awkwardly apologise

After an outdated version of the German national anthem was played ahead of a Fed Cup tie in Hawaii, the USTA issued a swift apology.

Christopher Devine

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Federer win ends greatest debate

An enthralling five-set win over Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final saw Roger Federer clinch his 18th grand slam title.

Dejan Kalinic

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