Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams - the statistics that matter

​For the first time since 2009, Serena and Venus Williams contest a grand-slam final. Using Opta, we preview the Australian Open showdown.

WATCH: Re-live Federer and Nadal's epic 2009 Australian Open final

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are set for another Australian Open epic, just as they delivered in the 2009 final.

Rafael Nadal speaks about his upcoming Australian Open final with Roger Federer

Rafael Nadal had to dig deep to reach the Australian Open final and says facing Roger Federer on Sunday will be "a privilege".

Serena sets up all-Williams final in Melbourne

World number two Serena Williams needed less than an hour to set up an Australian Open final against sister Venus.

WATCH: World No.1 dumped out of Australian Open

Angelique Kerber's reign as Australian Open champion is over after she was stunned by the unseeded Coco Vandeweghe.

WATCH: Federer emerges as Australian Open favourite after outlasting Nishikori

After Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray were eliminated early, Roger Federer staked his claim to the Australian Open by beating Kei Nishikori.

Andre Agassi cautions against excessive Nick Kyrgios criticism

Nick Kyrgios was at the centre of controversy once again at the Australian Open, but Andre Agassi offered words of support.

Radwanska channelled Kyrgios

A brilliant piece of skill to wrong-foot Tsvetana Pironkova was inspired by a local Australian Open favourite, says Agnieszka Radwanska.

Azarenka: Beware wounded Serena Williams

Serena Williams lost in the 2016 Australian Open final and in the semis of the US Open, but Victoria Azarenka expects a telling response.

Kyrgios disagrees with Federer: I think I can win Australian Open

A confident Nick Kyrgios feels he could spring a shock by winning the Australian Open after Roger Federer claimed it was unlikely.

Konta too good for Radwanska

Defeated by Agnieszka Radwanska in her last WTA Tour final appearance, Johanna Konta gained her revenge at the Sydney International.

Djokovic handed tough opener, Federer to face qualifier

World number two Novak Djokovic meets Fernando Verdasco in the opening round of the Australian Open.

Kerber set for Aus Open defence

Angelique Kerber returns to Melbourne Park for the first time since upstaging Serena Williams in last year's final.

Australian Open could see early Roger Federer - Rafael Nadal blockbuster

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are set to add some first-week intrigue to the Australian Open and could meet in the third round.

Australian tennis match-fixer Nick Lindahl given his punishment

Found guilty of match-fixing, Nick Lindahl received a huge fine and seven-year suspension from tennis.

World No.1 bundled out of Sydney International

Angelique Kerber's slow start to the year continued with a second-round loss at the Sydney International.

Both Williams sisters already out of Auckland's ASB Classic

Caroline Wozniacki is the biggest name left in the ASB Classic after Madison Brengle stunned Serena Williams and her sister Venus withdrew.

Bernard Tomic makes excuse for first-round exit at Brisbane International

After losing to David Ferrer on Monday, Bernard Tomic suggested his heavy workload in the build-up to the match had proven decisive.

WATCH: Sam Stosur crashes out in first round of Brisbane International

She was 4-2 down in the final set but French Open champion Garbine Muguruza fought back to defeat Sam Stosur at the Brisbane International.

Ana Ivanovic announces retirement

The 2008 French Open winner made an announcement on her Facebook page.

Nick Kyrgios reveals key to unlocking his potential

On the back of a year that could have been considered both his best and worst, Nick Kyrgios wants a solely positive 2017.

Nick Kyrgios takes positives from ATP ban as he targets top 10

A place in the top 10 is the target for Nick Kyrgios, who feels his suspension by the ATP could be beneficial to him going forward.

Del Potro's phenomenal comeback seals Argentina Davis Cup triumph

Federico Delbonis sealed a maiden Davis Cup title for Argentina, but Juan Martin del Potro was the undoubted hero in Zagreb on Sunday.

Mark Philippoussis fires warning at Nick Kyrgios

Mark Philippoussis has become the latest tennis veteran to offer advice to help Nick Kyrgios reach his potential.

Andy Murray wins World Tour Finals to end 2016 as No.1

The season-ending clash between Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic was won convincingly by the Briton, who has now claimed five titles in a row.

WATCH: Kyrgios blatantly tanks, blasts crowd's boos

Another controversial episode was added to the story of Nick Kyrgios' career on Wednesday, but he was unapologetic.

'Groundhog Day' for Sam Stosur

Sam Stosur was the biggest casualty at the Hong Kong Open on Tuesday.

The Nick Kyrgios show rolls on...

Novak Djokovic made a winning comeback after dropping out of the China Open through injury, while Nick Kyrgios maintained his form.

Maria Sharapova's doping ban has been changed

Following her appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, Maria Sharapova has had her doping suspension reduced.

Kyrgios chokes, Tomic gets through

Dominic Thiem remains on course for London, while Nick Kyrgios bid farewell to the Chengdu Open in round two on Thursday.

USA Gymnastics: Simone Biles justified in use of banned substance to treat ADHD

USA Gymnastics says Simone Biles has not broken any drug-testing regulations after she was targeted in a cyber attack.

Novak Djokovic facing humiliating Wimbledon defeat

Sam Querrey played two stunning sets of tennis to put Novak Djokovic on the brink of a shock Wimbledon exit before the weather intervened.

Video: Sam Stosur's French Open dream ends

Garbine Muguruza overwhelmed Sam Stosur to reach her first French Open final in style on Friday.

Comment: Kyrgios' withdrawal poses questions for AOC, Chiller

There are no winners in the saga that has led to Nick Kyrgios making himself unavailable for Australia's Olympic team.

Video: Rejuvenated Stosur blasts her way into quarter-finals

Simona Halep and Agnieszka Radwanska were sent packing from the French Open, while Serena Williams faces four matches in four days.

Rasheed blasts Tomic: Show some passion or leave tennis

Australian coach Roger Rasheed is fed up with maligned countryman Bernard Tomic's on-court persona, urging the world number 22 to either "show some passion" or "leave the sport".

Kyrgios takes it right up to Nadal on clay

Rafael Nadal gained a measure of revenge over Nick Kyrgios with a three-set win at the Internazionali d'Italia on Thursday.

Nick Kyrgios celebrates birthday in style

Nick Kyrgios marked his 21st birthday by defeating Inigo Cervantes in straight sets to progress to the quarter-finals of the Estoril Open on Wednesday.

Stop the press: Djokovic beaten by player outside the top 50

Jiri Vesely secured the biggest win of his career, dumping defending Monte Carlo Masters champion Novak Djokovic out in Wednesday's second-round encounter.

Djokovic sympathises with Sharapova

After Maria Sharapova tested positive for meldonium at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic offered words of support to the Russian.

WADA to conduct review after Sharapova's failed drug test

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) president Craig Reedie believes the International Tennis Federation's (ITF) anti-doping programme is "sound", but suggested they will conduct a review of protocols following Maria Sharapova's failed drugs test at the Australian Open.

Kokkinakis: Tomic should have kept Kyrgios thoughts private

Thanasi Kokkinakis feels fellow Australian Bernard Tomic was wrong to publicly accuse Davis Cup team-mate Nick Kyrgios of faking illness to get out of their tie against the United States last week.

Williams praises Sharapova's 'courage and heart'

Maria Sharapova received backing from world number one Serena Williams for how she has handled her positive drugs test.

Kyrgios retires hurt in Wawrinka battle

Nick Kyrgios was forced to retire with a back injury as Stan Wawrinka reached the final of the Dubai Tennis Championships.

Australian Open diary

Our daily diary from Melbourne Park rounds up a number of talking points to have emerged on day 12 of the Australian Open.

Video: Kerber overcomes Konta to reach maiden major final

German seventh seed Angelique Kerber was too good for Johanna Konta in the Australian Open semi-finals on Thursday.

Radwanska lauds Serena at AO2016

Agnieszka Radwanska described Serena Williams' first set in their Australian Open semifinal as the best performance she has ever faced.

Kerber, Konta set to face off in Aussie Open semi

Being aggressive and mentally tough made the difference for Angelique Kerber against Victoria Azarenka at the Australian Open.

Tomic a certainty to reach top 10 - Murray

Andy Murray talked up Bernard Tomic after the world number two prevailed in straight sets at the Australian Open.

Former tennis pro admits to fixing

Nick Lindahl, a former top-200 tennis player, has pleaded guilty to a match-fixing charge relating to a minor tournament in 2013.

Azarenka eases into quarter-finals

For the third straight year, Victoria Azarenka knocked Barbora Strycova out of the Australian Open.

Federer cruises into Australian Open quarterfinals

Tomas Berdych awaits Roger Federer in the next round after the 17-time grand slam champion accounted for David Goffin.

Djokovic: It's not me versus world

Gilles Simon's suggestion that he had the support of the locker room versus Novak Djokovic was of no concern to the world number one.

Australian Open diary

Our daily diary from Melbourne Park rounds up a number of talking points to have emerged on day five of the Australian Open.

Murray cruises past Groth

Big-serving Sam Groth caused Andy Murray no problems at the Australian Open as the world number two won comfortably.

Serena powers into third round

Hsieh Su-wei was no match for Serena Williams as the world number one cruised to a second-round win at the Australian Open.

Australian Open diary

Our daily diary from Melbourne Park rounds up a number of talking points to have emerged on day one of the Australian Open.

Troicki defends Sydney title

Viktor Troicki completed a successful defence of his Sydney International title after fighting back from a set down against Grigor Dimitrov.

Ivanovic upsets Sydney again

Kyrgios, Gavrilova seal Hopman Cup triumph for Australia

Australia reach Hopman Cup final

Australia reached their first Hopman Cup final in 13 years after Nick Kyrgios and Daria Gavriolva prevailed in the decider against France.

Video: Stone the Crows - Hewitt booed at Hopman Cup!

Kyrgios claims maiden win over Murray

Sharapova withdraws in Brisbane

The Brisbane International will have a new champion after title holder Maria Sharapova succumbed to injury without hitting a ball.

Federer happy to retire with 17 grand slams

Hewitt: Kyrgios can be top 10 player

Injury rules top 10 seed out of Australian Open

Serena hits rankings milestone

As the 2016 season draws near, the irrepressible Serena Williams is able to celebrate a 150th straight week at the top of the WTA rankings.

Wawrinka has moved on - Kyrgios

Stan Wawrinka and Nick Kyrgios have started to patch up their differences at the International Premier Tennis League.

Awkward - Kyrgios and Wawrinka to be on the same team

Tomic eyes top 10

Bernard Tomic is ambitious heading into the New Year and next month's Australian Open.

Kyrgios: 'I'm not a bad boy'

Dellacqua out of Australian Open

Having been diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome following a fall at the China Open, Casey Dellacqua will miss the Australian Open.

'I can achieve more' - Djokovic

After an amazing year was completed with yet another title, Novak Djokovic said he could do even better.

Brilliant Djokovic thrashes Federer to claim record

World number one Novak Djokovic fittingly ended a sensational year by beating Roger Federer to claim his fifth ATP World Tour Finals title.

Federer sets up Djokovic final rematch in London

A straight-sets win over Stan Wawrinka means Roger Federer has the opportunity to beat Novak Djokovic again in the season's final match.

Serena Williams chases down alleged phone thief

World number one Serena Williams dubbed her pursuit of a man who took her phone as "a win for the ladies!"

Hewitt vows to help bad-boy Kyrgios

After being named Australia's Davis Cup captain, Lleyton Hewitt has pledged to help Nick Kyrgios shake off his bad-boy image.

Tomic shot down by veteran Baghdatis

Marcos Baghdatis produced the biggest surprise at the Stockholm Open on Wednesday, beating Bernard Tomic in straight sets.

Bernard Tomic achieves career-high ranking

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has returned to the top 10 of the ATP world rankings after reaching the final of the Shanghai Masters, while Bernard Tomic is up to a career-high of 18th.

Tomic upsets Gasquet to set up Djokovic quarter final

Australia's Bernard Tomic has upset 11th seed Richard Gasquet to continue his fine run of form at the Shanghai Masters.

Djokovic wins US Open title

Novak Djokovic made it a perfect 10 majors, claiming his second US Open title with a four-set win over Roger Federer on Sunday.

Federer hits back at Boris Becker

Roger Federer has hit back at Boris Becker after the German six time Grand Slam champion called his bold new chip and charge return strategy disrespectful.

Anderson stuns Murray at US Open

Brit Andy Murray's US Open is over after a loss to Kevin Anderson in the fourth round at Flushing Meadows.

Tomic saves match points to down Hewitt

Bernard Tomic battled past former US Open champion Lleyton Hewitt to end the Australian veteran's last Flushing Meadows singles campaign.

Warne urges embattled Kyrgios not to waste talent

Nick Kyrgios is running out of allies but Shane Warne has attempted to get the controversial youngster back onside with the sporting world.

Serena Williams edges closer to calendar Grand Slam

Serena Williams remains on course to complete the calendar grand slam after hard-fought victory in the second round at Flushing Meadows

Federer coasts into second round at U.S. Open

The five-time U.S. Open winner could hardly have asked for an easier day as he breezed through his first match against Leonardo Mayer.

Ivanovic dumped out of US Open

Serbian seventh seed Ana Ivanovic's US Open campaign lasted just one day, while Serena Williams and her Grand Slam bid remains on track.

Nishikori eliminated in first round, Fish's retirement on hold

Last year's runner-up Kei Nishikori was the biggest casualty on the opening day of the US Open, while retirement-bound Mardy Fish advanced.

Nadal denies snubbing Kyrgios

Rafael Nadal reportedly declined an invitation to team up with embattled youngster Nick Kyrgios at an event in New York during the week.

Kyrgios and Wawrinka land on same side of US Open draw

Nick Kyrgios and Stan Wawrinka could meet in the quarter-finals of the US Open starting next week - but the controversial Australian will first have to get past third seed Andy Murray in the opening round.

Kyrgios hit with four-week ban for Wawrinka sledge

Tennis bad boy Nick Kyrgios has been slapped with a hefty fine and a four-week ban after the ATP completed its investigation into his now infamous sledge against Stan Wawrinka.

Hewitt receives US Open wildcard

Americans were well rewarded as US Open wildcards were granted, with Lleyton Hewitt set for another appearance at the grand slam.

Tomic defends title in Colombia

Bernard Tomic put the controversy of the last few weeks behind him by defeating Adrian Mannarino to defend his ATP Claro Open title.

Stosur shoots for second WTA title in 2015

The rain put paid to Sara Errani's semi-final with Karin Knapp at the Nurnberger Gastein Ladies, with Sam Stosur awaiting in the final.

Stosur runs riot, wins 11 straight games

Sam Stosur routed Klara Koukalova to make the quarter-finals of the Nurnberger Gastein Ladies while Sara Errani overcame a determined effort from Aliaksandra Sasnovich to reach the second round.

Tomic apologises

Bernard Tomic has admitted fault for the incident that led to the Australian tennis player being arrested in Miami on Wednesday.

Tomic prepared to sue Tennis Australia for 'Hall of Shame' error

Bernard Tomic is seeking legal advice after a statement that said he was playing in the 'Hall of Shame Championships' in a media release prompted an apology from Tennis Australia (TA).

Djokovic vanquishes Federer to go back-to-back

The brilliant Novak Djokovic won his ninth grand slam title by beating Roger Federer at Wimbledon for the second successive year.

Hingis claims doubles title

Some 17 years since her last Wimbledon final, Martina Hingis claimed the women's doubles title with Sania Mirza on Saturday.

Williams seals 'Serena Slam'

Serena Williams won her 21st grand slam title by beating Garbine Muguruza in straight sets on Centre Court.

WTA slam Stakhovsky for anti-lesbian comments

The WTA has hit back at Ukrainian Sergiy Stakhovsky following his stunning comments about gay players on the women's tour.

Djokovic ready for final repeat

World number one Novak Djokovic is prepared to face a familiar foe in Roger Federer in Sunday's final at SW19.

Federer ready for final rematch

A delighted Roger Federer was in buoyant mood after seeing off Andy Murray in straight sets to reach the Wimbledon men's singles final.

'Tanking' Kyrgios' extraordinary Wimbledon exit

Nick Kyrgios' Wimbledon ended in controversy as the Australian briefly stopped trying in his defeat to Richard Gasquet.

Tomic dumped from Davis Cup for 'unacceptable' behaviour

Bernard Tomic has been thrown out of Australia's Davis Cup squad after criticising captain Pat Rafter and others.

Groth gone as Federer marches on

Second seed Roger Federer was a class apart from Sam Groth in Saturday's third-round encounter on Centre Court.

TA hits back at Tomic

After Bernard Tomic's extraordinary attack on Tennis Australia, the governing body responded.

Wimbledon Wrap: Kyrgios cruises through, Tomic outclassed

Top seed Novak Djokovic produced another fine display with a 6-3 6-3 6-3 win over Bernard Tomic at Wimbledon.

Video: Groth set for Federer clash after big second round win

Rafael Nadal succumbed to another early Wimbledon exit, losing in four sets to Dustin Brown in the second round.

Wimbledon Wrap: Djokovic, Wawrinka through

Defending champion Novak Djokovic had no problems in reaching the third round of Wimbledon with a routine win over Jarkko Nieminen.

Wimbledon: Facts and figures

With Wimbledon getting under way on Monday, we look at some interesting numbers and statistics ahead of the tournament.

Stosur's nightmare Wimbledon warm-up continues

Samantha Stosur's grass court form has not improved ahead of her thirteenth Wimbledon campaign, after being bundled out of the Eastbourne International in straight-sets.

Another Kyrgios coach bites the dust

Australian star Nick Kyrgios and coach Todd Larkham have agreed to part ways less than a week out from Wimbledon.

Hewitt handed chance for Wimbledon swansong

Former Wimbledon champion Lleyton Hewitt is among those to have been handed a wildcard for this year's competition.

Hewitt's love affair with Queen's ends

Milos Raonic survived a scare in the first round of the Aegon Championships as Lleyton Hewitt fell at the first hurdle in his final appearance at Queen's Club.

Seeded Aussie dumped out of Nottingham

Alison Riske succeeded where the likes of Karin Knapp and Australia's Ajla Tomljanovic failed by reaching the Aegon Open Nottingham second round.

Williams wins French Open

World number one Serena Williams has now won an astonishing 20 grand slam titles after seeing off Lucie Safarova in the French Open.

Rain leaves Murray and Djokovic on the brink

An incoming storm forced play to be suspended with Novak Djokovic two sets to one up against Andy Murray at Roland Garros.

Wawrinka shatters France's hopes and dreams

Stan Wawrinka will play in his first French Open final on Sunday after overcoming home hope Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the searing heat.

Nadal's claycourt dominance ends, Murray finishes Ferrer

Novak Djokovic ended Rafael Nadal's dominance at the French Open with a comprehensive 7-5 6-3 6-1 quarter-final victory.

Williams flogs Errani, Bacsinszky into semi

Serena Williams stormed into the French Open semi-finals with a routine 6-1 6-3 victory over Sara Errani on Wednesday.

Andy Murray fights off David Ferrer to reach French Open semifinals

Next up for Murray: world No. 1 Novak Djokovic.

Serena Williams eases past Errani into French Open's final four

The world's No. 1 player stormed into the semifinals at Roland Garros with a routine 6-1, 6-3 victory over the Italian.

Video: Roof panel hits fans at French Open

A roof panel fell from a scoreboard at the French Open, leading to a temporary suspension of Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's match with Kei Nishikori.

Scoreboard panel falls into crowd, injures three at French Open

French Open fans had to be evacuated after falling debris caused injuries.

Nadal and Djokovic poised for epic QF clash

World number one Novak Djokovic will bid to end Rafael Nadal's reign at the French Open after they both won to set up a quarter-final clash.

Sharapova shocked, Kvitova also eliminated

While Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova both crashed out, Serena Williams remains on course for the French Open title.

Rafael Nadal sports $775,000 watch during French Open play

Rafael Nadal is wearing a very expensive watch during the French Open.

Serena Williams battles past Sloane Stephens at French Open

Top seed Serena Williams needed all of her experience to come from a set down to beat Sloane Stephens 1-6, 7-5, 6-3 at the French Open.

Maria Sharapova loses to Lucie Safarova in upset at French Open

Defending champion Maria Sharapova lost her first French Open match in nearly two years as Lucie Safarova sent the second seed crashing out.

French Open: Tsonga delights Paris with upset of No. 4 seed Berdych

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga became the first Frenchman into the Roland Garros quarterfinals with victory over Tomas Berdych.

Azarenka: That call was bull****

Two-time grand slam champion Victoria Azarenka was ropable with a line-call saga that cost her a point against Serena Williams.

Serena Williams rallies to defeat Victoria Azarenka at French Open

World No. 1 Williams survives a severe test and reaches the fourth round at Roland Garros.

Nadal surges into fourth round

The 'King of Clay' remains on course for a 10th title at Roland Garros.

Sharapova blasts Stosur out of French Open

Defending champion Maria Sharapova continued her progress at the French Open as she set up a fourth-round clash with Lucie Safarova.

Maria Sharapova battles through against Sam Stosur at French Open

Defending champion wins 6-3, 6-4 at Roland Garros.

Williams survives Friedsam scare

Williams had to rally after dropping the first set to Anna-Lena Friedsam at Roland Garros.

Fifth-seeded Caroline Wozniacki bows out at French Open

Fifth seed Caroline Wozniacki bowed out of the French Open in straight sets to Julia Goerges at Roland Garros.

No. 3 seed Simona Halep stunned in French Open bracket-buster

Having made it all the way to the final in 2014, the Romanian was eliminated Wednesday by Mirjana Lucic-Baroni, the world's 70th-ranked player.

French Open: Serena Williams says her elbow is not 100 percent

Despite a straightforward win at the French Open, Serena Williams said she is not yet at full strength.

Nadal and Djokovic through in French Open

The King of Clay was on song at Roland Garros as Rafael Nadal eased into the French Open second round.

Rafael Nadal encouraged by Roland Garros start

The nine-time champion was pleased with his first-round display against rookie Quentin Halys at the French Open.

French Open Men's Wrap: Murray and Berdych ease through

Both Andy Murray and Tomas Berdych enjoyed straightforward progress into the second round of the French Open on Monday.

French Open Women's Wrap: Venus out, Sharapova through

Venus Williams lost out in the first round of the French Open, but defending champion Maria Sharapova enjoyed a safe passage.

Sloane Stephens stops Venus Williams in first round

Venus Williams was unceremoniously dumped out of the French Open first round as Sloane Stephens recorded a 7-6 (7-5) 6-1 victory.

Maria Sharapova booed after winning French Open match

The two-time French Open winner was booed by the crowd after she defeated Kaia Kanepi in straight sets.

Tomas Berdych optimistic after 'best possible start' at French Open

World number four Tomas Berdych believes he is well prepared for a tilt at the French Open title after winning his first-round clash.

Federer hits out at French Open

French Open organisers have been criticised by Roger Federer after a young fan broke through security at the end of his first-round match.

Wawrinka condems 'stupid' article

Stan Wawrinka launches scathing attack on French Open organisers after "completely stupid" article is published about his private life.

Federer cruises into round two

Second seed Roger Federer won in straight sets to reach the French Open's second round but was unhappy when a fan ran onto court.

Noah in Pouille camp

Lucas Pouille has sought advice from Yannick Noah, ahead of his French Open first-round clash against Gilles Simon.

French Open draw: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal on collision course

Nadal has lost just one of his 67 matches at Roland Garros and is shooting for his 10th title at the event.

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova set course for French Open finals

Draws are announced for 2015's play at Roland Garros.

French Open: Will King Nadal be dethroned?

Rafael Nadal is rightly considered the 'King of Clay', but can Novak Djokovic end his reign at the French Open in 2015?

French Open: Potential surprises on the women's side

The French Open can throw up some surprising names from year-to-year. Here are five who could surprise at Roland Garros.

Stosur wins all-Aussie contest in Strasbourg

Australia's Sam Stosur moved into the semi finals at the WTA Internationaux de Strasbourg, proving too strong for compatriot Alja Tomljanovic.

Kyrgios injured days before the French Open

Rising Australian star Nick Kyrgios has retired from the Open de Nice Cote d'Azurt just four days before the French Open begins.

Virus strikes down Tomic

Australia's Bernard Tomic has struggled on clay this year and a virus ended his hopes of a return to form at the Open de Nice Cote d'Azur.

Stosur to meet Tomljanovic in last eight

Sam Stosur had a simple route in the last eight of the WTA Internationaux de Strasbourg as Lesia Tsurenko pulled out with a back problem.

Stosur knocks out defending champion in Strasbourg

Defending champion Monica Puig was knocked out in the first round of the Internationaux de Strasbourg by Samantha Stosur.

Bob Hewitt jailed for six years

Bob Hewitt won nine major doubles titles during the 1960s and '70s, as well as six mixed doubles crowns.

Djokovic: Best year of my career

After lifting his fourth Internazionali d'Italia title, Novak Djokovic hailed his form in 2015 as the "best year of my career".

Nadal praises Wawrinka

After losing at his fourth straight clay-court tournament, Nadal could only praise opponent Stan Wawrinka.

Serena Williams injures elbow in Italy; Simona Halep, Maria Sharapova advance

Williams, the tournament's defending champion, drops out to recuperate for the French Open.

Murray withdraws in Rome

Following a 10-match winning run on clay, Andy Murray has withdrawn from the Internazionali d'Italia, citing fatigue.

Kyrgios, Tomic dumped out in Rome

Aussies Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic have been knocked out in the second round at the ATP Internazionali d'Italia in Rome.

Rafael Nadal feeling positive after falling to Andy Murray in Madrid final

Rafael Nadal was in a buoyant mood despite losing to Andy Murray in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday.

Murray dominates Nadal on clay to win Madrid Open

Andy Murray defeated clay-court expert Rafael Nadal in front of a partisan crowd to clinch the ATP Madrid Open title.

Petra Kvitova storms past Svetlana Kuznetsova to Madrid title

A run of nine consecutive games lay at the heart of Petra Kvitova's straight-set triumph over Svetlana Kuznetsova in the Madrid Open final.

Murray marches into final

Following his victory at the BMW Open last week, Andy Murray booked his place in the Madrid Open final by beating Kei Nishikori.

Kvitova 'fell in love' with tennis

World No. 4 Petra Kvitova said beating Serena Williams for the first time has reignited her love for tennis.

Rafael Nadal sails into Madrid Open quarterfinals

Rafael Nadal sailed into the Madrid Open quarterfinals with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Simone Bolelli on Thursday.

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova advance to semifinals at Madrid Open

Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova both secured safe passages into the semifinals of the WTA Madrid Open on Thursday.

Kyrgios bubble bursts as Nadal sails in quarter-finals

Nick Kyrgios couldn't repeat the heroics of beating Roger Federer while Rafael Nadal sailed into the Madrid Open quarter-finals with a 6-2 6-2 victory over Simone Bolelli.

Stosur eliminated, Williams given fright by Azarenka

Australia's Samantha Stosur went down after winning the first set against Svetlana Kuznetsova while top seed Serena Williams was given a huge scare in her three-set win over Victoria Azarenka at the Madrid Open.

Federer hails Kyrgios' serve

Nick Kyrgios continues to attract fans, with vanquished Madrid Open opponent Roger Federer hailing the Australian's powerful serve.

Federer hails Kyrgios' serve

Nick Kyrgios continues to attract fans, with vanquished Madrid Open opponent Roger Federer hailing the Australian's powerful serve.

BMW Open:Murray edges Kohlschreiber

Andy Murray won through in his rain-delayed BMW Open final with Philipp Kohlschreiber to claim a first ATP Tour clay-court title.

Stosur, Williams march into third round

Serena Williams racked up her 25th straight win by beating Sloane Stephens 6-4 6-0 in the second round of the Madrid Open on Monday.

Federer could face Kyrgios

As Rafael Nadal looks to get back to his best, Roger Federer could meet Nick Kyrgios in the second round in Madrid.

Kyrgios reaches first ATP semi-final

Kyrgios reaches first ATP semi-final in the Estoril Open on Friday.

Foul-mouthed Kyrgios secures comeback win in Estoril

Rising star Nick Kyrgios moved into the second round of the Estoril Open with a drawn-out win over Albert Ramos on his return from injury.

Tomic dumped out of BMW Open at first hurdle

Sixth seed Bernard Tomic suffered an early exit at the BMW Open as Janko Tipsarevic battled through to the second round.

Fitness the focus for Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios wants improvement in his fitness and conditioning as he prepares to make a big impact on his return to action.

Kyrgios drops as Nadal returns to top four

Returning to the top four was Rafael Nadal, while there were small gains for Tomas Berdych and Marin Cilic in the ATP World Tour rankings.

Djokovic wins third Masters title of season, breaks record

After becoming the first man to win the first three Masters titles of the season, Monte Carlo champion Novak Djokovic is eyeing more glory.

Nadal into Monte Carlo semi-finals

Eight-time Monte Carlo Masters champion Rafael Nadal will meet world number one Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of this year's event.

Djokovic and Ricciardo recognised at Laureus Awards

Novak Djokovic was named World Sportsman of the Year at the Laureus Awards, while Daniel Ricciardo picked up the breakthrough of the year gong.

Hingis back in Fed Cup team after 17 years

Five-time grand slam singles champion Martina Hingis has been named in Switzerland's Fed Cup team for the first time in 17 years.

Murray to analyse Djokovic defeats

Novak Djokovic has had the upper hand over Andy Murray in the big matches and the Scot plans to analyse what is going wrong.

Djokovic claims fifth Miami Open

Novak Djokovic showed his class in the final set to ruthlessly beat Andy Murray in the Miami Open final.

Murray to analyse Djokovic defeats

Novak Djokovic has had the upper hand over Andy Murray in the big matches and the Scot plans to analyse what is going wrong.

Djokovic thrilled after Miami win

There was a feeling of euphoria and relief as world number one Novak Djokovic overcame Andy Murray to claim a fifth Miami Open title.

Djokovic lines up Murray in Miami

Novak Djokovic will resume hostilities with Andy Murray in the Miami Open final after accounting for John Isner on Friday.

Williams wins eighth Miami title

Serena Williams needed just 56 minutes to seal an eighth Miami Open title as she beat Carla Suarez Navarro, 6-2 6-0, on Saturday.

Berdych, Murray tight-lipped ahead of re-match

Tomas Berdych and Andy Murray were tight-lipped regarding their previous meeting, ahead of their Miami Open semi-final.

Williams reaches 700 wins

Williams defeats Sabine Lisicki in the Miami Open quarterfinals to reach the milestone.

Nadal on anxiety, confidence

After being plagued by injuries in 2014, Rafael Nadal says his issues these days are mental.