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Teenager Andreeva stuns idol Jabeur in Australia
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Tuesday, 16 January 2024 22:55
Teenager Mirra Andreeva says knocking her idol Ons Jabeur out of the Australian Open was "probably" the best display of her fast-developing career.The 16-year-old showed once again why is she is one of the sport's rising stars by demolishing an out-of-sorts Jabeur in a 6-0 6-2 second-round win."It was one of my dreams to play against her because I really…
Australian Open: Build-up to Sabalenka & Djokovic - radio & text
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Tuesday, 16 January 2024 08:22
Australian Open 2024 LIVE: Sabalenka v Fruhvirtova & Djokovic v Popyrin - scores, results, commentary & updates - Live - BBC Sport A-Z SportsMore from Sport SummaryUse the audio icon above to listen to BBC Radio 5 Live's Tennis Breakfast (UK only)Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka faces Linda Fruhvirtova (08:00 GMT)Followed by Novak Djokovic against Alexei PopyrinOns Jabeur stunned 6-0 6-2…
Swiatek comes through tricky Kenin test
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Tuesday, 16 January 2024 05:30
World number one Iga Swiatek says she has to be "ready for everyone" after overcoming 2020 champion Sofia Kenin in the Australian Open first round.Poland's Swiatek, who has never reached the final, won 7-6 (7-2) 6-2.The top seed faces another tough test in the next round, where 2022 runner-up Danielle Collins awaits after she beat 2016 champion Angelique Kerber."You never…
Less than 800 in bank to 95k - Nagal cashes in with upset
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Tuesday, 16 January 2024 06:03
Forced to miss last year's Australian Open because of injury, Wimbledon champion Alcaraz dominated French veteran Gasquet on his return to Melbourne Park in a 7-6 (7-5) 6-1 6-2 win.The 20-year-old Spaniard, who at his past four Grand Slams has won two titles and reached two semi-finals, is aiming to significantly improve his record in Melbourne - where he has…
Sickness after Melbourne win down to stress - Draper
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Tuesday, 16 January 2024 05:24
When Draper needed medical attention at the end of the second set against American Giron, and disappeared off court after the third, it looked to be a familiar tale.The 22-year-old has been plagued by a host of physical problems and early retirements in his burgeoning career.Playing in stifling temperatures on the hottest day of the tournament so far, Draper appeared…
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