Australian Open: Halep edges Kanepi. Osaka, Pliskova and Svitolina advance

. The Pole won just six points on the return, including one break she scored, but the winner was never in doubt after four breaks that the Japanese claimed, hitting 30 winners and just 16 unforced errors to overpower the opponent completely. They traded breaks in games three and four before Naomi grabbed another atRead moreRead more

Roger Federer: 'My opponent needs to deliver good performance to beat me'

was aware that Denis Istomin is not the best possible player to start a Grand Slam campaign against. In a press conference at the Australian Open, Federer – who faced the world No. 99 on Monday night session – said that the good feelings he has so far this year need to still be confirmedRead moreRead more

Serena Williams: People write Eugenie Bouchard off, but she keeps fighting

is looking forward to face at the Australian Open on Thursday. The Canadian dropped quite low in the WTA rankings but she has been playing well and will be a tough opponent for the 23-time Major winner. It will be a great match, said Serena. She plays really well. She does everything well, and IRead moreRead more

You have to believe in yourself to beat Roger Federer, says Tsitsipas

Click:Valentine’s Day Jewelry Under $500 believes that having belief and self-confidence will be the key to defeat on Sunday at the Australian Open. In a press conference, the Greek player said: Its not easy to play these kind of players that youve been watching for so long and you finally get to play them. MentallyRead moreRead more

One of the ASB Tennis Arena stands could take David Ferrer's name

The plan includes the removing of the Robinson Stand after the 2020 edition and chasing extra funding for a retractable roof that would take the leading tennis arena in the country to another level. Both Yock and Robinson Stands were built in the 50s when the tournament began and they are more than ready forRead moreRead more

Confident Lloyd Harris feels ready to embrace Daniil Medvedev challenge

. Developing his serve into strong weapons, Lloyd was able to show his full potential in Challengers as well, winning the title in Lexington and reaching another final in Aptos in the following week to find himself in the top-150 before qualifying for the maiden Grand Slam at the US Open. Harris entered the secondRead moreRead more

Australian Open: Of history, curiosities and records

The is today considered the most futuristic and cutting edge Slam of the season. The facilities of Melbourne Park are among the best sports facilities in the world, and the reception for players, fans and the media has very high standards, which many other sports cannot have. But it has not always been this way.Read moreRead more

Australian Open: Milos Raonic, Daniil Medveded and Kei Nishikori march on

. It was another excellent performance from the Japanese who hit 34 winners and 22 unforced errors and lost serve only once from two chances offered to his rival. Sousa had to overcome a stern second round encounter versus Philipp Kohlschreiber and he stayed on the right course in the opening set today before fadingRead moreRead more

'Serena and Venus Williams were massive inspirations for me' – Madison Keys

and could have faced each other in the Australian Open fourth round on Monday, but the sisters affair wont happen as the 38-year-old lost to Simona Halep in three sets. In press conference, Madison Keys commented on the rivalry between Serena and Venus. Pretty much every match that I watch is mostly just to enjoyRead moreRead more

Sloane Stephens: 'Andy Murray is probably the funniest person on Tour'

In a press conference following her straight-set win over Taylor Townsend on Monday at the Australian Open, commented on retirement from tennis. The American player shared her disappointment with commenting about the news. Im going to miss him, Stephens admitted. Honestly, I think hes one of the nicest guys on tour. Everyone is always like,Read moreRead more