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World number one Carlos Alcaraz showed why champions never quit, rallying from a first-set loss to beat Karen Khachanov in Qatar. Playing his first tournament since completing his career Grand Slam, the tennis star proved that persistence pays off.
A Chennai tennis coach has been guiding Chinese player Fangran Tian since she was 12, turning their professional relationship into a decade-long cross-cultural family bond. This week, she reached the semifinals of a WTA tournament in Mumbai, crediting him with shaping not just her game but her life. ---
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic and rising star Carlos Alcaraz will face off Sunday in a generational showdown for the Australian Open title. Both survived marathon five-set semifinals to reach this historic moment.
After nearly two weeks of disappointing blowouts, the Australian Open finally delivered the heart-stopping classic tennis fans had been craving. Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev battled for five hours and 27 minutes in a semifinal that reminded everyone why they fell in love with the sport.
Two powerhouse tennis players will face off in a dream Australian Open final after both dominated their way through six matches without dropping a single set. The rematch of their thrilling 2023 final promises fireworks as world number one Aryna Sabalenka takes on Elena Rybakina in Melbourne.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka just broke a Grand Slam record held by legendary player Novak Djokovic. She's now won 20 consecutive tiebreaks at major tournaments, turning pressure into her superpower.
World number one Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the third round of the Australian Open, staying on track for his first Melbourne title. The 22-year-old tennis star overcame a challenging start to defeat Germany's Yannick Hanfmann in straight sets.
British tennis player Francesca Jones reached No. 69 in the world rankings—the highest of her career—despite being born with three fingers per hand and only seven toes total. Her journey represents one of the most underappreciated achievements in British sport.
American tennis star Coco Gauff powered through a shaky opening match at the Australian Open, showing the mental toughness that won her two Grand Slam titles. Meanwhile, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic prepares to make history in his quest for a record-breaking 25th major championship.
British tennis player Francesca Jones, who was told she'd never play professionally due to a rare genetic condition, achieved direct entry into the Australian Open main draw for the first time after a career-changing 2024 season. The 25-year-old went from considering retirement to climbing back inside the world's top 75.
Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sönmez paused her Australian Open upset victory to rush to the aid of a ballkid who appeared to be in distress. The moment of compassion reminded fans that sportsmanship means more than winning.
Olga Danilovic turned certain defeat into stunning victory at the Australian Open, winning six straight games after falling behind 4-0 in the final set against seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams. The 24-year-old's refusal to quit paid off with the biggest win of her career.