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Tennis legend Roger Federer just named Swiss star Belinda Bencic as his surprise pick to win the Australian Open, calling it "wonderful" if she claimed her first major title. The 28-year-old mother is riding a remarkable comeback after taking 2024 off to have her first child.
Five years after winning Olympic gold in Tokyo, Swiss tennis star Belinda Bencic reveals how becoming a champion and a mother freed her from pressure. Her daughter Bella now joins her on tour with her own tiny tennis racket.
Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina just became the first mothers ever ranked simultaneously in tennis's top 10. Their remarkable comebacks show that becoming a parent doesn't mean leaving your dreams behind.
Top American tennis player Coco Gauff fought back from a second-set collapse to defeat Belinda Bencic and reach her first Miami Open semifinal. The 21-year-old showed remarkable resilience, winning four straight games after trailing in the final set.
Czech tennis stars Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli to claim the US Open mixed doubles championship and a massive $1 million prize. The pair came back from match point down in their semifinal and delivered a stunning performance in matching pink and maroon outfits.
For the first time in tennis history, two mothers are ranked simultaneously in the world's top 10. Their achievement marks a major win for athletes balancing elite competition with parenthood.
Tennis star Coco Gauff reached her first Miami Open semifinal at age 22, then shared a vulnerable message about still struggling to believe she belongs at the top. Her honesty about self-doubt while achieving historic wins is inspiring athletes everywhere.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu bounced back with a dominant victory in Romania, just weeks after ending her ninth coaching partnership. The 2021 US Open champion showed resilience with a commanding 6-0 6-4 win.
Czech tennis players Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik came back from the brink to win the US Open mixed doubles championship and take home $1 million. The teammates saved two match points in their semifinal before dominating the final in their matching pink and maroon outfits.
Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk stunned four-time champion Iga Swiatek at the French Open, setting up an all-Ukrainian quarterfinal that guarantees the country's first woman semifinalist ever. The historic achievement comes as their nation continues to endure a four-year war.
A team at Western University of Health Sciences is testing whether extra oxygen and hands-on treatment can speed up healing for common sports injuries. Three medical students are gaining real research experience while helping athletes recover faster.
A couple expecting triplets got the shock of their lives when doctors discovered a fourth baby halfway through pregnancy. The Lotsu family welcomed one boy and three girls, making history as Western Australia's first quadruplets since 2020.
Over 200 relatives traveled across the country to celebrate their shared heritage at the first-ever Merchant Family Reunion, honoring an ancestor who was enslaved in Georgia before building a new life after emancipation. The historic gathering brought together generations to preserve their family story and create a lasting tradition.
Emma-Sue Greentree became Australia's only female boxer to claim gold at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, proving that type 1 diabetes wouldn't stop her dreams. The 27-year-old followed in her sister's Olympic footsteps with a stunning victory in Glasgow.
A critically endangered hawksbill sea turtle covered in barnacles made a full recovery after three months of care in New South Wales. Beare, named after the beach where he was found, could now live for decades more in the wild.
Better Business Bureau volunteers working with ABC15's consumer team helped three Arizona residents get their money back after billing disputes left them stuck. The volunteers recovered nearly $2,000 through persistent advocacy with major companies.
A small New York town marked a decade of Juneteenth celebrations with a parade, flag-raising, and community gathering that brought together residents, veterans, and local leaders. The event honors the legacy of a late Air Force veteran who first brought the celebration to Highland Falls.
Cancer survivors, families, and hospital staff gathered in Temple, Texas to celebrate resilience and the power of community support. Three survivors shared how teamwork and medical advances are changing what a cancer diagnosis means today.
After cloning one of the planet's rarest flowers, Australian scientists have grown over 1,000 Queen of Sheba orchids from a single seed. The breakthrough could save the critically endangered species, with fewer than 30 plants remaining in the wild.
Mexico City's Estadio Azteca will host the 2026 World Cup's opening ceremony on June 11, featuring legends like Maná and Alejandro Fernández in a celebration of Mexican culture. The 90-minute spectacle kicks off the first-ever three-nation World Cup tournament.
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