6 results for "grand slam"
🏆 SportsBritish Tennis Star Arthur Fery Qualifies for Australian Open
Arthur Fery just qualified for his first Grand Slam tournament outside of Britain, beating a higher-ranked opponent in front of a hostile crowd at the Australian Open. The 23-year-old's journey from injury struggles to career-high rankings shows what persistence can accomplish.
🏆 SportsBritain's Arthur Fery Reaches Australian Open Main Draw
British tennis player Arthur Fery has qualified for the Australian Open main draw for the first time in his career, defeating Croatia's Dino Prizmic 6-4, 6-1 in the final qualifying round. The achievement marks a major milestone for the young athlete on one of tennis's biggest stages.
🦸 Community HeroesWelsh Athlete Richard Parks Turns Rugby Injury Into 4 World Records at Poles
After a devastating career-ending rugby injury in 2009, Welsh athlete Richard Parks transformed his life completely, becoming the first person to complete the Explorer's Grand Slam in under seven months and earning four Guinness World Records for his polar expeditions. Now he's guiding Will Smith through Antarctica for National Geographic's new series while preparing for his next adventure.
🏆 SportsShy Swedish Golfer Annika Sörenstam Makes Grand Slam History at Royal Lytham
Annika Sörenstam, once so painfully shy she would intentionally lose tournaments to avoid giving speeches, transformed herself into one of golf's greatest champions. In 2003, the Swedish superstar won the AIG Women's Open at Royal Lytham, becoming just the sixth woman ever to achieve the Career Grand Slam with 10 major championships.
🏆 SportsTennis Legend Stan Wawrinka Gets Heartwarming Australian Open Farewell Wildcard
Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has been awarded a wildcard entry to the Australian Open, giving the beloved 40-year-old tennis star a chance to compete one final time at the tournament where he won his first major title. The touching gesture honors his remarkable 24-year career as he embarks on his farewell season.
🦸 Community HeroesNZ Tennis Star Erin Routliffe Credits Sisters for Grand Slam Success
New Zealand's two-time Grand Slam champion Erin Routliffe opens up about the incredible bond with her sisters—Paralympic medalist Tess and former volleyball star Tara—that powers her success. In their first-ever joint interview, the inspiring trio shares how they lift each other through challenges and celebrate remarkable sporting achievements together.