Anisimova targets third Slam final in a row after breakout year
A pumped-up Amanda Anisimova said Friday she will use expectation as motivation at the Australian Open after a breakthrough 2025 saw her make back-to-back Grand Slam finals.She said her deep runs at Wimbledon and the US Open would prove invaluable as she attempts to make it three Grand Slam finals in a row.
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Roger Federer Raises Comeback Hopes After Stunning Casper Ruud at Australian Open
Roger Federer has returned to the Australian Open for the first time since announcing his retirement in 2022, marking a historic and emotional moment for fans and the tournament alike. The 6x AO champion, whose last major title came in Melbourne in 2018, will headline the inaugural AO 2026 Opening Ceremony on Saturday night.
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Coco Gauff leads calls for Grand Slam prize money to be increased further
Point made. Tennis stars like Sinner, Swiatek and Coco Gauff loved the 1-point Australian Open prep
The 1 Point Slam isn’t likely to be a one-hit wonder. The first question to Jannick Sinner in the official pre-tournament news conference Friday was, jokingly, asked how he could expect an Australian Open three-peat if he couldn't beat an amateur in a one-point exhibition. “Yeah, hopefully I have a bit more control over three of five sets!" Sinner said.
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