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<p>Lando Norris celebrates winning the first race of the season in Australia. Pic: Asanka Brendon Ratnayake/AP</p>

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Lando Norris hopes new-found confidence can help fire him to first F1 title

Norris leads the drivers’ standings for the first time – ending Max Verstappen’s 63-race streak at the summit.

<p>Lando Norris got off the mark in style (Asanka Brendon Ratnayake/AP)</p>

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Lando Norris holds off Max Verstappen to win wet Australian Grand Prix

<p>Lewis Hamilton says he will need to adapt quickly if it rains during Sunday’s race (Asanka Brendon Ratnayake/AP)</p>

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Lewis Hamilton will have to ‘learn on the fly’ if it rains during Australian GP

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Lando Norris grabs season’s first pole position at Australian Grand Prix

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Max Verstappen move ‘not on the radar’ – Toto Wolff

Jannik Sinner targets clay and grass success amid doping appeal

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Jannik Sinner targets clay and grass success amid doping appeal

Jannik Sinner not thinking about doping case as he toasts Australian Open win

Jannik Sinner not thinking about doping case as he toasts Australian Open win

Jannik Sinner expressed pride in his continued ability to put his ongoing doping case to one side and dominate on court.

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

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Andy Murray eyes coaching improvement after Novak Djokovic grand slam stint

The Scot found the experience positive but believes he needs to get better in certain aspects.

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

Henry Patten wins second grand slam doubles title after Australian Open epic

Henry Patten wins second grand slam doubles title after Australian Open epic

Wimbledon champions Patten and Heliovaara clinched more silverware while Alfie Hewett won the men’s wheelchair title.

Sat, 25 Jan, 2025

Madison Keys credits therapy for unlocking her potential as grand slam winner

Madison Keys credits therapy for unlocking her potential as grand slam winner

Madison Keys credited lots of therapy for the mental unburdening that allowed her to realise a lifelong dream of winning a first grand slam title.

Sat, 25 Jan, 2025

Madison Keys

Madison Keys shocks Aryna Sabalenka to win Australian Open title

The American former teen star held her nerve to claim a 6-3 2-6 7-5 victory over the two-time defending champion.

Sat, 25 Jan, 2025

Novak Djokovic,Alexander Zverev

'I did everything I possibly can' - Djokovic booed as he pulls out after one set of Melbourne semi-final

Alexander Zverev reprimanded the crowd for booing the injured Djokovic

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

Madison Keys shocks Iga Swiatek to set up final clash with Aryna Sabalenka

Madison Keys shocks Iga Swiatek to set up final clash with Aryna Sabalenka

Keys set up an Australian Open final against two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka.

Thu, 23 Jan, 2025

Jannik Sinner beats Ben Shelton in straight sets to reach Australian Open final

Jannik Sinner beats Ben Shelton in straight sets to reach Australian Open final

The world number one will take on Alexander Zverev, who led by a set when Novak Djokovic retired injured in their clash earlier, on Sunday as he chases a third grand slam title.

Thu, 23 Jan, 2025

Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka powers her way into another Australian Open final

The world number one dropped her first set at Melbourne Park since the 2023 final against Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova last time out but normal service was resumed in a 6-4 6-2 success.

Thu, 23 Jan, 2025

Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner allays health concerns with ruthless victory over Alex De Minaur

“I have a very experienced team with me, which I’m very grateful and happy (for). I (realised) straight away that I’m ready for today. Let’s see what’s coming now in the semis."

Wed, 22 Jan, 2025

Ben Shelton

Ben Shelton beats Lorenzo Sonego to reach Australian Open semi-finals

“I feel relieved right now,” said Shelton.

Wed, 22 Jan, 2025

Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka sets up Australian Open semi-final with good friend Paula Badosa

The two-time defending champion recovered from losing her first set of the tournament.

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

Alexander Zverev

Alexander Zverev takes his chances to knock Tommy Paul out of Australian Open

Alexander Zverev reached his third Australian Open semi-final with a four-set win over American Tommy Paul.

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

Jannik Sinner admits he had ‘big luck’ in Australian Open win over Holger Rune

Jannik Sinner admits he had ‘big luck’ in Australian Open win over Holger Rune

The top seed struggled with illness during a four-set battle at Melbourne Park.Download

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

Elina Svitolina

Elina Svitolina’s ‘fighting spirit’ on show with win over Russian at Aus Open

The Ukrainian spoke of her added motivation while Madison Keys upset Elena Rybakina.

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

Australian TV presenter apologises for ‘offensive’ Novak Djokovic comments

Australian TV presenter apologises for ‘offensive’ Novak Djokovic comments

Tony Jones mocked a group of chanting Djokovic fans behind him ahead of the Serbian’s third-round match.

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic refuses post-match interview after Australian broadcaster row

The Serbian was unhappy with the actions of a Channel 9 presenter who he accused of insulting him.

Sun, 19 Jan, 2025

Elina Svitolina

Elina Svitolina inspired by husband Gael Monfils as both claim Melbourne upsets

Svitolina staged a brilliant comeback to beat fourth seed Jasmine Paolini.

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

Gael Monfils

Gael Monfils shocks Taylor Fritz to reach last 16 at Australian Open

Frenchman Monfils is only the second player aged 38 or over, after Roger Federer, to make the last 16 in Melbourne since 1988.

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

Jannik Sinner

Reigning champion Jannik Sinner passes Melbourne exam set by Tristan Schoolkate

Defending champion Jannik Sinner lost his first set since October but recovered to beat Tristan Schoolkate and reach the third round of the Australian Open.

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Veronika Kudermetova catches Katie Boulter cold in chilly Melbourne

Veronika Kudermetova catches Katie Boulter cold in chilly Melbourne

Boulter’s hopes of a strong Australian Open run ended in disappointing fashion.

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Emma Raducanu

Emma Raducanu feared ‘bad blood’ with Andy Murray after Wimbledon row

The Scot was denied a final match at the All England Club last summer when Raducanu pulled out.

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev smashes net camera in anger during five-set Australian Open win

A finalist last year in Melbourne, Medvedev had to battle to survive.

Tue, 14 Jan, 2025

Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios hints at retirement after losing to Britain’s Jacob Fearnley

Kyrgios was hampered by an abdominal strain and Fearnley kept his cool on a memorable debut to win 7-6 (3) 6-3 7-6 (2).

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

Novak Djokovic praises Andy Murray for ‘great’ advice during Australian Open win

Novak Djokovic praises Andy Murray for ‘great’ advice during Australian Open win

Eyes were as much on Murray in the new courtside coaching pod on Rod Laver Arena as the 10-time champion on court against American teenager Nishesh Basavareddy.

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner has no issues at Australian Open as Stefanos Tsitsipas crashes out

“It was a difficult first-round match,” said Tsitsipas. “I knew I was dealing with a pretty serious opponent because I’ve played him before and I have lost."

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

Coco Gauff

Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek dedicate Australian Open wins to Los Angeles

American Gauff wrote ‘Stay strong LA. Thank you firefighters’ on the camera lens after her 6-3 6-3 victory over Sofia Kenin, while Swiatek put ‘Sending my love to Malibu and LA’.

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

Novak Djokovic only thinking about tennis after poisoning claim

Novak Djokovic only thinking about tennis after poisoning claim

The Serb made the claim about his time in detention in Australia three years ago.

Fri, 10 Jan, 2025

Andy Murray willing to take whatever Novak Djokovic throws at him in Melbourne

Andy Murray willing to take whatever Novak Djokovic throws at him in Melbourne

The partnership between the two former rivals at the Australian Open presents a fascinating dynamic, with Murray having succeeded Goran Ivanisevic as the Serbian’s coach.

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

Andy Murray says Novak Djokovic coaching role was unexpected

Andy Murray says Novak Djokovic coaching role was unexpected

The Scot’s partnership with his former rival is the talk of Melbourne Park and there was again plenty of discussion between the pair at a practice session on Thursday.

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

Fresh injury worry puts Nick Kyrgios’ Australian Open return in doubt

Fresh injury worry puts Nick Kyrgios’ Australian Open return in doubt

The Australian, who reached the Wimbledon final in 2022, returned to action in Brisbane last week after playing only one singles match since October 2022 following knee and wrist surgeries.

Wed, 08 Jan, 2025

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff to miss Japanese Grand Prix

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff to miss Japanese Grand Prix

Wolff admitted after Sunday’s race at Melbourne’s Albert Park that it is “fair” to question his future as team principal following Mercedes’ troubling weekend.

Mon, 25 Mar, 2024

Toto Wolff says wife Susie will take FIA ‘all the way’ in criminal complaint

Toto Wolff says wife Susie will take FIA ‘all the way’ in criminal complaint

Toto Wolff said his wife Susie is ready to take the FIA “all the way” after she filed a criminal complaint against Formula One’s governing body.

Fri, 22 Mar, 2024

Max Verstappen: I understand why Mercedes want me but I plan to stay at Red Bull

Max Verstappen: I understand why Mercedes want me but I plan to stay at Red Bull

Wolff revealed for the first time that he would “love” to sign Verstappen.

Thu, 21 Mar, 2024

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Jannik Sinner claims first grand slam title as fightback downs Daniil Medvedev

The 22-year-old Italian had beaten Novak Djokovic in the semi-final

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev fights back from two sets down to reach Australian Open final

Medvedev recovered from two sets down for the second time this fortnight to beat his bitter rival.

Fri, 26 Jan, 2024

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Jannik Sinner

Novak Djokovic calls Jannik Sinner loss one of his worst grand slam performances

The world number one’s 6-1 6-2 6-7 (6) 6-3 loss in the semi-finals was his first at Melbourne Park since a fourth-round defeat by Chung Hyeon in 2018, ending a 33-match streak taking in four titles.

Fri, 26 Jan, 2024

Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner stuns Novak Djokovic to seal spot in Australian Open final

The 22-year-old Italian was seen as the most likely rival to stop Djokovic claiming an 11th title in Melbourne ahead of the tournament after beating him twice in two weeks at the end of last season at the ATP Finals and Davis Cup.

Fri, 26 Jan, 2024

Novak Djokovic

Jannik Sinner poses test to Novak Djokovic’s winning run in Melbourne

The world number one has not been beaten at Melbourne Park since a fourth-round loss to Chung Hyeon back in 2018.

Thu, 25 Jan, 2024

Alexander Zverev
Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz remains upbeat despite Australian Open exit to Alexander Zverev

The Wimbledon champion had been in excellent form in Melbourne.

Wed, 24 Jan, 2024

Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open bid ends in defeat to Alexander Zverev

Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open bid ends in defeat to Alexander Zverev

The Wimbledon champion had been in excellent form in Melbourne and threatened a comeback after a slow start.

Wed, 24 Jan, 2024

Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka sets up Coco Gauff showdown in Australian Open semi-finals

While seeds have fallen around them, Gauff and Sabalenka have made it through to the last four for what feels like a de facto final.

Tue, 23 Jan, 2024

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic: Late Australian Open finishes definitely not fun for players

Extending the tournament to 15 days this year and scheduling only two matches in each day session was meant to avoid the sort of early-morning finishes that have become increasingly common.

Tue, 23 Jan, 2024

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic comes through tough encounter with Taylor Fritz in Melbourne

The world number one has never lost in Melbourne once he has made it beyond the last eight, and there is no doubt how much he wants a 25th grand-slam title.

Tue, 23 Jan, 2024