Tennis

Aussies Olivia Gadecki and John Peers are into the mixed doubles final at the Australian Open. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Aussie pair on verge of a major payday

A local pair could win the Australian Open mixed doubles crown for the first time in 12 years, with Olivia Gadecki and John Peers into the final.

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The point continued despite Iga Swiatek failing to get to the ball in time before a second bounce.

Aus Open contender ‘melts’ as controversial incident settles match

The American was not happy and never seemed to ‘let it go’ as she failed to win a single game after the drama.

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Jannik Sinner’s health is a hot topic of conversation at Melbourne Park.

How sick is Sinner ahead of De Minaur showdown?

Melbourne Park is rife with rumours over the World No.1’s health after he was seen visibly shaking during his last match.

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Andy Murray gets down to Carlos Alcaraz after the match.

Andy Murray leaves court for classy act towards shattered Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic was still speaking on the court when his new coach disappeared into the locker room.

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Carlos Alcaraz said Novak Djokovic was a completely different player in the last two sets.

Carlos Alcaraz denies sinister meaning behind ‘frustrated’ act

Everyone drew the same conclusion from what cameras picked up during a break in play after Novak Djokovic’s antics.

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Tara Djokovic’s reaction was priceless.

Novak Djokovic’s daughter steals the show with ‘priceless’ moment

The seven-year-old has won hearts across the globe for an adorable reaction to her dad’s quarter-final epic.

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Novak Djokovic roars as he celebrates winning match-point in the quarter-final with Carlos Alcaraz.

Djokovic outlasts Alcaraz in Australian Open classic

Novak Djokovic is just two wins away from claiming a record-breaking 25th major title after downing Carlos Alcaraz in an epic Australian Open quarter-final.

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Alexander Zverev has lifted the lid on his secret handshake with his partner.

Alexander Zverev forced to explain secret ritual with partner

The second seed was put on the spot as the loved-up moment was shown on the big screen.

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Alexander Zverev after his win.

Aus Open showdown descends into farce as Zverev blows up

The No.2 seed had a meltdown after the chair umpire made an unusual decision.

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Novak Djokovic has apparently accepted Tony Jones’ apology.

Will Djoker have the final word on Ch 9 sledge?

BEN MCCLELLAN: We will find out tonight if all is forgiven for the 10-time Australian Open winner following the furore over a journalist’s attacks on him.

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Paula Badosa of Spain celebrates winning the match point against Coco Gauff of the United States.

Aus Open boilover in women’s quarterfinal

One of the favourites to win this year’s tournament has been eliminated in a straight sets upset.

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Novak Djokovic has reportedly ended his boycott of Channel Nine.

Djokovic set to avoid fine over media snub

Novak Djokovic is expected to end his media blackout with the Serbian superstar set to avoid any financial sanctions over his boycott.

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Alex de Minaur is due to meet world No.1 Jannik Sinner in the biggest match of his career to date.

Shock health rumour sweeps through Aus Open ahead of blockbuster

Alex de Minaur and world No.1 Jannik Sinner are due to meet in the biggest match of the Aussie’s grand slam career.

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Eva Lys could not believe what she was hearing after being told she had won $420,000.

Incredible moment lucky loser learns of ‘insane’ Aus Open prize

The 23-year-old was completely unaware of her pay day until being told live on camera.

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Ben Shelton’s age difference to opponent Gael Monfils was an obvious talking point in the interview.

Aus Open young gun sorry for ‘stupid comment I shouldn’t have said’

Everyone was in stitches but the 22-year-old reckons he ‘probably should keep my mouth shut more’.

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