professional tennis

Andy Murray receives standing ovation from crowd despite Australian Open defeat | CNN

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Andy Murray receives standing ovation from crowd despite Australian Open defeat | CNN

CNN  —  Andy Murray’s fairytale run at the Australian Open came to an end on Saturday after he was beaten by Roberto Bautista Agut. The three-time grand slam winner has thrilled crowds in Melbourne this year by rolling back the years to win two marathon matches but Bautista Agut proved a step too far. The … Read more

Novak Djokovic is welcome at Australian Open, says tournament director; Russian and Belarusian players can compete | CNN

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Novak Djokovic is welcome at Australian Open, says tournament director; Russian and Belarusian players can compete | CNN

CNN  —  Novak Djokovic would be welcomed to play at the Australian Open if he can obtain a visa, according to tournament director Craig Tiley. The former world No. 1 was deported from Australia in January following a prolonged saga, including time in detention, preventing his participation in this year’s Australian Open due to his … Read more